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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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🍜 Food & Cooking

United Kingdom

Flavours of Wales : Cardiff Edition

Walk Cardiff's city centre with an Official Wales Tourist Guide to sample the capital's food story. Over three to four hours, you'll taste 8–10 regional dishes and drinks at local spots, stopping at landmarks and tucked-away venues that reveal how Welsh culinary traditions took shape. The route connects food heritage with the streets and buildings that matter to Cardiff's identity.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $172

Barmy Brighton - The History Tour that's FUN!!

★ 5.0 (5)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Barmy Brighton - The History Tour that's FUN!!

A 90-minute walking tour through Brighton's landmarks that reveals the seedier, stranger chapters of the seaside town's past. Your local guide steers you through the city centre, unearthing tales of vice, scandal, and eccentricity that shaped the place. You'll see the Royal Pavilion's exterior and other key sites whilst hearing stories you won't find in guidebooks. History served with dark humour and plenty of surprises.

Cornish Surf Day

Spend a day riding Atlantic swells at Fistral Beach, Cornwall's legendary surf break. You'll start with a two-hour guided lesson, then either refine your technique or unwind with local food. Equipment stays with you throughout the day, so you can catch waves at your own pace. A proper Cornish pasty, ice-cream, and hot drink are included, making this a full coastal experience rather than a quick lesson.

Southampton to London via Attraction of your choice (Stonehenge, Windsor etc)

A private chauffeur service bridging Southampton and London with a customisable stop at a landmark of your choice—Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, or elsewhere. Operates flexibly between 2 and 12 hours, using a Mercedes saloon or larger vehicle as needed. Your driver brings 14 years' road knowledge, air conditioning, WiFi and refreshments included. Book attraction entry separately.

2 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $869

★ 5.0 (5)

🍜 Food & Cooking

United Kingdom

Afternoon Tea and Painting Experience

Spend three hours in a UK studio combining afternoon tea with a painting project. Tuck into finger sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream and jam, and cake whilst you settle in, then pick a wooden or ceramic piece—a duck, vase, trinket box, or animal—and paint it under gentle guidance. All materials supplied. You leave with a finished piece the same afternoon. The space welcomes everyone, including those with mobility needs and families with young children.

Lincoln Private Walking Tour

Explore Lincoln's layered history on this five-hour private walking tour through England's surprisingly overlooked cathedral city. Your guide leads you through Roman foundations, medieval architecture, and Georgian streets at your own pace, stopping at the soaring Cathedral, the Castle (home to one of England's four surviving Magna Cartas), the 12th-century High Bridge, and the timber-framed Guildhall. Entry to all major sites is included. The tour weaves through characterful shopping lanes where independent shops sell Lincolnshire sausages and the city's distinctive plum bread.

3 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $261

Private Tour of Ben Nevis from Fort William

★ 5.0 (5)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

United Kingdom

Private Tour of Ben Nevis from Fort William

Climb Britain's tallest peak with a certified mountain guide who knows every ridge and gully on Ben Nevis. This nine-hour private ascent from Fort William suits fit walkers ready for Scottish highlands terrain. Your guide handles route decisions, pacing, and safety across all weather. The summit rewards effort with views across the Grampians—or teaches you humility in cloud cover, which happens often enough to feel authentic.

Treasures of Orkney: Private Half-Day Tour from Kirkwall

A four-hour private tour exploring Orkney's Neolithic and Bronze Age sites from Kirkwall. Your local guide drives you to Yesnaby's sea cliffs, the Stone Age settlement of Skara Brae, and two ceremonial stone circles—Ring of Brodgar and Standing Stones of Stenness. You'll move at your own pace with expert commentary on each site's archaeological significance and the dramatic landscape that frames them.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1777

4 Hours Rugged Northern Exposure Private Guided Tour from Lerwick

★ 5.0 (5)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

4 Hours Rugged Northern Exposure Private Guided Tour from Lerwick

This four-hour private tour ventures into Shetland's northern reaches, steering through windswept moorland and coastal drama. You'll visit Tangwick Haa Museum to uncover Northmavine's past, stand before the towering Eshaness Cliffs, and wander the harbour-side lanes of Hillswick. A driver handles navigation in a climate-controlled vehicle, leaving you free to absorb the raw granite landscapes and Atlantic light that define this corner of the islands.

