Full Day Jurassic Coast Mini-Coach Tour from Bournemouth
Description
A stunning full day out on the Jurassic Coast. Departing from Bournemouth and visiting all the main sights on the Isle of Purbeck such as Sandbanks, Swanage, Durlston Country Park, Corfe Castle, Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove to experience the nation's first natural UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The bus will drive onto the ferry, you will have to remain in your seat during the crossing.
Overview of Old Harry Rocks and enjoy the lovely beach at the bottom of the cliff.
Drive through the amazing sea town and hear about their history and culture from your guide.
Stop here to enjoy the breathtaking view with a cup of tea from the Durlston Castle's Cafe. Take an easy cliff top walk to see the Tilly Whim Caves and the Anvil Point Lighthouse.
Enjoy your lunch at your chosen pub or cafe. Walk around the lovely village and find the steam train, if you are lucky enough, you will see it travelling past. You can visit Corfe Castle (you will have to purchase tickets by the entrance. National Trust members can enter for free.
On arrival the driver will show you the return pick up point first, in Lulworth Cove Car park for a moment then you will be dropped off at Durdle Door. Explore Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove in 3 hours of free time. The walk down to the Durdle Door Beach is challenging but rewarding. It will take you about 25-30 minutes to walk from Durdle Door to Lulworth Cove over the top. Lulworth Cove has a number of pubs, cafes and tea rooms where there is plenty of time to relax and refresh.. Don't forget to check out the cove itself and the Lulworth Crumple rock formation in Stair Hole.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum numbers apply. Very rarely but there is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- On busy days in the peak season, the queue for the Sanbanks Ferry can be very long and the guide may instead take the route around Poole Harbour, leaving the maximum time out on the Jurassic Coast.
- Strollers are welcome, they can be stored in the boot of the vehicle. Please note some areas are not suitable for a stroller, we recommend to bring a baby carrier as well if wanted to complete all the walks.
- The Durdle Door hike can be challenging for some but we offer alternative to see from up high and Lulworth Cove can be enjoyed by all.
- All children require a seat therefor a ticket, it is then up to the parent to bring a car seat or booster, but we will not refuse travel if you cannot bring one
Reviews(165)
We had a fantastic tour w Paul. He was prompt, informative, & funny! The kids really enjoyed him. It’s a very full day, wear comfy shoes & be prepared to swim. The hike to and from Durdle Door is steep but so worth it!! This was a highlight of our trip so far!
Even though we had the worst weather possible I loved every minute of this tour! The landscape and the villages were so beautiful and Paul was the best tour guide ever! 100% recommended.
Tour was brilliant, Paul was absolutely fab and so kind. Lots of walking but he kept us informed of where to go and how long things would take to do. The sites we visited were stunning, we were especially blessed with fantastic weather! I'd absolutely recommend this tour, thanks again Paul!
Great tour! Paul was an excellent guide! Good mix of time spent in and out of the van. The trip was a great value. I would highly recommend this tour!
The Jurassic Coast tour offers expert commentary on the history of the region along with beautiful views everywhere you look. Paul was an accommodating guide and driver ensuring we not only informed but also well cared for. He was a delight to spend our day with.
It was an amazing trip. The coach was on time and comfortable. The guide and driver, Paul Knight, was knowledgeable, thoughtful, offered information at the right time and with a good tempo. The 3 stops were well calibrated in terms of time allowed at the destination, availability of relaxation and amenities. The peak of the day was, of course, Durdle Door - incredible view. Long walk, but definitely worth the effort. Luckily we had a disciplined group, so there were no delays or unpleasantness.
Despite the cold the only participants were us, the tour started anyway and it was a much better experience than we expected thanks also and especially to the fantastic guide of Paul.
My wife and I had a great day on the full day Jurassic Coast tour. Paul told us he grew up in the area and was very knowledgeable. There were several pick up points in Bournemouth, making it convenient for us to join the group. We enjoyed the tour. Several good stops were not listed on the itinerary so that was a bonus. We caught the steam train leaving the station at just the right time. The scenery at Durlston Country Park, Durdle Door, and Ludworth Cove were breathtaking. My suggestion would be to offer pick up at the Durdle Door parking lot after the climb back up from Durdle Door to take you to Ludworth so you would have time to climb the next shorter hill in Ludworth. The hike back from Durdle Door parking lot to Ludworth took a lot of time and energy that could have been spent in Ludworth. It would have been nice if we could have gotten closer to Old Harry Rocks ( but that may have taken more time) All in all this tour is a good value with lots of things to see. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Great day out on the tour, each stop was special and all the locations were well thought out. The time given to spend at each location was perfect, the day did not feel rushed. Paul was a wonderful guide, full of local knowledge and energy. I highly recommend the tour as a solo traveller.
Paul was an excellent guide, explained everything well, made sure that the tour logistics were easy to follow and took us to amazing places. Excellent value for money.
