South West England Tours & Trips
Imagine the Jurassic Coast in southwest England, Weymouth’s Georgian seafront, walking to Durdle Door, and Corfe Castle's ruins on a hill. There’s more! Durlston Country Park's got wildlife, the South West Coast Path goes on for miles with incredible views, and Dorset's coastline is seriously beautiful. Fossils on the beaches, cream teas in villages - a dream, right?
Excellent
- Choose from 50+ South West England tours
- 300+ verified reviews from TourRadar travelers
- 24/7 customer support
- CG
ckurtz3683 • traveled in March
Nicely paced. Great variety of sites to see. Loved the small tour group size. Plenty of time to explore on your own. David is a fantastic guide. Provided laughter, historical context for each site visited.
Cornwall tour starting in London - D
Denise • traveled in August
Lovely informative driver June Smith, looked after jus well. only complaint was no against tour or compan y was that we were subjected by roa d rage not just oncebut 3 times by the same truck driver jamming his brakes on in front of us probably only 10 feet away from us forcing June to brake hard or be hit. just frightning. but other wise wonderful experience by rabbies. I only use Rabbies when I take tours in UK
3-Day Isle of Wight and the Southern Coast Small-Group Tour from London - M
M • traveled in September
was a great tour except for the 4.5 hr delay on way to Bideford. We feel through no fault of our bus driver or guide, the switchback had caused at least 5 similar accidents this year. We waited 4.5 hours near the site during the late afternoon. The temperature began to drop and several of the elderly tourists were quite uncomfortable. A nearby rental cottage offered us some shelter which many took advantage. Our guide gave us water and distributed a couple of jackets. There seemed to be no emergency plan in place ie. school buses to transfer us to our next destination or a hotel or restaurant to await the recovery of the bus or whatever alternative. We were disappointed that Trafalgar offered us no alternative to a situation.
Best of Devon and Cornwall (London Overnights)
Table of contents
- The best South West England tour packages
- Travel South West England your way
- Best tour companies for South West England tours
- South West England tours for every type of group
- Top South West England travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit South West England
- Contact our South West England travel experts
- What our customers ask about South West England Tours & Trips
The best South West England tour packages
Compiled by
MelissaSouth West England travel expert at TourRadar
3-Day Isle of Wight and the Southern Coast Small-Group Tour from London
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Small group so much fun. Accommodation was good and organisation was done very well.”
Yvonne, traveled in May
The 170m Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth rises above Winchester's historic cathedral on this coastal journey. Queen Victoria's Osborne House, The Needles' white cliffs, and Quarr Abbey's Byzantine architecture paint a royal picture. Two nights in Shanklin with breakfast included at approx. $220 per day.
Duration 3 days Destinations London, Portsmouth, Ryde, Wright Island, Shanklin, Sandown, East Cowes, The Needles, Ventnor, Winchester Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Rabbie's Tours From $1,126
15% Off- NZ$957You save $169
Cornwall tour starting in London
31 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Location visited were well chosen and we had excellent weather!”
Janet, traveled in September
This highly-acclaimed tour (5.0/5.0) showcases Cornwall's dramatic coastline. Cross Tintagel's new rope bridge, step into the subtropical Eden Project biomes, and roam the 17th-century Lanhydrock estate. Rest at carefully selected hotels including the Camelot Hotel in Tintagel and Tregenna Castle in St Ives.
Duration 7 days Destinations London, Tintagel, St Ives, Exeter Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Daceys Cornish tours From
15% Off- NZ$3,270+$664 upfront costs
Duration 7 days Destinations London, Portsmouth, Isle of Wight, Shanklin, Winchester, Stonehenge, Dartmoor National Park, Tintagel, Exeter, BoscastleSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Click Tours From $6,367
45% Off- NZ$3,502You save $2,865
Shades of the English Countryside featuring London, Cornwall & The Cotswolds (London to Cotswolds) (2025)
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
London's Westminster Abbey starts this 10-day Collette tour (approx. $380 per day) through Cornwall's rugged coastline. The elegant Bovey Castle in Devon hosts guests near UNESCO-listed Stonehenge. Local storytelling, country pub dining, and Castle Combe's honey-colored streets create authentic experiences. Dartmoor National Park and Cornwall's Poldark filming locations round out the journey.
Duration 10 days Destinations London, Stonehenge, St Austell, Dartmoor National Park, Cotswolds Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From
45% Off- NZ$6,999
Country Roads of Wales, Devon & Cornwall (Small Groups, 13 Days) (26 destinations)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers
The Jurassic Coast's Lulworth Cove and Cornwall's Port Isaac village highlight Southwest England's beauty. Five-star Bovey Castle in Dartmoor welcomes guests near Tudor-era Athelhampton House. Traditional high tea, Glastonbury Abbey visits, and fresh Padstow seafood complete the experience.
