All South West England Tours & Excursions in 2026

Explore the top attractions surrounding Bath with ease on a private day tour. Private transportation allows you to visit multiple locations in just one day, which would otherwise involve sluggish and indirect bus routes. See Wells Cathedral, buy lunch at a traditional pub, and sample Cheddar cheese at its origin. Beyond cuisine and culture, your private adventure includes a scenic jaunt through England's largest and most scenic gorge.

Poole Harbour is Europe’s largest natural harbor, home to Brownsea Island, known for its indigenous red squirrels, the Sandbanks peninsula, known locally as Millionaire’s Row, and more. Soak up the sights and take in the history on this circular cruise, with live commentary from the captain to keep you informed and a tea and coffee lounge plus licensed bars to quench your thirst.

Turning Bath's Streets Into an Adventure Playground! Get a unique perspective of the city centre on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt. It's the best way to explore the city! On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way. During your Quest you will not only discover the city's highlights but explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts about the places you visit and see things that most people just pass by. As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want (must be played during daylight hours), there are no set starting/ending times. No groups to follow. You can go at your own pace, stopping for longer in one location, taking a break or having a snack in one of the many cafes and pubs along the trail OR you can make it a race and try to get to the top of the city leaderboard! Instant acess with nothing to print from home. Will you conquer the Quest?

Explore Bath like a local with this self-guided tour that combines iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Discover the majestic Roman Baths, the Royal Crescent and the stunning Circus while enjoying the freedom to explore at your own pace. Uncover peaceful side streets and secret shops, revealing a more intimate side of Bath. With an easy-to-use digital guide, you can pause for a coffee, or linger, as you learn fascinating stories and insider tips that traditional tours often overlook. Perfect for independent explorers, this tour invites you to experience Bath not just as a visitor, but as someone in on the secret. After purchasing the tour, you’ll receive an email with your self-guided walking tour, including a written PDF and interactive Google Maps link. We recommend downloading the tour while you have access to Wi-Fi connection. Please note that entry tickets to any attractions are not included and must be purchased separately on-site if you wish to visit them.

Discover a whole new underwater world at Sea Life Center Weymouth. See a range of aquatic wildlife, from otters to sea turtles to the world’s smallest penguins, and much more. You can get closer to sharks than you would in the wild in the Ocean Tunnel, and kids will love the Caribbean Cove Adventure Playground as well as the interactive rock pool, where they can touch a real starfish.

There literally is nothing else like this! We walk the land, we sleep under the stars, our ponies pack the kit. Dorset is a stunning county, with two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and 40% of the county designated National Landscape. It is a complex network of rolling fields, ancient woodlands, pine plantations and the tracks and green lanes that connect them, and we get you right in the middle of it, camping wild in ancient woodland. We take the work out of your walk by not only planning a gorgeous route, but with the help of our furry friends, Bob and Evie, the pack ponies. ​Meander through heathland, woodland & plantation. Cross sparkling fords, take in distant views. Visit thatched villages along old smugglers routes. ​​​Our route is carefully planned, tried and tested to give you the best experience with pack ponies.​ Walk further, camp wilder, breathe...

Join us for a 90 minute evening cruise with Scenic Sunset Views – Watch the sky transform into hues of gold, pink, and violet as the sun sets over Poole Harbour. Onboard Bar – Sip on a refreshing drink from our fully licensed bar, serving a selection of wines, beers, spirits, and soft drinks. Relaxing Ambience – Enjoy a peaceful atmosphere with live informative and humorous commentary from our Captain, setting the perfect mood for the evening. Spacious & Comfortable – Choose between open-air seating on the upper deck or a cozy indoor lounge with large viewing windows.

If your down in this beautiful part of the Southwest you really must seize the opportunity to view it from a Seagulls viewpoint. You will not be disappointed.

Cornwall’s rugged coastline has shaped St Ives for millennia, transforming it from ancient Celtic settlement, to bustling fishing port, to world-renowned artistic center. On this coastal walking tour, you’ll explore the winding streets and sheltered coves that tell the story of its remarkable transformation. You’ll discover how pilchard fishing once powered the economy, learn about the smuggling networks that flourished along these shores, and understand how the unique Atlantic light drew artists from across the world. The tour starts at St Ives railway station above Porthminster Beach. You’ll weave through ancient lanes too narrow for cars, and past cottages where fishermen once dried their nets on the walls. The tour ends at the iconic Tate St Ives gallery overlooking Porthmeor Beach, where you’ll hear how this fishing town became an artistic colony that transformed British art.

Discover England’s UNESCO-listed Jurassic Coast the convenient way: with a self-drive tour in the style of a treasure hunt. Downloadable to your smartphone, the self-guided tour gives you the freedom to sightsee at your own pace, and can be done when you want and with your own personal group. Off-the-beaten-path sites and tucked-away treasures await.

Explore Bath's history and architecture on this journey. Start at Marlborough Buildings, known for elegance. The Royal Crescent, a curved row of remarkable houses, awaits. Nearby, The Circus forms a beautiful circle. Continue to the historic Bath Assembly Rooms, a hub of gatherings and dances. Jane Austen fans, don't miss The Jane Austen Centre, where her life and Bath stay are revealed. Walk along charming Bath Street, lined with shops. The Roman Baths, a grand complex around hot springs, amazes. Visit Bath Abbey with its gothic splendour. Great Pulteney Street, reminiscent of Italy's Ponte Vecchio, beckons. Discover art and history at the Holburne Museum. End the tour at Jane Austen's Courtyard Apartment, offering insight into her life in Bath. Enjoy the beauty and charm of Bath at every step.

