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Get a great introduction to Bath on this private walking tour with a local guide who was born and grew up in Bath and then in the afternoon visit a small falconry in a charming village on the outskirts of the city where you will have the unique opportunity to fly a hawk in the surrounding countryside.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
If your Bath accommodation is not listed or you prefer to be picked up in a central location in Bath instead of a hotel please send details of the location e.g the Bath railway station.
Itinerary
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1Bath
You will be collected from your preferred pick-up point in Bath and driven to your guide's favourite viewpoint to give you a great perspective of the city. The tour continues with a walking tour of the centre of Bath. Your guide, who was born and grew up in Bath, will show you all of the city's famous landmarks and will tell you interesting stories about these and the city. You will also be shown the location of the city's hot springs - without these Bath would not be the city that it is today. Some of the places visited on the walking tour are listed below.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Pulteney Bridge
Built in the 1700s Pulteney Bridge is a famous landmark in Bath. You will discover what makes this bridge so famous.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Bath Abbey
You will hear about the fascinating history behind the Bath Abbey.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4The Roman Baths
You will hear about the Roman's impact on Bath and the famous Roman Baths. We do not go inside the Roman Baths Museum.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
(Pass by)
You will be shown the location of the city's hot springs and Bath's modern spa. Should you wish to visit the Thermae Bath Spa during your stay your guide will give you some useful tips.
Admission ticket free -
The Jane Austen Centre (Pass by)
During the tour you will hear about the connection between Bath and a famous English author: Jane Austen. Your guide will point out the Jane Austen Centre which fans of Jane Austen may like to visit during their stay.
Admission ticket free -
5The Circus
You will visit the beautiful Circus which has had a number of interesting residents.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6No. 1 Royal Crescent
You will also visit the magnificent Royal Crescent.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Bath
After your tour of Bath you will have lunch at a charming English pub. After lunch you will be driven to a non-for-profit falconry located in a small village near Bath. The falconry is involved in the rescue and rehabilitation of wild birds of prey as well as education of the ancient art of falconry. Under the guidance of a local falconer you will be introduced to their birds and taken on a short walk into the countryside to have the unique experience of flying a hawk. Your guide will be on hand to help take photos. The falconry experience takes between 60 and 90 minutes depending on how quickly you feed the hawk! After the experience you will be driven back to Bath. The falconry experience is not suitable for children under 8 and is subject to favourable weather conditions. In the event of unsuitable conditions you will have the opportunity to fly owls indoors instead. If you prefer to fly owls instead of a hawk please let Bath Insider Tours know in advance.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A maximum of 4 people per booking
- The hawk experience is not suitable for children under 8 and is subject to favourable weather conditions. In the event of unsuitable conditions you will have the opportunity to fly owls indoors. If you prefer to fly owls instead of a hawk please let Bath Insider Tours know in advance.
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Cancellation Policy
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 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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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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