4 hoursfrom AUD $1400

★ 5.0 (5)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Bespoke Private Guided Tours

An eight-hour private tour across Orkney's most compelling archaeological and natural landmarks. You'll explore Skara Brae, a 5,000-year-old settlement that stands as Europe's finest prehistoric remains, visit the Italian Chapel—a poignant wartime structure built by prisoners—and walk amongst Neolithic stone circles at the Ring of Brodgar and Standing Stones of Stenness. The day weaves together ancient monuments, UNESCO-listed heritage sites, and dramatic coastal scenery, with a guide who knows these islands intimately. Bottled water and all entry fees are covered.

8 hoursfrom AUD $328

London Westminster with Big Ben private professional photo shoot 60min

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

London Westminster with Big Ben private professional photo shoot 60min

A private one-hour photo session across Westminster's most recognisable landmarks, guided by a London-based professional photographer. You'll pose at the iconic red telephone box, traditional pub, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and aim to capture a red double-decker bus in the frame. The photographer directs posing for natural-looking shots, shares local knowledge about the city, and delivers 20 edited images within five days via an online gallery for easy downloading.

Lampwork Glass Workshop Experience in London

Learn to shape molten glass into wearable art during this two-hour workshop in London. A trained craftsperson walks you through lampworking fundamentals—heating, twisting, and forming—before you design your own piece: a pendant, ring, or sculptural object. You'll work at your own pace with all tools and protective gear supplied. Your finished glass creation comes beautifully packaged and ready to wear or give away.

2 hoursfrom AUD $95

Iconic London Taxi Tour – Private Black Cab Experience

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Iconic London Taxi Tour – Private Black Cab Experience

Explore London from a classic black cab fitted with a panoramic glass roof, piloted by accredited driver-guides with backgrounds in heritage interpretation and law enforcement. This 3–4 hour private tour moves beyond standard sightseeing, weaving together royal heritage, political intrigue and overlooked corners of the city. You'll pass Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, St Paul's Cathedral and Tower Bridge whilst discovering tucked-away lanes and courtyards that guidebooks skip. Stop whenever a view catches your eye, navigate the city on your own schedule, and absorb London's layered history through knowledgeable narration.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $577

London British Museum Treasures Tour with Expert Guide

★ 5.0 (4)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

London British Museum Treasures Tour with Expert Guide

Navigate the British Museum's most significant artefacts with a knowledgeable guide over two hours. You'll examine the Rosetta Stone in the Enlightenment Gallery—the breakthrough that deciphered Egyptian hieroglyphics—before moving through Greek sculptural masterworks from the Parthenon, the moai figure Hoa Hakananai'a from Easter Island, intricately carved medieval Lewis Chessmen, and the Anglo-Saxon burial treasure of Sutton Hoo. Entry is pre-booked, allowing you to skip queues and focus on understanding each piece's historical weight.

2 hoursfrom AUD $338

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Harry Potter's Private London Taxi Tour

Spend eight hours exploring London's landmarks and Harry Potter filming locations from the iconic black cab itself. Your registered guide—a genuine Potter expert—reveals both famous sights and two undisclosed venues with insider film details. This private tour combines classic London sightseeing with wizarding-world geography, all whilst travelling in an air-conditioned taxi with complimentary water and onboard WiFi. Families of all ages welcome.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1408

Private Airport Transfer from Bromley to Heathrow Airport

★ 5.0 (4)

✈️ Transfers

United Kingdom

Private Airport Transfer from Bromley to Heathrow Airport

Door-to-door private transfer from Bromley to Heathrow Airport, taking 1–1.5 hours depending on traffic. Choose from vehicles seating 1–7 passengers, with pricing scaled to match your budget. Your driver tracks your flight, meets you at arrivals, and handles luggage, so you arrive at the terminal without the usual airport-run stress.

