Top South West England Day Trips & Excursions

A Bespoke private tour along the Jurassic Coastline. Chosen by you, for family and friends. High speed or relaxed coastal cruises we offer the unique opportunity to see the beauty of the Dorset coastline. Take your time to admire the 10,000 year old arch of Durdle door and scenery of Lulworth cove. Available for full or half day tours please contact us to discuss your individual charter requirements.

Forget about public transport and instead opt for a full-day excursion to the beautiful city of Bath, complete with round-trip transportation and onboard commentary from your driver-guide. Upon arrival, benefit from a brief guided tour before enjoying the opportunity to sightsee further at your own pace, ideal for travelers looking for a more laidback, customizable experience.

Celebrate the magic of the winter solstice and witness the rising sun at the heart of Stonehenge, just as our ancestors have over thousands of years.Stonehenge is a perfect marker of both the summer and winter solstices, aligned to exactly pinpoint this turning point in the sun's journey. Winter Solstice was the most important time of the year for our ancestors, the shortest day and longest night of the year and the beginning of the lengthening of days. This is a time of merriment as we welcome back the sun and a brighter time of the year. New archaeological evidence shows that the mid-winter Solstice gatherings at Stonehenge were a time for feasting on an unprecedented scale, bringing the ancient people of Britain together, arriving with their animals from all corners of the country.

Discover two highlights of England’s south coast on this full-day tour from Bournemouth. Don’t worry about the logistics: round-trip transportation from the city center makes travel simple. Begin in Portsmouth, where you’ll go on a walking tour and will learn more about the city’s naval history, before continuing to buzzing, bohemian Brighton. After a guided tour of its major attractions, you’ll have free time to shop, head to the beach, and more.

Swap Bath for an evening of country pubs in the heart of the Cotswolds, and immerse yourself in British hospitality and good food. Ideal for those who long to discover the locals’ drinking dens, this evening experience takes you off the tourist trail with a guide from the region. Listen to stories about the Cotswolds and English pubs as you visit up to three traditional pubs, enjoying a 3-course dinner and drinks.

This tour allows you to visit the charming villages of Lacock and Castle Combe in an afternoon giving you the morning to enjoy other activities in Bath. The villages have changed little over the centuries making them a popular place to film period films and TV series. As a private tour you will benefit from having your own personal guide (a local guide born in Bath) to show you around the villages as well as private transportation. The tour includes the chance to sample the famous traditional English cream tea - an experience all visitors to England should try!

The tour will:- be delivered by the UK's only qualified tourist guides - the internationally respected BLUE BADGE registered / fully insured / Institute of Tourist Guiding qualified guides.- ensure the clients will take away a complete understanding of the tour location, including how it fits into the history and geography of the UK as a whole.- be informative, interesting, appropriately entertaining!- be undertaken by a fully licensed, insured, qualified / advanced driver (Institute of Advanced Motorists).- be undertaken in a luxury specified SUV, licensed for a maximum of 4 passengers.The price is for the full day and for you and family / friends (up to the maximum of 4 passengers) - you will be transported, with commentary as appropriate en route, then guided around the sites listed and the surrounding areas / towns as appropriate. Each tour will be as flexible as possible, allowing you to experience whatever takes your fancy!

Explore one of Britain's most famous icons - Stonehenge with your private guide and get a great introduction to Bath on a private walking tour of the city.• Explore the famous site of Stonehenge with your private guide• Hear about the theories and latest discoveries behind Stonehenge• See Bath’s famous landmarks and hear the interesting stories behind them and the city• Be shown around Bath by a guide who was born and grew up in the city• Enjoy the benefits of a local private guide and private transportationThis tour picks-up and drops-off at locations In Bath – ideal for visitors staying in Bath or visiting Bath for the day.

Visit Warwick Castle and William Shakespeare’s hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon on a convenient day trip from Bournemouth. After leaving from the center of town, you’ll travel by coach to the medieval castle and then onto the market town where Shakespeare was born. On a tour, you’ll find the places linked to the famous playwright and visit the Shakespeare Exhibition to see scenes from his plays recreated by actors as you explore.

Discover some of the most picturesque highlights of the Cotswolds on this full-day, private tour. Meet your guide at your accommodation, and set off via a modern air-conditioned vehicle. Head out to some of the main highlights alongside some true hidden gems.

Get a great introduction to the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath on this private walking tour with a local guide who was born and grew up in Bath and in the afternoon visit a small falconry in a charming village on the outskirts of the city where you will have the unique opportunity to fly a hawk in the surrounding countryside. Bath is located 14 miles from Bristol, the tour includes private transportation to and from Bristol.

