Arriving by train from London, our exploration of the Southwest will begin from Salisbury station. Here we will meet our guide and driver. On our way out of town, we will gaze at the Salisbury Cathedral, home of the Magna Carta and an exquisite example of Early English architecture. Impressive even from the car, we will discuss its role in local history as we proceed to Stonehenge, just in time for its opening to the public, in order to beat the crowds and enjoy the view of the stones in tranquility. In the company of our history expert guide, we will engage in the ongoing discussion regarding the origin and significance of the stones, while learning to distinguish historical facts from well-established traditions as we walk in the archaeological park and take in the ethereal magic of the site. 

From here, we'll stop in a local country pub for lunch (at your own expense). We may taste some of the local ales and indulge in traditional dishes such as game pies or a simple ploughman's lunch. After lunch, we'll proceed to the second part of our exploration. 

Once in Bath, we'll stroll through the Georgian streets while learning about the city's Roman origins and its later connections to the dandies and fashionables of London. Our guide will explain the role of the Roman Baths and how they are still today a fundamental fixture of the town. We will visit the site with timed entry tickets to see this impressive ancient site in depth. At the end of our time in Bath, our guide will escort us to the local train station for our return train to London. 

As our day together comes to a close, we will have uncovered what makes Southwest England such a rich destination to visit: lesser-known charms, incredible landscapes, beautiful architecture, and the memorable UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Stonehenge. At the end of the day, we'll return to London on one of the many direct trains that run between the two locations.

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Where do we meet? Where do we end? 
You will meet the guide and driver at the Salisbury train station. From there you will proceed by private car that we've arranged for you. The day will end in Bath where the driver will drop you off at the train station. From there, you will catch the train back to London which will have you back in London by approximately 8:00 pm. Your confirmation email will have more information about the exact meeting point, along with a map. If you are staying in Bath, Salisbury, or anywhere outside of London, please let us know and we can assist you with transport information. 

Can I arrange for a private car service beginning and ending in London? 
Yes! If you prefer to travel by car from London, we can arrange for a full-day car service. Please add the 'Stonehenge and Bath Round-trip from London Car Service' to your cart and leave a note with your accommodation address in the 'Additional Details' box.

We are a bigger group and it won't let us book a larger vehicle at checkout, can we still book?
If your group needs a larger vehicle than the option displayed at checkout please reach out to our team in order to verify availability and pricing with our car provider. Thank you!

What are skip-the-line tickets?

For this tour, your tickets are pre-purchased which allows you to directly enter the security line at Stonehenge without waiting in line at the ticket office. You may still have to wait in a security line or in a line to have your pre-purchased ticket scanned.   

Is this tour good for kids? 
Yes! We have excellent family-friendly experts who can appeal to the learning styles of kids and teens. Please book privately if you have children under 13. Feel free to provide us with information about your children such as favorite school subjects, and hobbies. This way we can match you with the best possible expert.