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Private tour in Dorset Chris B
Portland Shore Excursion Stonehenge and Salisbury
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Welcome my name is Chris, a licensed Blue Badge Guide, experienced Tour Manager, experience Provider, trip planner, and travel consultant. I'd like to think that I'm able to confidently give you a premium 5 star experience For over 25 years, I've been leading groups on multi-day educational, cultural and historical tours across the globe, as well as designing programme and itineraries for individuals, families, tour operators or shore excursions for cruise lines. I am delighted to offer you an unparalleled tour experience. I extend a warm invitation for you to explore the enchanting region of England, particularly my native Dorset—a county rich with history and culture, celebrated by the renowned author Thomas Hardy. Born and raised in this picturesque region, I've spent much of my time discovering its rural beauty by foot and bicycle, fostering a deep passion for sharing its unique charm with visitors. Join me to experience the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast, renowned for its world-famous fossils and geological wonders, as well as the idyllic views and tranquil strolls through villages dotted with thatched pubs and secretive coves with tales of smugglers. Our journey may lead us to the romantic ruin of Corfe Castle, on the mysterious Isle of Purbeck or a pilgrimage to Salisbury's magnificent cathedral with it's famous spire or perhaps the awe-inspiring landscape of Stonehenge and Avebury which stand as a testament to our ancient past. For those seeking a personalized experience, I specialize in bespoke and tailor-made tours. Whether your interests lie in Dorset's hidden gems or the broader allure of the South West or the London area I am here to craft a tour that caters to your individual preferences. If you need further assistance or wish to discuss your tour options, please don't hesitate to reach out. I'm here to help you create the perfect travel experience. Blue Badge Licensed South West England Guide MITG Member of the British Guild of Tour Guides and of the Institute of Tour Guides Member of the Association of Wessex Tour Guides (AWCTG) Accredited Guide for Windsor Castle and Eton 25 years experience guiding groups around the British Isles, Europe, Asia and the far East Comprehensive Public Liability Insurance (£15 million) I do not have any restrictions in regard to my guiding, I can offer a full range of experiences
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English countryside drive to explore mystical Stonehenge and charming Cathedral City of Salisbury
Overview of your Dorset tour
Journey up through the beautiful Dorset countryside and into Wiltshire to visit the magical, mystical and awe-inspiring Stonehenge high up on Salisbury Plain. Walk around the stones with your guide where you'll learn about some of it's secrets and then visit the Interpretation centre and museum. A short drive from Stonehenge brings you to the very pretty, charming and quintessentially English Cathedral City of Salisbury. Enter the 800 year old Cathedral with its famous spire and one of the worlds oldest clocks. Visit the chapter house to see the famous Magna Carta. Then spend some time wandering the medieval streets and perhaps have lunch at one of the gorgeous pubs or Coaching Inns. Drive back to Portland, passing through the Georgian Seaside town of Weymouth and if there's time make a stop at one of the most spectacular views of the Jurassic Coast in the country.
Your Dorset tour itinerary
Pick up from Port, 90 minute drive through Dorset and Wiltshire to reach Stonehenge 1000 Arrive and explore the Stonehenge site 1130 Depart Stonehenge for short 20 minute drive into Salisbury 1200 Visit the town of Salisbury, have a pub lunch (or a quick snack somewhere), enter the Cathedral 3. 00 Depart Salisbury head back to Portland and if time allows a stop at one of the most spectacular view points of the Jurassic / Dorset coastline in the country 5. 00 Arrive back at the Port
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
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England, England, DT5, United Kingdom
Portland Port - either the Cruise Port Pier or Portland Castle, the other side of the port security gates (dependent on the day)
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