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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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Royal Windsor and Eton Riverside Private Tour from London

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Royal Windsor and Eton Riverside Private Tour from London

Travel from central London to Windsor in a private vehicle for a guided exploration of the royal town and its two defining landmarks. You'll tour Windsor Castle, the world's largest continuously inhabited fortress and official residence of the monarchy, then cross to Eton Riverside to see the prestigious boarding college that has educated generations of British leaders and public figures. The six-hour itinerary includes entry to the castle, professional commentary, and flexibility for lunch before returning to London.

6 hoursfrom AUD $1158

Billy's Black Cab Heathrow Layover Tour of London

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Billy's Black Cab Heathrow Layover Tour of London

Maximise a London layover with a private black cab driven by an experienced East End cabbie who tailors the route to your interests. Over 4–10 hours, you'll navigate central London's landmarks, absorb decades of local knowledge, and capture photographs from vantage points most visitors miss. Your driver doubles as historian and storyteller, revealing how the city evolved and how Londoners actually live—far more personal than a coach tour.

4 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $1931

Windsor Castle and Stonehenge PRIVATE TOUR Luxury Sedan

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Windsor Castle and Stonehenge PRIVATE TOUR Luxury Sedan

A nine-hour private tour connecting two of England's most significant landmarks. Begin at Windsor Castle, an 11th-century royal residence still in use today, then venture to Stonehenge, the Neolithic monument whose true purpose remains debated by archaeologists. Travelling by luxury sedan with a knowledgeable guide, you'll explore these contrasting sites at a leisurely pace, with hotel pickup and drop-off from central London included.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1642

Private Guided Tour of the National Gallery in London

★ 5.0 (3)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Private Guided Tour of the National Gallery in London

A private guide leads you through the National Gallery's collection spanning seven centuries of European painting, from medieval altarpieces to post-Impressionist masterworks. Over two and a half hours, you'll encounter pieces by Van Gogh, Turner, Da Vinci and others, with your guide revealing the stories and context behind each canvas. The tour adjusts to your interests—whether you're returning for the tenth visit or encountering these paintings for the first time—and the smaller group size means you can linger without the usual gallery crowds.

Private Bespoke Creative Workshop Experience in London

A four-hour private workshop exploring London's independent makers and bespoke craftspeople. Your guide tailors the route to your interests—whether that's custom millinery, commissioned jewellery, or artisan homeware studios—visiting established ateliers across Mayfair, Belgravia and neighbouring quarters. You'll meet makers in their workshops, see processes firsthand, and have the option to commission or create something yourself. Hotel pickup available.

4 hoursfrom AUD $3360

★ 5.0 (3)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Harry Potter Private Tour in London

Follow a Harry Potter enthusiast through London's filming locations and literary landmarks connected to the saga. Over three hours, your guide—fluent in Spanish and deeply versed in the wizarding world—navigates you to actual sites used in production and places that inspired Rowling's settings. Expect quizzes and interactive challenges woven through the walk, testing your knowledge at each stop. It's a straightforward exploration of how fiction intersected with the capital's real geography.

Heathrow Airport to/from Southampton Port - Private + Meet &Greet

Direct private transfer linking Heathrow Airport and Southampton Cruise Port, tailored to your schedule. Skip queues and public transport hassle—your driver monitors your flight and waits up to 75 minutes after you land, meeting you inside the terminal with a name board. Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles accommodate groups of any size, with onboard WiFi and luggage assistance included. Journey takes 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 40 minutes depending on traffic.

1h 15m – 1h 40mfrom AUD $530

Private transfer from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton

★ 5.0 (3)

✈️ Transfers

United Kingdom

Private transfer from London Heathrow Airport to Southampton

Direct private transfer from London Heathrow to Southampton Port in a Land Rover Discovery, driven by a local chauffeur familiar with South Downs routes. Journey takes 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes. The operator, a family business based in the National Park, handles airport pickups and port drops with flexibility—mention any detours or stops you'd like to make, and they'll work around your needs. They offer a satisfaction guarantee with full refunds if the service falls short.

