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Embark on an extraordinary journey through the enchanting landscapes of the Southwest of the UK with our private South West Tour. Departing from London, our adventure begins at the world-famous Stonehenge, an awe-inspiring monument constructed around 2000 BC. As we continue along the Dorset coast, you'll explore the World Heritage Jurassic Coast sites, visit Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, and delve into the history of Clouds Hill, the former home of Lawrence of Arabia. The tour proceeds to Plymouth, where the first day of your South West England exploration concludes. This captivating adventure promises picturesque landscapes, historical marvels, and cherished memories.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Plymouth
Stonehenge was built in several phases beginning with an earthwork enclosure around 3000 BCE. Its iconic sarsen and bluestone trilithons were erected centuries later, using sophisticated post-and-lintel engineering. The sarsen stones, each up to 25 tons, were quarried about 25 km away in West Woods, while smaller bluestones came from the Preseli Hills of Wales, over 200 km distant. The stones were shaped with precision joints and aligned to the midsummer sunrise and midwinter sunset.
Durdle Door
Durdle Door is a natural limestone arch on the Jurassic Coast near Lulworth in Dorset, England. It is one of Britain’s most photographed coastal landmarks, renowned for its striking geological form and scenic beach setting within a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Plymouth
Tavistock
avistock is a historic market town in Devon, England, located on the western edge of Dartmoor National Park. Known for its medieval heritage, proximity to the River Tavy, and well-preserved architecture, the town serves as a gateway to Dartmoor and a center for local trade, culture, and tourism. Key facts
Widecombe-in-the-Moor is a picturesque village and large rural parish in Devon, England, situated within the eastern section of Dartmoor National Park. Surrounded by rugged tors and moorland, it is one of Dartmoor’s best-known settlements, famed for its striking 14th-century church and the folk song “Widecombe Fair.”
Postbridge
he Postbridge Clapper Bridge is among the best-preserved examples of a traditional granite “clapper” bridge on Dartmoor, likely built in the 13th century. Constructed from massive granite slabs supported by stone piers, it was used by packhorses and pedestrians to cross the river before the adjacent 18th-century road bridge was added. The structure is now a Grade II* listed monument and a key historical attraction.
Buckfast Abbey
The abbey’s origins date to the early 11th century, when a Benedictine monastery was established on the site. It was dissolved under Henry VIII during the Dissolution of the Monasteries. In 1882, a group of French Benedictine monks resettled there, restoring monastic life after centuries of absence. The current abbey church, begun in 1907 and completed in 1938, was largely built by the monks themselves.
Stay the night in Truro
St Ives
St Ives, St Ives, England St Ives is one of the most popular seaside towns in Cornwall, located on the north coast of southwest England. It's known for its turquoise waters, sandy beaches, picturesque harbor, and strong artistic heritage.
Levant, Botallack and the Crowns Trail
Located near Pendeen on Cornwall's rugged north coast, Botallack is one of the most famous former tin and copper mining sites in the region. The dramatic engine houses perched on the cliffs are among Cornwall's most iconic views and were featured in the TV series Poldark.
St. Michael's Mount
St Michael's Mount is a small tidal island off the coast of Cornwall, near the town of Marazion. It is one of Cornwall's most famous landmarks, crowned by a medieval castle and church perched dramatically above the sea.
Minack Theatre
The Minack Theatre is a spectacular open-air theatre carved into the granite cliffs above the sea at Porthcurno. It's widely considered one of the most dramatic theatre venues in the world.
Stay the night in Truro
Tintagel Castle sits on rugged cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The ruins date largely from the 13th century, when they were built by Richard, Earl of Cornwall. According to medieval legend, recorded by Geoffrey of Monmouth, Tintagel was the birthplace of King Arthur. A modern footbridge links the mainland to the headland, offering spectacular views of the coastline.
Port Isaac
It served as the filming location for the TV series Doc Martin, where the village was known as "Portwenn." It's home to the sea-shanty group Fisherman's Friends, whose story inspired the films Fisherman's Friends and Fisherman's Friends: One and All. The harbor remains a working fishing port, giving the village an authentic character.
Charlestown Harbour
The harbor looks much as it did 200 years ago, making it a popular filming location. Historic tall ships are often moored in the harbor. The waterfront is lined with stone quays, old warehouses, cafés, and pubs. It's a great place for photography, especially at sunset.
Bath
Bath is one of England's most beautiful and historic cities, famous for its Roman heritage, elegant Georgian architecture, and natural hot springs. It's a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tetbury
Tetbury is a charming market town in the heart of the Cotswolds, known for its historic streets, antique shops, and beautiful honey-colored stone buildings. It's often considered one of the prettiest towns in the region.
Various hotels Visit Cornwall, Devon, Travel England Tours Duration: 9 hours various South West England: Embark on an extraordinary journey through the enchanting landscapes of the Southwest of the UK with our private South West Mercedes: Mercedes V class vehicle
Private transportation
Bottled water
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Lunch
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We do not include Lunch or dinner Breakfast in included in our accommadation.
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4 reviews
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stopper2016,Aug 28, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
I took a 6 day tour of South West England with two others and had an excellent experience. Ian was very prompt, knowledgeable of the area and its history and created an upfront itinerary which he adapted to our individual preferences. The car and ride was comfortable with bottled water on hand. A truly great experience in a most beautiful part of the country. We will definitely use Travel England Tours for future trips in the UK.




R2369CXkellyh,Apr 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
Ian was wonderful from start to finish. I was able to make adjustments that suited our group to the 5 day Cornwall and Devon tour, and once we were on the tour we were able to adjust for weather and time without problem. Ian was a terrific and solicitous guide and accommodated all our needs. He was also incredibly knowledgable about the region and we saw so much! If we vacation again in the areas he serves we will certainly book with him again.
Whataboutmer,Sep 12, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
Ian and Travel England Tours are awesome! My mother and I spent 8 days traveling with Ian around South West AND South East England. We made so many good memories and had a blast thanks to the organization and communication provided by Travel England Tours. To start, we had a zoom call about 6 or 7 months prior to our trip where I explained what we were interested in seeing. He then put together an awesome itinerary! This led to one of the best vacations I'll ever have. We visited Stonehenge, Lulworth Cove/Durdle Door, Plymouth, Post Bridge, Tintagel Castle, Land's End, St. Michael's Mount, Bath, Lacock, Canterbury, Dover Castle and Brighton to name a few! And all the while in an extremely comfortable and safe vehicle. Ian knows so much about the history, the people and the land in all of the different regions we went through. He's basically a wikipedia page for every location and could answer every question we had. We experienced incredible views, amazing landmarks, learned so much about historical figures and time periods - it's just the best thing ever. One last thing I'll say is that we are from the states but we have Cornish ancestry. I told Ian ahead of time about some of the genealogy work I did and wouldn't you know it, he was able to incorporate a trip to St. Maybn where we found the gravestone of my 5th Great Grandmother! Ian knew the whole area so we were able to see what our ancestors saw by walking through their village and going to the church where they were baptized. Absolutely phenomenal experience! My mother and I will remember it forever and without a doubt, talk about it constantly. Thank you so much Ian!!













Ron W,Apr 27, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
Ian is a joy to travel with. His encyclopedic knowledge delivered effectively and with good humor made the days fly by. From Penzance, Plymouth, St. Ives, Dartmouth, Dartmoor National Park, Minack Theatre, Land’s End, tin mines (like In Poldark),St. Michael’s, etc. Ian made great use of our time. A quite unexpected surprise was Ian’s military knowledge which brought home the great part southwest England played in preparing for the D-Day invasion of France.
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