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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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★ 5.0 (4)

🍜 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.

3 hoursfrom GBP $49

1 Day Complete Scottish Highlands Express

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

1 Day Complete Scottish Highlands Express

This 12–15 hour private tour covers the Scottish Highlands' most rewarding corners, piecing together scattered locations most day-trippers skip. You'll travel in air-conditioned comfort with a dedicated driver, stopping at viewpoints and landmarks selected for both scenery and accessibility. The itinerary balances driving time with walking breaks, supported by onboard refreshments and practical touches like umbrellas.

12 hours – 15 hoursfrom GBP $1250

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Original 3-Hour Beatles Tour

Travel through Liverpool's musical heritage in a private vehicle guided by a certified expert. Choose between an intimate traditional black cab or a roomier Mercedes Vito for up to six passengers. This three-hour tour uses two-way intercom systems so you can ask questions without shouting over engine noise. Written guides available in five languages beyond English. Perfect for Beatles fans wanting context and stories rather than just photo stops.

Glencoe and Glen Nevis Private Half Day Tour from Fort William

This private half-day excursion from Fort William takes you through two of Scotland's most commanding landscapes: Glen Nevis and Glencoe. You'll travel beneath Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain, then into Glencoe's steep-sided valley, where dramatic rock formations rise from the glen floor. The route weaves past lochs and moorland while your guide covers the area's turbulent past, including the 1692 massacre that defined this remote corner of the Highlands. Suitable for most fitness levels, the tour runs 4–6 hours with stops for photographs and short walks.

4 hours – 6 hoursfrom GBP $383

Mini Highlands Tour: Discover Castles, Lochs and Mountain Glens

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Mini Highlands Tour: Discover Castles, Lochs and Mountain Glens

This 9-hour circuit through the Scottish Highlands connects royal palaces, monumental sculpture and remote glens in a single day. You'll visit Linlithgow Palace where Mary Queen of Scots was born, stand before the Kelpies—colossal horse sculptures rising from the landscape—and explore Stirling Castle's fortress grounds. The route then pushes into quieter terrain: lunch in Killin village overlooking a waterfall, a drive through Glen Lyon's 30-mile length, and a walk through woodland to more cascading water at the Hermitage. Expect hills, weather changes and a genuine sense of stepping outside the tourist circuit.

Private Guided Tour at British Museum Highlights

A 2.5-hour guided tour of London's British Museum led by a professional historian, limited to eight people. Your guide navigates the eight million artefacts spanning six millennia, focusing on standout pieces like the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon Marbles, and Lewis Chessmen. Each object gets historical context and storytelling that transforms it from display case to lived experience. After the guided section, you're free to wander the galleries independently.

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 GBP $260

Private London Sightseeing Tour: Black Taxi from Heathrow Airport

★ 5.0 (4)

✈️ Transfers

United Kingdom

Private London Sightseeing Tour: Black Taxi from Heathrow Airport

Skip the coach queue and see London properly. This five-hour private taxi tour departs Heathrow and weaves through central London's essential sights—Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge, Tower of London—with your licensed driver as guide. You'll travel in a traditional black cab, hear genuine local knowledge, stop for photos, and finish at your hotel. The journey from airport to central London takes roughly an hour; the rest is proper sightseeing.

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.

Private Arrival Transfer: Heathrow Airport to London with Stopover at Stonehenge

Private chauffeur service from Heathrow Airport to central London with a 2-hour self-guided stop at Stonehenge. Travel in an air-conditioned Mercedes minivan with WiFi, bottled water, and a professional driver handling all logistics over 6 hours. You'll explore the prehistoric monument at your own pace, visiting the visitor centre to understand the site's construction and significance. Hotel or accommodation pickup and drop-off included. Book your Stonehenge entrance ticket separately beforehand.

