10 Private Tours in South East England That You Shouldn't Miss

Visit the beautiful Cotswolds, the World Heritage Site of Stonehenge, Bath and Oxford on this Two-Day Private Tour from Southampton. Over two days see the prehistoric stone circle of Stonehenge, discover Britain’s grandest Georgian architecture in the city of Bath, spend the night in a quaint Cotswold village, and wander beneath the dreaming spires of Oxford.  Highlights • Two day tour from Southampton to Stonehenge, Bath, the Cotswolds and Oxford • Learn about the fascinating history of the Cotswolds villages • Explore the prehistoric stone circle of Stonehenge; a World Heritage Site • Visit the Roman Baths in the city of Bath • See the dreaming spires of England's most famous university city - Oxford • Private tour ensures personal attention from your local guide

Inclusions: Professional local guide/driver, Transportation in a modern comfortable air-conditioned vehicle., Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Tickets to Stonehenge and the Roman Baths

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drink, unless specified, Entrance fees, unless specified, Accommodation in the Cotswolds

This 3 day private tour gives a fantastic experience of the attractions in the West of England whilst spending 2 nights in the beautiful city of Bath. The tour starts with your pick-up from the port/hotel at Southampton and includes a drop-off at the end of the tour for your next destination. Places visited include: Stonehenge, the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath, the Roman Baths, Wells - England's smallest city, the birth-place of the Cheddar Cheese and stunning countryside & villages. Accommodation is not included. Please contact Bath Insider Tours if you would like recommendations or assistance with your accommodation.

Inclusions: Private 3 day tour with local guide, All admission prices (Stonehenge, Roman Baths, Wells Cathedral), Private transportation in air-conditioned vehicle, Cruise ship/hotel pick up from Southampton, Private transfer to your next destination (within 3 hours drive of Bath)

Exclusions: 2 nights accommodation in Bath, Food and drinks, Gratuities

The Exclusive Flight is for hire of the whole helicopter, the aircraft will carry up to 3 passengers (R44) or up to 4 passengers (EC120) plus your Professional Pilot. The Pilot will provide helpful commentary along the way while talking to Air Traffic Control. Sit back and relax as we take you on the Royal Surrey Tour! This fantastic trip takes you over the beautiful Surrey countryside and combines scenic country views with historic buildings. Flight time is approximately 20-25 minutes, air traffic allowing. We recommend allowing an hour for the whole experience with us.

Inclusions: Helicopter tour - including hire of whole helicopter, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Gratuities

Go on an unforgettable adventure and discover the beauty of the capital in the most unique way...from a private micro plane! You’ll see stunning views of the London skyline in distance, the O2, Wembley Stadium, and many more sights for you to discover with a local pilot! Your pilot is key to this adventure. They are sharing the flights' direct cost, not making a profit. They just love to fly and want you to understand their passion for aviation. So be sure to meet your pilot directly at the airfield provided, as there are several private airfields around. ++Confirm weather conditions with your pilot++ --> Access a local airfield --> Discuss the flight route together with your pilot --> Pre-flight check --> Up you go, enjoy the view from a whole new perspective! The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot, aircraft, and weather. Please let us know your flexible hours/days upon booking, and make sure that you've been in touch with us beforehand!

Inclusions: Access a private and exclusive airclub around London, Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special, 1 Hour Private Sightseeing Flight, Pilot's headset

Exclusions: Transportation to/from the activity, Food & Drinks

Avoid a long wait at the taxi rank or the stress of navigating public transport with this chauffeur driver private transfer from Southampton cruise terminal to London via Oxford and Blenheim Palace. Book this private transfer and your driver will collect you from Southampton cruise terminal or nearby accommodation and transfer you to central London or London Heathrow via Oxford and Blenheim Palace. The transfer includes a private guided tour around Oxford and includes pre-booked admission into Blenheim Palace giving you fast-track entrance.

