Private tour in Dorset Nicolas I

Corfe, Stonehenge & Salisbury: private shore excursion from the Port of Portland with driver~guide in an executive vehicle.

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Nicolas I.

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Hello & welcome to glorious England ! My name is Nick and for most of my adult life I have been a wondering, wandering academic full of wanderlust. I'm passionate about travel, very fond of meeting fellow travellers, photography, driving to new places, learning on the way & returning to old favourites with new eyes. Having lived in many different countries & worked aboard cruise ships in shore excursions they are still a few I have yet to visit and believe there is still much to discover. Although I was born in, and my ancestors & progeny hail from, England I have spent many years in British Columbia, Canada. I no longer have a British accent, which is a pity, but at least we will speak the same language ! England is the quintessential land to visit & to be a guide in as there's such a layered history & many diverse places to tour. From prehistoric monumental megaliths, Roman baths, Anglo-Saxon forts, Norman castles, medieval cathedrals, Tudor palaces, Georgian county houses, picturesque seaside villages, vibrant modern cities & the colourful characters who have lived here it could take a lifetime to see it all. When I travel to a new country I find that my time is limited & that often a private excursion is the best way to make use of it. I do not wish to be herded onto a big crowded tour bus waiting for strangers. One wants to travel with chosen companions, start at the location and time you desire, see only those place you are keen to see, have your own questions answered & at your own schedule and pace. All of my private shore excursions & tours include all of these features & can be further customised to suit you and your entourage. They also include private transport in a roomy luxury vehicle which is perfect for touring. Framlingham College, Simon Fraser University, University of Ottawa, BSS., University of Alberta School of Law, Reading law. Member of English Heritage, the National Trust, & Historic Royal Palaces. TFL licensed private hire driver~guide, with comprehensive public carriage liability insurance & DBS. I am not a Blue Badge guide so will not be able to guide you inside some monuments in London. Often I will escort you inside & give you the essential information before entering.

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Overview of your Dorset tour

Corfe is an idyllic village in the clouds & the majestic ruins of the medieval castle are equally impressive. Corfe castle is one of several fortresses built by William the Conquerer in the 1070s. The site is one where you can feel the presence of Anglo-Saxon, Norman & Tudor monarchs who once resided here in their kingdoms of stone. The quintessentially English village of Salisbury flourished around the confluence of rivers, the 'pillars of the earth' & the cathedral close. The medieval cathedral with its dreamy spires is the finest example of English Gothic architecture. It contains many treasures: the memorials to saints & knights, the best surviving version of the Magna Carta, & the oldest mechanical clock. Stonehenge is the most iconic must-see destination an inquisitive traveller can experience when on Earth. It is also a place that I enjoy showing-off my enthusiasm for. You do not want to miss this Neolithic monument to early human ingenuity. The memories and momentous photos will be unforgettable.

Recent Reviews

Julie H.United Kingdom
May 2026

We visited all the locations we had requested and a few more. The vehicle was spacious and the guide was friendly and informative.

Gabriel P.
June 2025

Nick is a great guide. He showed us each place as planned. His vehicle was comfortable and impeccably knowledgeable about each destination, explaining it very well.

Elizabeth C.United States
April 2024

My husband and I had a wonderful trip to Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral. Nick Irving was a good driver, a very knowledgeable guide who was very passionate about the history behind Stonehenge and the Cathedral. He knew the best routes to drive and made arrangements along the way for tickets and site entries. I would be very happy to book another tour with him if we were planning on making another trip to southern England. I highly recommend Nick Irving.

Sharon C.United States
August 2023

We had a wonderful tour of Stonehenge with our guide. Enjoyed it very much and would use him again !

Fay M.United States
July 2023

The day spent with Nick was FULL! We accomplished all we wanted at the Portland port and more. My husband found a tank museum, and Nick worked it in to our schedule. My husband was over joyed. The vehicle fit my 4 over 6 foot tall men comfortably and myself with room for all my souvenirs. Wonderful day touring!

Michelle B.United States
May 2023

Our tour with Nick was amazing! He took us to Stonehenge and on the way he told us so much history about the area. I was really impressed that he actually got out and did all of the touring with us. He was so knowledgeable and nice. I wish we could have him for all of our tours!!!

Your Dorset tour itinerary

As you disembark your cruise ship in Portland there is a shuttle which will take you to Portland castle where I will be parked.Meeting at about 9 am we will drive about 2 hours to Stonehenge. Leaving there @ 1 pm we will proceed to Salisbury. Once you have had lunch we can visit Corfe castle, Durdle Door & Weymouth on the way to the ship. Return to the ship between 4 pm & 7 pm.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minibus

You & your entourage will be comfortably transported & in a spacious, modern, clean & air-conditioned Mercedes~Benz Tourer. This roomy executive vehicle is perfect for private sightseeing tours & transfers; it has 8 wide leather seats with extra legroom, large windows, automatic sliding doors,& room for luggage. You will be driven professionally by your TFL licensed private hire driver~guide & as such have fully comprehensive public liability insurance.

What's included
Other: ~**Admission to Stonehenge, Salisbury cathedral & Corfe castle is included in this tour. ~Bottled water, wifi, airport parking charges. ~You will not be herded onto a big crowded tour bus waiting for strangers. ~Your friendly, helpful and knowledgable personal guide will accompany you, answer questions, take photos & can also tailor this private tour of exploration. ~You & your entourage will start & finish at the time you desire & see only those attractions that are of interest to you on your own schedule, itinerary & pace.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: Admission to Stonehenge, Salisbury cathedral & Corfe castle is included.
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. ~There are superb pubs along the way ~There is also a cafe at the Stonehenge visitor's centre with snacks & refreshments. ~Pick-ups, drop-offs & other attractions outside of its 10 hour duration.
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Meeting location

Liberty Road, Castletown, England, DT5 1AZ, United Kingdom

This private shore excursion with executive transport & personal driver~guide can most often begins from the port of Portland. Once you disembark there is a 5 minute ship shuttle which takes you to Portland castle which is the usual meeting point. Please have your phone on.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
History
Day Trip
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1090247
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

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Who is this private tour in Portland best suited for?

This private tour is ideal for travellers who are arriving at the Port of Portland and wish to explore iconic sites like Stonehenge, Salisbury, and Corfe Castle with the convenience of a personal driver-guide. It's perfect for those who prefer a more intimate and flexible sightseeing experience, allowing you to set your own schedule and pace. The tour is also suitable for families, including kids and seniors, as it is wheelchair accessible and has a light activity level.

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