Leaving Bristol behind, you travel through the rolling chalk hills of the Wessex Downs - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - to Oxford.

You have the full morning to explore Oxford. There is so much to discover, in this city famous for its Gothic architecture, and home to the oldest university in the UK. You might wander the canal and soak up the luscious scenery, or you'll explore the alleyways filled with treasure-trove shops and great cafes. But, most of all, you'll marvel at its architecture and history of this collegiate town. From Christ Church College and Cathedral to the dusty tomes slumbering at Bodleian Library, Oxford is impossible to ignore.

Your journey continues deeper into the Cotswolds. Famous for charming villages nestled between the rolling hills, characterised by thatched cottages and traditional markets, today you're here to take in some of the regions prettiest towns. First, you'll visit Burford, the ‘Gateway to the Cotswolds'. One of the historic market towns in the area, here you can stroll along the quaint streets and enjoy the local hospitality. Then, onto Bibury, on the banks of the River Coln; this village is famous for the 17th-century stone cottages and winding lanes. You have time here to stroll to the famous and fairytale-like Arlington Row.

Once you've had your fill of winding lanes and thatched cottages, it's time to head back to Bristol in the early evening.