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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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Isle of Skye Private Day Tour from Portree

★ 5.0 (24)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Isle of Skye Private Day Tour from Portree

Explore the Isle of Skye at your own pace with a local driver and guide piloting your private minivan for eight to nine hours. Depart from Portree or arrange collection from transport hubs like Armadale Ferry or Kyle of Lochalsh train station. Shape the itinerary around your interests—whether that's the Fairy Pools, Neist Point Lighthouse, Quiraing, or the Old Man of Storr—or let your guide reveal quieter corners most visitors miss. The tour covers Skye's landscape, history and culture with flexibility built in: hike the peaks or admire them from viewpoints, entirely your choice.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $671

Private Belfast City Sightseeing and Mural Tour | 4 Hours

★ 5.0 (24)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Private Belfast City Sightseeing and Mural Tour | 4 Hours

A four-hour private tour of Belfast led by a local guide who navigates the city's layered history through its street art and landmark sites. You'll see the Peace Wall dividing Falls Road and Shankill, explore hundreds of murals that document the city's past, and visit significant locations including Titanic Belfast, Stormont Parliament, Crumlin Road Jail, and St George's Market. The guide provides context that transforms what might feel like heavy subjects into a coherent narrative of a city in transition.

Royal English Walking Food Tour With London Food Tours

Walk through London's royal quarter with a knowledgeable local guide, stopping at iconic palaces, parks and streets that define the capital's grandeur. Over 3.5 hours, you'll taste your way through British classics—scotch eggs, meat pies, artisan cheeses, cinnamon swirls—paired with champagne, mead and proper tea. The tour culminates in a seated afternoon tea service with sandwiches, cakes and scones. Limited to 12 people, ensuring genuine conversation and insider tips.

3h 30mfrom AUD $384

Windsor Castle and Stonehenge Private Car with Driver Guide

★ 5.0 (24)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Windsor Castle and Stonehenge Private Car with Driver Guide

Travel from London in a private Mercedes with your own driver-guide to experience two defining chapters of English heritage across eleven hours. Start at Stonehenge, walking amongst its enigmatic megaliths and browsing the on-site visitor centre's archaeological findings. Continue to Windsor Castle, the working royal residence where you'll tour State Apartments, royal collections, and St George's Chapel at leisure. A midday break allows you to lunch at a countryside pub before returning to London. Audio guides and door-to-door transport are included; castle and monument tickets are separate.

11 hoursfrom AUD $2671

Harry Potter Filming Locations: Private Black Cab Tour in London

★ 5.0 (24)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Harry Potter Filming Locations: Private Black Cab Tour in London

A four-hour private black cab tour through London's Harry Potter filming locations. Your driver navigates you past real-world settings used in the films, from King's Cross Station's Platform 9¾ to Gringotts' entrance on Diagon Alley and the Brockdale Bridge. You'll discover hidden corners of the city where scenes were shot, moving between spots at your own pace with knowledgeable commentary throughout. Hotel pickup and drop-off from central London included.

The Bowie's Soho Walking Tour

Trace David Bowie's formative years through Soho's streets on this two-hour walking tour. From his teenage R&B experimentations in the late 1950s through his glam-rock ascendancy, visit the recording studios, venues, and streets where he developed from ambitious musician into international icon. Led by historian Aidan McManus, the tour explores how a decade of collaboration, reinvention, and creative failure in this bohemian quarter shaped one of rock's most transformative artists.

Photography Tour walking the back streets of London's West End (3 hours)

A three-hour guided walk through London's West End theatre district led by award-winning photographer Mike Wines. You'll navigate quiet backstreets lined with historic and contemporary architecture, spot public sculptures tucked away from the crowds, and learn stories connected to literary figures who shaped these neighbourhoods. The tour teaches practical photography techniques to capture unusual angles and compositions in urban settings.

2.5 hour Walking and Tasting Tour in Cardiff

Walk through Cardiff's city centre with a guide who stops at five local producers and eateries, sampling Welsh specialities along the way. Starting at Cardiff Castle, you'll taste Welshcakes, local cheeses, traditional pies, Welsh rarebit and cider whilst learning about regional food culture and picking up a few Welsh phrases. The 2.5-hour Saturday tours run monthly from February through November, finishing in time for lunch elsewhere.

British Wine and Cheese Tasting Experience in City of Bath

Taste Britain's expanding wine and cheese scene in a candlelit cellar beneath a Bath shop. This one-hour tasting pairs regional wines with British cheeses and accompaniments, exploring how flavours complement one another. You'll learn about production methods whilst relaxing in an intimate setting—ideal for couples, small groups, or anyone seeking a sophisticated break from family duties.

Birmingham Walking Tour: Migration Stories from the Stratford Road

Walk the Stratford Road with a guide who knows its stories. This 2.5-hour tour traces how successive communities—Irish, Somali, Asian—have shaped Birmingham's most cosmopolitan thoroughfare. You'll see a converted cinema-turned-temple, shuttered pubs that once anchored the neighbourhood, and meet traders who've dressed generations. The road itself becomes a document of migration, economics and adaptation.

Coasteering

Coasteering scrambles you across Cornwall's raw intertidal zone where you'll clamber over barnacle-crusted rocks, wade through sea-filled cavities and launch yourself into the water to reach hidden coves and caves. This three-hour physical challenge combines climbing, swimming and jumping as you work your way along an exceptionally jagged shoreline, encountering starfish and anemones in tidal pools en route. It's a tactile way to experience the Cornish coast that landlubber trails simply cannot match.

London Street Art Tour of the East End Semi-Private 12ppl Max

Walk through East London's street art hotspots on a guided 2.5-hour tour capped at 12 people. Your local guide navigates Brick Lane, Shoreditch, and Spitalfields Market, revealing how these neighbourhoods shifted from 1960s underworld reputation to creative hub. Spot murals by renowned artists including Shepard Fairey and Banksy whilst discovering quieter passages that most visitors overlook. Rain won't stop play—this tour runs in all weather.

Bloomsbury Walking Tour: Hidden London & Georgian Shadows

Explore Bloomsbury's tree-lined squares and period townhouses on this 1 hour 45 minute guided walk through Georgian London. Move past the usual tourist trails to uncover the neighbourhood's layered past: royal medical secrets, literary residents, Victorian social reform efforts, and the unexpected lives of its inhabitants—from wealthy householders to street children. Each corner reveals another chapter, whether it's a former novelist's residence, a hospital that changed paediatric care, or a church with links to theatrical history and maritime tragedy.

1h 45mfrom AUD $29

Stirling Castle Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park day tour

★ 5.0 (24)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Stirling Castle Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park day tour

A nine-hour private tour threading through Scotland's stirring landscapes and fortified heritage. You'll visit Stirling Castle, perched above the River Forth, then venture into Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park—a region of deep glens, ancient woodlands and lochs that shaped Highland clan culture. Your driver navigates you through scenery that feels both monumental and intimate, stopping at viewpoints and villages that reveal why this corner of Scotland gripped generations of storytellers.

9 hoursfrom AUD $1757

Glasgow: Eilean Donan, Loch Ness & Glenfinnan - 2 Day Tour

★ 5.0 (24)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Glasgow: Eilean Donan, Loch Ness & Glenfinnan - 2 Day Tour

This two-day Highland loop departs Glasgow to explore three iconic Scottish landmarks: Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness, and the Glenfinnan Viaduct. You'll travel through dramatic scenery including Loch Lomond and Inveraray Castle, with overnight accommodation included. An experienced driver provides live commentary throughout, making this a straightforward way to tick off the region's most photogenic stops without navigating the A82 yourself.

Glenveagh National Park and Gaeltacht Tour

A 6–8 hour guided tour through County Donegal's Irish-speaking heartland, led by a local guide rooted in the region. You'll visit Glenveagh Castle's fortress ruins, walk into the Poisoned Glen's stark beauty, and stand among Dunlewey Church's weathered stones. The route traces the Wild Atlantic Way through bog and highland, with views across to Tory Island and other offshore settlements. Stories of turf-cutting traditions, family ancestry, and regional lore shape the experience throughout.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1373

Braveheart: 1 Day Private Tour Of Bonnie Scotland From Edinburgh

★ 5.0 (24)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Braveheart: 1 Day Private Tour Of Bonnie Scotland From Edinburgh

A private six to nine-hour tour from Edinburgh that traces Scotland's independence wars and Braveheart connections. Your guide reveals the stories behind fortified strongholds, glen landscapes and lochs whilst visiting locations used in major film productions. Travel in a climate-controlled vehicle with refreshments included, building an itinerary around your interests rather than a fixed schedule. Castle entry fees are separate.

6 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $1728

London to Southampton Port - Transfer with Sightseeing

★ 5.0 (24)

✈️ Transfers

United Kingdom

London to Southampton Port - Transfer with Sightseeing

A bespoke transfer from London to Southampton Port that doubles as a guided tour through the English countryside. Your driver—a lifelong local—navigates quiet country roads to reveal lesser-known villages, gardens and viewpoints, or steers toward famous landmarks like Stonehenge and Windsor if you prefer. The four- to ten-hour journey adapts to your schedule and interests, unfolding in a spacious, air-conditioned Land Rover Discovery. Perfect for travellers wanting more from their airport-to-port journey than motorway monotony.

4 hours – 10 hoursfrom AUD $840

★ 5.0 (24)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)

Break free from Edinburgh's centre on this five-hour private Land Rover excursion exploring the surrounding borderlands. Your flexible itinerary takes you past imposing medieval fortifications—Crichton Castle or Craigmillar—and the atmospheric Rosslyn Chapel, before settling into Dalkeith Country Park for lunch and browsing. Depart your hotel mid-morning, return by mid-afternoon. The route adapts to your interests: castle ruins, a distillery visit, or a detour to Edinburgh's antique quarter and independent galleries.

Derry Londonderry Private Full Day Tour From Belfast

A private six to eight-hour excursion from Belfast into County Derry/Londonderry, led by a local historian and activist. You'll traverse the city's 17th-century walls, examine politically charged street art and murals, and explore sites central to the city's modern conflict history. The guide contextualises events including the Battle of the Bogside and Bloody Sunday within the wider narrative of Irish and British relations, whilst your own minivan allows flexible stops throughout the day.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $666

Tour of Conwy Castle Pick up from Holyhead & Entrance Included

★ 5.0 (23)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Tour of Conwy Castle Pick up from Holyhead & Entrance Included

A six-hour guided tour departing from Holyhead that takes you across Anglesey to Conwy, a fortified medieval town on the North Wales coast. Your driver collects you from the cruise terminal and transports you through scenic countryside, with stops at notable landmarks before arriving at Conwy Castle—a UNESCO-listed stronghold. A local guide escorts you through the castle's towers and ramparts, then leads you into the walled town itself, revealing hidden corners, period architecture, and quirky historical sites along the quay. The afternoon concludes with unscheduled time to explore independently before your return journey.

Duxford IWM Airfield WW2 Private Car Trip London Hotel Pickup

This four-hour private visit to Duxford Imperial War Museum takes you from your London hotel to a functioning 1930s airfield where Spitfires still take flight. Walk amongst preserved British and American warbirds spanning the Battle of Britain through the Concorde era. The journey includes transport, admission, and road charges—a straightforward way to explore one of England's most significant aviation collections without the hassle of navigating there yourself.

4 hoursfrom AUD $280

4-Hour Private Tour: Discover The Best of Belfast in Luxury SUV

★ 5.0 (23)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

4-Hour Private Tour: Discover The Best of Belfast in Luxury SUV

Travel through Belfast's layered narrative in a private luxury SUV, navigating from Neolithic monuments spanning five millennia to the city's recent peace-building achievements. Your knowledgeable guide contextualises architectural heritage alongside the complexities of modern history, offering perspective on how Belfast has transformed. This four-hour journey balances the ancient with the contemporary, revealing how the city's identity has been shaped across generations.

4 hoursfrom AUD $773

Private Tour South Invergordon Port–Loch Ness, Culloden, Cawdor

★ 5.0 (23)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Private Tour South Invergordon Port–Loch Ness, Culloden, Cawdor

Make the most of your Invergordon port call with a private guided tour through the Scottish Highlands. This 7–8 hour itinerary takes in Loch Ness, the Culloden Battlefield, and Cawdor Castle, with pickup arranged directly from the cruise terminal. Your driver will meet you with a name placard, eliminating port-day confusion. Groups of 5–7 travellers share the cost, or design a bespoke route suited to your interests and schedule.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1255

The Essential E Bike Tour of Stirling City & Beyond

★ 5.0 (23)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

United Kingdom

The Essential E Bike Tour of Stirling City & Beyond

Cover more ground than walking allows on this three-hour e-bike tour through Stirling, Scotland's former royal seat. Cycle from the city's medieval heart into surrounding Forth Valley countryside, guided by local knowledge of the landscapes and stories that shaped the nation. The Ochil Mountains frame your route as you discover lesser-known corners and learn why controlling Stirling meant controlling Scotland itself.

3 hoursfrom AUD $98

West Coast Lochs & Castles Tour - from Edinburgh

★ 5.0 (23)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

West Coast Lochs & Castles Tour - from Edinburgh

This 10-hour private tour sweeps you northwest from Edinburgh through Scotland's most dramatic landscapes. You'll explore Loch Lomond's peaceful shores in the village of Luss, traverse the mountain pass at Rest and Be Thankful, and encounter a string of historic castles—Inveraray, Kilchurn, and Castle Stalker—along with St Conan's Kirk on Loch Awe. The route takes in Glencoe's towering valleys, Highland cattle at Kilmahog, and the striking Kelpies sculptures near Falkirk before returning to the capital.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1236

Stonehenge Private Full-Day Tour from Bath for 2-8 guests

★ 5.0 (23)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Stonehenge Private Full-Day Tour from Bath for 2-8 guests

A seven- to eight-hour private guided tour departing from Bath that combines an exclusive visit to Stonehenge with exploration of surrounding Wiltshire villages and countryside. Your small group (2–8 people) travels with a knowledgeable local guide who reveals layers of English history and culture beyond the stone circle itself, stopping at medieval churches and historic market towns. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Bath are included; lunch at a traditional inn is your own expense. Stonehenge entry tickets are separate.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $2202

★ 5.0 (23)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Outlander Private Tour from Edinburgh

Travel through the Scottish Highlands following the TV series Outlander, visiting real locations where scenes were filmed. This eight-hour private tour explores the Jacobite period and its impact on Scotland, tracing the journey of the show's central characters across authentic historical settings. Your driver guides you through iconic spots whilst you learn how the landscape shaped the story. Scottish refreshments included; lunch and castle entries arranged separately.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1002

Private Changing of the Guard Experience

★ 5.0 (23)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Private Changing of the Guard Experience

Witness the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace with a licensed guide who decodes the ceremony's military heritage and symbolism. This 2.5-hour walking tour starts at St James's Palace, London's oldest working royal residence, then traces the Household Division's processional route along The Mall to the Palace forecourt. You'll learn how King Charles II formalised this 17th-century ritual and what each movement represents in today's performance.

Cardiff City of Arcades Food Experience

Explore Cardiff's Victorian and Edwardian arcades on a 4.5-hour food walking tour, sampling international flavours and regional specialities. Your guide leads you through hidden passageways and covered shopping streets, stopping at independent food vendors and cafés to taste dishes from around the world. You'll sip Italian wine, sherry, and coffee or tea as you discover how these 19th-century arcades shaped the city's culinary identity. Perfect for food-curious travellers who prefer grazing over formal dining.

Charles Dickens Private Walking Tour

Walk through London's streets as Dickens did, discovering the neighbourhoods and characters that fuelled his writing. This three-hour private tour with a local guide traces the real locations and people behind his most celebrated novels. You'll see where the author wandered daily, gathering the vivid details of Victorian life that made his work resonate across generations. Hotel pickup included.

Giants Causeway & Game of Thrones Tour from Belfast

This private tour escorts groups of up to seven through Northern Ireland's north coast, visiting Game of Thrones filming locations and the UNESCO-listed Giant's Causeway. Over 7–8 hours, you'll travel in a climate-controlled executive vehicle equipped with WiFi, stopping at preserved sets marked with show reference boards. The guide weaves in local history, mythology and regional context to reveal how landscapes shaped both the series and the land itself.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1169

Beatles Maniacs Private Exclusive Experience with Guide

★ 5.0 (22)

🛕 Culture & History

United Kingdom

Beatles Maniacs Private Exclusive Experience with Guide

A three-hour guided walk through Liverpool's Beatles landmarks, led by an expert who tailors the route to your pace and interests. Visit the Cavern Club's iconic steps, the waterfront statue, and John Lennon's favoured pub. Your guide shares stories from the Merseybeat era, handles photography duties, and provides a keepsake map. Ideal for fans wanting maximum ground covered without rushing.

