If you are interested in British History, there is no better way to spend your time effectively than having your own guide and driver. No wasted time at meeting points or managing other tourists expectations – you will have a full say in how to maximise your precious sightseeing time.
Our tour guides are of the highest standard and share a deep knowledge of Ancient HIstory with a likeable and easygoing personality. We are incredibly proud of our 100% 5* TripAdvisor ratings on ALL private tours, and intend to continue our sterling reputation.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✔ Walking Tour of Avebury
✔ Take The Backroads Where the Big Busses Can't Go
✔ 10-Hour Private Tour with Experienced Driver Guide
✔ All Transportation & Fuel Costs
✔ Full Guided Commentary
✖ Entry to Lacock Abbey
✖ Entry to The Roman Baths Museum
Pickup Locations
1. The Hoxton, Holborn
2. The Langham, London
3. Cherry Court Hotel
4. Astons Apartments
5. Avonmore Hotel
6. Claridge's
7. Clifton Lodge Apartments
8. ME London
9. LSE Rosebery Hall Residence
10. Howard Winchester Hotel
11. Grosvenor House Suites
12. hub by Premier Inn London Westminster Abbey hotel
13. Hilton London Bankside
14. Marne Hotel
15. 10 Aarden Hotel
16. The Bentley London
17. The Continental Hotel
18. Flemings Mayfair
19. DoubleTree by Hilton London Kensington
20. Holly House Hotel
Additional Info: As we offer Hotel Pickup to over 650 hotels in Central London, we may change the departure time from 07:30am depending on the specific location of your hotel.
Sometimes there are road closures beyond our control that will prevent us from accessing your hotel. In this unlikely sitution, we will ask you to walk or use local transport to meet your driver/guide at a pre-arranged destination.
Please look outside your hotel for your guide 5 minutes before departure time. Sometimes your tour van will not be able to park directly outside your hotel, depending on the street that it is located. Please look out for your tour guide and use the contact number provided if you are having difficulty finding them.
Itinerary
1
Avebury Stone Circle
After an early start departing London, we will take you on a beautiful countryside drive past the towns of Hungerford & Marlborough on our way to visit the largest stone circle in the world. At Avebury, not only will you marvel at the sheer size of the monument, but have a choice to actually touch the ancient stones and enhance all it’s supernatural energies.
Duration: 45 minutes
2
Lacock
As we enter into the county of Wiltshire, we visit the enchanting village of Lacock. Famed for its picturesque beauty, Lacock attracts visitors from all over the world in search of filmsets of popular movie and tv series from Harry Potter to Downton Abbey.
Your tour guide will tell you the history of the Abbey, as well as pointing out the Village Lockup and Tithe Barn that make Lacock unique.
Duration: 45 minutes
3
Bath
The longest stop of the day on this tour is saved for the only Unesco World Heritage City in England. Bath has it all, from Roman Temple's to magnificent Georgian rows of housing like The Royal Crescent and Circus.
Your guide will tell you all the stories from the legend of Bladud to The Roman Invasion of Britain as you travel to the city, where you will then be granted 2.5 hours of free time to enjoy The Roman Baths Museum (Entry not included) and stop for lunch.
Duration: 2 hours
4
Castle Combe
We end the day with a short visit to Castle Combe. Here customers can enjoy an even quieter village than Lacock and an opportunity to see a stunning small Cotswold Village.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness