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Simply Stonehenge Half- Day Tour from London

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• Stonehenge visit with convenient transportation from London
• Chance to explore millenia-old rock monument up close
• Come up close to the 5,000 year old Stone Circle
• Museum with immersive exhibits & well-preserved artifacts
• Onsite gift shop & cafe offering unique souvenirs & snacks

Activity location

• SP4 7DE, Stonehenge, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

• Buckingham Palace Road Afternoon Tour - Bus Stop 1
• SW1W, London , England, United Kingdom

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• Wed, May 1 $87
• Thu, May 2 $87
• Fri, May 3 $87
• Sat, May 4 $87
• Sun, May 5 $87
• Mon, May 6 $87
• Tue, May 7 $87
• Wed, May 8 $87
• Thu, May 9 $87
• Fri, May 10 $87
• Sat, May 11 $87
• Sun, May 12 $87
• Mon, May 13 $87
• Tue, May 14 $87
• Wed, May 15 $87

Afternoon Tour

• Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes 5h 30m 5h 30m

This option departs from Golden Tours, Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, London SW1W 9SH

What's included, what's not

• What's included What's included Self-Guided Tour of Stonehenge
• What's included What's included Entrance Fee
• What's included What's included Roundtrip Transportation Between Stonehenge and Central London
• What's included What's included Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach
• What's excluded What's excluded Hotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

• Children 2 and younger are complimentary.
• Check-in is 30 minutes prior to the booked tour start time.
• This tour is unescorted
• Audio guide in English can be downloaded for free on smartphones. Visitors must search for ‘Stonehenge Audio Tour’ to download the app and must open it while being connected to internet, to enable relevant updates to take place. The app will not work offline. Customers are advised to bring their own
• All visitors using the shuttle bus at Stonehenge will be required to wear a face covering.
• Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the shuttle bus at Stonehenge is operating a reduced service. The shuttle bus will be prioritised for those who need it and customers will need to wear a face mask to use the service.
• Visitors might need to take the 2.6 mile circular route from the Visitor Centre to the Stones by foot. Customers are advised dress appropriately for the weather, wear sturdy shoes and carry water.

What you can expect

Embark on your own exploration of the intriguing rock formations of Stonehenge on this self-guided trip with comfortable transportation from central London. Check out immersive exhibits at the onsite museum, snap some postcard-worthy photos, and learn more about the site through informative audio-guides.

Get picked up in central London and enjoy the ride to the west, passing though the charming English countryside and rolling hills flecked with quaint farms. Reach Stonehenge and hop out, stopping at the visitor center to pick up your audio-guide and ask any questions you may have before checking out the site.

Spend some time wandering between these massive stone arrangements, imagining what function they might have served when they were placed here thousands of years ago. At the museum, get up-close looks at artifacts found in the area and find out what folkloric stories and myths are attached to this mysterious place.

Before you head back to London, consider stopping in at the gift store for memorable souvenirs or grab a bite to eat at the cafe, which offers up tasty pastries, freshly prepared sandwiches, and hot beverages.

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Enhanced cleanliness measures.

• Vehicles and venues cleaned with disinfectants
• Vehicles and venues kept vacant between travelers
• High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected

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• Contactless ticket redemption
• Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

• Masks and gloves required
• Personal protective equipment worn by staff
• Hand sanitizer provided
• Masks and gloves provided
• Temperature checks given to staff
• Temperature checks available
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This was sweet and simple, Caught the tour bus at a Tour Bus station. 90 minute ride there. Given directions for return to Tour Bus which was climate controlled and very comfortable seating. Visited/Viewed and took photos for 2 hours, had lunch, which we brought with us in a back pack. 90 minute ride back with 2 stops for drop off. Very good, private viewing of a remarkable place.

Thank you of your feedback. Our 'Simply Tours' are a great way to visit either Stonehenge or Windsor, when customers are limited to time, offering the transportation to and from the city, and time to wonder inside the attractions within the time frame given. We are delighted that you enjoyed your time, and hope we can welcome you back in the future. Thank you for booking with Golden Tours.

We had such a fun time. This was an excellent way to see several neat places in one day. Our guide Ivan was very helpful and informative. He kept it interesting and real. The driver, Koui, was witty and smart. He kept us on track and got us to each location quickly and safely. The lunch was filling and tasty. The only issue we had was finding our tour among all the others at the pick up location. This could be better executed.

This day tour was everything it promised to be and more! The tour guide Simon was hilarious and very knowledgeable about all the areas we visited, and was always willing to answer extra questions or help a guest with something. The driver Tony was delightful too and he was a safe driver who also ensured that we made it to every destination on time. I highly recommend this tour as it was a great way to spend the day and visit several sights you might not see otherwise while in London. Thank you Simon and Tony for your great service!

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your comments. We are delighted to know how much you enjoyed your tour along with your Simon and driver Tony. We are sure they will be thrilled to know they made your journey and tour feel so much safer and enjoyable! We do hope to be able to welcome you back in the future onto one of our many other tours, in and around the city. Thank you for choosing Golden Tours.

My husband and I did this tour with our 2yo son. It was extremely fast paced! The first stop is Windsor Castle. Since we had our toddler, we basically only had time to do a quick walk through. There is a changing of the guard that happens here, but we weren’t able to see it because we needed to get back to the bus. Our tour guide, Rick, who btw was awesome, had warned us of this in advance. If you are traveling with small children, bring your stroller because there is a lot of walking on this tour!!! There was a boxed lunch provided to us after Windsor Castle, which we ate on our way to Salisbury. After Salisbury, you will go to Stonehenge, and then Bath. There is so much history that you get to experience on this tour. Our guide, Rick, was phenomenal! Great sense of humor and extremely knowledgeable. He even sang “The wheels on the bus” over the intercom to our son - one of my personal highlights!! I highly recommend this tour but parents of young children, keep in mind there is quite a bit of walking. So you know what your children are capable of handling.

So we took this tour on the spurge of the moment. literally 4 minutes before the bus left. The tour guide was something out of this world. His name is Patrick and it helps to follow his HAT to find him when needed back to the bus. He is charming, funny as hell and well educated along the way explaining the tour and other things I came in question with like what is a free house. He had to put up with a most challenging family in the back of our bus the entire trip. They were loud rude obnoxious messy and always late getting back tot the bus.. I am surprised he kept his debonair poise. I had suggested karaoke on the bus and he was the first to start signing.. Our bus then became into a Bollywood concert. Patrick even showed us off the beaten path with a couple of us. I now know what an Abbey is.. He taught me a lot on the tour and side stuff about your country as well. I wish I had more time with him with a less noisy family on the bus. I recommend the tour and hope you get Patrick..

Thank you for your wonderful comments on your recent tour. Sounds like an excellent time was had all round. Thank you for mentioning Patrick in your feedback, we are sure he enjoyed the tour just as much as you with the suggestions and help received. Thank you for the recommendations and we do hope to see you again soon!

Travelling through London couldn't have been nicer but then we got on the Lilac bus (its blue but Lilac...confusing but easy to follow don't worry!) We met Liam a very witty tour guide who is great at customer service and helping people on the bus get where they need to go. He personally apologised for the awful traffic to every person while keeping spirits high and tried to help get them to where they wanted to go as fast as possible all while giving wonderful anecdotes of London. Thank you Liam. Great Tour!

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Stonehenge tours from London are a popular and easy day trip.

The Best Stonehenge Tours

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Stonehenge poses more questions than answers, making it one of the most mysterious prehistoric monuments in the world. And because of its proximity to London, the famous landmark makes for a popular day trip from the city . Organized Stonehenge tours from London typically include round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned coach, as well as visits to other nearby landmarks, such as the Avebury stone circles, Bath or the Cotswolds.

These tours from London, evaluated by U.S. News using both expert opinion and traveler sentiment, offer some of the best ways to experience Stonehenge.

The English Bus – Stonehenge, Bath & A Secret Place

Price: From 134 pounds (around $170) per person Duration: 12 hours

For adventurous travelers who want to see Stonehenge and Bath, and don't mind a little mystery, The English Bus's full-day tour offers both. Limited to 16 people, the tour departs from London in a Mercedes minibus, complete with panoramic windows and a glass roof. As you drive through the countryside, you'll enjoy live, in-depth commentary from your expert guide before arriving in Stonehenge. After exploring Stonehenge, you'll head to Bath to enjoy lunch and time to roam on your own or join an optional guided tour. Your final stop is a "secret" destination selected by your tour guide. Reviewers praise the knowledgeable, humorous guides and particularly recommend this tour for its small size and luxurious transportation.

Tours depart from central London daily. Ticket pricing does not include food or Stonehenge tickets. You can buy entry tickets to Stonehenge on-site for about 20 to 25 pounds (around $25 to $31) depending on the time of the year when visiting or online in advance for a slight discount. Other tours offered by The English Bus visit the Cotswolds, Canterbury and more.

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Premium Tours – Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, Lacock, Bath and 14th Century Pub Lunch

Price: Adults from 149 pounds (about $189); kids from 139 pounds (about $175) Duration: 13 hours

You'll be among the first visitors of the day to step inside Windsor Castle – the largest continuously occupied castle in the world – on this daylong tour. Other highlights include lunch in a 14th-century pub in the charming town of Lacock, a walking tour of Bath and, finally, the day is capped with a visit to Stonehenge. Though most tourgoers were happy with the trip (especially the patient, organized guides), they do warn it makes for a long day and wish they had extra time at certain attractions. The tour (which runs daily) leaves London at 7:45 a.m. (from Victoria Coach Station) and returns around 9 p.m.