Private Highland Whisky Tour including 10+ Single Malt Tastings

Spend eight hours exploring Scotland's whisky country with a local guide born and raised in the Highlands. Travel in a private luxury BMW through remote glens and valleys, stopping at scenic locations for tastings of 10+ single malts paired with artisan chocolate. Your guide shares genuine stories of Highland life whilst you discover how different spirits complement various cocoa flavours. Bottled water and Scottish nibbles keep you refreshed between tastings.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1827

North Highland Tour Dunrobin Castle & More From invergordon Port

★ 5.0 (22)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

North Highland Tour Dunrobin Castle & More From invergordon Port

This 7–8 hour Highland tour departs Invergordon cruise port with a local guide, weaving through signature Scottish landscapes and heritage sites. You'll traverse Millionaire's View and the Falls of Shin, explore Dunrobin Castle's imposing architecture and grounds, scan Loch Fleet for seals and seabirds, browse Dornoch's shops and streets, and finish at Glenmorangie Distillery to taste single malt whisky. Small groups of 4–8 mean genuine attention throughout.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $1139

Heathrow Airport Transfer To & From Central London - Meet & Greet

★ 5.0 (22)

✈️ Transfers

United Kingdom

Heathrow Airport Transfer To & From Central London - Meet & Greet

Skip the airport taxi queue with a private driver who meets you at arrivals with a name board. This direct Heathrow-to-central London transfer takes 1–2 hours depending on traffic, with a dedicated vehicle just for you and your group. Arrive refreshed with bottled water on hand and air conditioning throughout. The service handles infants in car seats or prams, welcomes service animals, and works for any fitness level—you simply walk to your car and settle in.

1 hour – 2 hoursfrom AUD $309

★ 5.0 (22)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

United Kingdom

Axe Throwing Session - One Hour

Spend an hour throwing a diverse arsenal of axes at multiple targets across the UK. Work through safety fundamentals before experimenting with everything from compact ninja axes and tomahawks to hefty double-bladed Spartan axes. Your instructor will guide you through a hands-on session, letting you sample various throwing styles and weapons. The session culminates in a friendly competition where you pit your best throws against others, with targets that shrink as your accuracy improves.

Quirky Pubs and Crooked Streets of York

A 3.5-hour walking tour through York's medieval lanes with a knowledgeable local guide who steers you towards characterful pubs tucked away from the main tourist drag. You'll visit three to four atmospheric bars, each with its own story, whilst discovering the city's architectural quirks and lesser-known corners. The guide's focus is on revealing York as locals know it—through the bars they favour and the history woven into every crooked street.

3h 30m – 3h 50mfrom AUD $54

★ 5.0 (22)

🏔 Adventure & Sports

United Kingdom

Archery Session Inside & Outside

Learn traditional target archery with qualified instruction during this one-hour session in Wales. You'll shoot at various targets using proper technique and equipment, then progress to aerial archery—shooting moving targets from the air—if conditions allow. The covered range means rain won't interrupt your practice. All equipment and safety training are provided, making this accessible to complete beginners and experienced archers alike.

1 hourfrom AUD $53

Edinburgh: Privately Guided Day Tour of Glasgow in Luxury Minivan

★ 5.0 (22)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

United Kingdom

Edinburgh: Privately Guided Day Tour of Glasgow in Luxury Minivan

Explore Glasgow's architectural and industrial heritage via private Mercedes minivan over eight hours, starting at the medieval Cathedral and moving through the shipbuilding quarter, city centre, West End landmarks, and historic Merchant City. Your local guide navigates you away from tour-bus crowds, adapting the route to your interests while you travel in climate-controlled comfort with onboard WiFi.

8 hoursfrom AUD $821

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