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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
Meeting and pickup
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.
Itinerary
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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 • Admission ticket included -
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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 • Admission ticket included -
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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 • Admission ticket free -
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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 • Admission ticket free -
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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 • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Foldable strollers accomodated
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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