Lunch and admission tickets to attractions are included. Ticket options that do not include entry or lunch are also available for a lower price. Premium Tours also offers excursions to Leeds, Canterbury and Greenwich, among other locations.

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Evan Evans Tours – Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath

Price: Adults from 142 pounds (about $180); kids from 132 pounds (around $167) Duration: 11 hours

In addition to Stonehenge, this 11-hour bus tour stops at Windsor Castle and the historic city of Bath, where you'll be given the choice to explore freely on your own or visit the world-famous Roman Baths. Reviewers praise the guides, who they describe as humorous and fun, and say the tour is jampacked, but well-paced.

Tickets do not include Stonehenge entry and are available for a lower price. Evan Evans Tours operates a variety of trips outside of London to destinations like Oxford and the Cotswolds, in addition to tours within the city.

Golden Tours – Stonehenge and Bath Tour

Price: Adults from $183; kids from $170 Duration: 10.5 hours

Ideal for tourists with a dual interest in the city of Bath and Stonehenge, this approximately 11-hour tour offers access and expert insight into both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. While in Bath, you'll take a guided walking tour of the city and visit its ancient Roman Baths and Pump Room. The second stop is Stonehenge, where you'll have time to explore the mysteries of this ancient Neolithic structure. Travelers rave about the excellent and informative guides, as well as the drivers.

Ticket options do not include entry to Stonehenge or the Roman Baths are also available for a lower price. Tours depart from London daily at 8:30 a.m. The company offers a variety of tours to destinations in and around London.

Anderson Tours – Avebury and Stonehenge Small Group Tour From London

Price: Adults from 109 pounds (about $139); kids from 99 pounds (about $125) Duration: 12 hours

The full-day Avebury and Stonehenge excursion with Anderson Tours picks up in London starting at 7:30 a.m. and makes its first stop at West Kennet Long Barrow – one of the largest Neolithic burial tombs in Britain. Here, participants have the chance to visit the burial chambers. From there, the group visits the medieval village of Avebury, home to the largest prehistoric stone circle in the world. After a guided walking tour of Avebury and free time for lunch and exploration, guides lead the way to Stonehenge, where tourgoers can explore the site at their leisure with the aid of audio guides (accessible via a free smartphone app). The group returns to London around 7 p.m. Visitors say the guides are excellent and they learned a lot.

Tours run Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Anderson Tours also offers excursions to Oxford, Windsor and Canterbury, among other day trips.

International Friends – Stonehenge, Bath & Windsor

Price: Adults from 164 pounds (about $207); kids from 144 pounds (around $182) Duration: 11 hours

Travelers approve of this tour for its small group (up to 16 participants) and knowledgeable guides, who are well-versed in British history. On this approximately 11-hour journey, you'll visit Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and the city of Bath, where you'll have the choice to tour the Roman Baths or wander the ancient city for some sightseeing.

Tours depart daily; exact departure times from London vary by season. International Friends also offers "Harry Potter" tours and excursions to "Downton Abbey" filming locations, among other areas of the English countryside.

British Tours – Windsor, Stonehenge & Oxford

Price: From 1,310 pounds (about $1,655) for up to six participants Duration: 12 hours

Visit some of England's most famous landmarks with this private daytrip. Among the sites you'll see with your personal tour guide are Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and the University of Oxford. Travelers enjoy the tour and appreciate the guides' sense of humor and wealth of information. Plus, they appreciate that guides pick up patrons from central London hotels .

Prices range from 1,310 to 2,090 pounds (about $1,655 to $2,641). Prices do not include entrance fees or meals. British Tours offers a variety of other excursions from London, including day trips to explore Paris .

Premium Tours – Stonehenge Private Viewing, Lacock and Bath

Price: Adults from 143 pounds (about $181); kids from 133 pounds (approximately $168) Duration: 11 hours

If you want to experience Stonehenge without the crowds, consider this approximately 11-hour tour, which visits Stonehenge when it's closed to the general public. What's more, you'll tour the site's stone circle – an area most visitors only view behind a rope barrier. The day also includes a meal at a 14th-century pub in Lacock, as well as a stop in Bath. In Bath, you can join an optional walking tour to see highlights like the Jane Austen Museum, Pulteney Bridge and the Bath Abbey. Many reviewers call this tour the highlight of their London trips and highly recommend the evening tour if you'd like to see Stonehenge at sunset.

Travelers should note, there is also an option to buy a ticket that includes entry to the Roman Baths. Morning tours (available Mondays and Thursdays) depart at 5:30 a.m.; evening tours (which run Sundays and Wednesdays) depart at 11:10 a.m.