Duration 13 days Destinations London, Oxford, Cotswolds, Bath, Stow-on-the-Wold, Brecon, Brecon Beacons National Park, Cardiff, Glastonbury, PlymouthSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From
45% Off- NZ$12,638
Duration 5 days Destinations London, Winchester, Stonehenge, Exeter, Dartmoor National Park, Boscastle, Tintagel, Falmouth, Saint Michael's Mount, St IvesSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Click Tours From $4,236
45% Off- NZ$2,330You save $1,906
Ancient stone circles dot landscapes from Dartmoor National Park to Cornwall's rugged coast. The Lost Gardens of Heligan unveil their secrets, while the South West Coast Path winds through Polzeath and Daymer Bay. Rest at the historic Three Crowns Inn before sampling Rick Stein's famous seafood.
Duration 6 days Destinations Exeter, Chagford, Dartmoor National Park, Padstow, Port Isaac, Gorran Haven, Mevagissey, Bodmin Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Active England Tours From
45% Off- NZ$5,759
Duration 4 days Destinations London, Bath, Stonehenge Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator Contiki From
45% Off- NZ$1,205
Cornwall's coast unfolds from Padstow's medieval harbor to Charlestown's UNESCO port. Paths lead past Stepper Point's falcon nests through Lanhydrock Gardens and the Lost Gardens of Heligan. Historic harbor hotels and fresh local seafood enhance the coastal experience.
Duration 7 days Destinations Padstow, Charlestown, Mevagissey, Fowey Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
45% Off- NZ$4,906
Isle of Wight Discovery (Hotel) - 3 days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The mini bus was very clean and comfortable, and our guide was very informative and friendly.”
Lynne, traveled in August
The 170-meter Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth stands sentinel over The Needles' dramatic chalk stacks. Queen Victoria's Italian-styled Osborne House, ancient Winchester Cathedral, and historic Runnymede reveal Britain's royal history. Comfortable stays await at Channel View Hotel in Shanklin.
Duration 3 days Destinations London, Portsmouth, Isle of Wight, Winchester Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $1,890
35% Off- NZ$1,229You save $662
Travel South West England your way
More travel styles:
Best tour companies for South West England tours
Our travelers consistently highlight three tour operators that really stand out in customer service. Rabbies has built quite a reputation through their guides, and we hear particularly good things about Amir and Mark - they bring real depth to their tours with solid historical knowledge and engaging stories. British Heritage Tours gets high marks for putting together logical, well-thought-out routes and having guides who pay attention to detail. The only common note of caution is that their vehicles can get a bit packed at peak times. We've also received positive feedback about a driver named Olivia, who impressed one of our TourRadar customers with her skilled navigation through Cornwall's winding roads - though we don't have the specific tour company name in that case. Each of these operators has their own style, with Rabbies standing out for their storytelling approach, British Heritage focusing on carefully planned historical routes and smaller details that make tours run smoothly.
South West England tours for every type of group
Who are you traveling with?
Top South West England travel itineraries to fit your plans
3 Day Itineraries
7 Day Itineraries
10 Day Itineraries
Demographics
Solo Travelers60 tours- Couples55 tours
- Seniors (50+)25 tours
Best time to visit South West England
- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter visits to South West England shine through our popular 8-day self-drive tours, which blend royal heritage with historic towns in clever ways. The adventure starts in London where you'll explore Hampton Court Palace's Tudor grounds, then winds through Bath's ancient Roman sites and the mystical stones of Stonehenge. Your journey continues into the Cotswolds, where traditional cream teas provide warmth on crisp winter afternoons, before reaching Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon, which feels more intimate with fewer winter visitors. Our travelers tell us they value the freedom to set their own pace during the shorter winter days, with thoughtful stops including Blenheim Palace, where Winston Churchill was born. The final leg brings you to Windsor, where the castle's State Apartments provide an elegant refuge from winter weather and house magnificent royal collections.
- January 2026 popular 17 tours
- Spring 2026
Your first chance to really explore South West England comes in spring, with small-group tours heading from London to the Isle of Wight. You'll start by going up the 170-meter Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth before catching a ferry across. The highlight for many is Queen Victoria's Osborne House - an Italian-style mansion with golden rooms and carefully maintained gardens. These 3-day trips take in the white chalk formations at the Needles and also the cliffs at St. Catherine's Down. If you've got more time, the 7-day options add Stonehenge, spots to see Dartmoor's wild ponies and also the lovely fishing village of Port Isaac in Cornwall. Our guide Amir gets lots of mentions from TourRadar customers for mixing local insights with great food tips and also keeping the mood up with well-chosen driving music.
