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'Stonehenge & Secret England' from Bath for 2-8 curious adventurers

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Bath, England
  • 7 to 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Check off one of England's top attractions and discover one of Somerset’s secret villages in a single day with this small-group tour to Stonehenge from Bath. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Stonehenge, then get a taste of rural England, away from the crowds, in the secluded villages and quaint countryside of Somerset. Benefit from your guide's insights into local history and culture and stop for lunch at a charming pub (own expense).
  • Go off the beaten path and discover rural England, away from the crowds
  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Stonehenge with a guide adding context you'd miss if exploring independently
  • Enjoy a small-group tour with a relaxed feel and intimate atmosphere
  • Stop for lunch at a charming local pub in the countryside (own expense)

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

An all-inclusive, small-group tour makes for minimal hassle (and even includes skip-the-line privileges).

What's Included

  • A truly unique & unforgettable journey into the England you've always dreamt of
  • Collection & return to your Bath location
  • Travel in a luxury 9-seater vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Guide's Gratuity
  • Lunch
    We stop at an amazing and provide you with the full menu

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick up from all central Bath locations, or can collect you from in front of the Abbey Hotel.

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Meeting point

  • Terrace Walk
    Bath BA1, UK

    If we're not collecting you from your central Bath accommodation, please meet us in front of The Abbey Hotel

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Begin your English experience at your Bath accommodation at 9am, when you’ll board a climate-controlled vehicle and greet your small group of eight or fewer. During the 1-hour journey to Stonehenge, your guide provides a historical overview of the mysterious monument, the purpose of which has eluded historians for centuries.

On arrival at Stonehenge, use your skip-the-line ticket to sail past lines and head straight inside the UNESCO-listed site. Using an audio guide to direct your exploration, wander around the 3,500-year-old stone ring and listen to theories surrounding Stonehenge’s supernatural, spiritual, and astronomical significance.

Then, after returning to your vehicle, you’ll embark on a tour of Somerset’s secluded villages. Delve into the county’s gorgeous countryside, stop for lunch (own expense) at an English pub that oozes character, and visit villages full of archetypal English cottages and places that inspired writers such as Thomas Hardy and Jane Austen.

Your tour culminates with drop-off at your Bath hotel in the early evening.
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Wiltshire

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

2

Stonehenge

2 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Wiltshire

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Wiltshire

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

5

Wiltshire

45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

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Wiltshire

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • A small amount of walking is involved (less than 1km altogether)
  • We welcome anyone who requires extra assistance. Sadly we don't accommodate wheelchairs as standard, but get in touch and we'll do our best to find a solution.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • We welcome families (and expect well-behaved children to take charge of their parents!) but our tours are relaxed and adult-focussed.
  • Stroller accessible
  • We collect from all central Bath locations and will assume a pick up from accommodation unless informed otherwise.
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Alina_T
The tour was great. I never thought I would see Stonehenge so it was wonderful visiting a site with so much history! Our tour guide Ralph was a delight. He gave us a lot of information but not as to be tiring. The tour of the countryside and small villages was beautiful. Luckily we had good weather and he showed us some interesting spots. Highly recommend it if you like to be informed, go in a small group and be entertained as well.

Reviews

5.0
based on 54 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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Deborah_G, Apr 2025
Stonehenge was better than we expected. Safely guided to Stonehenge with all the pointers and information. Simon was even telling latest discoveries and findings. Gave us private time there for taking it all in. Lunch was lovely and then fun afternoon of hidden treasures. Great day with Simon!

Stonehenge and surrounding areas

Alina_T, Sep 2024
The tour was great. I never thought I would see Stonehenge so it was wonderful visiting a site with so much history! Our tour guide Ralph was a delight. He gave us a lot of information but not as to be tiring. The tour of the countryside and small villages was beautiful. Luckily we had good weather and he showed us some interesting spots. Highly recommend it if you like to be informed, go in a small group and be entertained as well.

Response from Host, Oct 2024

Hi Alina, Thank you so much for your lovely review. Ralph says that he had a wonderful day with you and really enjoyed touring with you. We're so glad you enjoyed your day, and the impact of you seeing Stonehenge is thrilling - this is why we do what we do, and it brings so much joy to our hearts to hear responses such as this. Thank you so much, and wishing you all the best for the future! Warmest regards, Jules (and Ralph - and the rest of the team!)