Stonehenge Tours from Bath

If you'll be staying in Bath during your visit to England and want to see Stonehenge, consider one of the following tours:

Mad Max Tours – Stonehenge, Cotswold Villages and Avebury Stone Circles

Price: Adults from 70 pounds (about $88); kids from 35 pounds (around $44) Duration: 9 hours

On this eight- to nine-hour tour, you'll board a bus from Bath to visit historic sites and towns around the English countryside. You'll stop at Stonehenge first ahead of the crowds for a two-hour visit. From there, the next destination is the Avebury stone circles and village. Then, it's off to the Cotswolds to explore a handful of small, charming towns; Lacock National Trust village is the designated stop for lunch. Patrons give the tour high marks and especially praise the visit to the Cotswolds villages. Others say the tour is well-paced. Tours depart daily from Bath beginning at 8:25 a.m.

This tour is not recommended for kids younger than 5. Tickets to Stonehenge are not included in the tour price; you will need to pay your guide for the tickets on the day of your tour. Mad Max operates several other outings, including a tour devoted solely to visiting the villages of the Cotswolds.

Bath Insider Tours – Ancient Britain Tour

Price: From 505 pounds (about $640) for two people Duration: 8.5 hours

On this daylong excursion, you'll join a local expert for an exclusive private tour (for up to six people in your party) that departs from Bath. Your guide – a lifelong Bath resident – takes you on an approximately 8.5-hour journey to explore sites near Bath, including Avebury, the West Kennet Long Barrow burial site and Stonehenge. The tour includes a stop at a traditional English pub for lunch. Patrons heap praise on the guide for his knowledge and good nature.

Tours depart daily at 9 a.m., but exact availability will vary. Pickup from central Bath, its hotels and its train station is included, as are admission tickets to sites. Lunch and drinks are not included in the cost. Additionally, keep in mind the cost per person will vary depending on the number of people in your party. Bath Insider Tours also offers private tours of Bath and other custom tours, including half-day excursions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can visit Stonehenge without a tour. It is accessible to visitors year-round.

However, there are a few benefits to choosing an organized Stonehenge tour, including the commentary and knowledge tour guides are able to provide and the ease of a tour provider's transportation. Tour companies will typically pick you up in central London (usually multiple pickup points are available) and Bath and take you directly to the historical site; then provide return transportation back to the city at the conclusion of the tour.

Stonehenge is located in Salisbury, England, about 90 miles southwest of London. The train ride from the London Waterloo station to Salisbury takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. After that, you can hop on a bus from the train station to Stonehenge, which takes about 30 minutes.

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“ I took the private tour to Stonehenge , Bath and Lacock and it was everything I had hoped for! ” in 85 reviews

“ On the next day, we went southwest from London on their Leeds Castle , Canterbury, Greenwich & Dover with River Cruise. ” in 9 reviews

“ Thanks again to Graham for the specific tips and highlight pointers to get the most out of a short visit. ” in 7 reviews

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Golden Tours is London's leading Sightseeing company and part of the GRAY LINE Worldwide Association. . Our tours are escorted by professional guides and include travel by luxury air conditioned coach and include all entrance fees. We appreciate that your leisure time is important to you and have therefore designed our tours to ensure that you have the maximum amount of time at each venue to fully appreciate it and enjoy the experience. In addition we offer you the best deals on things to do and see in and around London such as attractions, theatre, restaurants, art galleries, events and much more. …

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Wonderful experience traveling around London. Andrew and William were very helpful and entertaining. Would definitely recommend.

We chose golden tours after a disappointing trek with another hop on hop off bus company. The other companies audio recordings were very sparse on Information we needed to know about London. There was a lot of music and very little talk. After 45 minutes, I grew kind of disgusted and started looking for other tours that had spoken narration by a local. we lucked up on golden Tours with Emma as our narrator and she went beyond our wildest expectations. She was funny, charming, incredibly knowledgeable and open to questions. She showed us sites that I think most people would not know about and was never negative or offish. I would highly recommend anybody wanting to see a good tour of London, not just to seek out golden tour, but to make sure that she is on board.

I've never taken a tour such as this and it will probably be my last. What a rotten tour company Golden tours is. We paid for all venues and 'premium ' seating since my husband has a bad knee. We took the Windsor, Stonehenge and Oxford tour with a tour guide named Chris. He basically got us through security to the Castle and left us on our own after haranguing everyone to rush off the bus, rush through the little village, rush to get in line so that he could hurry to drop us off and he could leave! He told us to be back at a certain time and left. There were headphones/recordings for free but half the bus didn't know to get them. There were special lines for tour groups and we weren't told- unless he told the people at the back of the line and we didn't hear him. After wasting time and getting a shortened view of the castle we left 15 minutes before we were due at the bus. We took a wrong alley and had to double back which made us 3 minutes late. 3 minutes my Apple Watch said. He had already left. There was no help from the main office. The gentleman I talked to said he'd called me 3 times to find out where we were. I kept the phone log that shows the logs because he didn't. Needless to say I was fuming. We had to take an expensive taxi to catch up with him at the next stop. When we got to Stonehenge Chris met us and swore we were later than 3 minutes basically saying I was lieing. I didn't argue. He's not worth it. I'd bet my Apple Watch against his windup watch any time. At Stonehenge he basically pointed down a path and said go there and be back in 75 minutes. We didn't know where we were going and didn't know there was a shuttle to get there. We wandered around and found our own way. He was of no help what so ever. On the drive to Oxford my husband and I were remarking about the architecture of homes along the way with normal hushed voices and Chris turned to us and shushed us because he thought we were talking too loud while he was speaking over the microphone. We're a couple of old folks who are by no means loud. And of note, he didn't say anything to the loud child behind us. Once he was done with a barely understandable monologue (he rests the mike on his mouth while he talks so it sounds mumbly on top of the accent) he had to discuss his philosophy on leaving on time with the driver (who was a sweetheart) and how he wouldn't wait for anyone who ever they were, making sure he discussed it loud enough for us to hear (How petty) Do I think we got our moneys worth. No. Do I think we were taken care of and informed on the tour. No. I don't. Will I use this company again? Oh! He'll! No! Will I tip him? Let him get it from the expensive taxi we had to take for being 3 minutes late. And you shouldn't either.

Review #2 of 2024! On a trip to London I wanted to visit the Wizardly World of Harry Potter where they filmed the movies and I was planning on going on my own and using public transportation but I decided not to and went with Golden Tours instead. It was easy to book online and everything was well explained, after booking I received confirmation email and instructions on where to find my bus. I was considering other tours with them but because my stay was so short I decided the Harry Potter one was for me. On the day of my tour it was a little confusing trying to find the right bus to get on. They have several charter busses going to different locations all housed under the bus terminal and a lot of them dont have proper signs describing where they are going. I arrived early and saw a guy who looked like he worked there and asked me what tour I was on, I mentioned the Harry Potter one and he directed me to the proper bus. There was a line to get into the bus and when it was my turn i showed the bus driver my confirmation, he checked my name off the list and gave me a wrist band and my entry ticket and went over what to do when we get there and where i can catch the bus coming back to town. I made my way up towards the second level since the first level was already crowded. We made 2 stops along the way to pick up other passengers in other parts of the city. The bus started to get a little crowded but it was not really noisy. We got moving soon after and once we got going they made some more announcements and then started playing one of the Harry Potter films. Yay! I got excited since I read a lot of the reviews here left by others that mentioned this was played on the bus. Unfortunately the movie had a glitch and it was not able to play after maybe 30 minutes into it. The rest of the ride to the studios was quiet and since it was raining it was hard to see out the window to enjoy the scenic route. It was cold out and raining that day so we were provided rain ponchos so that was nice. Once we arrived at the studios we were once again given directions on when and where to catch the bus back but what I was not given clear communication on was what time to get on the bus back. Now on the website it says 2 hours but as a big BIG h.p fan i knew I would take longer than that. On their website it had that they were running buses at certain times and that their last pick up from the studio was around 6pm I believe. So with this in mind I figure it would be ok if I grabbed a later bus then the one set for in 2 hours. My assumption was correct haha, I took my time touring the studios while still keeping in mind to not take too long. It probably took me 3 or 4 hours to complete my tour of the studios. I was dropped off at 10am and I chose that specific time because I read it gets crowded later in the day and this is true. I went at a good time to the studios because it was not as crowded, I think the rain also had something to do with it. When I finish with my tour of the studios I went back out to the bus station to catch my bus and I only had to wait a short 10 minutes at the most for a bus to show up. There were other tour companies there too but they all had signs with their name. I got on the bus and double checked with the driver that he was in fact with Golden Tours and that he was heading back to London, he did in fact confirm this and waived me to get on the bus. He did not check my name or asked for my confirmation so that was good. I was fearing he was gonna turn me away for not coming at my designated time. Once we got closer London he made an announcement saying he would make 2 stops in the city and that anyone could get off at any one of them regardless of where they originally boarded the bus. The first stop was Baker street where the famous Sherlock Museum was in and the other stop was Victoria bus station (i think). I decided to get off this part of the city and explore it, it was still raining and cloudy but decided to make the most of it. Overall my experience with Golden tours was positive and they took care of all the work of driving to get me to the studios. Very professional and I would take another tour with them if I am back in England.

