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This private day trip is a great way to experience some of the must-see attractions near Bristol. Visit Wells, England's smallest city, and see its magnificent cathedral, buy lunch at a traditional pub and sample Cheddar cheese at its origin. Beyond cuisine and culture, your private adventure includes a scenic jaunt through England's largest and most scenic gorge.
• Visit England's smallest city, Wells, and see the world's 2nd oldest working clock
• See Europe's oldest residential street
• Try authentic Cheddar cheese at a cheese factory in the area where Cheddar cheese was originally invented
• Enjoy the spectacular scenery of England's largest gorge
• Travel comfortably by private transportation with a local guide
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Admission into the Cheddar Cheese Factory
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour with local guide
Private transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch and refreshments
Gratuities
Wells Cathedral Entrance Ticket (in 2024 this was £14 per adult)
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
If your Bristol accommodation is not listed or you prefer to be picked up in a central location in Bristol instead of a hotel please send details of the location.
Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Your guide will collect you from your hotel in Bristol and drive you to the charming cathedral city of Wells. 60 minutes
Wells, Wells, United Kingdom You will have a private walking tour of the historic city of Wells. Some of the places visited are listed below. 180 minutes
Wells Market Place, Wells, United Kingdom The market place is the hub of the city. If you are visiting on a Wednesday or Sunday you will be able to experience the local market that takes place here every week. Fans of the cult film "Hot Fuzz" may recognise their surroundings as the market place featured a number of times in this film. 20 minutes
Wells Cathedral, Wells, United Kingdom You will visit the magnificent 13th Century Wells Cathedral. Its beautiful interior has a number of unique features including the world's second oldest working clock. 60 minutes
Vicar's Close, Wells, United Kingdom The picturesque Vicar's Close in Wells is the oldest residential street in Europe. 10 minutes
Cheddar, Cheddar, United Kingdom After lunch at an English pub you will be driven to Cheddar, the birth-place of the famous Cheddar cheese. 60 minutes
The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company, Cheddar, United Kingdom Today there is only one small cheese factory in the Cheddar area that still produces traditional Cheddar cheese. You will visit this to get an insight into how the cheese is made. If you are lucky you may even see it being made whilst you are there.
At the end of the visit you will have the chance to taste different varieties of the cheese they produce, including a cheese which is matured in the local caves. Should you wish there will be an opportunity to purchase cheese as souvenirs or to enjoy on the rest of your holiday. 30 minutes
Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar, United Kingdom The spectacular Cheddar Gorge is England's largest gorge. Driving through the gorge you will have the opportunity to stop and walk up to your guide's favourite viewpoint on the gorge. You will be rewarded with fantastic panoramic views over the gorge and the surrounding area. This walk does involve a steep 15 minute ascent on an uneven path which can get muddy when there has been rain so this stop is optional as it may not be suitable for everyone.
At the end of the tour you will be driven back to Bristol. 60 minutes
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
A maximum of 6 people per booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure 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.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
jeffandma
29 Jan 2020
This was an excellent tour. Bill shared so much of the history with us it was incredible! We would recommend any tours that he leads. We totally got more than we anticipate from our ventures with him.
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