Top South West England Half-day Tours

The Jurassic Coast features some of southern England’s most scenic shoreline. Travel via Poole Harbour and Sandbanks, and visit Lulworth Cove and the natural limestone arch of Durdle Door, with 3 hours to spend at your leisure. This half-day tour of the UNESCO World Heritage site departs by coach from Bournemouth, easily reached by bus or train; it makes for an easy day trip from London and South East England.

Benefit from the insider knowledge of a local guide on a private tour of Bath, the ideal choice for travelers with limited time in the historic Georgian city. Rather than exploring as a large group, you'll receive undivided attention from a private guide who was born and raised in Bath, meaning that you'll stray from the beaten path and discover parts of the city that tourists usually miss out on. Plus, you can choose from a morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule.

Make your visit to Stonehenge immersive and stress-free on a private 4-hour tour. Skip the hassle of public buses and schedules and relax in private end-to-end transportation from your Bath hotel. En route, take in the iconic English countryside while your guide narrates the surroundings. Enjoy a detailed tour at the mysterious archaeological site, followed by free time to wander around at your own pace.

Savor views of beautiful Bath from an unbeatable vantage point -- on a thrilling hot air balloon tour! Take off from Royal Victoria Park for a 1-hour sunrise or sunset flight and soar over city landmarks like the Royal Crescent, Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths. After admiring views of the Pulteney Bridge and The Circus from above, celebrate your safe landing with a glass of Champagne and a personalized flight certificate.

See filming sights from the British television show "Only Fools and Horses" on this tour of Bristol. Exterior locations include the Batman and Robin scene, Nelson Mandela house, the wine bar, Sids Cafe, and more. As you go, listen to behind-the-scenes stories and background info about the show from a guide.

Get from Bath to Stonehenge with ease on this convenient small-group tour. No need to worry about multiple stops along the way—the tour goes directly to Stonehenge and usually takes under one hour to get there. Travel comfortably in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle with onboard commentary. Also, enjoy the perk of having Stonehenge entry included.

Watch the sunrise or sunset over the Bristol skyline on a thrilling hot air balloon ride. Take off from Ashton Court Mansion House for a 1-hour flight and soar over city landmarks like Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol Cathedral and Queens Square. After admiring views of Bristol Harbour, the SS Great Britain and Bristol University from above, celebrate your safe landing with a glass of Champagne and a personalized flight certificate.

Leave the crowds of Bath behind on a small-group half-day tour to the Cotswolds. Pickup and drop-off from the transportation center spare you the headache of navigating the bus system and timetables on your own. With maximum eight people per tour, your visits to ancient tombs, local nature, and Castle Combe are sure to be intimate and immersive. Round out your authentic English experience with a cup of traditional cream tea.

Join the festivities and experience a spectacular champagne hot air balloon flight during the legendary Bristol Balloon Fiesta, held from 6th - 9th August 2020. Take off in a mass ascent from Ashton Court Mansion House and soar through the air with over 100 colourful balloons. Choose between a magical sunrise or sunset flight and enjoy an exhilarating time floating over Bristol landmarks like Bristol Cathedral, Clifton Suspension Bridge and Bristol Harbour. Don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity to take part in one of Europe’s largest balloon festivals!

This mystery tour is for 2-6 adults and takes you to four great venues to enjoy seven delicious locally produced beers in, with a short walk in between. Moor Beer brewery tap room is your starting point, where you'll be given your welcome bag. This will contain a craft beer map, pen and paper, a few snacks to enjoy while walking, tokens to exchange for beer later in the tour and a map telling you where you'll be spending them. A member of staff will then take you to your table and pour you three third pints from their extensive range of keg beers and talk you through them as well as tell you about the brewery. Following your map, you'll then venture onto three other brilliant, independent locations in the area. There's a Bristol brewed beer or two in each venue included in the price​ (just hand over your token),​ but feel free to stay for more if you fancy. The great thing about this tour is that after the first venue you can do it at your own pace.

Hit new heights on this spectacular 1-hour hot air balloon flight over Cornwall. Swoop over the rugged beaches, sea cliffs and picturesque villages of England’s southwestern tip, and marvel over the Cornish countryside from your unique aerial vantage point. Sip complimentary Champagne as you float along the coast and enjoy live commentary from your pilot along the way. Best of all: balloon rides take place at dawn or dusk, so you’ll also experience the magic of a Cornish sunrise or sunset.

Embrace the fresh air and explore the great outdoors of Dorset with this guided e-bike excursion. After picking up your electric mountain bike, travel on both urban and off-road routes that wouldn’t be accessible by car. The tour stops at the Sandbanks, Studland Beach and Nature Reserve, Old Harrys Rock, and Corfe Castle, with a delicious lunch included along the way.

Visit Stonehenge, England's most popular ancient site, with this half-day tour from Bath. Your guide will meet you at the Bath Visitor Information Center in the heart of the city and escort you and your small group out to the site. Once there, you'll get to spend time exploring the site and learning about its significance, with the help of your guide and virtually reality tools.