Bus driver (see photo) abandoned the bus, contacted customer service, the manager (See photo) of the Victoria office threaten to call the police. Service was not met! My family and I booked the ticket through our hotel and we were on bus 130 which is a 24 hour hop on hop off bus. Around 2:15pm in the afternoon, the bus driver left (See photo) and locked the bus without any information said to the customers on the bus. I realized the bus driver had packed his things and left the bus completely while I was sitting on the upper deck of the bus. I screamed and waved at him until we made eye contact, but he did not care. There were customers left on the bus, he turned around and kept walking away. We went down to the lower deck, and found two families left stranded with us on the bus. They don't speak English and were traveling with three infants, while the mother was breast-feeding one of the babies. We had to scream for help, and the other American bus company workers came and saved us. I took a photo which showed that the bus driver seat was still empty. At this point of our travel, we were upset because of the treatment that we were left stranded, which is a health hazard. But what happened next was a true demonstration of the lack in professionalism of their in-person office (Victoria Location) and the incapability of treating customers with fairness and understanding. I chatted with customer service on the mobile app with two agents, one of them is Anthony. He recommended that we visit the local office and discuss our issue with on site supervisor, as well as email the customer service. We arrived at 3:30 PM, and the supervisor was extremely rude, condescending and dismissive towards us. The worker refused to reveal the supervisor's name. The office's supervisor insisted on keeping our booking paper as hostage, which was unsuccessful, and then threatened to call the police! I want to express my devastation and disappointment that we spend our day in London with this type of treatment. Please understand that I am extremely upset and disgusted by how a well-known company treated their customers this way. We consulted with the police officers, which was a necessary action after your management's threat, the police officers told us that companies are NOT allowed to do that, it is against the bylaws, and strongly recommended us to file a complaint with Metropolitan Transit Authority. Which I will be doing.

Re: Viator Booking for a 1/2 day excursion to Stonehendge While Stonehendge is completely worth the adventure, do not fool yourself about what this booking is... It is simply a ride to Stonehenge and they go to the ticket window and buy your ticket for you. It is what it is, and nothing more. It is not a tour; there is no guide; and they didn't even bother to tell us on the bus that an audio guide was available with our ticket. Just handed us a map, a wristband, and said be back here in two hours. If that's all you are looking for, this is the way to go. The bus itself is also as basic as a coach bus can be. Some seats are broken and there was no WiFi as indicated. Also they drop you off in a completely different location more central to London and further away from where you were picked up at Buckingham. That is not mentioned anywhere in the booking. Read more about Stonehenge Half- Day Tour from London with Admission - https://www.viator.com/tours/London/Unescorted-Stonehenge-Tour-from-London/d737-5461P20?m=65553&nid=VR.9bb6ec3c-fb86-4d88-8a70-d3305ce3bfc2.VT_EMAIL_TRV?mcid=56757

I wish I could give 0 stars. The customer service was TERRIBLE! 10 people from my tour group missed the bus due to confusing directions given on the voucher. I called to request a refund for the first leg of the trip and was denied. I was told I was the only person to have issues and this has never happened before. I was also denied access to a manager and told I was incorrect multiple times. I implore you to use another tour group if you have any opportunity. A 2.3 star rating on yelp is very telling and I wish I had reviewed more before I purchased.

I have used other tour sites and have never had any issues. People are present and easy to find when you arrive for your tour. This was my second day using Golden Tours, sadly today we missed our tour because we couldn't find the bus site. We asked help from other Golden tour guides and both gave us wrong directions. Yesterday, different tour with Golden and just as hard to find where to go, nothing was clearly labeled. Golden tours was not accommodating in helping us book a new tour. I do not recommend.

The worst customer service!! We booked a tour to Stonehenge for a party of six. When we got to the station the attendant said the bus left. We got there before the designated time so complete foul on their part. Spoke in the offices and showed them the instructions and he just kept saying that we went to the wrong stop. I showed him the instructions on the voucher that clearly stated the time to be at the station and he just referred me to customer service.

I took the London: Oxford, Stratford, Cotswolds, and Warwick Day Trip with Golden Tours. I booked it through Getyourguide and there were no issues. This was a 10 hour tour. Our tour guide was Dolly. We met our tour guide at Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way. It was a little hard to find, but thankfully there were many Golden Tours agents around to ask for directions. On our way to our destinations, Dolly informed us of the history and always made sure we knew what time to make it back to the bus and where it was. The driver was great too. We started our tour with a visit to Warwick Castle. We received an introduction from a woman dressed up as a princess, "medieval host." Dolly also told us things to look for like the spectacular State Rooms and paintings. We then went through the scenic Cotswolds. Next, we stopped at Stratford-upon-Avon, the home of William Shakespeare. We visited the house that he was born in and explored the town. This is where we also got lunch. Lastly, we explored the historic university town of Oxford. Dolly took us around to a few places like the Bodleian Library and University Church of St Mary the Virgin. Unfortunately because classes were in session, we could not go inside the campus. Also, the University Church of St Mary the Virgin tower queue was closed, so we could not go up the tower. This was a good tour and we saw a lot. We got back to London about 30 minutes earlier than expected which is always nice. My favorite was probably visiting Stratford-upon-Avon.

