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Hand-picked tours across the New Forest & the UK

Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around the New Forest & the UK for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

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Private Tour - Edinburgh to St Andrews, Dunnottar Castle & Dundee

★ 5.0 (10)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Private Tour - Edinburgh to St Andrews, Dunnottar Castle & Dundee

Explore Scotland's east coast on a nine-to-twelve-hour private tour led by a kilted guide. Start at South Queensferry on the Firth of Forth, then venture to St Andrews—the birthplace of golf and home to Scotland's oldest university. Visit the dramatic clifftop ruins of Dunnottar Castle whilst your guide recounts its turbulent past, and conclude in Dundee, Scotland's fourth-largest city. Flexible start times (8–9am) suit travellers recovering from the previous day. Transportation, a professional guide, Scottish refreshments and photographs are included.

9 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $1120

Expert Archaeologist - Private Stonehenge, Bath and Avebury Tour

★ 5.0 (10)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Expert Archaeologist - Private Stonehenge, Bath and Avebury Tour

An 11-hour guided tour from London exploring Britain's most significant Neolithic sites with a specialist archaeologist. Start at Durrington Walls and Woodhenge to understand Stonehenge's builders, then visit the stone circle itself. Continue to Silbury Hill—Europe's largest prehistoric mound—and the 5,500-year-old West Kennet long barrow before finishing at Avebury's vast stone circle and its adjoining village. A dedicated driver allows your guide to focus entirely on interpretation rather than navigation.

11 hoursfrom AUD $2308

Private Rowing Experience in Cambridge for Two

★ 5.0 (10)

🐠 Water Activities

United Kingdom

Private Rowing Experience in Cambridge for Two

Learn to row on the River Cam at Cambridge's City Rowing Club with a partner, gaining hands-on instruction from start to finish. This two-hour session begins with 30 minutes of technique work on rowing machines, focusing on rhythm and blade control. You'll then take to the water in a stable double boat for an hour of practical rowing under your instructor's watch, building confidence as you navigate one of England's most picturesque waterways.

Villains and Gangsters of London Private Taxi Tour

A four-hour private taxi tour through London's East End and City that traces the criminal underworld's most notorious figures and their haunts. Your driver shares insider knowledge about gangland history, major heists, and the streets where London's villains operated. Stop to explore on foot where it interests you, or stay comfortable in the air-conditioned black cab. Optional breaks at neighbourhood cafes and historic pubs let you absorb the atmosphere of these storied locations.

4 hoursfrom AUD $763

5 Day Isle of Skye, Glencoe and Loch Ness Tour from Edinburgh

★ 5.0 (10)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

5 Day Isle of Skye, Glencoe and Loch Ness Tour from Edinburgh

A five-day tour through Scotland's most dramatic landscapes, departing from Edinburgh. Travel in a small group of up to 16 to encounter the Highlands' castle ruins, lochs, and mountain vistas. You'll visit Loch Lomond's settlements, Glencoe's wild moorlands, the Isle of Skye's distinctive peaks, and the shores of Loch Ness. A knowledgeable guide leads short walks and shares the stories behind each location, from medieval strongholds to battlefield history.

Harry Potter City Escape Tour in London

Solve Potter-themed puzzles across London's streets in this three-hour escape adventure. Rather than staying locked indoors, you'll move through the city following clues tied to the wizarding world, visiting actual locations whilst cracking codes and riddles with your team. Guides lead the way, weaving backstory into each challenge. Works brilliantly for families, friend groups or solo travellers seeking fresh company. Winners receive a prize at the end.

French Cuisine Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden

Spend an evening in Covent Garden combining French bistro dining with live comedy. Start with a three-course meal at Côte Brasserie, sampling classic French cooking, then head to Comedy Carnival for an evening of stand-up from established UK and international performers. The whole experience runs five hours, finishing around 10:30pm. Adults only, with reserved seating at both venues.

