On your first day, dive into the splendors of the Jurassic Coast. Start at Durlston Park for stunning views of Old Harry Rocks, then stroll along the fossil-rich shores of Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. Discover the thousand-year-old history at Corfe Castle. The day also includes visits to the scenic Isle of Portland and West Bay, the picturesque setting for Broadchurch!
On day two, journey to the enchanting town of Glastonbury, exploring the fabled Glastonbury Tor. Delve into history at the iconic Stonehenge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by a visit to Salisbury Cathedral, which houses the well-preserved Magna Carta. Your day concludes with a return to Bournemouth, where our expert guide ensures a memorable, comfortable, and stylish experience in our intimate group setting!
WHERE DO WE STAY OVERNIGHT?
Your B&B or Hotel overnight stay is in Lyme Regis (see map).
IS ACCOMMODATION INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR?
No, your accommodation is not included in this tour.
HOW DO I BOOK MY OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION?
There are many ways to book your B&B or Hotel accommodation, we suggest using Booking.com or one of the many hotel / B&B booking websites on the internet.
HOW WILL I GET TO MY BOOKED ACCOMMODATION IN LYME REGIS?
Your guide will drop you at your booked accommodation in Lyme Regis. Be sure to let your guide know your B&B or Hotel address.
I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS, CAN YOU HELP ME?
Yes, please email us at info@dorsettours.com or give us a call on +44 (0) 1305 230053
DEPARTURE
Your tour starts and ends at Bournemouth Train Station (see map)
Or if you have booked a private tour, we can arrange to pick you up at your accommodation.
Start Time: 9 AM
WHATS INCLUDED?
Driver guide
Bottled water
Parking fees
Air conditioned vehicle
TOUR EXCLUDES
Accommodation
Entry and Admission fees
Tip or Gratuities
Lunch/Food
HOW DOES THIS TOUR WORK?
Our tours are part guided. This means at each site your guide will give you a brief description of the area, orientate you, talk to you about its history and explain its geology.
You will then have free time to explore the area as you wish before moving on to the next site.
ACCESS TO DURDLE DOOR
The path to Durdle Door is around 100-200 meters and fairly steep with some uneven ground, this may not be suitable for all. Sensible footwear should be worn.
MINIMUM NUMBER
This tour needs a minimum number of passengers to operate. If this number is not met 3-5 days before your tour date you will be offered an alternative date (if available) or the tour will be canceled and you will be refunded in full.
CANCELLATION POLICY
It is your responsibility to cancel your tour prior to the tour date. No refunds will be issued if you cancel after your tour departure time.
More than 36 hours notice before the tour – 100% refund.
Less than 36 hours notice before the tour – no refund.
*An international reversal transaction cost can be incurred by third party booking software, your bank or credit card company. International electronic reversal transaction costs can be up to 15%.
CRUISE EXCURSIONS
This is NOT a Cruise Excursion and will not pick up from the Port. All Cruise Excursions can be found on our Cruise Excursions page*
DEPART:
Bournemouth Train Station (BH8 8HX)
TIME:
9:00 AM
The Jurassic Coast
To kick off this truly amazing tour, we visit over 10+ stops on the Jurassic Coast, from (Durlston Park) to West Bay including the famous town where Broadchurch was filmed!
Sites Include:
| DAY 1 | |
|---|---|
| Durlstron Park | Weymouth |
| Corfe Castle | Portland |
| Durdle Door | Abbostbury |
| Lulworth Cove | WestBay |
| Lulworth Castle | Broadchurch |
ARRIVAL:
Your accommodation at Lyme Regis.
TIME:
5-6 PM
Having spent a relaxing night in Lyme Regis, your guide will pick you up at 09.30am where you’ll head to your first stop of the day.
| DAY 2 | |
|---|---|
| Glastonbury Tor | Stonehenge |
| Salisbury | Salisbury Cathedral |
Glastonbury
We hope you’ve had a hearty breakfast because this morning we head to the Mystical and enigmatic hill of Glastonbury Tor!
The Tor has long had links to the Isle of Avalon, where King Arthur was buried after his death. You’ll climb the hill that rises 158m above the surrounding county which offers spectacular 360 degree views over Glastonbury.
Stonehenge
Then it’s off to visit the magical ancient site of Stonehenge, World Heritage Site. Learn about the millennia of use that created Stonehenge as we see it today. Fortress, calendar, temple or hospital? You decide.
Salisbury & Salisbury Cathedral
We then visit Salisbury, the historic city and market town that grew up around the cathedral. Explore Salisbury Cathedral, built in 1220, the tallest and most beautiful church building in Britain. Within the Cathedral view the best preserved copy of the Magna Carta, the medieval document written in 1215, that forms the foundation of the rule of law and many countries’ constitutions.
Head back to Bournemouth
After a fantastic 2 days exploring the South West, we head back the Wiltshire countryside to your drop off point in Bournemouth.
“This is one helava tour! Beware, there’s a lot to take in! Magical tour for taking photos. They did a fantastic job to fit so much into 2 days! If you want to see the entire Jurassic Coast, this is your tour!”
STONEHENGE, THE JURASSIC COAST & SALISBURY CATHEDRAL
WOW! All the things we wanted to see and more! Not only does this save you from driving all this way, we also had fantastic commentary from our guide Daniel! We were a couple and the space in the vehicle was comfortable. Would highly recommend.