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.

Belfast Peace Walls & Titanic Museum Tour – Private Experience
Travel through Belfast's defining landmarks on a private eight-hour tour that connects the city's political divisions with its maritime heritage. Your driver navigates you past the towering Peace Walls—physical reminders of sectarian conflict—before heading to Titanic Belfast, where the ship's construction, launch, and wreck unfold across six galleries. You'll also visit City Hall and Stormont, exploring how architecture reflects Northern Ireland's governance and identity. This isn't a rushed hop-on commentary; instead, you get space to absorb each location's weight and complexity from a vehicle where conversation flows naturally.

Tonys Tartan Tours Best Day Trip in the Inverness Area
An 8-hour guided tour of the Inverness area led by a former British Army veteran with over 25 years' service in a Scottish Highland Regiment. Your guide arrives in traditional kilt or full Jacobite dress and navigates you through Highland landscapes while sharing accounts of regional monsters, legends, clan battles, castles and notable figures. Expect an immersive storytelling experience paired with scenic exploration. Minimum group size of two applies; private itineraries can be arranged by prior arrangement.

All Creatures Sereis Filming Location Tour Yorkshire Dales
Explore the Yorkshire Dales in a private Mercedes with a seasoned guide who knows the All Creatures Great and Small filming locations intimately. This eight to nine-hour tour takes you through rolling moorland, stone villages, and valleys that doubled as the fictional Darrowby. Your guide prioritises your comfort and pace, stopping where the light hits best and the views demand lingering. Refreshments, snacks and chocolate are provided throughout. Lunch is your own affair.

Outlander Odyssey: Outlander Filming Locations Private Day Tour
Explore Scottish castles and palaces that doubled as settings for Outlander, Game of Thrones and other major productions. This eight-hour private tour visits Midhope Castle (Lallybroch), Blackness Castle, Doune Castle, and Falkland Palace with a knowledgeable local guide. Travel in a comfortable Mercedes minivan with door-to-door pickup, and adjust the route to match your preferences—whether you're chasing Outlander scenes or other film locations across the Lowlands.

Private Transfer: Central London to Harry Potter Warner Bros Studio in Leavesden
Door-to-door private vehicle service whisking you from central London hotels to Warner Bros. Studio Leavesden. Your professional driver collects you at a time matched to your studio admission slot and delivers you straight to the entrance. The 45-minute journey is yours alone—no shared rides, no group stops. Studio entry tickets are separate; arrange those directly with Warner Bros. before booking your transfer.

London to Southampton Private Transfer Service
Skip the hassle of London transport and arrive at Southampton on your schedule. This private transfer whisks you from your accommodation—hotel, flat, or Airbnb—directly to Southampton Port or your hotel, with a professional driver handling the route. Choose from sedans for pairs, minivans for small groups, or spacious vans for larger parties. Available round the clock, year-round, the service covers central and east London postcodes, with journeys typically taking 2 to 2 hours 40 minutes depending on your starting point.

3-Day Lake District Explorer Small-Group Tour from Manchester
Discover England's highest peaks, deepest waters and richest literary heritage on this three-day Lake District exploration from Manchester. Stay two nights in the heart of the region, cruise Lake Windermere's celebrated waters, and walk through market towns steeped in Romantic-era history. Your small group travels by comfortable minibus with a knowledgeable guide, visiting Wordsworth's former home and absorbing the landscape that inspired generations of writers. Suitable for all fitness levels.

Heathrow Airport to Central London Private Transfers
Skip the airport hassle with a private car waiting at Heathrow's arrivals hall. Your driver tracks your flight in real time, adjusting pickup timing if you're delayed, and greets you by name. Choose from saloon cars, SUVs, or minibuses depending on group size, then settle in for a straightforward ride into central London. Child seats fit infants and toddlers; WiFi and bottled water come included. The entire journey takes 30 minutes or less depending on traffic.

Bath - (4 hours) Extended Walking Tour - Blue Badge guide
A four-hour guided walk through Bath led by a Blue Badge guide—Britain's most rigorous tourist qualification. You'll explore the Georgian terraces, hidden gardens like Victoria Park, and the Pulteney Estate beyond the usual circuit. Your guide contextualises Bath within British history and geography, breaking up the walk with a coffee stop. The pace is deliberately unhurried, designed for genuine understanding rather than box-ticking. Roman Baths and Bath Abbey entries can be arranged in advance for an extra fee, with your guide providing interpretation inside.