Historic walk of East Londons Wapping Docks and its famous Pubs

Explore Wapping's layered past on this three-hour guided walk through London's riverside district. From Anglo-Saxon marshland to Victorian docklands, the neighbourhood charts Britain's maritime ambitions, industrial power, and urban hardship. You'll discover Georgian pubs frequented by explorers like Cook and Raleigh, sites connected to Dickens and other historical figures, plus the quieter corners most visitors never reach. A private tour that reads the Thames-side landscape like an open history book.

Climb in the Mine

Test your nerve on a three-hour underground climbing adventure through historic British mine workings. You'll navigate vertical rock faces and traverse narrow passages within vast chambers hollowed out by generations of miners. The controlled environment means poor weather won't spoil your plans, and you'll gain a visceral appreciation for the engineering feats of those who worked these depths. All safety kit—harness, helmet, lighting—is provided.

Full Day Wine Tour in Sussex and Kent

Explore two or three working vineyards across the rolling landscapes of East Sussex and Kent on this 6–8 hour outing. You'll tour production facilities with expert guides, taste wines directly from producers, and walk through the vines themselves. Transport and lunch are handled, so you can drink without worry. Depending on the day's schedule, you may also visit a craft brewery or speciality coffee roastery.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $357

Private Guided London Highlights Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (10)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Private Guided London Highlights Walking Tour

A six-hour private walking tour through central London's political and royal quarters, led by a knowledgeable guide who contextualises the city's most significant landmarks. You'll cover Westminster Abbey—site of coronations since the 11th century—the Houses of Parliament, Downing Street, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, St Paul's Cathedral, and the Tower of London. The route traces London's layered history from medieval times to the present, with your guide offering insider perspective on each location and personalised suggestions for the remainder of your stay.

6 hoursfrom AUD $1004

Highlands, Glencoe and Glenfinnan Viaduct Private Tour

★ 5.0 (10)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Highlands, Glencoe and Glenfinnan Viaduct Private Tour

A 12-hour private tour across the Scottish Highlands, combining dramatic landscapes with cultural landmarks. Travel by comfortable vehicle with a knowledgeable guide, moving through Glencoe's brooding peaks, past the engineering marvel of Glenfinnan Viaduct, and into distillery country. The itinerary spans from the Forth Bridge near Edinburgh northward through Perthshire, taking in Loch Tulla, the Three Sisters ridge, and Pitlochry's riverside charm. You set the rhythm—pause where the mood strikes, skip what doesn't appeal.

12 hoursfrom AUD $1835

Coasteering Adventure at Portknockie and Bow Fiddle Rock

★ 5.0 (10)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

United Kingdom

Coasteering Adventure at Portknockie and Bow Fiddle Rock

Coasteering along Portknockie's rocky shoreline gives you a proper coastal scramble where you'll navigate the inter-tidal zone, duck through sea caves and jump into the Moray Firth. Guided throughout this 2.5-hour session, you'll tackle rock scrambling and water entry at your own pace—nothing's forced. All gear supplied, from wetsuits to helmets. Expect a mix of scrambling, swimming and exploration with views across the coast and chances to spot seals or seabirds.

Liverpool Guided Walking Tour

A 2 hour 15 minute walking tour through Liverpool led by a knowledgeable local guide who reveals the city's layers: its role as a global maritime hub, the cultural phenomenon of the Beatles, and the neighbourhoods that shape contemporary Scouse identity. You'll traverse the waterfront's grand Victorian architecture, slip into narrow streets inaccessible to tour coaches, and hear the stories that explain why this place matters. Designed for both newcomers and history enthusiasts seeking substance over surface-level sightseeing.

Private Transfer Any London Hotel to Southampton Cruise Port

Direct vehicle service from your London hotel to Southampton Cruise Port, taking roughly two hours. A driver collects you from your accommodation and delivers you to the terminal entrance, handling luggage and timing the journey to get you there unhurried and on schedule. The car is air-conditioned with WiFi, bottled water provided, and support available at any hour. Suits anyone heading out on a cruise without the bother of public transport or parking logistics.

John Wesley Methodist Private Walking Tour Of London

Follow the path of John Wesley through three centuries of London's religious and social landscape. This private 3-hour walking tour traces the Methodist founder's life across Roman, Medieval, Georgian and Victorian districts, visiting his former residence and adjacent chapel, open-air preaching grounds, schooling sites, and his conversion location. You'll see period churches, forgotten parks and historic ruins away from mainstream tourist routes. No Methodist background required—anyone seeking quieter corners of the city and genuine historical connection will find this rewarding.

London Tate Modern Guided Small-Group Tour with Max 6 People

Explore one of the world's premier modern art institutions with a knowledgeable guide in an intimate setting. This 2.5-hour tour of Tate Modern takes you through the gallery's landmark collection on the Thames, featuring seminal works by Picasso, Warhol, Dalí and de Chirico. With no more than six people per guide, you'll move at a measured pace through the sprawling converted power station, gaining context for the movements and artists that shaped 20th-century visual culture.

Family Friendly British Museum London Guided Private Tour

A private guided tour of the British Museum tailored for families, running 2.5 hours through London's vast collection of antiquities. Your dedicated guide navigates the highlights—Egyptian mummies, the Rosetta Stone, and other global treasures—with stories and interactive moments designed to engage children and adults alike. No crowds, no rush; just your family exploring at a pace that works for everyone.

York 'Hidden Gems' Food Tour

Walk York's medieval streets with a knowledgeable guide, stopping at six independent food businesses to taste cheese, fresh noodles, handmade fudge (watch it being made in a Victorian kitchen), gelato, and more. You'll learn the history woven into each dish and hear local anecdotes about the city's landmarks, including the architectural trivia behind its famous cathedral. Three and a half hours, groups capped at twelve people.

Oxford Walking Tour for Private Groups

A 60-minute guided walk through Oxford's scholarly heart, led by an accredited guide who draws out a thousand years of layered history without the sprawl. You'll navigate the city's most striking architecture—the Radcliffe Camera, Sheldonian Theatre, and historic quads—while learning the genuine stories that shaped this place, from Anglo-Saxon settlement to contemporary student culture. Designed to fit between meetings or before an evening out, the tour moves with purpose but never feels pressured.

Private Snowdonia’s Mountains, Lakes & Mines Tour

Spend nine hours traversing Snowdonia's dramatic landscape with a knowledgeable local guide. You'll travel by comfortable minibus through mountain passes and alongside pristine lakes, discovering the region's geological heritage and folklore. The tour culminates with a descent into a historic slate mine, where you can experience the raw underground chambers that shaped local industry. Perfect for photographers and those wanting genuine insight into North Wales' wild terrain.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1255

Private Oxford Portraits Photo Tour Photos in Iconic Locations

★ 5.0 (9)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Private Oxford Portraits Photo Tour Photos in Iconic Locations

Walk through Oxford's most recognisable landmarks whilst a photographer captures candid moments of your group. Visit the Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, Bridge of Sighs and Christ Church Meadows during this 90-minute private tour. You'll receive 10 edited digital images within a fortnight. Tailored for solo travellers, graduates, couples and families—including Harry Potter fans curious about local filming spots. The photographer prioritises natural movement shots rather than stiff poses, weaving sightseeing with portraiture.

Tandem Paragliding Experience in the Brecon Beacons

Launch from the Brecon Beacons on a tandem paraglide that reveals the Welsh landscape from an angle few experience. You'll float silently alongside native raptors, rising on thermals without engine noise or fossil fuel burn. The flight itself is serene rather than adrenaline-soaked—a genuine conversation with the air and terrain below. Four hours total, including briefing, flight time, and gentle landing.

Private Isle of Man E-Bike Tour

Explore the Isle of Man's lesser-known trails on a private e-bike tour led by guides with over a decade of local knowledge. Routes range from gentle scenic loops to technical descents with jumps and drops, customised to your ability. You'll reach remote corners inaccessible by foot, spot wild wallabies roaming the island, and experience terrain that sits largely off the mainstream mountain-biking radar. Tours last 1–6 hours depending on your choice of pace and distance.

1 hour – 6 hoursfrom AUD $58

★ 5.0 (9)

🐠 Water Activities

United Kingdom

Stand Up Paddling Adventure

Learn to stand-up paddle on a sheltered stretch of UK estuary, chosen specifically for beginners. This 90-minute session introduces you to board control and paddling technique in calm waters teeming with birdlife and natural beauty. Your instructor guides you through the fundamentals at a relaxed pace, making it accessible even if you've never balanced on water before.

Stirling Castle and the Secrets of the Old Town Private Tour

A three-hour exploration of Stirling's medieval Old Town paired with a guided introduction to Stirling Castle, one of Scotland's most formidable fortresses. Your local guide navigates cobbled streets and reveals the town's layered history before handing you the keys to wander the castle's Renaissance rooms at your own pace. You'll trace the footsteps of Scottish royalty across courtyards and chambers that shaped the nation's story.

Inverness Outlander Tour

Explore the Scottish Highlands through the lens of Outlander, visiting eight pivotal locations across the Inverness region over a full day. This private guided tour connects the real places that inspired Diana Gabaldon's novels and the TV adaptation, including Culloden's historic battlefield, the Bronze Age mystery of Clava Cairns, Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle's dramatic shoreline, plus lesser-known gems like Beauly Priory and the Wardlaw Mausoleum. Includes transport, a local guide, and a one-hour lunch break at your chosen spot.

8 hoursfrom AUD $956

loch ness, Culloden, Clava and Urquhart Castle from Inverness

★ 5.0 (9)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

loch ness, Culloden, Clava and Urquhart Castle from Inverness

A four-and-a-half-hour private tour exploring the Highlands around Inverness, visiting Loch Ness, the Culloden battlefield, Clava stone circles, and Urquhart Castle ruins. Your guide—dressed in traditional Highland attire—navigates you through these historic sites in a climate-controlled vehicle, sharing stories and local context throughout the journey. Groups of up to eight travel in a comfortable minivan, whilst smaller parties can opt for a luxury Land Rover.

Durham Local Guide City Tour

Walk Durham's medieval heart with a local who knows every corner. This 1 hour 45 minute tour threads through the World Heritage Site centre, weaving in personal recommendations for eating, drinking, and exploring—plus what's actually happening in the city this week. You'll also get the lay of the land beyond Durham: where to venture in the North East, whether by car or train. It's the sort of guide that cuts through tourist bluster and gives you what matters.

1h 45mfrom GBP $14

Private Scottish Highlands Full-Day Tour with Pickup

★ 5.0 (9)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Private Scottish Highlands Full-Day Tour with Pickup

This six to eight-hour private tour covers the Scottish Highlands' most rewarding stops, beginning with hotel pickup and finishing with a distillery visit. You'll see Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle's remains, pass through dramatic glens and mountain passes, and pause at working villages and viewpoints that locals favour. Your driver-guide shares regional knowledge and lesser-known corners, making the route feel personal rather than ticked-off.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1352

Casks & Chronicles: Day Tour of Scottish Whisky Distilleries

★ 5.0 (9)

🍜 Food & Cooking

United Kingdom

Casks & Chronicles: Day Tour of Scottish Whisky Distilleries

An eight-hour private tour whisking you between Scotland's leading distilleries without the logistical headache of self-drive navigation. Travel in a climate-controlled Mercedes van with a knowledgeable local guide, stopping at several renowned producers to sample their wares and learn distilling craft firsthand. Your driver handles the countryside routes whilst you focus on nosing, tasting, and absorbing the stories behind each bottle.

8 hoursfrom AUD $753

Tailored Private Tours Hever Castle, Chartwell & Penshurst Place

★ 5.0 (9)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Tailored Private Tours Hever Castle, Chartwell & Penshurst Place

Skip the M25 congestion and explore three of Kent's finest stately homes with Paul, a retired educator and local expert, driving your private party in a comfortable electric estate car. Starting from East Croydon station (15 minutes south of London), you'll visit two of three estates—Hever Castle, Chartwell, or Penshurst Place—at your own rhythm across seven hours. Paul tailors the itinerary to suit you: linger in historic gardens, take a leisurely lunch at a village pub, or move between sites without compromise. You dictate the pace and priorities.