1h 15m – 1h 30mfrom AUD $676

★ 5.0 (3)

🍹 Nightlife

United Kingdom

Dark Comedy Live in Soho

Three seasoned comedians and a sharp host deliver unfiltered stand-up at The Rum Monkey in Soho's heart. This 2-hour show strips away political correctness for raw, boundary-pushing humour—the kind you'd only discuss with your closest friends. The evening includes crowd participation and roasting, creating an unpredictable atmosphere where nothing's off-limits. Adults only (18+); expect explicit material and unconventional comedy that rewards those willing to abandon decorum.

2 hoursfrom AUD $19

London Like a Local Full Day Custom Tour with Private Guide

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

London Like a Local Full Day Custom Tour with Private Guide

A seven-hour custom tour shaped around your interests—whether you're drawn to food, fashion, history, or something else entirely. Your private guide meets you at your hotel and navigates London on foot and by public transport, revealing both celebrated landmarks and quieter corners locals favour. The itinerary is built to your preferences beforehand, so you spend your day seeing what genuinely appeals to you rather than ticking boxes.

London Eye Riverside Photography Experience

Work with Edward Croucher, a photographer known for capturing unguarded moments, along the Thames and around London's most recognisable landmarks. Over 75 minutes, you'll pose at locations including Tower Bridge, the London Eye, and your choice of St. Paul's Cathedral or Big Ben, mixing formal portraits with candid shots that show the city's character—red buses, riverside architecture, traditional pubs and all. Two days later, you'll receive 50 retouched, print-ready photographs.

Pub Crawl and Sing along London Experience

A three-hour London pub crawl through five historic taverns, each with distinct character and stories spanning centuries. Your guide leads you through Covent Garden's theatrical past, royal intrigue, and literary connections before ending at an authentic Cockney singalong with locals. Sample international bar fare or traditional British snacks at each stop, with plenty of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks served in ornate period buildings.

3 hoursfrom AUD $114

Photographer, Professional Photo Shoot - London

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Photographer, Professional Photo Shoot - London

A four-hour professional photo session capturing your London story across distinctive backdrops chosen to suit your vision. Work with an experienced photographer to scout lesser-known spots and compose shots that actually reflect your trip rather than the postcard versions everyone else gets. Delivered as fifty edited images through a private online gallery within two weeks.

Luxury Departure from London City to Southampton Port

Private car service whisking you from central London to Southampton Port in a Mercedes V Class van, accommodating up to five passengers. Your uniformed driver meets you at your hotel and handles the journey in roughly 70 minutes to 2 hours, depending on traffic. You'll travel in climate-controlled comfort with bottled water provided, sidestepping the hassle of London's public transport queues and arriving composed for your port departure.

1h 10m – 2 hoursfrom AUD $291

Transfer from London City Airport to Central London

★ 5.0 (3)

✈️ Transfers

United Kingdom

Transfer from London City Airport to Central London

A private car meets you at London City Airport and drives you directly into central London, typically within 45 minutes. Your driver tracks your flight, waits for you at arrivals, and handles your journey in an air-conditioned vehicle. WiFi keeps you connected en route. The service covers all taxes and fees, making for straightforward, predictable travel from landing to your destination.

26 min – 45 minfrom AUD $228

★ 5.0 (3)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Hampstead Village (London) Walking Tour

Explore the village pocket of North London where Georgian terraces and leafy lanes feel worlds away from the city centre. This three-hour walking tour traces the residences of literary giants—Keats, Orwell, du Maurier—and reveals the neighbourhood's enduring appeal to writers and artists. You'll navigate Hampstead's intimate streets, discover period architecture, and reach the Heath's highest point for sweeping London views. A guide contextualises the area's cultural weight and the creative figures drawn here across generations.

London: A Christmas Carol & Dicken's Inspiration Walking Tour

Walk Victorian London's streets where Charles Dickens gathered material for 'A Christmas Carol', guided by storytellers who bring the novella to life. This 2.5-hour tour moves between the City's narrow alleyways and historic buildings that housed Scrooge, Marley, and Tiny Tim's inspirations. You'll hear dramatic readings, learn about Dickens' own experiences, and uncover the social conditions that shaped his most celebrated work. The guide reveals lesser-known corners and the genuine locations embedded in the tale's fabric.

London with a Local (Historical)

A guide leads you through Westminster's famous landmarks and hidden corners on foot, weaving together the borough's darker and more intimate histories. Over one to two hours, you'll traverse lesser-known alleyways whilst hearing accounts of political intrigue, royal drama, and overlooked figures. This isn't a rehearsed speech—expect anecdotes that bring stone and statuary to life, alongside quirks most guidebooks skip.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $133

Private 45min Photoshoot with London's Landmarks

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Private 45min Photoshoot with London's Landmarks

A 45-minute private portrait session with a London-based photographer who specialises in capturing you at the capital's most recognisable locations—Big Ben, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge—without the tourist crush. Your photographer handles composition, lighting, and positioning while you relax into natural poses. You'll receive 20+ edited digital images within two days, ready to print or share.

The Great Plague & Black Death Tour of London

This two-to-three-hour walking tour traces London's deadliest epidemics through medieval streets and burial grounds. You'll visit sites where the Great Plague erupted, explore mass graves including the largest one discovered, and examine skeletal remains of Black Death victims recently excavated. The route follows Samuel Pepys's documented path through the catastrophe, then examines how the Great Fire of 1666 ultimately arrested the disease's spread. Medieval landmarks reveal how these crises reshaped not just London but European history itself.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $309

Mayfair and Belgravia Private Walking Tour

★ 5.0 (3)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Mayfair and Belgravia Private Walking Tour

This three-hour private walking tour takes you through Mayfair and Belgravia, London's most rarified neighbourhoods. Away from tourist crowds, you'll navigate quiet mews, hidden squares and tree-lined avenues where generations of the wealthy, powerful and notorious have made their homes. The route weaves past Georgian townhouses, neighbourhood churches, independent boutiques and period pubs steeped in local lore. A complimentary drink at a historic pub is included.

3 hoursfrom AUD $338

Professional Digital Photo with Red Heart Balloons Central London

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Professional Digital Photo with Red Heart Balloons Central London

Capture a professional portrait in central London with heart-shaped red balloons as your prop. This 30-minute session uses professional Canon equipment to create a keepsake photograph you can share instantly. Perfect for marking a visit to the city or celebrating a special occasion, you'll leave with a polished image that beats the standard tourist snapshot.

30 minfrom AUD $19

Private Round Trip from London to Stonehenge & Salisbury & Bath

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Private Round Trip from London to Stonehenge & Salisbury & Bath

A private chauffeured day exploring three of England's most significant sites. Depart London in a luxury Mercedes with air-conditioned comfort and WiFi, spending 12 hours visiting Stonehenge's ancient stone circle, the Georgian architecture of Bath, and the cathedral city of Salisbury at your own pace. Your driver handles all navigation while you focus on the sights. Bottled water provided throughout. Admission fees and lunch are separate.

12 hoursfrom AUD $2028

4 Hours Private Iconic London Black Taxi Tour

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

4 Hours Private Iconic London Black Taxi Tour

Navigate London's landmarks and backstreet stories in a private electric black taxi with a licensed cabbie-guide. Over four hours, you'll pass Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and Tower Bridge while learning insider anecdotes and lesser-known corners that most visitors miss. The route adapts to your preferences—royal history, hidden neighbourhoods, cultural sites—so you see what genuinely interests you, not a scripted checklist.

9-course Seasonal Tasting Menu in Chef's East London Home

Chef Aidan Brooks, trained at Michelin level, hosts an intimate nine-course dinner in his Hackney kitchen, drawing every ingredient from East London's local suppliers and foragers. Over three and a half hours, you'll sit communal-style with up to eleven other guests while Aidan walks you through the provenance and technique behind each plate. This is fine dining stripped of pretence—high skill in a home setting, with half the proceeds supporting a Hackney charity.

