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Stonehenge and Somerset's Glorious Hidden Villages
We will visit Stonehenge as it opens, where I, as your guide, will explain its full history, mystery, and changing usage over time, as well as the new, fascinating archaeological discoveries surrounding this world-famous, enigmatic monument.
Heading west, I will take you for an amazing lunch in a 350-year-old country inn before spending the afternoon visiting ancient villages and monuments that challenge the Cotswolds for their beauty, but without the crowds.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel in or near Bath
- I am happy to pick you up at your hotel in or surrounding Bath.
Stonehenge
We will explore Stonehenge together, its visitors centre, exhibition and -not forgetting- make time for the gift-shop! You will have PLENTY of time with me and on your own to wander, take photographs and make memories
Lunch
Award winning country-inn with extraordinarily good food a short drive through beautiful Wiltshire countryside and ancient villages lost in time fro Stonehenge
Historic Somerset villages, church, river etc
We will spend the afternoon visiting glorious somerset villages, easily the rival to the more famous Cotswolds, but not blighted by tour-coaches, selfie-sticks instagrammers etc that infect the Cotswolds now.
I have some surprises for you to enjoy in the moment so won't say too much!
Ending Point
Your hotel
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide
Private transportation (van), fuel, toll, parking fees
Pick up at your hotel, in or near Bath
Refreshments on board the car
Entrance to Stonehenge
(£35 per person - prebooked to beat the lengthy queues)
Refreshments / Lunch
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves some walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any mobility or food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
I try and avoid Sundays when Stonehenge is at its busiest. Also I tailor my tours to reach Stonehenge at the start or end of the day to avoid the crowds and give you the best experience
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Simon W.
Hi, I'm Simon, a born and bred West-Countryman, living in Bath for the past 25 years.
I have a passion for, and a great knowledge of, local history, topography, wildlife, nature and the local fields, lanes, walking-trails and hedgerows we have in profusion, here in the Cotswolds and in the Bath area, not to mention the wonderful food and drink this area EXCELS in.
They say former journalists "end up knowing a little about a lot" and my interests are extremely widespread.
As a former TV Producer/Director of programmes on everything from food to house-restoration you will find me the perfect companion on your travels in Southern England
I am the lead Tour Guide for a local company, and my reviews stretching back three years are exceptional on several different websites.
Reviews
Robert H.
“Exploring Bath with Simon”
This was our first trip to Bath and we wanted to make sure we didn't miss any of the secrets. Simon was great in communicating with us in discussing times, options, meeting points and advice for things to do outside his tour. We discussed opportunities to extend the 2 hour tour to make sure nothing was missed and Simon left extra time available for us so he could further detail the history behind the amazing sights. Simon was a pleasure to work with. Was so knowledgeable and informative. This was by no means a rehearsed tour. Simon encouraged conversation and kept us engaged. We enjoyed every minute with Simon and would not hesitate to highly recommend him if you want a nice walk and an informative deep dive in to the history of Bath. When we return to UK we would love to have Simon show us the Cotswolds. We feel like we made a dear friend in Simon and the time he spent with us surpassed our expectations. Thank you Simon and truly hope we see each other again (soon). Bob & ReNee
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Simon W.
Dear Bob and ReNee, thanks so much for your kind words and your engaged, good humour, company and generosity on our morning together. It was a pleasure and a privilege to spend some of your precious holiday time with you, showing you the sights of Bath and it's unique history and architecture. Come and see me again, Id love to show you some of the extraordinary places within easy reach of Bath. It's such a great base for exploring Simon
$1,225/ per group
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