Brilliant Stonehenge even on a wet day!

pomme, Sep 2024
Our guide Ralph was fantastic. The weather was grey windy and very wet all day, but we still managed Stonehenge and learnt some history surrounding this special place. With the weather so bad Ralph adapted our tour to suit our needs and bring out some hidden gems of the area. Lunch in an historic Pub to warm up and dry off! Thanks Ralph for a brilliant day. We will return again on a sunny day and hope you will be able to be our Tour Guide once again.

Response from Host, Oct 2024

Dear 'Pomme', This is Jules here, thank you so much for the lovely review. Ralph really is a phenomenal guide isn't he? I'm so glad that you had such a wonderful time with him, and I hope that you will be back in future, hopefully when there's a little more sun to enjoy! And if you do come back, we'll do our best to reunite you with your favourite guide! In the meantime, many thanks again, and best wishes, we hope that life continues to bless you! Warmest regards, and best wishes, Jules

Stonehenge and Secret England Tour

Albert_S, May 2024
Our guide Max was very knowledgeable about the area and its history. He is great at story telling, and provided us with a relaxing and informative tour. His helpful tips and recommendations including where to eat were spot on!

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Hi guys, Max here! It was a pleasure to be in your company and I hope you enjoyed the rest of your vacation. Maybe we'll see you again? In the meantime, best wishes, Max

Best part of our vacation!!!

Michelle_V, Apr 2024
Thank you Max and Ralph for a fabulous tour of Stonehenge and the “secret” countryside locations. Just beautiful!! Thank you picking us up on time in your clean comfortable van. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Thanks for being so personable with us. Thank you for letting us explore and not feel rushed at all. Lunch was delicious and thanks for the local beer! Cheers! Until next time!

Wonderful Private Tour

Chad_C, Dec 2023
This was such a great day! Our guide Simon gave us a wonderful tour from Bath to Stonehenge and back. He was full of knowledge to share about the area and the locations. Highly recommend!

Off the Beaten Path History Lesson

Kathy_S, Jul 2023
Fun, quirky and highly informative day. Jules has a wealth of historical knowledge and very insightful perspective. Most unexpectedly enjoyable day I’ve had in years!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Hi Kathy, Thank you so much for your review. I'm so glad you enjoyed our time together, and I'm so pleased we exceeded expectations. Our entire philosophy is to share the must-sees and the magical, hidden gems, routes, experiences and stories as we know that these always have a much greater impact on us than the things we already know about/can anticipate so it's great when we get reviews that confirm that our approach is right! Anyway, thanks so much again, and wishing you the very best! Jules

Stonehenge and the really awesome secret England 🇬🇧

Diane_C, Jun 2023
This adventure was a memorable tour hosted by a highly knowledgeable retired history teacher. Lots of wonderful historical information and enjoyable stories! Highly recommended! Thank you!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Hi Diane, I'm assuming that you must have had the incredible Roland as your guide! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. I'm so glad that you enjoyed the day and I hope that the rest of your stay was equally positive and memorable! Warmest regards, and many thanks again, Jules

An Informative and Fun Tour You Don't Want To Miss

Susan_N, Jun 2023
What an amazing day! Jules provided an interesting and well-rounded full-day tour. The first half was a trip to Stonehenge filled with history, theories behind the evolution of Stonehenge and interesting tidbits about the area. He then took us to some terrific little villages and hamlets that were quieter ... not overrun with tourists (just the way we like it). We visited a 15th century church, a palace and the ruins of a castle. Throughout it all, Jules was entertaining, informative and fun. At the end of the day, I forgot my coat and water bottle in his car. He took the time to drive all the way back to our hotel to personally deliver them to me. A+ for customer service. A+ for a wonderful day.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Hi Susan, Thank you so much for your fabulous review! It was a pleasure to meet you and spend the day with you both and I'm so glad that you both enjoyed your time here so much. I hope that the rest of the trip was as memorable and that you'll be coming back one day?! In the meantime, wishing you both the very best, and thank you so much again too!! Warmest regards, Jules

Informative and relaxing day

sameccinfo, Jun 2023
Not having to navigate, drive, and stand in long queues to visit Stonehenge and the countryside made for a very relaxing day. Max was engaging, fun, and very knowledgeable about the area. He is an excellent conversationist with the perfect balance of information and casual talk. In addition to Stonehenge, Max drove our group to several unique sites that we would not have seen on our own. We stopped for a wonderful lunch in the countryside. Plenty of photo opportunities. Highly recommend for family with teens or adults.

