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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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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Fort William and Glencoe Tour

A private 10-hour loop through the Scottish Highlands, departing Fort William at 8:30am. Your driver-guide navigates Urquhart Castle, Invermoriston Falls, and Glencoe's dramatic Three Sisters landscape before returning to Fort William for lunch. The afternoon includes the Glenfinnan Viaduct viewpoint and a final stop at Loch Ness's Dores Beach. You'll be back by early evening, having covered some of Scotland's most photographed terrain without fighting crowds.

10 hoursfrom AUD $552

★ 5.0 (5)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Highland Lochs & Castle Tours

A 10-hour Highland tour through Scotland's most dramatic terrain, combining castle visits with loch and glen scenery. You'll travel by private vehicle through a landscape of steep-sided valleys, deep water basins, and stone fortifications that shaped the region's history. The route passes through remote villages and stops at significant historic sites, though some admission fees are separate. Bottled water is provided throughout the day.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1835

★ 5.0 (5)

✈️ Transfers

United Kingdom

Private Port Arrival Transfer Southampton Cruise Terminals to Gatwick Airport

Door-to-door private car service whisking you from Southampton cruise terminals straight to Gatwick Airport or your hotel. Choose your departure time, skip the queues, and travel in a dedicated vehicle sized for your group. A driver meets you at the terminal with your name on a board, loads your luggage, and handles the route while you relax. All taxes and fees are bundled in; tip separately if you wish.

Private Birmingham Ghosts and Gallows Walking Tour

Trace Birmingham's violent underbelly on this 90-minute private walk through the city's most notorious chapters. Your guide reveals the execution sites, criminal syndicates, and documented hauntings that shaped this industrial powerhouse. From Tudor-era gallows to twentieth-century gang territory, you'll discover how brutality and disorder left permanent marks on Birmingham's streetscape and collective memory.

1h 30mfrom AUD $261

Highland Mystique and Hogwarts Private Journey from Inverness

★ 5.0 (5)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Highland Mystique and Hogwarts Private Journey from Inverness

This 12-hour private tour from Inverness weaves together Highland history, landscape, and film culture. You'll explore Urquhart Castle's ruins, witness the Glenfinnan Viaduct (famous from Harry Potter), and visit Loch Ness with a local guide driving. The route takes in Fort William, Mallaig, and Falls of Foyers, moving between dramatic valleys and coastal villages. Expect a full day of Scottish scenery paired with tangible history and cinematic landmarks.

12 hoursfrom AUD $3707

Newcastle Upon Tyne Private Historic Pub Tour With Free Drinks!

★ 5.0 (5)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Newcastle Upon Tyne Private Historic Pub Tour With Free Drinks!

Explore Newcastle's most characterful pubs while learning the city's layered past on this four-to-five-hour guided walk. Your guide steers you through Georgian streets, hidden alleyways and the city centre, revealing stories behind five distinctive drinking establishments—each with its own architectural and social heritage. You'll spot landmarks including the castle and cathedral en route. A drink at each stop is included, offering a genuine taste of local hospitality rather than a surface-level crawl.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $241

Full Day Private Luxury Tour of Causeway Coast (Giants Causeway)

★ 5.0 (5)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Full Day Private Luxury Tour of Causeway Coast (Giants Causeway)

Explore Northern Ireland's dramatic Causeway Coast in a private nine-hour tour with up to six fellow travellers. Your driver shares local knowledge whilst GPS-triggered audio commentary provides historical detail and context as you pass Giants Causeway, Carrick-A-Rede, and Bushmills. You set the pace—linger where you like, skip what doesn't appeal. Air-conditioned vehicle, onboard WiFi, and bottled water included. Lunch is your choice from local spots along the route.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1159

Private Car Chauffeur Service Transfer Heathrow Airport to London

★ 5.0 (5)

✈️ Transfers

United Kingdom

Private Car Chauffeur Service Transfer Heathrow Airport to London

Collect you from Heathrow with a professional driver in a premium vehicle, handling the journey into London without the usual airport hassle. The service includes 60 minutes of meet-and-greet time, onboard WiFi, and water. Whether you're heading into the city after a flight or need a reliable return trip, you travel in a properly insured, licensed car with a driver who knows the routes—no waiting for shuttles or navigating public transport when you're already worn out.

