Stonehenge Inner Circle Private Tour from London with Bath Visit
Description
Take an early or late-access tour of Stonehenge, and walk inside the UNESCO-listed stone circle without any of its daytime crowds. Choose from a morning or evening tour and explore the inner circle of stones — an experience only available to your group. Depending on the time of year, you might even catch the sunset or sunrise, too. This exclusive once-in-a-lifetime experience, which additionally includes tours of Lacock and Bath, sells out quick as tickets are limited; book now for an excursion you won’t forget! You can also upgrade your day trip with a visit to the Roman Baths.
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Itinerary
Experience Stonehenge with exclusive access to the Inner Stone Circle. Unlike regular visits, which keep guests behind a perimeter path, this exclusive opportunity allows you to step inside the ancient circle and walk among the towering stones in a quiet, uncrowded setting. Available only on select dates and times, either at sunrise or sunset, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you'll uncover the myths, mysteries, and archaeological significance of this 5,000-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site from a truly intimate perspective
Next, we visit the little-known, picturesque village of Lacock, which dates back to the Saxon era. This charming village has served as the backdrop for numerous movies and TV dramas, including Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice and Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Enjoy a peaceful stroll through this small but beautiful village.
We stop at the historic George Inn, a beautifully preserved 14th-century pub known for its traditional timber-framed architecture. Nestled in the heart of the village, this charming pub offers an inviting setting where you can enjoy an optional breakfast or dinner.
Explore the magnificent Roman Baths, located in the historic city of Bath, where over one million litres of naturally heated spring water still flow daily. Immerse yourself in the history and engineering marvels of this well-preserved ancient complex, offering a fascinating glimpse into Roman life and culture. (Entry included if this option is selected.)
Drive past No 1 Royal Crescent, an iconic Georgian townhouse in Bath that offers a stunning glimpse into 18th-century elegance and architecture. This beautifully preserved home showcases the lifestyle of the wealthy during Bath’s heyday.
Admire the stunning Bath Abbey, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture in the heart of Bath city center. Entry is available as an option, allowing you to explore its breathtaking interior, intricate stained glass, and rich history.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Access to the inner circle of stones may be prohibited in wet weather conditions for health and safety reasons. On these occasions we still include a guided tour of Stonehenge beyond the outer walkway, normally roped off to the public.
- At certain times, due to the long summer daylight hours, it is not possible to see the actual sunrise or sunset. The tour arrives as early/late as possible to enjoy the private tour inside the stones
- Please note that as the access time to Stonehenge changes by season, the order of the itinerary may change.
- We are unable to accept requests from customers wishing to join the tour at Stonehenge.
- Child under 3 yrs must be requested at the time of booking
- This tour runs from April to March, with 3–4 days per week in summer and reduced operation in winter. No tours in October and November as the Stonehenge stone circle is closed.
Reviews(2,280)
What an amazing tour this was! Our guide, James, and driver, Neil, were absolutely wonderful. James was extremely knowledgeable about both Stonehenge and Bath and made the experience so interesting. One of the highlights was being able to enter the Inner Circle at Stonehenge. Only about 2% of visitors get this opportunity, and there is so much you miss when you can only view Stonehenge from behind the ropes. Being able to walk among the stones was truly an incredible experience and absolutely worth it. From there, we continued on to Bath, which was beautiful. I honestly could have spent many more hours exploring there! I also have to mention how wonderful the company was to work with. Our flight from the USA to London was cancelled, delaying us by more than 24 hours and making it impossible for us to take our originally scheduled tour. I contacted Viator, who reached out to the tour operator, and they were kind enough to move our reservation to the following day. They were incredibly understanding and accommodating during what was already a very stressful situation. I highly recommend this tour—especially the Inner Circle experience. It was definitely one of the highlights of our trip!”
Great times with James and Niel. The bus wasn't full so we had double the time at Stonehenge.
10/10 with James and Niel! We spent the whole time in the inner circle and didn’t need to split it in half because our group was small. Plenty of time for pictures and immersing ourselves. He also didn’t just dump us in Bath like other tours do. He gave us a walking tour along the way to the Roman baths. Finally, he definitely felt the vibe of our group. At 5:30 am, he didn’t push too much history when everyone was so tired but he made sure to give us tons of info once we were awake after coffee! Niel kept the coach air conditioned well in the 90+ degree weather which was also a relief!
James and Neil were wonderful! The tour was informative, fun, well paced and comfortable :) It had a nice balance of guided information and free time to explore. It was also very reasonably priced. Highly recommended!
James and Neil were great! Very helpful. Getting to go into the stone circle was amazing and James really found great ways to make the day more fun.
Fabulous. James was full of interesting information and the whole experience was enjoyable. Neil made the long drive as comfortable as possible. Worth the money
Great experience with tour guide James and driver Neil. Comfortable charter bus, knowledgeable guide, plenty of time to separate from group and tour on your own. Having inner circle access to Stonehenge was a once in a lifetime opportunity. Highly recommended.
What a great tour! Being able to walk among the stones with a relatively small group was unparalleled. Our guide James told us stories and history with dry humor that made the drive feel short: Bath was a beautiful city, and James made sure to tell us about the sights before we roamed free. And great driving, Neil! I highly recommend this tour! 👍🏻
James (tour guide) and Neil (driver) were amazing!! We had a wonderful time and learned so much about the areas we traveled to!
Our guide Rowen and driver Mo were excellent. Stonehenge was amazing and highly recommend the close up tour.