- 21 tours
- 45 tours
- popular 55 tours
- Summer 2026
Summer's perfect for longer explorations into Devon and Cornwall. Most popular tours combine Stonehenge with stops along the Jurassic Coast where you can hunt for fossils. The 3-day trips pack in quite a bit - you'll see Durdle Door's natural arch and spend time in Exeter with its Roman walls, gothic cathedral and also Tudor buildings. On 7-day tours you get to properly explore Dartmoor's open spaces, wander through Boscastle's Elizabethan streets and catch a show at the Minack Theatre right on the cliff edge. What works really well is having two nights in places like Exeter and Falmouth - TourRadar customers tell us it gives them proper time to get to know these old port towns and also find their own favorite spots.
- popular 53 tours
- 49 tours
- 53 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2026
By autumn the crowds thin out and the landscapes fill with color. Most people start at Stonehenge before heading to Glastonbury to climb the Tor. Then it's on to Bath where you can take it easy with afternoon tea and walks past Georgian buildings. The longer tours head to the Isle of Wight which is lovely and quiet this time of year - our travelers really enjoy watching the sun go down from St. Catherine's Down and exploring Winchester's old mill and also its cathedral. If you go for 7 days you'll get deep into Cornwall to see St. Ives' galleries, the cliffs at Land's End and also St. Michael's Mount rising from the water. The cooler autumn weather makes it much nicer for walking around medieval towns and coastal paths according to our TourRadar customers.
- popular 55 tours
- 40 tours
Contact our South West England travel experts
Nadine
Expert in South West England at TourRadar
Nadine is one of our seasoned South West England Travel Experts. Reach out to us to get all your questions about South West England tours answered!
- Choose from 72+ South West England tours
- 308 verified reviews by TourRadar customers
- 24/7 customer support
Call us
+64 4888 0182What our customers ask about South West England Tours & Trips
What Makes South West England Different From Other UK Regions?
You'll find this amazing mix of coastline moors and countryside that really sets the Southwest apart. There's these incredible rugged cliffs to explore vast moorlands for hiking and the most charming villages you can imagine. The history here is something special too with Stonehenge standing proud the Roman Baths in Bath and all through Cornwall you'll see its mining heritage. Make sure you experience a proper cream tea it's this lovely local tradition you'll find in tea rooms across Devon and Cornwall.
Where Can I Go Hiking and Enjoy the Outdoors Away From the Cities?
Dartmoor National Park is absolutely stunning with its wide open moorlands and these incredible granite tors plus you might spot wild ponies roaming free. The South West Coast Path stretches an amazing 630 miles along dramatic coastline taking you past iconic spots like Land's End and the beautiful Minack Theatre. Exmoor's really special too combining moorland woodland and coast perfect for hiking and watching wildlife. Getting there's pretty easy by car local buses run regularly or you could join our guided walks like the Jurassic Coast tour where we take you from Weymouth to Lulworth Cove exploring hidden beaches along the way.
How Do I Get Around South West England?
Trains connect all the major spots like London and Bath with some really scenic routes the journey from Salisbury to Exeter on our Bath Devon & Cornwall Rail Tour passes through lovely towns like Yeovil and Axminster. Local buses are great for getting around towns and villages they're budget-friendly too. But honestly having a car gives you the most freedom especially for those rural areas and coastal drives. Our travelers who've done the Corners of Cornwall tour often tell us having a car made exploring places like Port Isaac so much better.
What Local Foods Should I Try and Where Can I Find Them?
You've got to try a Cornish pasty they're these delicious meat and vegetable filled pastries you'll find in bakeries all over Cornwall. The cream tea is absolutely essential scones with proper clotted cream and jam served in lovely tea rooms throughout Devon and Cornwall. Local cider is fantastic too you can try it in pubs or visit actual cider farms across the region. If you're into seafood head to coastal towns like Padstow our Devon & Cornwall tour stops there and the fish and chips are just incredible when it's fresh caught.
Which Lesser-Known Places Show the Real Local Culture?
Port Isaac is this gorgeous fishing village you might recognize from Doc Martin it really shows you authentic Cornish life. Tintagel's amazing with its King Arthur connections and dramatic castle ruins right on the coast you can explore it on our Corners of Cornwall tour. Exeter's got so much going on with ancient walls Norman cathedral and this really vibrant quayside area. Dartmoor's quite special too with these old Clapper Bridges and lovely market towns like Tavistock where Sir Francis Drake was born. Our Highlights tour takes you through Dartmoor where you can see wild ponies and explore historic Princetown.