Private Transfer from Central London to Heathrow Airport

Sidestep the Tube queues and minicab chaos with a dedicated driver who collects you from Heathrow or drops you there, depending on direction. Operating between the airport and anywhere in central London, this door-to-door service monitors your flight in real time so your driver arrives bang on schedule—early landing or delayed arrival, makes no difference. You'll be met by name board inside the terminal, helped with bags, and driven straight to your address in a clean, air-conditioned car sized for your group.

45 min – 1h 10mfrom AUD $233

★ 5.0 (9)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

The Great British Museum Experience

Spend two and a half hours navigating eight million objects with a knowledgeable guide who steers you past the queues toward the collection's heavyweight pieces. This British Museum tour cuts through the noise, starting with timed entry and a curator's-eye view of antiquities spanning Egyptian, Greek, Roman and prehistoric worlds. Your guide tailors the route to your interests, unpacking the stories behind iconic finds like the Rosetta Stone and Lewis Chessmen without the usual museum drift.

Edinburgh Gin Tour with a Local Guide: Private & Custom

Spend three hours with an Edinburgh-based gin expert exploring the city's distilling heritage and contemporary craft scene. Walk the historic gin triangle, visit an independent distillery, and taste four carefully selected gins while learning how botanicals shape flavour profiles. Your guide reveals centuries of distilling tradition alongside gin's more complicated past, tailoring recommendations to match your palate.

3 hoursfrom AUD $232

Private Day Tour from Bath to Stonehenge and Salisbury with Pickup

★ 5.0 (9)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Private Day Tour from Bath to Stonehenge and Salisbury with Pickup

A private eight-and-a-half-hour guided tour departing from Bath that connects three pillars of English heritage: the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral's soaring Gothic architecture, and the Bronze Age landscape surrounding both. Your driver navigates between sites while a qualified local guide contextualises what you're seeing—from prehistoric burial mounds to medieval craftsmanship and the 1215 Magna Carta. Old Sarum, an Iron Age fort-turned-royal stronghold, rounds out the itinerary if time allows. Groups of up to six travel together; hotel collection and return included.

Skip-the-line London Westminster Abbey and City of Westminster Kid-Friendly Tour

Your Blue Badge guide meets you outside Westminster Abbey and whisks you straight past ticket queues into this thousand-year-old church. Over 2.5 hours, your guide shapes the tour around what captivates your family—whether that's royal tombs, medieval stonework or the stories of coronations past. After exploring the Abbey's interior, you'll walk the Westminster neighbourhood to spot Parliament, Big Ben and St. James Park from the outside, building a fuller picture of London's political and spiritual heart.

Victoria and Albert Museum

A guided 2.5-hour tour through the Victoria and Albert Museum's global collection, spanning decorative arts, weaponry, and fine art across multiple centuries and continents. Your guide highlights Japanese metalwork and lacquerware, Renaissance paintings by Raphael, ornate furniture including a bed with Shakespearean connections, neoclassical sculpture by Canova, and contemporary glass installations. The museum's breadth means there's genuine substance regardless of your interests. All fees included.

Private Transfers London Heathrow to Southampton Cruise Terminal via Stonehenge

A five-hour private transfer from London Heathrow to Southampton Cruise Terminal with a detour to Stonehenge. You'll travel in a recent-model Mercedes with a professional driver, leaving you to relax or work en route. The service prioritises punctuality and comfort, handling all logistics so you arrive refreshed and on schedule for embarkation.

South Bank (London Bridge) Walking Tour & Enter The Tower of London

A 3-hour guided exploration of London's South Bank and the Tower of London, starting with a 2-hour walk past 15 landmarks including Tower Bridge, The Shard, The Globe Theatre and St Paul's Cathedral, followed by entry to the Tower of London. Discover nearly 1,000 years of royal history, handle the Crown Jewels up close, and opt for a separate Beefeater-led tour of the fortress's interior, included with your ticket.

3 hoursfrom AUD $189

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