“Get In Transfer” Heathrow Airport to London Private Transfer

Door-to-door private car service from Heathrow to central London, taking 45–55 minutes depending on traffic. A driver meets you at arrivals with a nameplate, handles your bags, and drives you directly to your accommodation in a licensed, air-conditioned vehicle. Real-time flight tracking means the car adjusts to your actual landing time. All costs—tolls, taxes, parking—are included upfront.

45 min – 55 minfrom AUD $212

★ 5.0 (3)

🍹 Nightlife

United Kingdom

1 Big Night Out Weekend Club Crawl

Hit four top clubs across London's West End, Soho, and Leicester Square without the typical entry fees or inflated drink prices. You'll start late and move through the night with a dedicated host who photographs the action, keeps energy high, and steers you through four venues where the music and cocktails flow freely. Four complimentary welcome shots and all-night drink discounts mean you'll party genuinely affordably on a London weekend—rare enough to be worth the 4-hour commitment.

In Jack The Ripper Footsteps: Private Black Cab Tour in London

This 4-hour private black cab tour tracks the 1888 Whitechapel murders through London's East End with a driver-guide versed in Ripper history. You'll visit crime scenes and haunted pubs where victims spent their final hours, weaving between Buck's Row and Mitre Square whilst passing iconic landmarks like Tower Bridge and St. Paul's Cathedral. The narrative extends beyond Jack the Ripper to cover other dark chapters—the Kray Twins, Sweeney Todd—painting a portrait of Victorian London's criminal underbelly from the safety of an iconic London taxi.

Christmas Delights: Festive Tea & Doughnuts at Borough Market

A festive walking tour through South London's food district, stopping at four specialist doughnut makers and sampling seasonal pastries. Beginning at St. John Bakery on Borough High Street, you'll wander through the market quarter, tasting fresh creations whilst learning about the area's trading heritage and culinary reputation. The route culminates at Crosstown Doughnuts with views across to Tower Bridge. Runs 1.5–2 hours, includes hot beverages throughout.

1h 30m – 2 hoursfrom AUD $138

★ 5.0 (3)

✈️ Transfers

United Kingdom

Arrival or Departure Private Transfer: Stansted Airport to Central London

A dedicated driver meets you at Stansted's arrivals hall and drives you directly to your Central London hotel, or vice versa. The journey takes 1–70 minutes depending on traffic. One vehicle handles up to several passengers; you pay per car, not per head. London congestion charge is built into the fare, with no hidden costs beyond waiting fees or holiday surcharges.

1 min – 1h 10mfrom AUD $386

Heathrow Airport to Tilbury Cruise Terminal Private Airport Arrival Transfer

★ 5.0 (3)

✈️ Transfers

United Kingdom

Heathrow Airport to Tilbury Cruise Terminal Private Airport Arrival Transfer

Private car collection from London Heathrow Airport straight to Tilbury Cruise Terminal or hotel, with driver meeting you at arrivals. Your guide waits up to 90 minutes while you clear customs and collect bags, then drives you directly to the port or accommodation. Available round the clock, vehicles sized for your group—from saloon to eight-seater van—with no extra charge if your flight runs late.

Winston Churchill's London At War. A Private Walk Through Britain's Darkest Hour

Walk London's wartime geography with a Churchill specialist, tracing the PM's path from childhood haunts to the nerve centres where Britain's defence was orchestrated. This three- to four-hour private tour connects residential landmarks, camouflaged intelligence stations, and Eisenhower's command post—many unmarked or repurposed today—before descending into the War Rooms, the subterranean bunker where strategic maps and furniture remain exactly as they were left. Your guide unpicks the hidden stories behind these ordinary-looking buildings.