25 min – 1h 30mfrom AUD $782

Isle of Skye, Highlands and Islands Tour from Glasgow - 7 Days

★ 5.0 (5)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Isle of Skye, Highlands and Islands Tour from Glasgow - 7 Days

A seven-day small-group circuit (maximum 16 travellers) linking Glasgow to the Scottish Highlands and islands via coach, boat and foot. You'll traverse Loch Lomond and Glencoe, cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct, explore Skye's geological oddities—the Old Man of Storr, Quiraing, Fairy Pools—then ferry to the Outer Hebrides, visiting Lewis's Iron Age settlements and standing stones. The return leg cuts through Ullapool and Loch Ness to Inverness and Culloden before heading south to Edinburgh.

Manchester Food Tour with Full Meal and Drinks by Do Eat Better

Walk through Manchester's Gay Village and Northern Quarter on a 3.5-hour guided tour stopping at four local venues for a progressive meal. Your guide, a passionate local, shares the stories behind each neighbourhood's creative resilience whilst you sample everything from traditional British cooking to global street food. By the end, you'll have eaten the equivalent of a proper meal across multiple stops, plus at least one drink included. This isn't a quick tasting—it's a proper feed that doubles as a cultural conversation.

3 hours – 3h 30mfrom AUD $182

Henley Wine Tour: Explore 3 Boutique Vineyards with Lunch

★ 5.0 (5)

🍜 Food & Cooking

United Kingdom

Henley Wine Tour: Explore 3 Boutique Vineyards with Lunch

Visit three independent vineyards around Henley-on-Thames over six and a half hours, tasting their outputs directly from the makers. You'll be collected from either Twyford Railway Station or central Henley, guided through the winemaking craft at each stop, and served lunch with wine pairings chosen from sixteen options. This is a working tour—expect to learn how small-scale English viticulture actually happens, not theatre.

Visite privée Westminster & Buckingham, le cœur du royaume

A private guided walk through Westminster reveals the political and royal nerve centre of Britain. Over 2–3 hours, you'll visit the key sites—Parliament, Buckingham Palace, Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, St James's Palace—with a French-speaking guide leading you through centuries of monarchs, statesmen, and pivotal moments. This tour offers the intimacy of private access at group-tour pricing, perfect for those wanting detailed context without the crowds.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $83

Medieval London Walking Tour Oxford PhD Historian Guide

★ 5.0 (5)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Medieval London Walking Tour Oxford PhD Historian Guide

Walk through medieval London with Dr Geoff, an Oxford-trained historian specialising in England's medieval churches, castles and court intrigue. Over two and a half hours, he unpicks the stories behind the city's oldest standing structures—why they were built, who commissioned them, how they shaped power and faith. You'll learn about the Knights Templar's influence, the reigns that left their mark on the capital, and the architectural choices that reveal the ambitions of the people who made them. All venue entry included.

Heathrow Airport Transfer

A professional chauffeur meets you at Heathrow arrivals with a name board, having tracked your flight for punctual pickup. Your smartly dressed driver navigates London's roads whilst you relax in a comfortable vehicle, with real-time flight monitoring ensuring the service adapts to delays or early landings. Bottled water is provided. The 10-hour service covers airport collection and onward travel, suitable for business travellers, families with infants, and anyone preferring not to wrestle with public transport after landing.

10 hoursfrom AUD $502

Fully Guided History Tour of The City of Brighton

★ 5.0 (5)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Fully Guided History Tour of The City of Brighton

A 10-hour private exploration of Brighton's seaside character with a knowledgeable local guide. This tour navigates the city's Victorian heritage, bohemian culture, and coastal landmarks from a comfortable minivan, with hotel or port collection included. Your guide curates stops at landmarks, independent shops, and local eateries, handling photo duties and revealing lesser-known vantage points that capture Brighton's personality. Complimentary water and device charging keep you mobile throughout the day.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1448

Private or Shared National Gallery Tour with PhD Art Historian

★ 5.0 (5)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Private or Shared National Gallery Tour with PhD Art Historian

A 3-hour guided tour of London's National Gallery led by a PhD art historian, available as a small group (max 5) or private one-to-one session. Explore European masterworks from the Renaissance through Impressionism, understanding the symbolism and stories behind paintings by artists including Botticelli, Leonardo, Caravaggio, Turner and Monet. Skip-the-line entry and access to temporary exhibitions included. Ideal for those wanting deeper engagement with the collection than a standard visit allows.

