Explore the Jurassic Coast
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Dodge the Crowds. Explore Like a Local.

We're a tight-knit crew of local adventurers, who are passionate about the area we grew up in, Dorset!

We built Dorset Tours because we got tired of seeing people stuck on massive 50-seater buses, peering at the Jurassic Coast through tinted glass. We do things differently. We travel in small, agile groups and actually get out to explore.

Forget fighting for parking or wrestling with Google Maps. We take you straight to the good stuff! The secret coves, the towering cliffs, and the absolute best local pubs & sights!

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The Dorset Tours Difference

Ditch the Car Keys

Don't waste your holiday fighting Weymouth traffic or paying premium parking fees. You relax, we drive.

Beyond the Traps

We take you to the quiet viewpoints and ancient ruins that the massive tour buses physically can't reach.

Small , Agile Groups

No waiting for 40 other people to get back on a bus. Our small groups mean more time exploring, less time waiting.

Pure Local Insight

No robotic scripts. We bring Dorset to life with raw history, local legends, and a proper sense of adventure.

Meet your Local guides

Skip the Big Coaches. Travel with Friends.

Hello! We’re Danny, Terri, Spencer and Katey.
We aren't a faceless international tour corporation. We are a passionate, small team of local guides based right here on the Isle of Portland.

We started this adventure because we believe the best way to experience the Jurassic Coast isn’t through the windows of a 50-seater coach with hundreds of other passengers. It’s in a small, personal group, exploring the hidden spots massive buses cannot reach.

Our first priority is getting you back to your ship on time, with stories and views you just won't find anywhere else.

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Small Group Experiences from Weymouth

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The Big 3 Tour

The Big 3 Tour

Duration

Day Tour

Group size

0 - 8

Departing Weymouth, join us on this leisurely paced...

from£39.00 /person
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The Big 3 Tour

The Big 3 Tour

Duration

Day Tour

Group size

0 - 8
from£39.00 /person

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Why cruise guests choose us

Shore days should feel easy, local and memorable

From the moment you step ashore at Portland Port, we keep things simple — fair prices, carefully planned timings, local stories and some of Dorset’s best-loved coastal views.

Great value shore excursions

See more of Dorset for your money, with prices often around 40% lower than comparable cruise-line excursions.

Back to your ship on time

Our routes are planned around Portland Port cruise schedules, with sensible return time built into every excursion.

No dock, no worries

If your ship fails to dock at Portland Port, we will refund your excursion so you are not left out of pocket.

Guides, not taxi drivers

We are dedicated local guides who love sharing Dorset’s stories, history, hidden gems and Jurassic Coast viewpoints.

Exclusive Experiences

Prefer a Private Tour?

Turn our tried-and-tested routes into your own exclusive experience. Whether you are traveling as a couple, with family, or a group of friends, a private tour gives you the ultimate freedom.

Choose exactly when you want to depart, linger longer at the spots you love, and travel safely in our comfortable tour vehicles with your own dedicated local guide.

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See our TripAdvisor reviews

Don't take our word for it...

Very Good Tour. Recommended!

This was an excellent full day guided tour of the Jurassic Coast. Our guide was Danny and he was very knowledgeable and very accommodating, even changed the tour to meet our wish to visit The Blue Pool (A hidden gem with an amazing Art Decco Cafe). Excellent Tour all round!

LindaY
LindaYUK

Awesome day on the coast!

Spencer, our tour guide, was great! We saw so many spectacular places and Spencer took great care of us and made stops for photographs as we requested. It was a great day!

ShellyB
ShellyBCAD

Thank you from Weymouth

We were able to get this private tour just a few days out. I think this was because we were during shoulder season. Spencer was early picking us up and made the day all about us, offering us choices of things that we had never even thought of seeing. He has a wicked sense of humor and made the day both fascinating and fun.

GerryT
GerryTUSA

A tour you shouldn't miss

Thank you for a wonderful tour filled with laughter and learning. Danny was the highlight of our day and could not have been more accommodating to our groups questions and needs. Well worth every penny and nearly have the price with far more stops than the cruise excursion alternatives. Sally emailed us couple weeks before and gave very clear instructions for us to meet our guide on that day, very good communication.

MaxY
MaxYGERM

Fantastic day tour !