Bath: Guided Walking Tour with Beer Tastings
Walk through Bath's brewing landscape with a knowledgeable brewer over two hours, stopping at five independent pubs for curated tastings. Sample diverse styles—crisp IPAs, robust stouts, and more—whilst discovering the city's brewing lineage and craft beer resurgence. Blends local pub character with practical knowledge of how beer is made, appealing equally to those with a taste for good beer and an ear for history.

Guided Walking Tour in London
A three to four-hour guided walk through London that connects famous landmarks with lesser-known corners, unpacking the stories behind each stop. A local guide leads you through centuries of history, from medieval streets to Georgian townhouses and Victorian engineering, revealing how London's past shaped its present character. Best suited to first-time visitors or those wanting a structured narrative of the city's evolution rather than a rushed checklist.

York Full Tour in Spanish
Walk through York with a Spanish-speaking guide and discover nearly two millennia of history layered across Yorkshire's finest medieval city. Founded by Romans in 71 AD and shaped by Vikings, Saxons and Normans, York reveals itself through Gothic architecture, castle ruins, intact city walls and Georgian terraces. You'll ascend the defensive wall for panoramic views and explore cobbled streets barely changed in six centuries. Three hours covers the essential landmarks without museum tickets—enough to understand why York remains one of England's most visually compelling cities.

Beaumaris half day tour from Llandudno and Conwy
A four-hour guided excursion from Llandudno or Conwy into Anglesey's quieter corners, unreachable by coach tours. Your local guide navigates smaller roads while sharing the area's layered history and Welsh cultural context. The itinerary centres on Beaumaris—time to explore the castle, browse independent shops, or grab refreshment—before returning via Aber Falls distillery for gin and whiskey tastings. Groups stay under eight people, ensuring genuine conversation rather than herded tourism.

Inverness Outlander Tour
This seven-hour tour traces Season 1 filming locations across the Scottish Highlands, connecting you with the actual landscapes that inspired the narrative. Rather than relying on reconstructed museums, you'll visit authentic historical sites tied to the story's roots, including Urquhart Castle and the Culloden Battlefield. A dram at Singleton distillery anchors the experience in local whisky tradition. The itinerary balances storytelling with genuine Highland geography, offering context beyond the screen.

Sherlock Holmes Private Guided Tour - BBC Series & Traditional Locations
Explore London's Sherlock Holmes landmarks across three-and-a-half hours with a devoted guide who tailors the route to your preference. Visit locations that inspired Conan Doyle's original stories, sets from the BBC series with Cumberbatch and Freeman, and sites connected to Arthur Conan Doyle himself. Your guide collects you from your accommodation and walks you through the city at your own pace, weaving together literary history, television production, and London's detective heritage.

Heathrow Airport to and from Central London - Private Transfer
Skip the airport queue chaos with a private car to or from Heathrow, tailored entirely to your flight. Your driver tracks your plane in real time and meets you at arrivals with a name board, handling luggage and navigating straight to your Central London address. Travel with your group in an air-conditioned vehicle at your own pace, without timetable pressure or crowded platforms. A 75-minute grace period after landing gives you breathing room to clear security and collect bags.

London with Brazilian Guide Tower Borough Market and St Paul
A 3–4 hour guided walk through London's south bank led by a Brazilian guide with deep local knowledge. You'll navigate from the Tower of London and Tower Bridge through Southwark Cathedral, Borough Market's food stalls, Shakespeare's Globe, and Tate Modern, finishing at St Paul's Cathedral. The guide brings enthusiasm and cultural perspective to London's layered architecture and street life, moving at a pace that suits walkers with moderate fitness.

Instagrammable photos in Notting Hill
Work with experienced photographers to capture polished portraits across Notting Hill's most photogenic streets. This 90-minute session pairs professional guidance with your choice of backdrops, yielding 20–30 edited images within a week. The team has shot for major brands and travelled to 40+ countries; they'll coach you through posing, handle all technical details, and deliver around 120 raw frames within 24 hours. Outfit changes welcome at nearby cafés.

London with Brazilian Guide Buckingham Palace and Big Ben
A 3–4 hour walking tour of central London's iconic landmarks led by a Brazilian guide who brings an outsider's perspective to familiar sights. You'll see Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament, and the Thames. Rather than rattling off dates, your guide weaves connections between historical moments and contemporary London, offering observations that residents themselves often miss. Expect a conversational pace that balances storytelling with genuine curiosity about how the city works.

2 Day Stonehenge and Bath Tour with Overnight Stay in Bath
A two-day private tour exploring two of England's most significant archaeological and architectural sites. You'll be collected from Southampton and driven to Bath for an overnight stay, then guided through the Roman Baths and Georgian streets by someone who grew up there, before heading to Stonehenge on day two. Admission to both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, private transport, and onward transfer are included; you arrange your own accommodation in Bath.