Inclusions: One-way private transport in a modern comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, Southampton port pick up and hotel drop off in central London or Heathrow Airport, Professional local guide/driver, Tickets to Blenheim Palace

Exclusions: Entrance fees to other attractions, Food or refreshments, Gratuities

Go on an unforgettable adventure and discover the beautiful coast of Bournemouth in the most unique way...from a private micro plane! You’ll see stunning views of Bournemouth beach and pier, the Jurassic Coast, Sandbanks, and many more incredible sights for you to discover with a local pilot! Your pilot is key to this adventure. They are sharing the flights' direct cost, not making a profit. They just love to fly and want you to understand their passion for aviation. So be sure to meet your pilot directly at the Bournemouth Airport. ++Confirm weather conditions with your pilot before++ --> Access a local airfield --> Discuss the flight route together with your pilot --> Pre-flight check --> Up you go, enjoy the view from a whole new perspective! The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot, aircraft, and weather. Please let us know your flexible hours/days upon booking, and make sure that you've been in touch with us beforehand!

Inclusions: Access a private and exclusive airclub around Bournemouth, Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special, 1 Hour Private Sightseeing Flight, Pilot's headset

Exclusions: Transportation to/from the activity, Food & Drinks

Canterbury offers a wealth of British history spanning centuries. Avoid London's heavy traffic. - I will pick you up by car at Bromley South station. We will drive through the scenic Kent countryside for about 90 mins before arriving at beautiful Canterbury. Travelling by car gives you access to other wonderful locations in Kent, many hard to reach by train or crowded coaches. (Please see my profile for more information). Explore the city’s quaint streets with me, a Kent local, who will point out places of historical interest, including the locally named 'Crooked House’, The Old Weavers' House and Buttermarket. How about a spot of English cream tea at one of the tea houses? N.B. Tickets to Canterbury Cathedral* may only be bought at the entrance. Queuing times vary. To ensure you have privacy, I won’t be accompanying you if you wish to visit the Cathedral, however, will meet you again afterwards. *Check 'Upcoming Closures'

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Guided walk outside, All Fees and Taxes, Car parking, No tour fee for kids 10 years and under. (Must be accompanied by a relative 21+ years old).

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up, Tickets to Canterbury Cathedral and tour inside, Meals and beverages

This tour is designed for a small private group and can accommodate up to 16 passengers. You can be sure of a nice friendly atmosphere in a modern comfortable nifty minibus capable of taking the small roads and side streets, avoiding heavy traffic when necessary. Also this makes for a more interesting tour as you will be taken through beautiful small country roads where the bigger coaches cannot go. No time wasted loading and unloading gives you much more time to enjoy your tour of the Cotswold. Your experienced friendly driver/guide will point out places of interest throughout the journey and you will see famous villages buildings and monuments, the best of the Cotswold and Oxford. Your guide will make sure that you are comfortable at all times and enjoying a day to remember in the beautiful english Countryside.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions:

Lump in the throat that comes from Alma mater nostalgia? Surge of love-hate emotions tied up with classrooms and profs? Pretty much a given…on the cobbled streets of the oldest university of the English speaking world, with your enthusiastic historian-guide. Cover the obligatory stops, including Bridge of Sighs at Hertford College, New College, University Library, Sheldonian Theatre, Christ Church Radcliffe Camera building. Get your head around the unique college-system of Oxford and Cambridge and the infamous ‘Town and Gown Wars’. Shiver at stories of Oxford martyrs burning at the stake. Explore movie locations - Harry Potter, Bridshead Revisited, Inspector Morse. Literature buffs can celebrate, because Oxford has inspired many works of fiction from JRR Tolkein, CS Lewis, Lewis Carroll, and JK Rowling. Lunch with a dreamy view of the River Isis to stir up more brainpower. If you’re up for it, climb up a 74′ bell tower for a drone-view of those dreamy spires. A day well spent.

Inclusions: Private Driver Guide, Live commentary throughout the tour, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

The Cotswolds has inspired not just chocolate box tins & tourist photo books but also some of England's most famous artists, like the pre Rapahelites who lived here in the 1800s. See traditional architecture, picturesque landscape & wander around beautiful villages. You have the choice of joining us for either an active but not too active cycle trip through the Cotswolds or you can sit back & enjoy the sights from our car or minibus hire.  Please note that tours are priced here as tour options for either a full day tour typically from 10am to 5pm or a half day tour from 1pm to 6pm.

Inclusions: Driving tour with licensed taxi driver, Local guide

Exclusions: Driving tours- any young children requiring child seat, you must give us adequate advance notice!, Meals & drinks are not included but we will stop at a pub or cafe for lunch + drinks, Entry fees to historic homes, if you choose to include such an optional visit