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom AUD $207

Secrets of the Square Mile - Small Group Guided Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (4)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Secrets of the Square Mile - Small Group Guided Walking Tour

Explore the Square Mile's layered past with a guide who's lived and worked in these streets. This 2 hour 15 minute walking tour unpicks the City of London's transformation from medieval trading hub to global financial centre, touching on the people and moments that shaped it. Small group size means you'll move at a conversational pace, asking questions as you go.

The Notting Hill, Bridget Jones, Love Actually & Four Weddings Tour of London

Follow the film locations that made romantic comedies iconic across London's most charming corners. This 3-hour walking tour visits key scenes from Bridget Jones, Four Weddings & a Funeral, Notting Hill and Love Actually, starting at Bridget's flat above a Soho pub and finishing at the home where Mark's famous cue-card confession happens. A guide leads the way through neighbourhood streets, across the Thames and via the Underground to reveal how these beloved stories unfolded on actual London backdrops.

Private E-Bike Cycling Tour Destination London

Discover London's layered neighbourhoods and grand parks on this four-hour guided e-bike tour, licensed to operate across the Royal Parks. Route flows south through Little Portugal and the new American Embassy quarter, then crosses the Thames into Kensington and Chelsea. You'll pedal past Battersea Power Station and other key landmarks whilst gaining insider perspective on areas most visitors miss. E-bikes handle the terrain and gradients, leaving you energy to absorb the city's texture.

Tequila Tasting, with Chocolate & Cocktails Pairing Night

Spend 80 minutes in Notting Hill sampling single-origin chocolate from acclaimed estates whilst learning cocktail craftsmanship. You'll taste premium cocoa blindfolded to sharpen your palate, discover chocolate's journey from Mesoamerica to the modern boutique, and master two house cocktails that pair with your samples. Finish with hot chocolate as you sip the third signature drink, weaving together sensory exploration and mixology basics.

1h 20mfrom AUD $97

60-Minute Private Photoshoot Tour near Bigben and London Eye

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

60-Minute Private Photoshoot Tour near Bigben and London Eye

A bespoke 70-minute photography session centred on Westminster's most photogenic landmarks. Your local photographer meets you at Westminster Tube and guides you to Big Ben, the London Eye, Westminster Bridge, the iconic red telephone box and a Routemaster bus—each spot chosen for its frame-worthy potential. Every shot is professionally captured on Canon equipment, then transferred to your phone in full-resolution JPEG within the hour, ready to post or print.

Jack the Ripper Tour

Walk through Whitechapel's fog-laden streets on this 2–3 hour investigation into London's most notorious unsolved murders. Your guide presents verified crime-scene evidence, period correspondence and historical documentation rather than sensationalism, reconstructing the Ripper killings through archival detail and site visits. You'll examine victim profiles, forensic facts and leading theories while standing where the crimes occurred, forming your own judgements on one of history's most elusive criminal cases.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $950

Stonehenge and Bath Private Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick Up

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Stonehenge and Bath Private Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick Up

A 10-hour private black cab tour departing from your London hotel, combining two of England's most significant heritage sites. You'll travel in a spacious, wheelchair-accessible London cab with a driver-guide who provides context on Stonehenge's Neolithic mysteries and Bath's Georgian splendour and Roman heritage. Both locations are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The itinerary allows unhurried exploration without the rush of group tours.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1927

★ 5.0 (4)

✈️ Transfers

United Kingdom

Heathrow Transfers Black Cab

Skip the minicab queue at Heathrow and ride in an iconic London black cab piloted by a driver who's spent years mastering the city's streets and landmarks. Your chauffeur holds a tour guide qualification, so you'll get genuine local insight during your journey to central London. Expect professional service, air conditioning, and a vehicle that's become a symbol of the capital itself.