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour to the Jurassic Coast with Dorset tours. Our driver guide Danny did an excellent job. He was friendly, humorous, professional and provided a lot of interesting history and local information. Booking with Sally was easy and smooth. Highly recommend the Dorset tours team!

IngaB
IngaBUSA

Not to be missed!

Terri was a terrific tour guide. We saw so many interesting sights. He kept us entertained with informative comments on the sights as well as an assortment of tales. What a pleasant tour! Definitely feel that we got our money's worth and now know so much more about the history of the area. Thanks!

HollyR
HollyRSPAIN

Amazing day in Portland, England!

Fabulous experience with Danny, our engaging and informative tour guide and driver. Great recommendations, flexible itinerary. Many thanks to Sally who booked the tour!

BenT
BenTUSA

Very Good Tour. Recommended!

The Jurassic Coast is amazing. There are breathtaking vistas of landscape and rock formation at the ocean shore, old castles and manors - dine at a leisurely pace. The guide, Spencer, made the experience especially special. He was engaging, knowledgeable, and considerate, going above and beyond to enhance the experience. Highly recommended.

GaryH
GaryHUK

Jurassic Coast highlights

Visit Dorset’s famous coastal landmarks, viewpoints, villages and historic places during your day ashore.

Ship-friendly timings

Our cruise excursions are planned around Portland Port arrival and departure times, with sensible return time.

Portland focused

Clear joining instructions for cruise passengers visiting Portland, with local support if you need help.

Small-group tours

A more personal way to explore Dorset than a large coach excursion, guided by local people.

Make the most of your day ashore in Dorset.

Our Portland cruise excursions are designed for passengers who want to see the best of the Jurassic Coast without worrying about transport, timings or planning.

Choose from our scheduled small-group shore excursions or enquire about a private tour built around your ship’s schedule, group size and must-see places.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Free cancellation is available up to 48 hours before the activity start time. If you cancel within 48 hours of departure, or fail to attend, no refund will be issued.

More than 48 hours’ notice before the tour: 100% refund
Less than 48 hours’ notice before the tour: No refund

No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after the scheduled departure time.

Ship Unable to Dock

In the event that your ship is unable to dock due to bad weather or an itinerary change, you will be entitled to a full refund.

Please note: Stripe, our payment processing provider, may retain a reversal processing fee of up to 3.25% to 4.9%, which is beyond our control.

Our tours depart from Weymouth Train Station Car Park. The car park is small so you’ll easiy spot the minibus. 

Find the car park location here: 
Postcode: DT4 7BN

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Your tour departure time is stated in the “Overview” section on the tour page.

Our group sizes are no larger than 15 passengers per group, but can often run with as little a 4, 6 or 8 to a group.

Yes.

Like many small tour companies, we do require a minimum number of passengers to run any of our tours. We like to keep this number as small as possible and often run tours with just 4 people!

If the number of passengers is not met you will be notified around 72 hours before your tour departure and offered an alternative date. *Subject to availability.

If we need to cancel your tour due to insufficient numbers, you will be refunded in full.

Most of our tours include light to walking. Some locations, such as Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, involve uneven paths and gentle slopes. We always explain walking distances on the day, and participation is optional where possible and your guide can explain an alternative route if possble.

Yes. Many of our guests travel from cruise ships and prefer a relaxed pace. We allow free time at each stop and can advise in advance if certain walks may be challenging.

Most tours include a driver guide who provides commentary throughout the day. Some tours, such as Stonehenge transfers, operate as transport with orientation and free time.

Here in the UK we use GBP £.

All tours must be booked through our website and will be taken in GBP £ (British Pound).

There are no entrance fees for the attractions on the Jurassic Coast, however it does cost around £10-12 to enter Corfe Castle. We find that 90% of our clients like to explore the wonderful village of Corfe and take pictures from outside the castle.

Our tours vary depending on the locations and sites visited, and some may be more suitable than others depending on individual mobility needs. Please note that some walking is necessary to access certain sites along the Jurassic Coast.

We are always happy to advise. Please contact a member of our team by email to discuss any concerns, and we will help you choose the most appropriate option.

Yes. Children are welcome on our tours.

However, please note that due to local government regulations If your child requires a booster or child seat, you must supply and fit your own.

We do not offer specific children’s rates for our tours. The ticket price remains the same for all participants, regardless of age.

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