Bath and Stonehenge Private & Bespoke Day Trip From London
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Overview
Two icons of Britain, and a must do on most people's itinerary. Treat yourself to your own private driver and guide for the day who will meet you direct at your Hotel and make sure you have ample time to fully enjoy your day.
First stop Stonehenge the beautiful and mystical stone circle on Salisbury plain dating back to 3000 BC. Visit this magnificent world heritage site at your leisure with your own personal guide. Then it will be time to head to the beautiful city of Bath to stroll round the historic centre and see why this town has been special to generations of visitors going back to Roman times. You will have plenty of time to visit the famous sites of Bath at your own pace.
• Discover the dramatic beauty of Stonehenge at your leisure
• Visit the world famous Roman Baths and Britain's only Hot Springs
• Take your time to stroll through the streets of Bath with your own guide
• Your Own Schedule with Private Driver and Guide
First stop Stonehenge the beautiful and mystical stone circle on Salisbury plain dating back to 3000 BC. Visit this magnificent world heritage site at your leisure with your own personal guide. Then it will be time to head to the beautiful city of Bath to stroll round the historic centre and see why this town has been special to generations of visitors going back to Roman times. You will have plenty of time to visit the famous sites of Bath at your own pace.
• Discover the dramatic beauty of Stonehenge at your leisure
• Visit the world famous Roman Baths and Britain's only Hot Springs
• Take your time to stroll through the streets of Bath with your own guide
• Your Own Schedule with Private Driver and Guide
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- Private tour
- Transport by private vehicle
- Entry/Admission - The Roman Baths
- Entry/Admission - Stonehenge
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Stonehenge, Salisbury SP4 7DE England
You will be picked up from your central London accommodation by your own private driver and guide and following a relaxed, scenic drive arrive in the beautiful Salisbury Plains.
A fully private guided tour of the Stonehenge Site at your leisure including time to visit the Museum, Restaurant and Shop. Your personal guide will be on hand to help take photographs and bring the history of Stonehenge to life.
Stonehenge continues to baffle and inspire Archaeologists and Historians. The exact when, how, why, and who questions still challenge the top professionals. Perhaps this is part of the reason that over 1 million people visit this ancient site each year.
Your guide will explain all the main theories, including the folklore and King Arthur connections in a fun, relaxed and informative way.
Once you have enjoyed the World Heritage site at your leisure, it will be time to drive through an area of outstanding natural beauty as we make our way to another Heritage site, the ancient City of Bath. The journey takes one hour, but you won't notice as you will be busy enjoying the stunning views as we drive through rural England.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House & Museum, 4 N Parade Passage, Bath BA1 1NX, UK
Sally Lunn's Tea Room is located in Bath's oldest house dating back to 1492. This is a perfect spot to take lunch and try the famous "Bath Bun" said to have been created by Sally Lunn in the late 1600's. If you are not hungry at this point there is a small Museum and Bun take away service.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Bath Abbey, Bath BA1 1LT England
Included in the day trip is a walking tour of the historic centre of Bath including an optional visit to Bath Abbey. The Abbey is important as it was one of the last major Christian buildings built before Henry VIII split with the Catholic Church. Your guide will make sure you see all the key locations within the historic quarter of Bath.
Founded as a town by the Romans who viewed the natural hot springs as sacred, the settlement flourished and the Roman Baths became one of the most impressive buildings in Roman Britain. Neglected during the dark ages, the Baths had a renaissance in the 18th Century, and continued to be used until the late 1970's.
They say the Doctors of Bath specialised in certain diseases, and those were the diseases of the rich! Wealthy visitors would flock to the Pump Room to follow their Doctors orders for their various ailments that would be cured in the waters of Bath.
On your walk around the centre of Bath you will see the buildings that inspired Jane Austen and Charles Dickens, and where the Aristocracy spent their leisure time in the highly fashionable Bath Spa of the Georgian and Regency periods.
Bath is protected from development, so here you will see some of the best Georgian and Regency architecture in England. Plus you will also have time to explore the many shops and alleys in this beautiful city.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: The Roman Baths, Abbey Church Yard, Bath BA1 1LZ England
After a tour of the historic area of Bath, you will be taken into the Roman Baths. You will have a guided introduction to the world heritage site and then be able to tour the museum at your leisure. Your guide will be on hand to assist with Photographs and help you get the best out of your visit.
At the end of the tour you may wish to try the mineral rich water traditionally thought to cure all manner of complaints.
The plumbing here is 2000 years old and going strong. But don't worry the water you try is pumped through slightly newer pipes!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Royal Crescent, Royal Cresent, Bath BA1 1EE England
Built by John Wood The Younger, the Royal Crescent was the centre of high society in Bath. The aristocracy held balls in the lavish rooms of the crescent, and Jane Austen often satirized regency period Bath in her novels.
The Royal Crescent and the nearby Circus are two of the most photographed places in Bath and once you see their sweeping Georgian facades you will understand why.
