Private Costwolds Bath Sightseeing from Southampton Cruise

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Southampton

   You will start your journey from Southampton to Bath, which will take approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. Along the way, you will enjoy the scenic views as you pass through various quaint villages. Upon your arrival in Bath, you will visit The Roman Baths first. If you wish to make any adjustments to your travel plans, please feel free to discuss this with your driver. Additionally, Bath offers other remarkable sights worth visiting, including: - The Royal Crescent - The Circus - Pulteney Bridge Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out.

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2. The Roman Baths

   Constructed in around 70AD as a grand bathing and socialising complex, the Roman Baths is one of the best-preserved Roman remains in the world, where 1,170,000 litres of steaming spring water, reaching 46°C, still fills the bathing site every single day. The Roman Baths is the site of extensive ruins and an interactive museum filled with many treasures and visual snippets that transport you back to Roman times and the lives of the Aquae Sulis people. Walk on ancient pavements as the Romans did 2,000 years ago, and explore chambers historically housing changing rooms and tepid plunge pools. Audio guides in twelve languages, with a special one for children in English, German and French, are included in the admission price. Advance booking is highly recommended

   120 minutes here · Admission not included

3. Pulteney Bridge

   One of the most photographed examples of Georgian architecture in the city and one of only four bridges in the world to have shops across its full span on both sides, Pulteney Bridge was designed in 1769 by Robert Adam. The bridge is named after Frances Pulteney, wife of William Johnstone Pulteney. William was an important man in Georgian Bath, owning a lot of land in the surrounding area. He had grand plans to create a 'new town' to rival that of John Wood's on the west side of the city. His grand scheme needed a new bridge and he didn't want just any old bridge, he wanted a spectacular bridge, one which everyone would talk about. The architecture is classical, with pediments, pilasters and tiny leaded domes at either end. The shops are small and the roadway is not wide, but when the bridge opened in 1770 it was a revelation. Today it is surely one of the world's most beautiful and romantic bridges, best viewed from Parade Gardens and the crescent weir.

   20 minutes here

4. The Circus

   The Circus, originally called King's Circus, was designed by the architect John Wood, the Elder. Construction began in 1754, however Wood died less than three months after the first stone was laid and so his son, John Wood, the Younger, completed the design in 1768. The Circus consists of three curved segments of Grade I listed townhouses, forming a circle with three entrances. When viewed from the air, the Circus, along with Queen Square and adjoining Gay Street, form a key shape, which is a masonic symbol similar to those that adorn many of Wood's buildings. Look a little closer at the detail on the stonework and you’ll see many emblems, such as serpents, acorns, and nautical symbols. Wood was known to admire the druids, the creators of prehistoric stone circles. Convinced that Bath had been the principal centre of Druid activity in Britain, Wood studied Stonehenge, and designed the Circus with the same diameter.

   20 minutes here

5. Castle Combe Village

   Castle Combe has featured regularly as a film location, most recently in The Wolf Man, Stardust and Stephen Spielberg’s War Horse. It was also used in the original Dr Doolittle film. The village has a rich history and the houses are made up of the honey coloured Cotswold stone, typical for a village of this area. Within Castle Combe you’ll find a Market Cross and St Andrew’s Church which dates from the 13th century. The church houses a faceless clock which is reputed to be one of the oldest working clocks in the country. You’ll also find a couple of pubs and a luxury hotel with a golf course within the village. Stroll along the village to the bridge and you’ll not only enjoy the views but may be able to purchase homemade cakes, sweets or bunches of flowers from outside the locals’ houses. Stop at the bottom of the village by the bridge and enjoy a great photographic moment too!

   30 minutes here

6. Upper Slaughter

   Upper Slaughter is a village in the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire, England, 4 miles south west of Stow-on-the-Wold. The village lies off the A429, which is known as the Fosse Way,and is located one mile away from its twin village Lower Slaughter, as well as being near the villages Bourton-on-the-Water, Daylesford, Upper Swell and Lower Swell. It is built on both banks of the River Eye. The Anglican parish church is dedicated to Saint Peter. Upper Slaughter is one of a handful of the Thankful Villages, amongst the small number in England which lost no men in World War I. The village also lost no men in World War II, additionally making the village a Doubly Thankful Village. The parliamentary constituency is represented by Conservative Member of Parliament Geoffrey Clifton-Brown. As of 2021, the village had a population of 181 inhabitants, an increase of 4 from 2011.