Fantastic Tour!

Susan_B, Oct 2021
Our tour with Jules was amazing. We were able to see things we didn’t even know existed. He was knowledgeable, funny and tells a great story. I would highly recommend him and this tour company. We will use them again when back in the area!

Stonehenge from Bath

Siobhan2056, Aug 2019
My husband and I, along with our two adult sons booked this tour during a recent visit to the U.K. Our guide, Phoenix, was very knowledgeable and he made sure we had a wonderful experience. We toured Stonehenge in the morning and then toured the Countryside. We stopped at a lovely place for lunch, visited an old castle and made two other stops before returning to our hotel. I highly recommend this tour and our guide.

Jules was amazing, informative and...

jmjohnsonnwa, Sep 2017
Jules was amazing, informative and engaging! Small Group was perfect-met two new friends (Pauline and Tony)! It was spectacular to see authentic English towns instead of the commercialized areas. Really enjoyed!! In fact this was one of our favorite parts of our entire trip!! Highly recommend!!

Jules was an excellent informative...

Nerida H, Aug 2017
Jules was an excellent informative and friendly guy. The trip was so much more than we expected. Small group made the day even better.

We had a really great day with...

Patricia B, Jul 2017
We had a really great day with Jules. So knowledgeable and helpful. From the start to the end was filled with adventures. Highly recommended.

The Day tour with Jules was...

Joan E, Jul 2017
The Day tour with Jules was fantastic. He was so cheerful to be with and his knowledge of British history was excellent. The perfect day tour around the countryside surroundings of Bath for our short visit. Thank you!

We truly enjoyed our small group...

Craig R, Jun 2017
We truly enjoyed our small group tour of Stonehenge and Authentic England from Bath. Having a guide who was able to educate our small group on the mysteries of Stonehenge, as well as immerse us in beautiful and historical village life was priceless. Jules is such a personable guy, that by the end of the tour we all felt like friends. We also really appreciated his visual and even audio resources. You can tell he has a teaching background! Thanks Jules for a great day. We will recommend you to all our friends traveling thru Bath.

Stayed at DUKES hotel about 5...

Philip E, May 2017
Stayed at DUKES hotel about 5 minutes walk from the river. Lovely place, very clean with a good breakfast menu. The staff were the highlight. Super friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Carol the owner was superb as was her number 1 assitant David. Hats off to a great hotel. Took a tour with Around and About Bath. Julian the tour guide runs his business and I would class it as a boutique tour. Being an ex History teacher he is loaded with tons of facts and history of Stonehenge and the surrounds of Bath. He is such a personable guy who is focused on making sure you have a great experience. Finally, if you do nothing else make sure you have a spa at the Gainsbridge Hotel. Forget the public spa. Go top shelf. The experience is one in a lifetime and you and you alone are the focus of the staff. Hats off to Roberto. Treated us like royalty. What a great guy. Come to bath, do these three things and totally spoil yourself. Cheers to all. Phil and Liz Aus

Jules, We just can't thank you...

ShawnM_G, Jan 2017
Jules, We just can't thank you enough it's been 3 weeks since the tour and we are still talking about you. Your tour was the highlight of our entire 3 week trip. Stonehenge was a bucket list for The Grandparents however we were looking for something we as a family hadn't done. So the secrets of Somerset was intriguing and we are so happy we did the tour. Jules tied in so many neat stories and history lessons to all the different places we visited it was amazing. I apologize I'm being deliberately vague so I don't give away any secrets. His teaching background really comes thru especially in his desire to accommodate for everyone. One of our 3 sons is Autistic and can be very distracting but Jules never missed a beat and was very engaging to everyone. Thanks again Jules we wish you a happy and prosperous new year!
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