Duration: 15 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Stonehenge, Salisbury SP4 7DE England
You will be picked up from your central London accommodation by your own private driver and guide and following a relaxed, scenic drive arrive in the beautiful Salisbury Plains.
A fully private guided tour of the Stonehenge Site at your leisure including time to visit the Museum, Restaurant and Shop. Your personal guide will be on hand to help take photographs and bring the history of Stonehenge to life.
Stonehenge continues to baffle and inspire Archaeologists and Historians. The exact when, how, why, and who questions still challenge the top professionals. Perhaps this is part of the reason that over 1 million people visit this ancient site each year.
Your guide will explain all the main theories, including the folklore and King Arthur connections in a fun, relaxed and informative way.
Once you have enjoyed the World Heritage site at your leisure, it will be time to drive through an area of outstanding natural beauty as we make our way to another Heritage site, the ancient City of Bath. The journey takes one hour, but you won't notice as you will be busy enjoying the stunning views as we drive through rural England.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Sally Lunn’s Historic Eating House & Museum, 4 N Parade Passage, Bath BA1 1NX, UK
Sally Lunn's Tea Room is located in Bath's oldest house dating back to 1492. This is a perfect spot to take lunch and try the famous "Bath Bun" said to have been created by Sally Lunn in the late 1600's. If you are not hungry at this point there is a small Museum and Bun take away service.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Bath Abbey, Bath BA1 1LT England
Included in the day trip is a walking tour of the historic centre of Bath including an optional visit to Bath Abbey. The Abbey is important as it was one of the last major Christian buildings built before Henry VIII split with the Catholic Church. Your guide will make sure you see all the key locations within the historic quarter of Bath.
Founded as a town by the Romans who viewed the natural hot springs as sacred, the settlement flourished and the Roman Baths became one of the most impressive buildings in Roman Britain. Neglected during the dark ages, the Baths had a renaissance in the 18th Century, and continued to be used until the late 1970's.
They say the Doctors of Bath specialised in certain diseases, and those were the diseases of the rich! Wealthy visitors would flock to the Pump Room to follow their Doctors orders for their various ailments that would be cured in the waters of Bath.
On your walk around the centre of Bath you will see the buildings that inspired Jane Austen and Charles Dickens, and where the Aristocracy spent their leisure time in the highly fashionable Bath Spa of the Georgian and Regency periods.
Bath is protected from development, so here you will see some of the best Georgian and Regency architecture in England. Plus you will also have time to explore the many shops and alleys in this beautiful city.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: The Roman Baths, Abbey Church Yard, Bath BA1 1LZ England
After a tour of the historic area of Bath, you will be taken into the Roman Baths. You will have a guided introduction to the world heritage site and then be able to tour the museum at your leisure. Your guide will be on hand to assist with Photographs and help you get the best out of your visit.
At the end of the tour you may wish to try the mineral rich water traditionally thought to cure all manner of complaints.
The plumbing here is 2000 years old and going strong. But don't worry the water you try is pumped through slightly newer pipes!
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Royal Crescent, Royal Cresent, Bath BA1 1EE England
Built by John Wood The Younger, the Royal Crescent was the centre of high society in Bath. The aristocracy held balls in the lavish rooms of the crescent, and Jane Austen often satirized regency period Bath in her novels.
The Royal Crescent and the nearby Circus are two of the most photographed places in Bath and once you see their sweeping Georgian facades you will understand why.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Please inform of any mobility issues
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- I am very pleased to offer tours to wheelchair users. But have limited vehicle space, so please contact before booking.
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- All UK Government Safety guidelines and requirements at the time of travel will be followed during your tour.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
SLWW626
October 2021
Another outstanding day with Richard! The tour is long as it takes some time to get to Bath, but his knowledge of the city is terrific! We got great pictures of the Royal Crescent and the Poultney Bridge (even with it blocked off for filming). He gives you plenty of time at The Baths and we al...
Another outstanding day with Richard! The tour is long as it takes some time to get to Bath, but his knowledge of the city is terrific! We got great pictures of the Royal Crescent and the Poultney Bridge (even with it blocked off for filming). He gives you plenty of time at The Baths and we all went to Sally Lund's Bun House for lunch! We felt like we saw a lot and left to Stonehenge. He knowledge of Stonehenge is also outstanding! We had plenty of time for pictures and to wander around the Stones. Back at our hotel before 6. Once again, Richard impressed us with his knowledge, friendliness, promptness. Will book again for our next UK trip!KatyM2
April 2020
My sister, our good friend, and myself (all slightly older than middle-aged women) had booked a Jane Austen tour with Richard on a Thursday. Luckily the tour was highly successful because we had also reserved the Stonehenge/Bath tour with him for the very next day. By the time he dropped us off a...