6 hoursfrom GBP $1000

London Football - Premier League Stadiums Tour in Private Car

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

London Football - Premier League Stadiums Tour in Private Car

See seven of London's Premier League grounds in a single day via private car, guided by someone who understands the clubs and their place in the city's football culture. This 5–7 hour tour takes you to Crystal Palace, Chelsea, Fulham, Brentford, Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur, and West Ham United, with roughly 15 minutes at each stadium for photographs and browsing club shops. Your driver handles navigation while you absorb the character of each neighbourhood. Pickup and drop-off from anywhere in London included.

5 hours – 7 hoursfrom GBP $240

Full Day Private Tour to Loch Ness With Boat Trip Included

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Full Day Private Tour to Loch Ness With Boat Trip Included

A 12-hour private excursion from Edinburgh that sweeps through the Scottish Highlands to Loch Ness. The route includes stops at Pitlochry and culminates with a one-hour boat voyage across the famous loch (or time exploring Fort Augustus village). En route, your guide shares Highland history and culture whilst you traverse some of Scotland's most dramatic terrain. The return journey features a photo stop at Glencoe's steep-sided valley and a final pause at Loch Lubnaig before arriving back at your hotel.

12 hoursfrom GBP $900

★ 5.0 (4)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

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.

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.

A History of Witchcraft in Edinburgh: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Explore Edinburgh's darkest chapters through a self-guided audio walking tour centred on witchcraft trials and folklore. Follow GPS-enabled narration from producer Katrina Milne as you navigate cobbled streets where accused women faced execution, moving at your own pace across roughly 75 minutes. The VoiceMap app provides turn-by-turn directions, offline functionality, and lifetime access to the tour in English—start whenever suits you, pause to linger, or revisit anytime.

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom GBP $6

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Isle off skye tour

A 10-hour guided excursion to the Isle of Skye featuring a driver-guide who shapes the itinerary to your interests. You'll travel across Scotland's Highlands with roughly 2.5 hours driving each way, enjoying a relaxed pace that suits all fitness levels. The vehicle is well-appointed with thoughtful amenities, and the crew prioritises comfort throughout—whether you're spotting wildlife, exploring dramatic landscapes, or simply soaking in the scenery.

10 hoursfrom GBP $700

★ 5.0 (4)

✈️ Transfers

United Kingdom

Edinburgh Airport Private Transfers to Glasgow

Direct private transfer from Edinburgh Airport to Glasgow, covering the 90-minute journey in a dedicated vehicle with a professional driver. Choose from standard cars, spacious vans, or premium options depending on group size and preference. Available 24/7 with parking included, this service handles the logistics so you can focus on your trip ahead. Local drivers navigate the route efficiently and offer genuine Scottish hospitality from collection to drop-off.

2-Hour Private Beatles Highlights Tour – Liverpool

A compact 2-hour private tour of Liverpool's Beatles landmarks, guided by someone who knows the city well. You'll visit Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, and the childhood homes where Lennon and McCartney grew up, hearing the stories that shaped their songwriting. Designed for travellers short on time—cruise passengers, brief stopovers—this avoids the rush of group tours, letting you move at your own pace and ask questions without feeling hurried.

2 hoursfrom GBP $175

London Private Day In Cambridge Tour By Train

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

London Private Day In Cambridge Tour By Train

A guided day trip from London to Cambridge by train, exploring one of England's most prestigious university cities. Over ten hours, you'll visit the colleges that shaped centuries of scholarship, including Kings College with its iconic chapel, wander through the Botanic Gardens, and hear stories spanning from the Reformation to the Cold War. Your guide handles logistics while you discover the riverside colleges, historic pubs, and the intellectual legacy that still pulses through Cambridge's streets and courtyards.

10 hoursfrom GBP $302

4hr Easier Small Group Peak District eBike Tour

★ 5.0 (4)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

United Kingdom

4hr Easier Small Group Peak District eBike Tour

Pedal through the White Peak's rolling countryside on a 4-hour eBike tour that strings together three characterful villages—Bakewell, Ashford in the Water and Youlgreave—along traffic-free paths and quiet lanes. Electric assistance makes the terrain manageable for riders of any ability, freeing you to absorb the region's layered history and stop at country pubs or cafes without fighting the hills. You'll start from Winster Cycling Hub with a guide or sat-nav routing, coffee in hand, and return with a genuine sense of the Peak District's quieter side.