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Fascinating and mysterious, Russia retains the cultural heritage of its past with pride. From Moscow’s amazing landmarks to the islets of Saint Petersburg, you’ll fall in love with this country. Noteworthy as well are the ancient princely cities of the Golden Ring. The rich variety of Russia’s cultural heritage will certainly impress art and history lovers.  

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• Included Moscow, Golden Ring, St petersburg
• Not Included Nuits en hôtel 4* Le billet d’avion Departure Taxes Assurance Les taxes d’aéroport Personal Guide Breakfast

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Day 1: Beirut – Moscow – Suzdal (220 km)

• Arrival to Moscow. You will be met at the airport.
• Departure to Suzdal by bus. Settle in to your hotel.
• Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 : Suzdal – Vladimir (52 km)

• Visit Suzdal on foot with a local French-speaking guide.
• Suzdal is a real town-museum listed among UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You will visit the Kremlin, the Cathedral of the Nativity and the Savior Monastery of St. Euthymius , one of the city’s largest and richest monasteries (14th and 15th centuries).
• Visit to the open air Museum of Wooden Architecture.
• Departure to Vladimir .
• Lunch in town.
• City tour including a visit to the Dormition Cathedral , home to the frescoes of renowned painter Andrei Rublev .
• Return to Suzdal. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 : Suzdal – Kostroma (185 km) – Yaroslavl (84 km)

• Departure to Kostroma
• Visit to the Hypatian Monastery , the Trinity Cathedral and the Church of Resurrection
• Lunch in town and departure to Yaroslavl .
• Panoramic city tour; you will visit the Transfiguration Monastery , home to the city’s treasures, particularly the superb collection of Yaroslavian icons.
• Settle in to your hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 : Yarolavl – Rostov the Great (59 km) – Serguev Possad (159 km) – Moscow (75 km)

• Departure to Rostov
• En route to Rostov. Visit the territory of the Kremlin and the Church of Resurrection
• Continue to Serguei Possad
• Lunch in town
• Visit to the Trinity Laura.
• Departure to Moscow ; settle in to your hotel. Free dinner time.
• Our recommendation for the evening: ballet performance at the Bolshoï Theatre . Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5 : MOSCOW

• City tour to discover the Historic Centre of Moscow and Kremlin’s old fortifications, the elegant architecture of the carousel, the Lomonosov University , the Cathedral of Vasily the Blessed, Red Square … Visit to the Convent of Novodevichy , the most beautiful of the fortified monasteries distributed in half-circle south Moscow. The Convent of Novodevichy is an exceptional example of the magnificently preserved monastic complex representative of the Muscovite Baroque architecture dating back to the end of the 17th century.
• In the afternoon, visit to the Kremlin , the country’s oldest fortress and the executive office of the president of Russia. With the help of your guide, you will delve into Russian history, from the unification of the Russian principalities around Moscow until the end of the Tataro-Mongol Yoke. You will visit the monuments listed among UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as the Dormition Cathedral with its magnificent frescoes, the Tsar Cannon and Ivan the Great Bell Tower .
• Free dinner time at the hotel.

Day 6 : Moscow - St Petersburg

• Visit to the Tretiakov Gallery located in the heart of the picturesque Zamoskvoretchye. It is the museum with the widest collection of Russian art in the world. Then, you will visit the most beautiful metro stations in Moscow, one of the largest subways that carries 7.3 million passengers every day, but also richly decorated « underground palaces », masterpieces of socialist realism filled with propaganda messages.
• Transfer to the train station. Express Train Sapsan Moscow- St Petersburg, 2nd class.
• Arrival to St Petersburg where you will be met by our guide.
• Lunch in town followed by a walk along Arbat Street and visit to the Moscow Metro .

Day 7 : St Petersburg

• City tour with a French-speaking guide. Discover St Petersburg as you walk down its charming streets. On Zayachiy Island, visit the Peter and Paul Fortress , cradle of the city with its high walls that house the Tombs of the Romanov Tsars .
• In the afternoon, canal cruise
• Our recommendation for the evening: classical concert.
• Free dinner time and overnight at the hotel.

Day 8 : St Petersburg

• Departure to Peterhof (Petrodvorets), visit to the park and the palace (the Grand Palace)
• Visit to the Hermitage , one of the most beautiful and richest museums in the world with roughly 60,000 works by masters of the greatest schools of art that have gone on display.

Day 9 : St Petersburg

• Departure to Pushkin , located outside St Petersburg, to visit the magnificent Catherine Palace . In 1710, Peter the Great offered his wife, the future queen Catherine the First, the farm of Tsarkoïe Siélo located in the forest south St Petersburg. There, she built a rather modest residence. It was her daughter Elizabeth that ordered the construction of a sumptuous palace by the architect Rastrelli. Completed in 1756, the palace was named after Catherine.
• Continue to Pavlovsk to visit the old residence of Emperor Paul the First, son of Catherine the Great .
• Dinner and folklore show at Podvorye Restaurant
• Return to the hotel in St Petersburg

Price per person 1450 USD based on a double room in a 4-star boutique hotel with half-board (basic 10 persons)

Trip highlights :.