Private Tour Beatrix Potter's Favourite Lakeland Countryside
Explore the Lake District landscapes that inspired Beatrix Potter's beloved tales on this five-hour private tour. Travelling in a comfortable 16-seater Mercedes Sprinter, your knowledgeable guide leads you through valleys, forests and beauty spots that shaped the author's imagination. Small groups enjoy an intimate experience with multiple stops for photography and live commentary throughout the journey. Lunch and refreshments are available in Hawkshead village.

Private Full-Day Tour: London to Cotswolds, Bath & Stonehenge
A twelve-hour private drive connecting three of England's most distinctive destinations: the honey-coloured villages of the Cotswolds, the Georgian architecture of Bath, and the prehistoric monument at Stonehenge. Your own vehicle and driver collect you from your hotel and return you at day's end, leaving the route and timing entirely in your hands. Stop where you wish, linger as long as you need, and skip what doesn't appeal. Bottled water, WiFi, and air conditioning keep you comfortable throughout.

Central Highlands lochs Stirling Whisky private driving
This eight to nine-hour private tour departs Edinburgh to explore the Central Highlands, combining castle visits with whisky tasting. You'll travel through scenic lochs and historic estates including Midhope Castle (recognisable from Outlander), Blackness Castle's fortified walls, and Linlithgow Palace's former royal chambers. The route peaks at Loch Venachar's expansive views before concluding at Deanston Distillery, where you sample single malts with expert commentary. A professional driver guides the journey in a climate-controlled vehicle, handling all logistics so you focus on the landscape and heritage.

Meet the Author Liverpool Private Walking Tour - free signed Book
Walk Liverpool's quieter streets with the author of Hidden Liverpool Walks, your guide for 90 minutes. You'll navigate a route of your choosing from a curated selection—each designed to reveal overlooked corners of the city, from tucked-away parks and Victorian terraces to former industrial quarters. Take home a signed copy of the book as your record of the walk.

Cliffs and Rocks of the North
This five-hour geological tour across Shetland's northwestern mainland reveals rock formations spanning nearly three billion years of Earth's history. You'll travel through a UNESCO Geopark, examining Lewisian Gneiss—amongst Europe's oldest stone—alongside dramatic Atlantic-carved cliffs and the volcanic remnants of Eshaness. The route takes in Ronas Hill's rust-coloured granite, a museum housed in a 17th-century laird's residence, and concludes with lunch before returning to Lerwick.

One Way Taxi Transfer from Heathrow Airport to City Airport
Direct private car service whisking you from Heathrow's terminals to City Airport in roughly 90 minutes. Your driver meets you inside arrivals, tracks your flight in real time, and adjusts for any delays. You get a full hour's free wait after landing—handy if baggage takes time—then it's a smooth, air-conditioned ride across London. Water included, all costs upfront.

Private Edinburgh Tour for Families with a Local, 100% Personalized
A four-hour walking tour of Edinburgh matched to your family's interests through a questionnaire system. Your assigned local host customises the route based on your preferences, whether that means poking around Old Town's narrow lanes, climbing to the castle, testing yourselves at the World of Illusions, or hunting out neighbourhoods and eateries that genuinely appeal to your group. The itinerary stays flexible throughout—change direction on the fly if something catches your eye.

Bristol private pub hopping and sightseeing with local guide
Discover Bristol's riverside character and literary heritage across 2–3 hours with a knowledgeable local guide. Visit independent pubs scattered through the city centre, each serving locally brewed ales and your chosen drink, included in the price. Stop at landmarks including the Cascade Steps, Harbour, the Llandoger Trow (where Daniel Defoe gathered material for Robinson Crusoe), Theatre Royal, Saint Nicholas Market, and Britain's tiniest pub. A walking tour that pairs Bristol's architectural layers with its pub culture.

Private Outlander Tour - with Urquhart Castle Option
Explore the Highland landscapes that inspired the Outlander novels and television series on this privately guided seven to eight-hour tour. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to authentic Jacobite strongholds and filming locations across Scotland's north, with flexibility built into every element. Your driver adapts the itinerary to your interests, pace and preferences, handling logistics whilst you focus on the scenery and stories. Complimentary water and WiFi are provided throughout.

London Market Food Experience Tailored to Your Tastes
Walk through London's best food markets with a local guide who tailors the route to your tastes. Over three hours, you'll taste from independent producers, heritage bakeries, and artisan vendors across 2–3 stops, sampling 6–8 items plus a drink. Fill out a pre-tour questionnaire so your guide builds an itinerary matching what you actually want to eat, not a generic trail. You'll navigate neighbourhood lanes on foot, picking up snacks and stories from people who know their patch.

