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Astral Travels U.K Mini Coach Tours Do you love crystals? Do you know who you were in a past life? Do you believe in the legend of King Arthur? If the answer to any of the above is yes then head west, to the land of converging ley lines and new age lifestyle where all is magical and mystical. Stonehenge Experts and archaeologists are unsure about the original purpose of Stonehenge, but it’s thought to have been an astronomical calendar or a place of worship and ritual sacrifice. What they do know is that the first mighty stones where first laid around 5,000 years ago.Avebury The Avebury World Heritage Site covers an area of 22km square and is one of the largest and most impressive Neolithic chambered tombs in Britain. Like its neighbour Stonehenge, Avebury is a true wonder of the world. Glastonbury Legend has it that Glastonbury was the birthplace of English Christianity and the burial place of King Arthur and Queen Guinevere. Today, attractive Glastonbury is the centre of New Age Culture and is packed with shops selling all things magical and mystical. The Chalice Well Gardens Visitors can drink the (apparently) healing spring water as it pours out of the lion’s head at The Chalice Well Gardens in Glastonbury. Shrouded in mystery and mysticism, it’s said that these gardens are the hiding place of the Holy Grail. Stones and Bones Tour - Salisbury Cathedral and City, Old Sarum Castle, Stonehenge, Avebury stone circle and medieval village, Chalk Hill figures, Celtic burial mounds, Country Pub Lunch. History and Mystery 
                          Tour- Explore the elegant Georgian City of Bath, 
                          famous for its hot springs and Roman Baths, visit the awe-inspiring 
                        Stonehenge Stone Circle and Jane Austins Lacock Village. - Oxford, Shakespeare's Birthplace, 
                          Stratford-upon-Avon, Ann Hathaway's Cottage, The Cotswolds, 
 Woodstock Village and Warwick Medieval Castle.  Pilgrims Progress Tour - Leeds Castle, The White Cliffs of Dover, Canterbury Cathedral and the Gardens of England (Kent) - enjoy the beautiful countryside, see Oast houses and visit the prettiest village in Kent.  Cotswolds Connection Tour - Oxford, The Cotswolds in depth (including the Villages of Stow on the Wold, Burford, Bourton-on-the-Water, Upper and Lower Slaughter - inaccessible by the big coach tours) Magical Tour - King Arthur's Country, Isle of Avalon, Glastonbury Tor and Abbey, Chalice Well Gardens, Stonehenge, Avebury stone circle and medieval village. Culture Vulture Tour - Roman City of Bath, Jane Austen's Lacock, Medieval Castle Combe Village (including delicious cream tea), The South Cotswolds region Romans, Royals and Ruins - Royal Windsor Castle, Runnymede. The Georgian City of Bath, Stonehenge and scenic countryside drive using the back roads Stonehenge Special Access Tours 2008- Go beyond the fences and touch the stones - a unique opportunity - Enjoy exclusive access into Stonehenge Inner Circle and a day in the heart of ancient Britain. Compass Buster Tour - Windsor Castle, Oxford, Warwick Castle, Oxford, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bath, Stonehenge and Salisbury
Our guides are on hand all day to give advice and information for you to make the most of your day. With only 16 passengers to a guide you are guaranteed a personlised service to make your day memorable. Our guides are all local British guides employed solely by us for their individual knowledge and passion.

Choosing our small group tours doesn't mean you compromise on comfort or safety. We use recent models Mercedes mini coaches (less then 3 years old) - coaches renowned for their reliability and safety, custom built to our specification for your comfort - huge panoramic windows for the very best views above the hedgerows, high backed coach seats, 3 point seat belts, air conditioned and a first class sound system.
Customised Tours of Britain & Luxury Transport Service.  We specialise in arranging customised tours to suit your requirements. Our door to door service will take you where ever you want to go.......at the time and pace to suit you. Our personalised service gives you the ultimate freedom and flexibility without the worry of driving so you can all relax and enjoy the day. Our tour planning department are always pleased to help you plan your itinerary to give you the best possible experience. Our knowledgeable, friendly qualified driver/guides will ensure that your visit is truly memorable. No one does it better! Competitive rates for cars, luxury MPV's, mini- coaches and coaches (with driver/guide or driver and guide) to suit your requirements
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» Stones and Bones Tour » Full Day Tour

Highlights: Stonehenge » Salisbury Cathedral and ancient market town » Old Sarum Castle » Avebury Stone Circle » Chalk Hill-Figures » Silbury Hill »

A wonderful journey through the mists of time, exploring the mysteries and rich heritage of ancient Britain'


Visit the beautiful medieval city of Salisbury and explore the magnificent Cathedral crowned with the tallest spire in Britain and built by medieval craftsmen over 750 years ago. See one of the few surviving original texts of the Magna Carta and wander around the picturesque streets of this ancient market town.

Afterwards,we visit Old Sarum Castle (Old Salisbury), one of Britain's earliest settlements. First occupied over 5000 years ago, its been occupied and defended in turn by the Romans, Saxons and Normans and it was the site of the original city and cathedral. Explore the ruins of this once thriving city in their ancient and beautiful setting, and enjoy spectacular views over the sweeping landscape of Salisbury Plain.
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Maybe sample the local ales before continuing our scenic drive through the Woodford Valley to the awe - inspiring prehistoric monument of Stonehenge - Click here for 2010 Special Access Dates. Hear about the many myths, legends and mysteries of this World Heritage Site, built over 5000 years ago, and take time to reflect upon its powerful, mysterious presence. As we meander through the the countryside to Avebury, we pass famous white horses carved into the chalk hillsides and picturesque, tucked away villages. We explore the mysterious phenomena of crop circles and take a closer look at any which may be in the area (seasonal).

Avebury, the largest stone circle in Britain and the product of over 500 years of effort by Neolithic man. Enjoy a walking tour of this ancient site and try your hand at the ancient art of dowsing. Prepare to be amazed !There's also time to explore the
charming village of Avebury with its thatched cottages, antiques and village church - and maybe enjoy a cream tea.

We also see Silbury Hill, Europe's largest prehistoric man-made monument yet forever a mystery, before returning back to the present - London.

A truly legendary day out in the ancient Kingdom of Wessex !

This full day tour departs every Wednesday and Friday from Central London 8.00am - 6pm.

Departure Information

07.30AM International Students House Car Park, 229 Great Portland Street, London W1W 5PN (MAP)
07.40AM Outside Cumberland Hotel, Marble Arch (MAP)
07.50AM Outside Harrods, (Knightsbridge tube station exit) (MAP)
08.00AM Outside Premier Inn, Knaresborough Place, Earls Court (MAP)

This tour normally ends by 6.30pm
Adult Price: £74
Child Price: £64 (3 - 16 yrs)

Including hearty pub lunch and all relevant entrance fees:
Stonehenge - 6.50 pounds per person
Old Sarum - 3.90 pounds per person
Salisbury Cathedral - 5 pounds per person

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During the months of May, June, July, August and September we will visit some of the many mysterious crop circles that appear in the 'Stonehenge' area.

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Less is more. Don't be enticed by itineraries packed with top destinations (Bath, Stonehenge, Windsor - Salisbury, Stonehenge, Bath - Stratford, Bath, Stonehenge). You'll spend lots of time on a coach with little time to appreciate the places you visit. Why bother?

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  I would like you to know our guide on the 'Stones and Bones tour' on August 25th was wonderful! He had a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm about the subject-matter which greatly enhanced our tour.
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