Notting Hill Walking Tour

Explore Notting Hill's colourful streets and market culture on a two-hour guided walk through one of London's most distinctive neighbourhoods. Your local guide takes you through Portobello Road's bustling antique and food stalls, explaining how Caribbean migration and artistic movements shaped this bohemian hub. You'll discover filming locations, hear tales of the 1960s creative scene, and learn how the area became home to Europe's largest street festival—the Notting Hill Carnival.

Thomas Cromwell’s Wolf Hall Tudor London Walking Tour

Walk the medieval streets where Thomas Cromwell wielded power during Henry VIII's reign. This three-hour guided tour traces the administrator's footsteps through the City of London, uncovering Tudor-era sites linked to Cromwell, Sir Thomas More, the king and Catherine of Aragon. You'll discover fragments of Cromwell's own estate alongside quieter corners of London that most visitors never reach, exploring the historic core where religion and politics collided in the 1530s.

The Magical Boy Wizard Walking Tour of London

Explore London's real-world connections to the boy wizard films on this private 3-hour walking tour. Your guide leads you through actual filming locations and architectural inspirations scattered across central London, from the Victorian pub that inspired the Leaky Cauldron to the streets that became Diagon Alley. Hotel pickup is included, allowing you to step straight into the story without navigating London's transport.

Bridgerton Filming Locations in Bath Private Day Trip from London

Trace the Regency-era streets of Bath where the Netflix hit Bridgerton was filmed. This ten-hour private tour from London follows your guide—a devoted fan of the series—to key locations including Lady Danbury's residence, the Featherington townhouse, Gunter's Tea Shop and other landmarks that doubled as early 1800s London. You'll see how production designers transformed Georgian architecture and cobbled squares into the world of the show, learning which scenes played out where and how the crew dressed period-authentic sets.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1082

Westminster Highlights Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick Up

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Westminster Highlights Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick Up

A private 2-hour tour of Westminster's political and royal heartland, departing from your central London hotel in a traditional black cab. Your knowledgeable driver navigates you past Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, Trafalgar Square and the London Eye, with ample stops for photographs. This is ground-level sightseeing at a measured pace, ideal for those wanting expert local commentary without the coach-tour crowds.

Private Heathrow Airport (LHR) Transfer to or from Central London

Skip the tube queues and minicab stands—book a private driver to whisk you between Heathrow and central London in under an hour. Your chauffeur meets you at arrivals with a nameplate, handles your bags, and takes a pre-planned route tailored to traffic conditions. Choose your vehicle size upfront, pay a fixed rate with no surprises, and arrive refreshed rather than frazzled. TfL-licensed throughout, with full insurance included.

45 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $172

Royal London: Private Half-Day Tour with Horse Guards Parade

★ 5.0 (4)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Royal London: Private Half-Day Tour with Horse Guards Parade

A three-and-a-half-hour private walking tour through Westminster's political heart and royal landmarks. Your guide unpacks the stories behind the Houses of Parliament, navigates you through St James's Park, and times your visit to catch either the Buckingham Palace Changing of the Guard (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday) or the Horse Guards Parade ceremony on Whitehall (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday). The tour concludes at Trafalgar Square with recommendations for nearby food and galleries. Ideal for those wanting insider context rather than surface-level sightseeing.

Private London Street Photography Workshop

Spend four hours in Central London learning street photography from a practising Fine Art photographer. Lou Smith teaches composition, light, and the psychology of capturing candid moments in public spaces. You'll work one-on-one or with your own group, developing technical skills and the confidence to photograph strangers authentically. By the end, you'll understand how to read a scene, anticipate moments, and build a visual narrative that says something true about contemporary life.