"The Darkest Hour": Private Half-Day Black Cab Tour in London

Follow a knowledgeable black cab driver through London's wartime landmarks featured in the Oscar-winning film "Darkest Hour". This 3.5-hour private tour traces Winston Churchill's footsteps across the capital, stopping at Parliament, the Cabinet War Rooms, and other sites central to Britain's Second World War struggle. Your guide weaves together film locations with historical detail, revealing the decisions and determination that defined the nation during its most perilous period.

Bairnkine Farm Tour with the Farmer

Walk the fields and working spaces of Bairnkine Farm with either Matt or Lucy, the farmers who run it. Over 75 minutes, you'll see how the land is managed across seasons, meet the animals, and understand the rhythms of operating a small UK farm. Your host shares insider knowledge about soil health, crop rotation, and the realities of modern farming. Transport to and from the farm is included.

1h 15mfrom GBP $26

St. Andrews & Old Course Private Day Tour from Glasgow

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

St. Andrews & Old Course Private Day Tour from Glasgow

Explore St. Andrews and its legendary Old Course on a nine-hour private tour departing from Glasgow or Greenock. Your dedicated driver—a seasoned local—shapes the day around your interests, steering you through Scotland's most celebrated golf destination and its historic surroundings without the constraints of group scheduling. Travel in comfort with Wi-Fi onboard, enjoying door-to-door service tailored entirely to your party's pace and preferences.

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.

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 GBP $198

Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Scottish Wildlife Centre from Edin.

★ 5.0 (4)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

United Kingdom

Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Scottish Wildlife Centre from Edin.

A nine-hour private tour from Edinburgh that pairs close encounters with Scottish wildlife—highland cattle, deer, falcons, wolves, bears and wildcats—with hands-on time leading an alpaca through forest trails. Your group travels in an air-conditioned vehicle with Scottish snacks and water included, visiting a wildlife centre and deer sanctuary while experiencing animals up close rather than from a distance.

9 hoursfrom GBP $690

Edinburgh: Privately Guided Day Tour of Edinburgh in Luxury MPV

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Edinburgh: Privately Guided Day Tour of Edinburgh in Luxury MPV

Explore Edinburgh at your own pace in a private luxury minivan with a knowledgeable local driver who shapes the day around your interests. This eight-hour tour whisks you past the city's defining landmarks—Calton Hill's sweeping vistas, Dean Village's Georgian charm, Edinburgh Castle's fortress drama, and the elegant Georgian terraces of the New Town—without the constraints of a fixed route or coach full of strangers. Your guide brings decades of Edinburgh knowledge to every stop, offering context and flexibility to linger where it matters most.

Bespoke Shopping Experience in London with Expert Fashion Stylist

A four-hour shopping session in London paired with a fashion stylist who learns your preferences beforehand and steers you through hand-picked boutiques and designer stores. Your stylist preps outfits in advance—sorted by size and hung ready in a private fitting room—so you skip the usual rails-browsing chaos. The whole route is plotted around what you actually want to wear, not what's currently trending.

4 hoursfrom GBP $2125

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.

Belfast City Walking Tour - Wee Walks Big Talks

A two-hour walking tour through Belfast led by a local guide who shares personal stories and historical narratives that shaped the city. You'll move through neighbourhoods rich with architectural detail and cultural significance, stopping to understand the events and figures that define modern Belfast. The guide brings genuine affection for the city to each conversation, connecting past to present. A complimentary hot drink at a favourite local café is included.