The tour will:- be delivered by the UK's only qualified tourist guides - the internationally respected BLUE BADGE registered / fully insured / Institute of Tourist Guiding qualified guides.- ensure the clients will take away a complete understanding of the tour location, including how it fits into the history and geography of the UK as a whole.- be informative, interesting, appropriately entertaining!- be undertaken by a fully licensed, insured, qualified / advanced driver (Institute of Advanced Motorists).- be undertaken in a luxury specified SUV, licensed for a maximum of 4 passengers.The price is for the full day and for you and family / friends (up to the maximum of 4 passengers) - you will be transported, with commentary as appropriate en route, then guided around the sites listed and the surrounding areas / towns as appropriate. Each tour will be as flexible as possible, allowing you to experience whatever takes your fancy!

Huge crowds gather at Stonehenge each year to take part in the legendary Spring Equinox celebrations and watch the sunrise over the ancient landmark. On this tour, set out in the early morning and arrive in time to see the sun come over Stonehenge. Enjoy a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed monument, learn about its fascinating history and spiritual importance, and soak up the festive atmosphere as you celebrate with hippies, druids, and travelers from all around the world.

Explore the hidden Cornwall. Experience the smaller roads and the quieter places in Cornwall as well as seeing the more popular attractions. Our guides will show you firsthand the inner beauty and charm of this magical county.

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The UNESCO-listed city of Bath makes a convenient base from which to explore southwest England. On this tour, travel in the comfort of a private vehicle with space for up to four people and benefit from the undivided attention of your Blue Badge certified guide. Visit the medieval city of Wells, with its magnificent cathedral; explore Glastonbury, known for its legendary festival and medieval Abbey; and stop at the famous Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company.

You will then travel to St Catherine's that normally takes around 3 hours. Obviously the main point of interest here is the "Burning Bush" which is the holiest part of the monastery, and it is a site that is embellished in centuries of history. Included in the visit is a look inside the church of St Catherine's, which has many artworks and mosaics. In the library of the monastery (second largest only to the Vatican) there are many manuscripts and scrolls, something that you will never experience anywhere else in the world. You will also see the bell tower housing 9 bells and the well of Moses that is connected to an underground spring. You will see the "Monks cells" on the inside of the defensive wall of the monastery, the Fatimid mosque and then outside the walls you will see the well tended gardens and the cemetery. Then we will move to Dahab to enjoy the delicious Lunch which is taken in a restaurant in Dahab whic is a small town that is so different to Sharm

This is a FULL DAY PRIVATE TOUR for up to 6 passengers with an itinerary of your choice! Your guide will spend time only with you and the people you’re travelling with. Go at your own pace. See as much as you can or slow things down to a saunter. With your private guide, your day is flexible. Every tour is customizable. See the sights YOU want, try the food YOU crave, learn about what interests YOU the most.

Explore the Jurassic Coast with a private guide, and discover all the landmarks along the UNESCO-listed stretch of shoreline. Starting with a pickup from Weymouth or Portland, the day-long tour combines visits to the coast’s natural highlights such as Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, and Portland Isle with stops in quintessential English villages like Corfe or Abbotsbury. The duration of the day is flexible, allowing you to see as much of the Dorset coast as you wish.

From Weymouth, join us and experience over 180 million years of Jurassic Coastline on this enormous full day tour. We visit 10 plus stops on the Jurassic Coast exploring how this amazing coastline was formed and what made this area a UNESCO world heritage site. > Ride in comfort round-trip from Weymouth> Hear live commentary on board from the driver-guide> Get great photo ops throughout the day

Visit two of England’s most unique locations during this full-day excursion from Portland or Weymouth. First, head to the prehistoric monument of Stonehenge and learn about the mysterious rocks. Then head to one of the oldest cities in Europe, Salisbury, to explore the city and visit the cathedral which houses the best-preserved version of the Magna Carta, written in the year 1215.

UNESCO–listed Bath lies within easy reach of Bournemouth, but organizing transportation independently takes up valuable sightseeing time. On this tour, begin with pickup in central Bournemouth and reach Bath in comfort by air-conditioned vehicle. Follow your guide on a walking tour and hear the histories of top attractions including Bath Abbey, the Roman Baths, and the Royal Crescent, and enjoy panoramic views from Pulteney Bridge.

Private transportation takes you from Bournemouth to post Windsor and Winchester on a full-day trip. Follow your guide as they lead you through hundreds of years of English history. The tour strikes the perfect balance between guided and independent.  Your guide will always be on hand to answer your questions, but you also get the freedom to visit the Castle and city center at your own pace.

This full-day, small-group tour makes for a seamless way to discover Dorset’s major highlights—including the UNESCO-listed Jurassic Coast. After pickup from your Weymouth (or area) accommodation, head to the village of Corfe and explore the ruins of its castle (entry own expense). Continue to the picturesque Durdle Door (a famous natural archway), admire the scenic Lulworth Cove, and continue to the Isle of Portland, where you’ll see three of its castles.