Camden Market & Southbank Cycle Food Tour

Pedal through Camden Market and Southbank on a four-hour food tour led by local enthusiasts. You'll cover roughly 5km across London's most vibrant neighbourhoods, stopping at independent vendors and established spots to taste everything from halloumi fries to truffle mac & cheese. The route showcases the city's culinary range—expect burgers, fish & chips, ice cream, and dishes that reflect London's diverse food culture. Vegetarians and those with dietary requirements are fully accommodated. If weather deteriorates, the guide switches seamlessly to walking and public transport so the tasting itinerary stays intact.

Secrets of Soho: Hidden Stories, Legends & Chinatown Flavours

This 4-hour walking tour unpacks four centuries of Soho history, from the streets where Casanova fled to the venues where Amy Winehouse and David Bowie launched their careers. You'll stand at the sites of pivotal moments—Jimi Hendrix's final gig, the church where condemned prisoners took last drinks—then cross into Chinatown for curated Asian street food tastings that anchor the neighbourhood's living culture. Most visitors miss these layers entirely.

4 hoursfrom AUD $133

★ 5.0 (5)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

London Hidden Gardens Taxi Tour

Explore London's secret green spaces over four hours in a private taxi with David, a knowledgeable local guide. This intimate tour whisks groups up to six people between tucked-away gardens across the city, stopping whenever you wish to photograph or linger. David weaves together the historical threads and local stories connected to each location, offering insight into corners most visitors never discover.

A Fairytale Christmas Day with Food and Christmas Concert

A three-hour festive circuit through London's yuletide hotspots, combining seasonal markets, seasonal drink, and carol singing in a historic church. You'll wander past decorated trees, sip warming mulled wine, and hear traditional Christmas music performed in an old parish church. Along the way, a guide shares stories of how Christmas has been celebrated across centuries—from Stuart-era superstitions to Victorian tree-trimming customs—and reveals the customs we've inherited.

Private Half-Day Tour of Hampton Court

This 4.5-hour private tour uncovers Hampton Court's layered past, from Cardinal Wolsey's power base through Henry VIII's tumultuous reign to William III's Baroque reimagining. You'll navigate the Tudor core—including the vast medieval Great Hall and the Haunted Gallery where Anne Boleyn's spectre allegedly lingers—before crossing into the 17th-century palace wing inspired by Versailles. The itinerary also covers the famous hedge maze and England's first real tennis court, with a comfortable return to your hotel.

Shoreditch Street Art Private Photography Tour including Brick Lane

Explore Shoreditch and Brick Lane's vibrant street art scene with a professional fine artist and photographer who reveals hidden corners and technical insights. This four-hour private tour takes you past works by Roa, Eine, Stik, Dale Grimshaw and Shepard Fairey, with expert guidance on composition, light and camera settings tailored to your equipment—whether smartphone, compact or DSLR. You'll develop your eye for urban photography whilst capturing gallery-quality images of East London's most compelling walls and vintage shop fronts.

Private Transfers From Southampton to Heathrow Airport or Central London

A dedicated chauffeur collects you from Southampton and drives you directly to Heathrow Airport or central London in a late-model Mercedes. The journey takes roughly 60–80 minutes depending on traffic and your destination. Your driver handles navigation and parking whilst you settle in with complimentary WiFi, chilled water, and climate control. The fare is fixed upfront with no hidden charges, and gratuity is included.

1 hour – 1h 20mfrom AUD $811

★ 5.0 (5)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Shakespeare Promenade

An actor-led walking tour tracing Shakespeare's London from the Globe Theatre to its theatrical origins in Shoreditch. Over two hours, your guide performs period speeches at key sites whilst explaining how Renaissance playhouses shaped British theatre. The route crosses the Barbican estate, passes Tallow Chandlers Hall, and offers views of the reconstructed Globe from the north bank. You'll encounter Elizabethan history, street art, and the Royal Shakespeare Company's home base, with a 20-minute rest at the Barbican Arts Centre included.