Oneway or Round Trip Private Transfer Heathrow or London to Dover

Private chauffeur-driven transfer between Heathrow Airport or London and Dover cruise port or city-centre accommodation. Choose one-way or round-trip, with meet-and-greet service at either location. Fleet ranges from saloons to eight-seater vans, each with defined luggage allowances. Driver monitors flight times; no extra charge for delays. Pricing is per vehicle, not per passenger. Service includes London congestion charge and parking.

from AUD $888

Full Day Private Trip to Stonehenge, Bath, and Cotswolds

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Full Day Private Trip to Stonehenge, Bath, and Cotswolds

This 11–12 hour private drive from London connects three of England's most recognisable sites: the prehistoric monument at Stonehenge, Bath's elegant Georgian architecture and Roman heritage, and Bibury's quintessential Cotswold village landscape. Your own driver handles all transport, allowing you to move between locations at leisure and linger where you choose. Pickup and drop-off cover central London and surrounding areas, with bottled water provided throughout.

11 hours – 12 hoursfrom AUD $1583

London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids

★ 5.0 (4)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids

A two-and-a-half-hour private tour of London's Natural History Museum tailored for families, led by a Blue Badge guide trained to engage young visitors. You'll navigate the Dinosaur Gallery and connected exhibitions spanning mineralogy, palaeontology, zoology and botany, encountering 70 million objects from across geological time. Your guide shares stories behind major specimens, transforming the museum's vast collections into an accessible narrative that holds children's attention whilst satisfying adult curiosity.

2h 30mfrom AUD $459

Private Full-Day London Highlights Tour with Guide & Driver

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Private Full-Day London Highlights Tour with Guide & Driver

A private six- to eight-hour guided tour of London with dedicated driver and vehicle. You'll navigate from royal palaces and the Thames to Westminster's grand architecture, then explore East London's markets, independent shops, and street art scene. Your guide shares insider knowledge of the city's layered past and present, moving fluidly between famous sights and neighbourhoods locals actually know, mixing centuries-old institutions with contemporary culture.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $2018

Private Churchill War Rooms and London Westminster Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (4)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Private Churchill War Rooms and London Westminster Walking Tour

Spend three hours exploring Britain's wartime nerve centre and the corridors of power. Your guide leads you underground into the Churchill War Rooms, revealing operational maps and living quarters used during World War II, then emerges onto Westminster's streets to examine Parliament, Big Ben, and Downing Street from the outside. This private tour (maximum six people) connects you with the decisions and personalities that shaped modern Britain, though you'll view government buildings as an observer rather than entering them.

National Gallery of London Guided Tour for children and families with kids friendly guide

Explore the National Gallery's masterworks with a guide trained to hold children's attention whilst keeping adults engaged. Over two to two-and-a-half hours, you'll encounter paintings by Renaissance giants like Leonardo and Michelangelo through to Impressionists such as Monet and Van Gogh. The guide shapes the tour around your family's interests, making complex art accessible without dumbing it down. This private experience works well for mixed-age groups who want more than surface-level commentary.

2 hours – 2h 30mfrom AUD $375

London Soho District - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (4)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

London Soho District - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

Track the radical voices and creative movements that made Soho legendary on this 2.5-hour guided walk through London's most storied neighbourhood. Your guide reveals where musicians, writers and activists sparked cultural upheaval—from Piccadilly Circus's glittering façade to tucked-away streets where counterculture took root. Small-group or private options available.

Family Friendly Natural History Museum London Private Guided Tour

A private two-hour guided tour of London's Natural History Museum tailored for families with children and teenagers. Your dedicated guide leads you through the museum's standout collections—from colossal dinosaur skeletons to glittering mineral displays—choosing exhibits and pacing that hold young minds. Rather than rushing past glass cases, the guide shares engaging stories and encourages hands-on observation, transforming abstract concepts into tangible discoveries. Strollers are welcome, and all spaces are wheelchair accessible.

2 hoursfrom AUD $504

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