• 3 very different sides of Russia
• The megalopolis of Moscow with its dynamic city beat
• The monastery cities of the Golden Ring: Souzdal, Vladimir, Yaroslav and Rostov the Great.
• Imperial capital of Saint Petersburg, a true museum city and Unesco world heritage site
• Boat trip around on the canals of Saint Petersburg
• Ballet at Moscow's Bolshoï theatre
• Classical music concert in Saint Petersburg

Moscow Free Tour

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Highlights:.

• Hit the Red Square;
• Explore the nooks and crannies of Alexander Garden;
• Get a taste of the ancient Kitay Gorod;
• Learn about the tragic destiny of the Christ the Savior Cathedral;
• Roam through the heart of Moscow.

Walking Tour Itinerary:

Here are our TOP 7 things to help you start your Russian adventure or tick off before you say goodbye to Moscow.

Wander around the vast cobblestone square with rich past, gorgeous architecture, incredible GUM , bright colors of the Kremlin and swirling Saint Basil’s Cathedral .

Kitay Gorod

Walk across the Red Square to see the embankment of old Moscow river and plunge into the atmosphere of ancient Russian village where nobles preferred to settle in XV century.

Varvarka street

Walk up Varvarka street to find the landmark of Kitay Gorod - Palace of the Romanov Boyars, which was built in the XVI century and where lived the first Tsar from the Romanov dynasty.

Old English Court

Look at the Old English Court , which used to be the English Embassy in Moscow and where Ivan the Terrible confined the envoy from England, because Queen Elizabeth I refused to marry him.

Alexander Garden

Watch the solemn ceremony of the Changing of the guards , pay respect to the eternal flame at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier , and the stone Grotto , The huge fountain in the centre adds a sophisticated feel to the almost 200 year old garden.

Christ the Savior Cathedral

Walk to the cathedral which is of a great cultural value to Russians. Its marvelous exterior, enormous golden domes, colossal bronze doors and pristine white walls will touch your feelings.

Patriarch’s Bridge

Pause on the bridge and marvel at the Kremlin, river cruises, monument after Peter the Great and Red October Chocolate Factory , which is now a nightlife hub for youngsters.

About Moscow:

We picked up a list of article that might be useful and helpful to you during your stay in Moscow. These are things to do in Moscow, tips about Moscow, best cafes in Moscow and simply fun facts about Moscow. Enjoy reading!

Before coming to Moscow:

• Our fun guides sharing their observations about their tours and best practices:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-private-guides-on-tours-in-moscow
• What you should know about Moscow:  
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/5-things-to-know-before-you-go-to-moscow

Off the beaten path of Moscow:

• Kitay Gorod:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-must-see-fun-facts-about-kitay-gorod
• Zamoskvorechye:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-must-see-fun-facts-about-zamoskvorechye
• White City:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-off-the-beaten-path-white-city  

The best parks in Moscow:

• Muzeon Statues Park:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-off-the-beaten-path-muzeon-park
• Gorky Park: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-gorky-park
• Tsaritsino Park: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-must-see-37-reasons-to-visit-tsaritsyno
• Kolomenskoe Park:
•   https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/things-to-do-in-moscow-kolomenskoe-museum-reserve

The most historical and beautiful streets of Moscow:

• Arbat  srreet: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/things-to-do-in-moscow-arbat-street
• Tverskaya street: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-things-to-do-tverskaya-street
• Downtown of Moscow: 
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/things-to-do-moscow-streets

What to do in Moscow:

• How to have a Real Russian Experience:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/real-russian-experience
• Things to do in Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/21-things-to-do-in-moscow
• Architectural masterpieces, hidden gems of Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/things-to-do-in-moscow-off-the-beaten-path
• Top Moscow attractions:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/top-10-moscow-attractions

Budget travel:

• How to have fun in Moscow for less than $4:
• How to save money in Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/7-ways-to-save-money-while-travelling-to-moscow

Cafes & restaurants in Moscow:

• Moscow cafes with Russian breakfast:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-cafes-with-russian-breakfast
• Best Moscow restaurants:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/best-moscow-restaurants
• Best coffee shops in Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-best-coffee-shops

Moscow Metro:

• Facts about Moscow Metro:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/fun-facts-about-moscow-metro
• Myths about Moscow Metro:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/7-myths-about-moscow-metro
• Facts about Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/fun-facts-50-facts-about-moscow
• Fun Facts about Kremlin:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/33-fun-facts-from-our-kremlin-tours
• The best flea markets in Moscow:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/moscow-best-flea-markets
• Top 5 Russian souvenirs:
• https://friendlylocalguides.com/blog/top-5-russian-souvenirs

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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