STONEHENGE & AVEBURY TOURS - private driving tours from London

THE GHOSTS OF STONEHENGE & AVEBURY
Neolithic monuments and megaliths forged in a mysterious landscape...

● Personally-guided full-day driving tour from London.
● For couples, families or private groups. Duration: 9 hours.
● Prices and practical details listed below. Bookings: tours@yourlondontours.com.

ITINERARY - SET TOUR

Silbury and Kennett
The tour start with an initial fast-track out of London. The drive westwards takes us back in time and deep into the county of Wiltshire. First we have the option of exploring the largest prehistoric burial mound in the country, the West Kennet Long Barrow, where once skeletons of the ancient were laid in its multitude of underground chambers. Nearby is Silbury Hill, the world's largest man-made pre-historic mound. Strangely conical in shape, it was made unsafe by multiple excavations and thus has kept its secrets as to its use or meaning.

Avebury
Next, we make our way to the spooky village of Avebury, locked-in by the largest stone circle in Britain. Discover the Devil's Chair, where it is said the dark one himself may be summoned, or the murderous Barber Stone, which exacted a terrible revenge on a villager who tried knock it down. Lunch is an option at a haunted pub within the circle.

Woodhenge and Durrington
In the afternoon we make the journey south, discussing along the way the huge ancient chalk carvings that decorate the slopes of local hills. Soon, we reach Woodhenge and the ancient settlement of Durrington Walls. Latest finds from recent digs around this area will help us theorise.

Stonehenge
Then our day reaches its climax, as we enter the mysterious World Heritage site of Stonehenge itself, an ancient stone structure older than the pyramids of Egypt, and a rare surviving monument of the pre-historic world. Some have a deep fascination with this place, and wonder about its meaning. Those not so swayed by the stones’ magical charms are left pondering the biggest mystery of all - how on Earth did they get there? Finally, on the drive home, reflect on the biggest mystery surrounding these places... just why did Captain Caveman become Fred Flintstone?
● Entrances payable - family/group rate available. Not included in tour price.

PRICE OPTIONS
STONEHENGE & AVEBURY: PERSONALLY-GUIDED FULL DAY SET TOUR	PRICE (Full day 9 hours).
BY PRIVATE CAR (1-4 passengers)	£400.00 (per car) + any entrance fees.
BY PRIVATE CAR (5-7 passengers)	£430.00 (per car) + any entrance fees.
BY PRIVATE MINIBUS (8-20 passengers)	£750.00 (per coach) + any entrance fees.
BY PRIVATE COACH (21-50 passengers)	£850.00 (per coach) + any entrance fees.
RENT-A-GUIDE (transport provided and arranged by client)	£240.00 (per group) + any entrance fees.

HOW THE TOUR WORKS

● Important note: 'Private tour' means a privately chartered guided tour by luxury car, mini-coach or public transport. We do not offer tours to individuals wishing to join a larger group (for this you require a scheduled coach tour operator).

● The guide: Your tour will be conducted by a fully accredited & qualified guide who will confirm your itinerary at the start of the tour and provide a friendly and knowledgeable commentary throughout. For private car tours the guide will also drive the vehicle.

● Pick-up/drop-off: You can be picked-up for your tour anywhere in the London area, whether at your hotel, place of residence, or any venue of your request. The same applies as a dropping-off point after the tour.

● Timings: The guide will meet you at the recommended start time of 09.00 or any time of your request. The duration of this tour is 9 hours from pick-up to drop-off, which includes built-in stops for photo opportunities, facilities, and a 1-hour lunch break.

● Lunch: An appropriate restaurant, traditional pub, or sandwich stop can be arranged for lunch (note: tour price does not include food or refreshments). Alternatively, you may want to bring a pre-packed lunch. The guide usually takes a rest during this period.

● Clothing: Clients should dress appropriately making allowances for the changeable British weather, outdoor activities or visiting churches, etc. Our main tip is to dress comfortably. For more tips to help make your tour even more enjoyable click here.

● Format: The tour has been specially researched and designed by our staff (copyright applies) and is exclusive to Your London Tours & associates. Selected elements of different tours can be combined to create even more options. See our Pick & Mix page.

● General: Rest assured with Your London Tours: All our tours are tailored to YOUR requirements. The guide will be exclusively dedicated to your family or group during the tour itself, so you will be able to relax and enjoy your day.

HOW TO BOOK YOUR TOUR IN 3 EASY STEPS

Note: To avoid disappointment, we recommend early booking. Most of our clients book their tours with us weeks or months in advance to secure their preferred date. We do not take bookings with less than 48 hours notice.

STEP 1: Make a tour enquiry. Send an e-mail to:tours@yourlondontours.com with the following information: 1) Name of tour. 2) Date of service. 3) Number of adults. 4) Number and age of children. 5) Address of hotel or place of residence to be picked up from.

● If the tour is available, we will e-mail you confirming your request, tour price and methods of payment. We will also e-mail you if the tour is NOT available, for example, because we are fully booked, or attractions are not open on the date requested.

STEP 2: To book the tour, e-mail us with the following information: 1) Contact name. 2) Billing address. 3) Cell phone number. 4) Method of payment. 5) Special requirements, interests or information that may help us to make your tour more enjoyable.

● On receiving this information we will provisionally secure the tour date for you. We will then e-mail a booking confirmation form to you outlining your itinerary. This form also doubles as an invoice requesting payment.

STEP 3: Please send payment using preferred method. Please note price does NOT include entrance fees (we recommend they are paid on the day) lunch or refreshments. Privacy, cancellation and refund policies are listed on our Prices & Bookings page.

● Payments can take up to 48 hours to process. On receiving payment, we will send a receipt. Please note tour is not guaranteed to go ahead until 100% of payment has been received. For your peace of mind, we will reconfirm your booking 7 days before the tour.

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