3 hours – 4 hoursfrom AUD $338

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

London Landmark Sightseeing Tour

A five-hour private taxi tour that circles London's most recognisable landmarks, with an expert driver who shares the histories and stories behind each site. You'll see Big Ben, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace and more from the vehicle, stopping for photographs as you wish. This suits first-time visitors wanting a broad sense of the city's geography and heritage, or returning travellers keen to refresh their knowledge. The air-conditioned cab accommodates up to six people and collects you from your accommodation.

5 hoursfrom AUD $1033

Women of Mayfair, from Monarchs to Mistresses & More

★ 5.0 (3)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Women of Mayfair, from Monarchs to Mistresses & More

This walking tour reframes Mayfair's history through the lives of its notable female residents, from royalty to rebels. Across two to three hours, you'll visit sites connected to Queen Elizabeth II's birthplace, Florence Nightingale's final home, Grace Kelly's favoured hotel, and Nancy Mitford's workplace. The tour uncovers how women shaped—and were shaped by—one of London's most exclusive neighbourhoods, revealing stories often absent from conventional histories.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $39

London Victoria and Albert Museum and Kensington Gardens tour

★ 5.0 (3)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

London Victoria and Albert Museum and Kensington Gardens tour

A 3-hour private tour combining the Victoria and Albert Museum's design and decorative arts collections with a stroll through Kensington Gardens. Your guide—trained to engage younger visitors—uses interactive techniques to unpick the stories behind objects, then leads you through the gardens' landscaped pathways and notable corners. Suits families wanting substance without the pace of a large group.

London Crimes And Punishment Private Walking Tour

Walk through three centuries of London's criminal underworld across East End neighbourhoods shaped by violence, poverty and justice. This three-hour private tour traces the Krays' reign, Jack the Ripper's hunting grounds, and the city's most notorious prisons—from Newgate to the Clink—weaving together execution sites, workhouses and the grim streets that inspired Dickens. A guide leads you through the actual locations where crime and punishment left permanent marks on the city's geography and memory.

Heathrow Airport to Central London, Private Transfer Luxury Van

Door-to-door private transfer from Heathrow to central London in a luxury vehicle, with professional driver and flight tracking. This service handles the airport-to-hotel leg so you can start your trip without navigating the Underground or haggling for a cab. Typically 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on traffic and destination. Meet-and-greet at arrivals, complimentary water, WiFi, and up to 45 minutes free waiting time if your flight is delayed.

30 min – 2 hoursfrom AUD $290

Southwark Pirates of the Thames Quest Experience in London

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Southwark Pirates of the Thames Quest Experience in London

Follow Etta Redlocks, a legendary Thames pirate, through Southwark's winding streets and riverbanks on this self-guided mobile game. Over 90 minutes to 2 hours, your phone becomes a storytelling device, delivering clues and directions as you move between Borough Market, Millennium Bridge, Hay's Galleria and hidden corners most visitors miss. Solve puzzles to unlock chapters of her life—from winter survival on frozen waters to the hidden histories embedded in London Bridge station. It's part exploration, part escape game, part treasure hunt.

1h 30m – 2 hoursfrom AUD $9

London Fully Tailored Private Tour: Half-Day with Local Guide

★ 5.0 (3)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

London Fully Tailored Private Tour: Half-Day with Local Guide

Shape your own London experience with a local guide over four hours. Whether you're chasing food, fashion, history, or hidden corners, your guide builds the itinerary around what matters to you before you meet. You'll walk the streets, hop on buses and the Underground, and get insider tips on navigating the city like someone who actually lives here. First visit or returning? Either way, you'll discover something genuinely new.

Private Transfer from London & All London Airports to Liverpool

Secure point-to-point transport from any London airport (Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton) or central London to Liverpool Cruise Port or hotel. Your dedicated driver meets you at the terminal, handles flight tracking, and delivers you in a climate-controlled Mercedes V-Class over roughly 4–5 hours. Gratuity optional. The service includes WiFi, child seats, and accessibility provisions for wheelchairs and service animals.

4 hours – 5 hoursfrom AUD $1468

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