After collection in the morning we drive to the city of Bath to visit the Roman Baths and 
Pump Room. In the late afternoon we visit Lacock for an early evening supper in a 13th century inn, before driving to the ancient monument and now world heritage site- Stonehenge. As the sun begins to set, we enter the stone circle (which is normally roped off to the public) for a unique private viewing. The most dramatic and atmospheric way of visiting Stonehenge.
On selected days the tour operates in reverse, beginning with a private viewing of Stonehenge before it opens to the public in the morning, so we see the stones in the eerie morning light. This is followed by our visits to Lacock and Bath.
STONEHENGE - PRIVATE VIEWING AT SUNSET OR SUNRISE
Built nearly 5,000 years ago, Stonehenge is the most probably the most popular prehistoric monument in the world. Most visitors to the site are not allowed direct access to the stones. With Premium Tours you get that access, with a private viewing of the mysterious monoliths. We will enter the ancient stone circle itself and stand beside the mighty Sarsen rocks that tower above us. Our guide will explain the history of this ancient site, pointing out the altar, slaughter and heel stones, above which the sun rises dramatically on the summer solstice. There will also be time to enjoy the peace, away from the crowds, as we experience Stonehenge at its most mystical and atmospheric best. Not to be missed!
LACOCK
Lacock is a little known, picturesque village dating all the way back to the Saxon era. Many of the beautiful buildings originally formed part of an extensive monastic complex and are now owned by The National Trust. So pretty is the village that it has provided the setting for many movies and TV dramas including Jane Austens Pride and Prejudice and more recently Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone. We will take a delightful walk before we enjoy an early evening supper* (or breakfast for morning tours*) in The George, a vintage pub built in 1361.
*food/drink not included
BATH
The city of Bath is a world heritage site. A beautiful Georgian city with delightful crescents, terraces and architecture. There will be plenty of time to visit Bath Abbey, or to shop and explore. Your tour guide will also conduct an optional walking tour to show you where the famous writer Charles Dickens lived and worked as a young man, and a give you a chance to sample some delicious cheeses fresh from the local dairy farms. Then we will enter the magnificent Roman Baths, where over one million litres of boiling water still burst free from the hot springs everyday.
Please Note: Occasionally, due to unforeseen weather conditions in the winter months, access to the inner circle of stones can be prohibited due to health and safety requirements. On all tours we still include a private guided tour of Stonehenge that walks beyond the earth barrow and up to the stone circle
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