Jane Austen’s Bath – Private Tour from London
- 12 hours
- Moderate
- £1399 per group, up to 8 guests
Overview
Step into Regency Bath with a costumed Jane Austen guide, then soak up the city’s Roman and Georgian splendour, on a private day trip from London.
Calling all Jane Austen fans and travellers in search of a unique experience, this special day trip from London to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath is not to be missed.
Relax as a private luxury Mercedes transport whisks you away to celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday with a guided walking tour around the best of Bath led by the city’s leading Jane Austen experts.
Explore the world famous Roman Baths before taking the waters of this UNESCO world heritage spa town in one of the City’s wonderfully relaxing spas should you wish.
Book today and literally soak up the best of the magnificent city of Bath.
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What to Expect
1. London
Your day begins with a convenient pickup from your London hotel. Meet your friendly, knowledgeable guide and settle into a luxury vehicle with air conditioning, setting the stage for an enjoyable day ahead.
5 mins
2. North Wessex Downs
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the drive out of London and into England’s picturesque countryside. Your guide will introduce you to the day’s itinerary and share fascinating trivia about the famous chalk hills as you travel back through 5000 years, setting the scene for an unforgettable experience.
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3. Cotswolds
Approaching Bath we enter the Cotswold and pass through sites of ancient battles, spectacular inventions and daring heists worthy of the Peaky Blinders. This corner of the Cotswolds is a brief but beautiful glimpse of a magical region.
4. Bathwick
Arriving at the UNESCO world heritage ‘Golden City’ your guide will explain the story behind this magnificent city and walk you through the grandest of Georgian streets to the majestic Bath Abbey.
30 mins
5. Bath Jane Austen Walking Tour
Embark on an exclusive Jane Austen-themed private walking tour in the company of a guide from Bath’s leading Jane Austen experts. In magnificent period costume they will take you on a regency adventure through the elegant streets of Bath, discovering Jane’s life, the story of the city and the trials and tribulations of 18th century society. This is a unique and truly fascinating way to explore the city.
120 mins
6. Lunch
Free time to enjoy the many delightful food options available in Bath. Let us know what you like and we can make suggestions and even book for you.
90 mins
7. Roman Baths
The world-renowned Roman Baths are the reason people have been drawn to this place for thousands of years and are well worth the visit. Admission is not included but we can organise it for you.
90 mins
8. Spa (Optional Extra)
Having seen the Baths, and heard the stories of taking the water, it’s time to dive in with an exclusive Spa experience. Subject to availability but if you book early we can organise this extra special treat at the end of the day.
90 mins
9. London
As we journey back to London, unwind with our custom in-car entertainment system or simply relax and enjoy the scenery. Your guide will ensure a smooth return, bringing a perfect end to a perfect day.
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Make it your day
Every Tour Britannia tour is private, so the itinerary is a starting point, not a script.
This is the route most of our guests take, but you can change any of it. Your guide plans the day around you before you travel and stays flexible on the day itself. You can linger longer wherever you’re enjoying yourself, skip anything that doesn’t appeal, or stop wherever something catches your eye.
Ways to tailor this tour
- Stop at Stonehenge on the way to Bath
- Visit Lacock, where the BBC’s Pride and Prejudice was filmed
- Finish with afternoon tea in Bath
- Stay on in Bath and we’ll drop you at your hotel there instead of London
- Get picked up from Heathrow, or from Southampton if you’re arriving by cruise ship
- Spread it over two days and add Jane Austen’s House in Chawton and Winchester Cathedral, where she is buried
Tell us what you’d like when you book, or ask us first. We’ll confirm the plan, and any change to the price, before you pay.
“We were easily able to modify and customize the itinerary.”
JRS4140, Tripadvisor
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Questions about this tour
Is the price per person or per group?
Per group. £1,399 covers your whole private group of up to 8 guests, including the luxury vehicle, your own driver-guide and pickup from your London hotel. There’s no charge per person.
Where and when do you pick us up?
We collect you from your hotel or home address in London and bring you back at the end of the day. The tour lasts about 12 hours, and we confirm your exact pickup time after you book.
Are entrance tickets included?
Yes. Roman Baths admission and the Strictly Jane Austen guided walk are included. The spa session is an optional extra.
Can we change the itinerary?
Yes. It’s a private tour, so your guide can change stops, spend longer where you’re enjoying yourselves or skip somewhere. If you’d like something specific, tell us before the day and we’ll plan it in.
Can we bring children?
Yes, children are very welcome. We provide child seats at no extra cost; just tell us their ages when you book.
What is your cancellation policy?
This tour is non-refundable once booked, because the guided walk and Roman Baths tickets are booked in advance. Please check your dates before booking.
What’s included
- Strictly Jane Austen walk with an expert guide
- Roman Baths admission
- Private luxury Mercedes, just for your group
- Your own English-speaking driver-guide
- Pickup and drop-off at your London hotel
- Air conditioning, USB charging and bottled water
- Child seats at no extra cost
Not included: the optional spa session.
Non-refundable once booked, because the guided walk and Roman Baths tickets are booked in advance.
Not ready to book yet?
Tell us your dates and what you’d like to see, and we’ll send you a tailored plan for your day with a confirmed price, usually within 24 hours. There’s no payment and no obligation.
We’ll only use your details to reply to your enquiry. Prefer to talk? Call 0800 787 9757 (+44 800 787 9757 from overseas) or email bookings@tourbritannia.co.uk.
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