My sister, our good friend, and myself (all slightly older than middle-aged women) had booked a Jane Austen tour with Richard on a Thursday. Luckily the tour was highly successful because we had also reserved the Stonehenge/Bath tour with him for the very next day. By the time he dropped us off at our hotel the first evening we already felt like Richard was family. When he picked us up Friday morning we visited in his (very clean) car like old friends (he is also a good driver). We arrived at Stonehenge just at opening time and this allowed us ample time to go through the interpretive center before going to the actual site. Being so early meant we practically had the place to ourselves and Richard obligingly took many photos of us. As we drove to Bath, Richard entertained us with interesting historical facts. Once in Bath he proved to be quite knowledgeable and, knowing we were interested in Jane Austen, was able to point out sites where she had lived. He walked us through Bath and we had lunch at Sally Lunn’s before visiting the Roman Baths. Again, he was very informative yet was always considerate of other visitors by keeping his voice down and not blocking the flow of traffic. We never, at any time, felt pressured to hurry and were able to take all the time we needed. I had been to Stonehenge and Bath once before on a large group bus tour. After spending three days (yes, we booked a third tour but that’s another review) with Richard, we are spoiled. I cannot imagine ever taking another bus tour again. Richard is simply the best.curlywallst
May 2018
Richard is very knowledgable about everything! So interesting to talk to! And he makes everything easy - tickets all ready in advance, he stood in any lines and then whisked us in everywhere. And he tailors it to your interests. Never seemed like he was rushing us or had any agenda other that...
Richard is very knowledgable about everything! So interesting to talk to! And he makes everything easy - tickets all ready in advance, he stood in any lines and then whisked us in everywhere. And he tailors it to your interests. Never seemed like he was rushing us or had any agenda other that to make our day wonderful and it was!!myquirkytravels
January 2023
My husband and I had only one set activity during our trip to London and it was to visit Stonehenge. I was overwhelmed by the tour options but as I started to drill down, I realized that a large group coach tour was not for us. It's a 3 hour drive or so out of London, plus the same return. Comfor...
My husband and I had only one set activity during our trip to London and it was to visit Stonehenge. I was overwhelmed by the tour options but as I started to drill down, I realized that a large group coach tour was not for us. It's a 3 hour drive or so out of London, plus the same return. Comfort and ease are important to us, but possibly even more important is flexibility. My husband has MS and weather is always a factor for both of us, as is jet lag, etc. We wanted as much say in what we did as possible, even to the point of if we needed to cut the tour short to head back, we could do that. And so, we had the incredible luck to book Richard for a private tour to Bath and then Stonehenge. The tour includes wonderful communication beforehand to determine an agreeable itinerary. We were picked up at our AirBnB, fortunately it was within an area of London that would work. Richard's vehicle is comfortable with room in the back for extra coats and such. As soon as he held out his hand in greeting, I knew we had a congenial and warm guide to spend the day with. We were indeed jet lagged but Richard started some wonderful conversations about all kinds of topics to keep the long drive entertaining. As we entered Bath, we were given knowledge about the town, including some interesting truths about Jane Austen's life there. Any question we had, Richard had the answer. And it was just so much fun to walk around and banter while learning so much. We were given some time on our own and we ended up eating at his recommended spot and, of course, it was perfect. Next on to Stonehenge and it was INCREDIBLE. Richard timed out tour so we would arrive when the sun was just right for epic shadows and photos. I thought we would do Stonehenge in the morning and Richard recommended afternoon, of course he was so right. A bonus is that our tour was in mid-January so there were no crowds. Yes, it's COLD!!! But on this day, crisp and clear and we could take all the time we wanted for photos and gift shop time. Again, Richard had so much information about Stonehenge and was clearly so delighted by this historical wonder, it rubbed of on us easily. It may be a bit of a splurge, but DO NOT hesitate to book any of Richard's tours if you find one you like. It will be something you remember always.Suzanne_M
November 2021
Richard Chambers of Richard's Tours was great. He picked us up on time and provided us with great conversation for 10 hours. He showed us everything at Bath and Stonehenge, tolerated our 11 yo son. It was a great long day and we learned a lot and I can't imagine a better experience.
Richard Chambers of Richard's Tours was great. He picked us up on time and provided us with great conversation for 10 hours. He showed us everything at Bath and Stonehenge, tolerated our 11 yo son. It was a great long day and we learned a lot and I can't imagine a better experience.Janet1117
November 2019
Fabulous private tour of Stonehenge and Bath with Richards Tours was the perfect way to start an anniversary trip to London! Richard is the perfect guide-personable, very knowledgeable, and really made the trip fun and very comfortable! Also loved his anecdotes on history and music. Highly recomm...
Fabulous private tour of Stonehenge and Bath with Richards Tours was the perfect way to start an anniversary trip to London! Richard is the perfect guide-personable, very knowledgeable, and really made the trip fun and very comfortable! Also loved his anecdotes on history and music. Highly recommend this tour and hope to do another tour with Richard on next trip to London!