The Total London Private Taxi Tour Experience

A six-hour private taxi tour of London tailored to your group's interests. You'll see iconic sights—Big Ben, the London Eye, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London—plus quieter corners most visitors miss. The driver stops whenever you want to photograph, explore on foot, or grab lunch. Because it's just your party in the cab, the route bends to suit you.

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.

London East End Full Meal Food & Market Tour by Do Eat Better

Walk through London's East End with a knowledgeable local guide, stopping at four distinct venues to build a full meal from scratch. Taste a proper cooked breakfast, grab a Brick Lane beigel, try fish and chips from a classic chippy, and finish with a craft beer in the historic Truman neighbourhood. This isn't a tasting menu—you'll eat genuinely, learning how each dish shaped British food culture over 3.5 hours.

Rogues and Rebels Private Tour in National Portrait Gallery

Spend two hours in the National Portrait Gallery tracing the footsteps of Britain's dissenters: political agitators, radical writers, suffragettes who fought for the vote, and social reformers who challenged the status quo. Your expert guide unpacks the stories of those who refused to play it safe, revealing how portraits of rule-breakers document the tensions and transformations that reshaped the nation. Whether you're drawn to history's edge cases or simply keen to understand the people who made waves, you'll leave with a sharper sense of who dared differently.

Transfer To or From London Heathrow Airport to Leeds - One Way

Private car service linking London Heathrow Airport and Leeds City Centre. Your driver meets you at arrivals (or collects you from your Leeds location) and handles the 3–5 hour journey in an air-conditioned vehicle. Flight times are monitored so pickups align with your actual landing, not a fixed schedule. All taxes and fees included. Infant seats available; service dogs welcome.

3h 10m – 4h 50mfrom GBP $540

London's Alternative History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

★ 5.0 (4)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

London's Alternative History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Navigate central London's overlooked corners with a self-guided audio tour that peels back layers of quirky, sometimes scandalous history. Narrated by a lifelong Londoner, this 60–90 minute walk reveals oddities: why the Thames flows as it does, the unexpected origins of Covent Garden's name, Britain's forgotten connection to a particular drink, and tales of 18th-century vice and the forgotten constables who policed it. Designed for first-time visitors and curious locals alike.

1 hour – 1h 30mfrom GBP $8

Skip-the-line Edinburgh Castle with Old Town Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (4)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Skip-the-line Edinburgh Castle with Old Town Walking Tour

Bypass the queues at Edinburgh Castle with a private guide leading you through the fortress's outdoor courtyards and down the Royal Mile to St Giles' Cathedral. Over two hours, you'll trace the castle's role as Scotland's most-attacked stronghold, picking up details about Mary Queen of Scots and the city's layered past. Your guide navigates you through the Old Town's winding streets with skip-the-line access, though the castle's interior museums remain yours to explore independently afterwards.

2 hoursfrom GBP $227

Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral & Old Sarum Day trip from Bath

★ 5.0 (4)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral & Old Sarum Day trip from Bath

A flexible private exploration of three defining English heritage sites near Bath. Your dedicated driver shuttles you between Stonehenge's prehistoric stone circle, Salisbury Cathedral's soaring medieval architecture, and Old Sarum's Iron Age hilltop fortress. Unlike rigid coach tours, you set the pace—linger where you choose, move on when ready. Seven to eight hours total, including travel.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom GBP $450

★ 5.0 (4)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Brunel Guided Tour in Bristol

Explore Bristol's engineering heritage on a small-group walking tour tracing Isambard Kingdom Brunel's influence on the city. Over 90 minutes to two hours, your knowledgeable guide leads you between his most iconic creations—the SS Great Britain, Clifton Suspension Bridge, and the original Victorian railway shed—with photo stops at each landmark and sweeping views across the Avon. Perfect for those curious about 19th-century innovation and the man who reshaped Britain's infrastructure.

1h 30m – 2 hoursfrom GBP $18

Private E-Bike Cycling Tour Destination London

★ 5.0 (4)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

United Kingdom

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.

4 hoursfrom GBP $325

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