2 hoursfrom AUD $33

Private Tour: Photography Walking Tour from Trafalgar Square to Covent Garden

★ 5.0 (5)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Private Tour: Photography Walking Tour from Trafalgar Square to Covent Garden

Walk from Trafalgar Square through Chinatown and into Covent Garden with a practising Fine Art photographer who teaches you to compose stronger images. Over four hours, you'll work through real London scenes—from traditional facades to street performers and market energy—whilst receiving one-to-one feedback on your camera technique. The guide adjusts teaching to your skill level and equipment, whether you're shooting on a DSLR or phone. You'll leave with improved compositional eye and a stronger sense of how to extract better shots from any camera.

Greenwich Fan-Making Craft Tour

Spend six-and-a-half hours learning traditional fan-making on London's Greenwich Peninsula with Victoria Ajoku, a professional craftsperson and art therapist. The day blends a guided walk through the area's design landmarks and public art with hands-on instruction in this rare British heritage craft. You'll construct your own fan from scratch using provided materials, then take it home alongside a included lunch at a local restaurant.

Private British Museum Tour with Expert Historian Guide

A private 2.5-hour guided tour through the British Museum with a specialist historian who shapes the experience around your interests. You'll navigate from Ancient Egypt's mummies and the Rosetta Stone through Greek sculpture, Roman treasures, and pre-Columbian artefacts at a comfortable pace—no queuing, no crowds, just you, your guide, and humanity's greatest hits. The historian reveals context and stories that transform objects into windows onto vanished civilisations.

Jack the Ripper Small-Group Tour: Dark Secrets of Whitechapel

A two-hour guided walk through Whitechapel's narrow streets, tracing the locations of the 1888 murders attributed to Jack the Ripper. Your expert guide reveals the gritty reality of Victorian East End life, separating documented facts from folklore and examining the cases that baffled Scotland Yard. Small groups mean genuine conversation and the chance to ask questions about London's most notorious unsolved crimes.

2 hoursfrom AUD $42

London - Private Photoshoot with a Top-Rated Local Photographer

★ 5.0 (5)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

London - Private Photoshoot with a Top-Rated Local Photographer

Capture your London moments with a seasoned local photographer during a private one-hour session. A professional will meet you at your chosen time and location, guide you through posing, and deliver 20–65 edited high-resolution images within five days. The photographer is matched to your style preferences beforehand, and a pre-shoot conversation ensures the shots reflect your vision—whether solo portraits, couple shoots, or small group photos.

1 hourfrom AUD $467

See 30 London Sights & Visit The London Dungeon!

★ 5.0 (5)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

See 30 London Sights & Visit The London Dungeon!

A six-hour walking tour covering 30 of London's most recognisable landmarks across Westminster and the South Bank, finishing with entry to the London Dungeon. Starting in Green Park, you'll navigate past royal palaces, parliamentary buildings, and historic bridges with a knowledgeable local guide before descending into one of the city's most notorious attractions. The route combines iconic sightseeing with theatre, culminating in a deliberately unsettling final chapter.

Private London Gin History Tour with Tastings

A 2.5-hour private walking tour through London's West End that traces gin's evolution from 17th-century Dutch remedy to the spirit that shaped the city's culture. Your guide navigates Seven Dials and Covent Garden, revealing how gin fuelled theatrical bohemia, Victorian excess, and literary escapades. You'll taste four distinct gins at characterful bars and former gin palaces, each stop anchored to a specific chapter of London's spirited past.

