Full Day Guided Small Group Tour of Central Dorset

Dorchester, Dorset

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Full Day Guided Small Group Tour of Central Dorset

From £145 /person

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Discover the wild Portland Bill, Ancient history at Maiden Castle, beautiful subtropical gardens, a working swannery and one of the …

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Full Day Guided Small Group Tour of Central Dorset in Dorchester

Discover the wild Portland Bill, Ancient history at Maiden Castle, beautiful subtropical gardens, a working swannery and one of the quaintest English country villages in the south-west. These are small scale tours for 2 to 7 people.

You will travel in comfort in our v class no coaches here! Our local tour guides will tell you interesting facts about each location so you can embrace the history and beauty of each destination. This is a full day out with entrance fees included.

What’s included?

Entrance fees to all locations
Small groups, up to 7
Local tour guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees

Itinerary information

Stop at: Abbotsbury Swannery

First up: Nestled at the very end of The Fleet tidal lagoon is Abbotsbury Swannery OR Subtropical Gardens (Season dependant). They are remnants of the Abbey that used to be located nearby. It is the only managed nesting site of Mute Swans in the world, dating back from the 14th century AD.

1 hour

Stop at: Portland Bill Lighthouse

The Isle of Portland is next, explore the area around the Bill with two lighthouses, a stone arch, quarry works and notorious tidal races, a rough and dynamic area that is always changing. We will hopefully take the opportunity to climb the lighthouse and enjoy the view from the top!

1 hour 30 minutes

Stop at: Chesil Bank (Chesil Beach)

Next stop is lunch*. If it's not too busy we will be stopping at Billy Winters on Chesil Beach. A stylish little surfers bar on the spit of land between Portland and Weymouth. We'll also take a moment to walk up the beach to enjoy impressive views down The Fleet Lagoon. *Price of lunch not included.

55 minutes

Stop at: Maiden Castle

Onwards to Maiden Castle, The biggest Iron Age hill fort in the United Kingdom. The whole area surrounding the castle is rife with history, from Romans to the poet Thomas Hardye.

45 minutes

Stop at: Cerne Abbas Giant

Saving the best until last, we will be visiting the Cerne Giant, and the Nearby village of Cerne Abbas. The giant being a chalk carving of unknown age and origin, whereas the village has to be one of the prettiest in the area, boasting three separate pubs and a magical well.

1 hour 15 minutes

Meeting & Departure Points

Departure Point

Dorchester South, Copper St 6, Dorchester, DT1 1GH
Dorchester South Train Station will be used as meet point for non pickups.

End point

Dorchester South, Copper St 6, Dorchester, DT1 1GH

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Foldable strollers accomodated
Pickup and dropoff service is at request. Only local areas (Dorset/Devon/Hampshire) will be served. If unable to meet at desired pickup then a public transport hub will be chosen as a meeting point.
Not wheelchair accessible
Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult.