Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
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
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour with local guide
Private walking tour
Private hawk flying experience
Private transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Gratuities
What to expect
Bath
3h
You will be collected from your preferred pick-up point in Bath and driven to your guide's favourite viewpoint overlooking Bath 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 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.
Some of the places visited on the walking tour are listed below.
Pulteney Bridge
15m
Built in the 1700s Pulteney Bridge is a famous landmark in Bath. You will discover what makes this bridge so famous.
Bath Abbey
10m
You will hear about the fascinating history behind the Bath Abbey. We do not go inside the Abbey.
The Roman Baths
15m · Admission ticket not included
You will hear about the Roman's impact on Bath and the famous Roman Baths. We do not go inside the Roman Baths Museum.
Thermae Bath Spa
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.
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.
The Circus
15m
You will visit the beautiful Circus which has had a number of interesting residents.
No. 1 Royal Crescent
10m
You will also visit the magnificent Royal Crescent.
Bath
3h
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.
You will spend approx. 60 - 90 minutes at the falconry 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 there may be 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.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
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.
Additional information
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. If you prefer to fly owls indoors instead of a hawk please let Bath Insider Tours know in advance.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