2h 30mfrom AUD $342

The View from Shard with River Thames Cruise Tour Experience

★ 5.0 (5)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

The View from Shard with River Thames Cruise Tour Experience

Ascend the Shard's 72nd-floor observation deck for unobstructed views across London, then drift downriver on the Thames to Greenwich. The 4–5 hour experience pairs the capital's tallest building with a waterborne perspective of its landmarks. Multimedia displays inside the Shard chart London's evolution, while the open-air platform delivers 360-degree vistas. The cruise departs from Westminster, passing iconic bridges and monuments before arriving at Greenwich, where the Cutty Sark, Royal Observatory, and Market lie within walking distance.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $135

★ 5.0 (5)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Private London Photoshoot

A professional photographer guides you through London's landmark districts, capturing candid portraits at Westminster, Parliament, the Eye, and Horse Guards (1.5 hours) or expanding to Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, and Piccadilly Circus (2.5 hours). Alternative routes feature the Tower, Tower Bridge, and St Paul's. You'll receive 45–70 retouched high-resolution images within two days, whether you're solo, paired up, or travelling as a group.

Changing of the Guard Walking Tour in London

Witness the pageantry of London's Changing of the Guard with an expert guide who positions you at vantage points away from the main crowds. Over two and a half hours, you'll walk past Wellington Barracks, St James's Palace, and Horse Guards Parade, learning how this centuries-old ceremony reflects British royal tradition. See the Household Cavalry up close, photograph key palaces, and gain insights a standard sightseeing tour won't deliver. Small group sizes keep the experience personal and unhurried.

London Creative Photography Tour

A three-hour private walking tour through London for small groups (up to four people) combining sightseeing with hands-on photography instruction. You'll explore both iconic landmarks and overlooked street scenes whilst learning to shoot in manual and semi-automatic modes. No prior experience needed—just bring a charged camera or smartphone and a willingness to see the city differently. The guide covers fundamental photographic principles and how to extract maximum potential from your equipment.

St Pancras International Station Chauffeur/ Taxi - Central London

Private chauffeur service from St Pancras International Station to central London destinations, covering the 1–2 hour journey with dedicated door-to-door transport. Your driver handles luggage and navigation while you settle in. The vehicle offers air conditioning, complimentary WiFi, and bottled water. Award-winning operators focus on reliability and passenger comfort, accommodating families, wheelchair users, and those with service animals. Beats the rush of black cabs and shared minicabs.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $232

The Cotswolds Private Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick up

★ 5.0 (5)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

The Cotswolds Private Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick up

Discover the Cotswolds' stone villages and rolling countryside from a private black cab, departing from your Central London hotel. This 10-hour tour lets you set the pace—whether that's sketching in Bibury, wandering Burford's medieval lanes, or stopping for lunch at a village pub. Your driver navigates the narrow lanes while you take in honey-coloured cottages and open farmland. The cab holds up to six passengers and is fully wheelchair accessible, making it a flexible alternative to coach tours.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1927

The Wizarding World of Westminster Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (5)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

The Wizarding World of Westminster Walking Tour

Discover where the Harry Potter films came alive across Westminster's streets and squares. This 90-minute walking tour traces the real locations that inspired the wizarding world, from the Ministry of Magic's entrance on Great Scotland Yard to Westminster Station where Harry caught the Tube. You'll follow the route of the Knight Bus across Westminster Bridge, explore Whitehall and Downing Street, and learn how film production wove fantasy into London's political heartland. A local guide reveals the clever ways filmmakers disguised Muggle landmarks as magical sites.

Londons Natural History Museum

A guided 2.5-hour tour through London's Natural History Museum, revealing 80 million specimens across key galleries. Your guide steers you toward standout pieces: Sophie the Stegosaurus, the preserved Dodo, and Archaeopteryx—a crucial fossil bridging dinosaurs and modern birds. You'll examine a cross-section of Giant Sequoia, plaster casts documenting Pompeii's final moments, and a collection of gemstones alongside rocks retrieved from the Moon and Mars. The route balances depth with accessibility, ideal for those wanting curatorial insight without wandering aimlessly.

Heathrow Airport Taxi To Or From Central London Private Transfers

Direct car service between Heathrow Airport and Central London for up to three passengers. Your driver meets you at the terminal and handles the journey in a private sedan, typically taking 30 minutes to an hour depending on traffic. The vehicle includes onboard wifi so you can stay connected en route. This removes the hassle of navigating public transport with luggage, making it a straightforward door-to-door option after landing or before departure.

30 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $251

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