After arriving at the meeting point, head directly to the city of Bath, one of England’s most historic and visited cities, and itself a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take in some of the impressive sights of this attractive and historic city as you walk through its picturesque streets. Visit the remarkable ancient Roman Baths, and the Georgian Grand Pump Room. An optional walking tour allows you to see where writer Charles Dickens once lived and worked, and to sample some of the delicious local cheeses. From there continue to the village of Lacock, another historic site dating back to Saxon times. This scenic village has been the site of several major films and productions, with parts of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, and Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone filmed here. Take your time to look around the village, before stopping for an early evening meal in one of England’s oldest pubs, The George Inn, built in 1361. Leave Lacock and head towards Stonehenge as the sun sets, giving you a dramatic view of this incredible monument. Enjoy these jaw-dropping monoliths with a unique viewing experience that guarantees direct access to the stones, unavailable to members of the general public. Your guide will discuss the history of this 5,000 year old site, the most famous prehistoric monument in the world, and explain the many mysterious theories about how exactly it was built. Away from the crowds, marvel at this ancient construction and see for yourself why it is one of the most visited sites in the world, before boarding your coach and returning to London.

See the remarkable prehistoric monument of Stonehenge at sunrise on a full-day tour from London. Enjoy these jaw-dropping monoliths with a unique viewing experience that guarantees direct access to the stones, unavailable to members of the general public. Depart the city at the crack of dawn, and escape the hustle and bustle of the “Big Smoke” as you travel west by air-conditioned coach. Upon arrival at Stonehenge, you will have privileged access to the inner stone circle to watch a dramatic sunrise before the day time crowds arrive. Built nearly 5,000 years ago, Stonehenge is one of the most popular prehistoric monuments in the world. Enjoy a private viewing of the mysterious monoliths as you stand by the mighty sarsen rock. Your guide will entertain you with stories about the site, and point out the altar, slaughter and heel stones, where the sun rises on the summer solstice. Continue to the small village of Lacock, founded in the Saxon era. Many of the buildings formed part of an extensive monastery complex. Now owned by the National Trust, the pretty village was the setting for Jane Austen's “Pride and Prejudice” and “Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.” There will be time for a delightful walk, before enjoying breakfast in a classic English pub. Next, go to the Roman city of Bath, famous for its elegant Georgian architecture at sites such as the Royal Crescent and Circus. Marvel at the city’s beautifully proportioned streets, and see the much-photographed Pulteney Bridge over the River Avon. End at the Roman Baths, the best preserved Roman spa from the ancient world. Dating back to AD 60, the Baths are still fed by the hot springs and limestone aquifers of the Mendip Hills. The museum houses artifacts from the Roman period, including objects and offerings thrown into the Sacred Spring.

Get a tour through the streets of London, then see still more from the River Thames, on a scenic private river cruise. Watch the Changing of the Guard and get photos that do not include the tops of other people’s heads! Continue on through the Salisbury Plains to Stonehenge on a luxury air-conditioned bus. Some of the great places you’ll get to see on this tour include Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye. The bus will pass by Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece, the incredible St. Paul’s Cathedral.  A trip on the Thames is next, where you'll pass Shakespeare’s Globe Theater, Cleopatra’s Needle and London Bridge. Upon arrival at Embankment pier, the tour rejoins the bus and heads for Buckingham Palace. From a great viewpoint, you’ll get to see the Changing of the Guard and the soldiers marching to music in their smart red coats and busbies. There will be a 1-hour-break for lunch in Victoria before you board a luxury, air-conditioned bus to head to Stonehenge. The famous, prehistoric site is one of the most amazing things in Britain, standing alone in an empty tract of the misty Salisbury Plain. Learn about all of this and more on your visit to Stonehenge, an ancient feat of engineering and design that has kept people guessing for generations.

Embark on a half-day trip from London to the one-of-a-kind World Heritage Site, Stonehenge, and discover the magic and mystery behind the famous landmark. With your transportation and skip-the-line ticket organized you can enjoy a hassle-free experience. Choose the self-guided option to explore Stonehenge on your own. During your self-guided tour, you can enjoy the unique ambiance and mystery that surrounds the ancient site without any interruptions. Take time to admire the picturesque surroundings and the Neolithic village. Enrich your experience with a guided tour of the mysterious Stonehenge. Learn historical facts and myths about the origins and purpose of this ancient site. Discover the historical and scientific theories on who built Stonehenge and why, as well as some of the many conspiracy theories that surround it.