Private Tour
Private Tour of North Cornwall for Breathtakingly Rugged Coast
Overview
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8 hours 30 minutes
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Let your Cornish local tour guide delight you with a highly varied Cornish tour package that is steeped in Cornish history. In this 1 day Cornish tour you will gain a deep insight into Cornish culture and Cornwall’s heritage. Run by a passionate ex teacher who's aim is to give you a true and meaningful perspective on what it's like to live here...
A full day’s touring experience of some of the most beautiful areas in North Cornwall. Beaches, ancient harbours, monasteries, Cornish customs and folklore. You’ll even have the optional opportunity to walk along small sections of the South West Coast Path to take in some truly spectacular views…
PLUS : very many points of interest en route – some visible from vehicle, others just moments from the car. There is so much to take in on this Private Tour of North Cornwall. An absorbing tour that gives a vibrant understanding of this part of the world in a relatively short space of time.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We can pick you up from anywhere in Cornwall AND transfer you to Cornwall from ANYwhere in the UK!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Free Cornish gifts and photo Montage included
Car parking fees
Lively and informative historical information
Chilled mineral water available on board
Air conditioned and fully licensed vehicle up to 6 passengers
Passionate, local tour guide with qualified educational background
Food and additional beverages
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Newquay
Our first stop of the day and a visit to the 'surfers paradise' of Newquay! (Cornish = Tewynblustri) Around 25,000 people live in Newquay but this swells to 100,000 or more in the summer. The town has been expanding inland since the former fishing village of New Quay began to grow in the second half of the nineteenth century, and the western edge of the town meets the Atlantic at Fistral Bay. We'll park up at Fistral Beach where hopefully conditions will be right to witness some surfing acfion whilst we get our bearings. Driving around the Grade 2 listed Headland Hotel we'll pay a visit to the Huer's Hut which has been described as "a particularly fine late mediaeval specimen". The Huer's Hut served as a lookout point from which a man known as a huer could keep watch for the arrival of the pilchards. It's a marvelous structure and there's a teriffic view from here of the North Coast of Cornwall stretching out into the distance. That's where we're headed...onwards!
Watergate Bay
Watergate Bay is a vast stretch of sand, big Atlantic swells, and high sea-beaten cliffs; a dramatic landscape, it’s one of the county’s wildest coastlines and considered by many as one of Cornwall’s best beaches. It's 3km beach faces the Atlantic Ocean and with the sea swell it's easy to see why the English Nationals Surfing Championships are held here. If the sea-breeze gets too fresh, there are restrooms and cafes close by...
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Private Tour of North Cornwall for Breathtakingly Rugged Coast
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Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Absolutely Breathtaking
manfenl,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this informative, fun, personalized tour with history teacher and proprietor Conrad, which helped me to fall in love with the remarkable natural settings, historical buildings, culture and atmosphere of Cornwall UK. The tour was appropriately named, as the incredible cliffs is unlike anything I have ever seen, they are magnificent. A visit to Tintagel is a must for both its beauty and for the King Arthur connection. We were immersed in interesting conversation about history, lore, local songs, the whole time and you will feel like you have made a friend. We thoroughly enjoyed this well executed tour.
An Unforgettable fantastic experience!
Mgausman,
Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kernow Private Tours of Cornwall An absolutely fascinating unforgettable experience! Our guide, Conrad Savage, a local historian and resident. We were picked up at Tintagel and visited remarkable sites including the Merry Maidens Stone Circle, Men-an-Tol, the Holy Well of Saint Madrin, Saint Michael’s Mount, Boscawen Stone Circle, and St Clether Holy Well Chapel. Conrad’s storytelling brought each place to life — blending archaeology, legend, and local insight. The tour perfectly captured the spirit, mystery, and beauty of Cornwall. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience the true heart of Cornwall. 🌿 Learn more at: www.kernowtours.co.uk +44 07762 160274
Best Way to experience Cornwall
X1107SKsusanl,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Conrad was amazing! His knowledge of the area from a geographic and historical perspective is unparalleled! He kept us entertained and informed throughout the 2 days we spent with him doing the North and South Coast Cornwall tours. I would highly recommend Conrad to anyone traveling to the Cornwall area.
Great tour company
rfkarasek,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was everything we wanted it to be: great scenery, lots of history, and a wonderful introduction to the culture of Cornwall, by a knowledgeable, friendly guide with a good sense of humor. Conrad made sure that we had a great time, even going out of his way to bring us back an item we had left in the tour vehicle. We highly recommend this tour company.
Best tour ever!!
Benny2066,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I cannot rate Kernow tours highly enough. I waited until I'd finished all my tours of Europe and UK before posting review, absolutely exceptional. Conrad, tour groups need to bottle you and use you for training. Your passion for your heritage and local history, outstanding, Your singing is worth taking the tour for!
An amazing day out with Kernow Tours — Conrad’s knowledge and passion made it truly special, couldn’t recommend more
437siang,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day out with Kernow Tours. Conrad was extremely knowledgeable and deeply passionate about Cornwall's history and landscape. The tour felt very personal and was tailored to what we were interested in. We explored old tin mines along the cliffs, wandered through wild moorland with ponies, and visited the Minack Theatre looking out over the sea. Along the way he shared stories and details that really brought the places to life. It was a thoughtful, specialised way to see Cornwall and made the day feel very special. Couldn't recommend more - thanks to Conrad.
A fabulous day in Cornwall
G3479VMnicoles,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic day with Conrad during our summer holiday 2025 in Cornwall. On a tour with him, you get to know not only the country, but also the historical background of every place in Cornwall you visit. Besides, you can see places that you would never have considered or heard of. In short, it was one of the most beautiful days we spent in Cornwall. Meur ras Conrad!!!
Conrad offers individual attention and presents tailored tours
destinationtravel23,
Jul 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well, how does any tour guide or hospitality institution constantly receive a 5 out of 5 rating? If it's Conrad then it's to be expected. His knowledge and passion for Cornwall and the stories he tells, together with that wonderful sense of humour, is only topped by the favourite Cornish songs he plays and sings to. Thank you Conrad for my memorable tour. You opened my eyes to the wonderful culture and magic of Kernow
Amazing Cornwall Experience
carolynbkelly,
Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kernow Tours was the perfect choice to give us an amazing Cornwall experience. Conrad is incredibly knowledgeable, personable and attuned to his clients’ needs/preferences. He showed us hidden gems and incredible views while providing history that only a local would know. After two days of touring with Conrad, I knew I wanted to come back to see more of beautiful Cornwall!
Outstanding private tour !
gillt986,
May 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First time doing a private tour and Conrad from kernow tours has set the bar high! A wonderful person to spend time with, knowledgeable, fun, flexible and clearly is passionate about the area . Would highly recommend time spent with him ! Can’t wait to see some more of your homeland with you Conrad !
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