Make the most of your limited time in the area—and visit two of England’s highlight destinations—in one seamless, private tour. Depart in the afternoon from your Bath accommodation, and head first to Lacock, where you’ll tour the village's historical streets, spy its many filming locations, and more. Then, continue to Castle Combe (said to be one of the Cotswolds' prettiest villages), for a tour and traditional English cream tea.

Enjoy an Exclusive Champagne Hot Air Balloon flight over the beautiful City of Bristol & surrounding countryside. Take in the stunning English scenery as you float effortlessly through the sky in one of our spacious, shared baskets. You will meet our ground crew where you will be taken to the launch site. You will then meet your Pilot and be given a full safety briefing; you can get involved and help inflate the balloon! Your skilled and experienced Pilot will fly you over wonderful landscapes for up to one hour. When you land, you can help pack away the balloon and enjoy a glass of chilled Champagne or juice to toast your flight, you can also request a signed personalised flight certificate. You will then be taken back to the original meeting place in our vehicles. Hot Air Balloon rides take place at dawn or dusk and the whole experience lasts around 3-4 hours. Flights are weather dependent. Main flying season April-October. Minimum of two people.

The charming UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath is located a short distance from Bristol and is highly recommended as a place to visit. This tour of Bath will give you a great introduction to the city and has the benefits of being a private tour with private transportation to take you to and from Bath. You will have the added benefit of being taken on the tour by a guide who was born and raised in Bath giving you an insider's perspective on the city. • Private walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath • Be shown around Bath by a local guide who was born and grew up in the city • Private round-trip transportation from Bristol to Bath

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.

Exploring any of the villages near Bath independently may give you only a superficial glimpse of rural England. On this private half-day tour, visit a village that encapsulates country life, both past and present. Settle into a private vehicle and travel to an off-the-tourist-trail village with some unusual historical features. Stroll the lanes and surrounding countryside; enjoy refreshments (own cost) at the pub; and gain insight you’d miss if alone.

The historic spa city of Bath is a UNESCO World Heritage site, filled with architectural wonders and Roman monuments. With this tour, take in all the highlights on a half-day tour and benefit from the expertise of a Blue Badge registered guide. Admire the Georgian buildings along the Royal Crescent; stop at landmarks including Bath Abbey, Pulteney Bridge, and Sally Lunn's Museum; and upgrade to include skip-the-line tickets for the Roman Baths.

Enjoy an Exclusive Champagne Hot Air Balloon flight over the beautiful Somerset countryside. Take in the stunning English scenery as you float effortlessly through the sky in one of our spacious, shared baskets. You will meet our ground crew where you will be taken to the launch site. You will then meet your Pilot and be given a full safety briefing; you can get involved and help inflate the balloon! Your skilled and experienced Pilot will fly you over wonderful landscapes for up to one hour. When you land, you can help pack away the balloon and enjoy a glass of chilled Champagne or juice to toast your flight, you can also request a signed personalised flight certificate. You will then be taken back to the original meeting place in our vehicles. A fantastic experience and one to be remembered forever! Hot Air Balloon rides take place at dawn or dusk and the whole experience lasts around 3-4 hours. Flights are weather dependent. Main flying season April-October.

Soar over the green fields and country villages of Somerset on a 1-hour hot air balloon ride from Taunton. Choose between a sunrise or sunset flight and sip champagne as you float over some of South West England’s most stunning landscapes.

I have spent lots of time in Port Isaac, including listening to the Fisherman's Friends singing sea shanties with a beer in hand. I will take you on a walking tour of the village, including the locations used in filming both "Doc Martin" and the Fisherman's Friends movies. See Doc Martin's surgery, Mrs. Tishall's pharmacy, Louisa's school and cottage, Bert's restaurant, and all the other key locations. Visit the village pub used in both shows - maybe even stop for lunch? Stand on the Platt where the shanties are sung. We also visit the tiny coves at Port Quin and Port Gaverne, which also feature as filming locations.

Enjoy a Champagne Hot Air Balloon flight over the stunnng Dorset countryside. Take in the stunning English scenery as you float effortlessly through the sky in one of our spacious, shared baskets. You will meet our ground crew where you will be taken to the launch site. You will then meet your Pilot and be given a full safety briefing; you can get involved and help inflate the balloon! Your skilled and experienced Pilot will fly you over wonderful landscapes for up to one hour. When you land, you can help pack away the balloon and enjoy a glass of chilled Champagne or juice to toast your flight, you can also request a signed personalised flight certificate. You will then be taken back to the original meeting place in our vehicles. A fantastic experience and one to be remembered forever! Hot Air Balloon rides take place at dawn or dusk and the whole experience lasts around 3-4 hours. Flights are weather dependent. Main flying season April-October.

This best of Bristol tour introduces you to the most beautiful parts of the city as well as famous landmarks and secret spots that only locals know about. Exploring the city with a private guide means there’s no need to worry about being stuck in crowds and you’ll have direct access to the guide for questions. Highlights include Bristol Cathedral, street art murals by Banksy, St. Nicholas’ Market, and the Old City area.