The Espresso Martini was invented by British bar tender Dick Bradsell in London. Legend has it that a ‘top model’ asked for a drink that would ‘wake me up and f**k me up’ at the same time. Bradsell complied mixing vodka with espresso and coffee liqueur and the Espresso Martini was born. This hugely popular cocktail is now considered one of the classics and the the perfect post dinner cocktail. This 2 hour class is perfect for groups looking for a little pick me up after dinner or before hitting the town. Obviously if you are coffee lover this cocktail class is perfect for you but make sure everyone in your group also enjoys coffee! This classic cocktail is simple to make and its all about the crema to get that frothy foam on the top. Our experienced mixologists will show you have to make the perfect Espresso Martini’s. You don’t have to be Kate Moss to enjoy an Espresso Martini and this class work for both hens and stags.

This private half day car tour reveals one of Britain’s most ancient monuments. Travel from historic Bath through peaceful countryside shaped by centuries of rural life. Your guide shares stories of prehistoric civilization and the mystery surrounding Stonehenge. This UNESCO World Heritage Site stands as one of the world’s most important archaeological landmarks. Massive standing stones rise from the ancient landscape with powerful presence. Scholars still debate how early builders moved and placed these remarkable stones. Walk the paths around the monument and reflect on a culture that existed thousands of years before the United States. The journey offers insight into early human belief architecture and ritual life at one of the most famous prehistoric sites on Earth. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Experience the timeless beauty of Bath on a private walking tour led by a knowledgeable local guide who brings the city’s history and charm to life! Stroll through elegant streets, peaceful parks, and character-filled corners as you discover the culture, stories, and everyday moments that make this English city so special. Whether you choose a short 2-hour introduction or a deeper 6-hour exploration, your guide will tailor the tour to your interests, sharing hidden gems, local insights, and authentic Bath experiences along the way. Enjoy the city at your own pace and see it through the eyes of a true local.

Fun and social painting experiences. Sip and Paint is a perfect creative activity for anyone to enjoy. From birthdays to hen parties to single travellers and small groups of friends. Enjoy a sip and paint experience led by an experienced local artist. Everyone will be able to enjoy a fun painting experience and have a canvas to take away with them.

Discover Poole's historic Old Town and learn about its long and interesting history on a guided tour. Visit lanes that were once piers, look behind the High Street facades, and find the curly Cod. Starting at 19 High Street, your guided walking tour will help you imagine Poole in the centuries gone by. Poole was 'founded' in 1248 when Sir William Longspee sold the land to the citizens to fund his costs for a Crusade from which he never returned. But, Poole has a much longer history that stretches back to the Iron Age and it also has Roman connections. Your will learn how Poole's coastline has been reclaimed, where the town was attacked by the Spanish looking for the pirate Harry Paye, how Codfish from Newfoundland paid for one of Poole's transformations, and where the smuggling tunnels still exist. The main tour takes two hours at a slow walking pace and is on mostly level pavement. It is all wheelchair accessible. A shorter tour is available on request.

If your kids—or your inner child—are seeking a challenge on your Bristol break, burn off excess energy and enjoy a hit of adrenaline at the TreeTops Adventure rope course. With three levels—easy, medium, and hard—plus more than 40 different elements, including two exhilarating ziplines, every session flies by. A clip-in system keeps everyone locked in, while instructors ensure a safe experience for ages from 6 to 96.

Learn to draw with the help of a professional tutor and a nude model by signing up for this activity, designed with hen and stag parties in mind. You'll sit down in a private venue with a full bar service and get to drawing, learning techniques and tips from your instructor.

Adventure into the truly beautiful and unique country of Wales, or 'Cymru', as you make the short journey across the border. Shaped by its people and its history, this fiercely spirited land has been a frontier for centuries that has captivated historians, poets and songwriters. Explore breathtaking ruins and outstanding natural landscapes as you sample a corner of Britain where tourism has yet to fully take hold. Highlights: - Private, personalised experience with a local driver-guide - Breathtaking ruins set within outstanding landscapes - Visits to ancient Chepstow and Raglan Castles - Explore Tintern Abbey, a romantic Gothic masterpiece - Marvel at a hidden Roman Town or gladiatorial Amphitheatre - Enjoy lunch at a traditional pub in a secluded hillside village

Discover the dark side of Scotland’s history on a virtual tour that takes you on a journey across the country and into its haunted past. Your virtual guide takes you from Ayrshire to Edinburgh, sharing stories of cannibals, witches, and ghosts along the way. Not for those who scare easily, this is the perfect travel-like experience for anyone who loves history and haunted tales. Note that the tour takes place in British Summer Time.

Find your way out of a cell at the UK’s oldest prison in this escape room experience at the former HMP Shepton Mallet. Work with your team to problem solve your way out of your cell in just one hour, then enjoy a self-guided tour of the wider historical premises. A perfect activity for families, friend groups, or work colleagues, with a choice of time slots to suit your schedule.

An annual pass to Glenside Hospital Museum allows visitors to return unlimited times within 12 months.

Cornwall is known for its impressive outdoor beauty, and you’ll get to experience both waves and the wilderness on this action-packed trip. Take the stress out of packing lots of gear by having a wetsuit, a surfboard, a tent, a pillow, and an airbed provided. You won’t have to worry if you’ve never been surfing before as a surf coach will teach you. Highlights include Towan Headland, a coasteering session, and camping in a picturesque private woodlands area.

The Aston Martin DB9 is the grand tourer that defines cool. With a V12 growl and elegant curves, it’s the perfect blend of refinement and muscle. Whether cruising or hammering the throttle, it delivers class in every gear. Take to the track at Castle Combe race track for a 6-lap driving experience, with an instructor alongside you to help you make the most of your time behind the wheel. Whether you're a lifelong motoring enthusiast or simply looking for an unforgettable driving experience, this is your chance to experience a true automotive icon from the driver's seat.