Oxford food and sightseeing tour
Walk through Oxford's university quarters whilst stopping at independent food and drink vendors—a cheese monger, artisan gelateria, craft brewery, and international food market stalls. Your guide funds 4–5 tastings and narrates the colleges you pass, sometimes arranging entry to a college chapel or film location (like the Divinity School from Harry Potter). This 2–3 hour ramble trades sit-down service for street-style grazing amongst Oxford's spires.

E-Bike excursions from Wareham, Dorset
Explore Dorset's countryside and hidden corners on a guided e-bike tour from Wareham, lasting three and a half hours. Riding Cube hardtail electric mountain bikes lets you cover substantial ground with minimal physical strain, accessing tracks and paths off-limits to cars. Your guide steers you through landscapes and local spots you'd struggle to reach on foot or standard bicycle. The route includes an optional break at a countryside pub with views; bring money if you'd like refreshments.

New Forest Day Out Private Tour from Southampton
A private four-hour exploration of the New Forest departing from Southampton, where an experienced driver navigates you through the region's highlights in a comfortable Mercedes. Fourteen years in operation, the team prioritises flexibility—suggest detours or specific spots and they'll adjust the itinerary accordingly. Climate-controlled transport, on-board WiFi and complimentary water keep you comfortable throughout.

London’s Most Entertaining Tour: Magic, History and Laughter
A two-hour London tour placing you at the centre of royal pageantry, military drills and political intrigue along one of Britain's most storied thoroughfares. Rather than viewing from afar, you're positioned where the action unfolds—catching the atmosphere of live ceremonial moments on selected days. Your guide unpicks the layers of history with sharp storytelling and precise timing, then steers the group toward a proper pub to decompress and digest what you've witnessed.

Private Day Tour: Visit 3 Iconic William Wallace Locations
Trace the life of Scotland's medieval warrior across three crucial sites tied to William Wallace's struggle for independence in the 13th century. This eight-hour private tour begins at his birthplace in Elderslie, moves through Dumbarton Castle where English forces held him captive, and concludes at the towering Wallace Monument near Stirling. Your dedicated guide drives you between locations, sharing battlefield narratives and historical context whilst you examine artefacts including Wallace's own sword and climb 246 steps for panoramic views.

London Boogie Shoes Silent Disco Christmas Tour
Dance through London's West End dressed in festive spirit, following a guide-led route past the city's brightest Christmas installations. Silent disco headphones pipe three separate music channels—pop hits, classics, and festive tracks—so you control the soundtrack whilst strolling past Covent Garden, Regent Street, Trafalgar Square and beyond. The one-hour experience mixes movement with sightseeing, ideal for groups seeking an active rather than stationary celebration. Staff keep energy high with live commentary between songs.

Private Shore Excursion: Edinburgh City and Rosslyn Chapel
This 9-hour private minivan tour covers Edinburgh's layered history and one of Scotland's most intriguing medieval structures. You'll see Edinburgh Castle with its crown jewels, traverse the Royal Mile's narrow closes, explore the Georgian squares of the New Town, and drive past the Scottish Parliament and Arthur's Seat. The journey culminates at Rosslyn Chapel, a 15th-century stone chapel south of the city whose intricate carvings and mysterious symbolism have captivated scholars for centuries.

British Museum Private Tour: Ancient Daemons and Timeless Beauty
Skip the queues and explore the British Museum with a specialist guide who traces how ancient cultures defined beauty across Egyptian, Mesopotamian, Greek, and Roman civilisations. This two-hour private tour for up to six guests moves beyond surface-level sightseeing, revealing the narratives behind treasured artefacts—from tales of love and loss carved into stone to unexpected glimpses into medieval imaginings of sacred history. Your guide unpacks the philosophical shifts in aesthetic ideals across millennia, transforming familiar gallery displays into a coherent journey through human creativity.

Private Stonehenge Heritage Car Tour from Historic Bath
A four-hour private car journey from Bath to Stonehenge, one of Britain's most significant prehistoric sites. Your knowledgeable guide navigates you through rolling countryside, unpacking theories about the monument's construction and the Neolithic culture that built it. You'll explore the standing stones at close range, absorbing the scale and mystery of a structure that has puzzled archaeologists for centuries. Fast-access entry and professional commentary are included, allowing you to move beyond the crowds and engage deeply with this UNESCO-listed landscape.