   45 minutes here

7. Bourton-on-the-Water

   Bourton-on-the-Water is a popular destination with gently flowing River Windrush running through the centre of the village and crossed by attractive little bridges. There is much to see in Bourton on the Water and it is suitable for visitors of all ages especially families; visit Birdland Park and Gardens – home to a wide variety of exotic birds including penguins, flamingos, macaws, emus and birds of prey; marvel at the incredible detail of the buildings in The Model Village – a 1/9th scale replica of the centre of the village; the Cotswold Motoring Museum has seven unique galleries housing a collection of vintage cars, a fascinating toy collection, exhibitions and children’s TV favourite little car ‘Brum’ or visit the Dragonfly Maze designed by Kit Williams. Bourton-on-the-Water also has an eclectic mix of shops including Cotswold Perfumery, a jewellers and pottery giving a wide choice of unique and exciting gifts all year round.

   60 minutes here

8. Lower Slaughter

   The village is built on both banks of the River Eye, a slow-moving stream crossed by two footbridges, which also flows through Lower Slaughter’s twin village Upper Slaughter. At the west end of the village there is a 19th-century water mill with an undershot waterwheel and a chimney for additional steam power. There is a ford where the river widens in the village and several small stone footbridges join the two sides of the community. While the mill is built of red brick most of the 16th and 17th century homes in the village use Cotswold limestone and are adorned with mullioned windows and often with other embellishments such as projecting gables. The name of the village derives form the Old English term "slough" meaning "wet land"

   45 minutes here

9. The Royal Crescent

   The Royal Crescent, one of Bath’s most iconic landmarks, was built between 1767 and 1775 and designed by John Wood the Younger. This impressive landmark is arranged around a perfect lawn overlooking Royal Victoria Park and forms a sweeping crescent of 30 Grade I Listed terrace houses. It is without doubt one of the greatest examples of Georgian architecture anywhere in the UK. The 500-foot-long crescent has an impressive ha-ha, which was designed to keep grazing animals out of the more formal areas of the garden. Many notable people have either lived or stayed in the Royal Crescent since it was built, and some are commemorated on special plaques attached to the relevant buildings. Today, The Royal Crescent is home to the five-star hotel The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, a luxurious haven of elegance and tranquility, a museum of Georgian life at No. 1 Royal Crescent, and private housing. It is also a popular filming location for big and small screen productions.

   20 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Options you can book

• Bath, Costwolds (11 hrs)

  The Romans Bath: Before booking, please always check the opening times on the official The Romans Bath website. Please note that: The admission ticket is NOT INCLUDED Additional time: If you need more time for sightseeing, each extra hour costs £60. Duration: 11 hours: Please note, this is an estimate and actual travel time might vary depending on the road traffic. 2,5-hour sightseeing visit. : During this time you will be able to visit The Romans Bath Pulteney Bridge The Circus The Royal Crescent 3-hour sightseeing visit. : During this time you will be able to visit Costwolds: Castle Combe Bourton on the Water Lower and upper Slaughter Vehicle type: Depends on group size and luggage (sedan, wagon, or passengers van) Luggage Allowance : The pricing is based on each passenger being allowed 1 cabin luggage 20'' and 1 Large suitcase 28'' Pickup included

• Bath, Costwolds (8 hrs)

  The Romans Bath: Before booking, please always check the opening times on the official The Romans Bath website. Please note that: The admission ticket is NOT INCLUDED Additional time: If you need more time for sightseeing, each extra hour costs £60. Duration: 8 hours: Please note, this is an estimate and actual travel time might vary depending on the road traffic. 3-hour sightseeing visit. : During this time you will be able to visit The Romans Bath Pulteney Bridge The Circus The Royal Crescent 0.5-hour sightseeing visit. : Is the designated time to visit villages such as: Castle Combe Vehicle type : Depends on group size and luggage (sedan, wagon, or passengers van) Luggage Allowance : The pricing is based on each passenger being allowed 1 cabin luggage 20'' and 1 Large suitcase 28'' Pickup included

• The Roman Bath only (6hrs)

  The Romans Bath: Before booking, please always check the opening times on the official The Romans Bath website. Please note that: The admission ticket is NOT INCLUDED Additional time: If you need more time for sightseeing, each extra hour costs £60. Duration: 6 hours: Please note, this is an estimate and actual travel time might vary depending on the road traffic. 2-hour sightseeing visit. : During this time you will be able to visit The Romans Bath Vehicle type : Depends on group size and luggage (sedan, wagon, or passengers van) Luggage Allowance: The pricing is based on each passenger being allowed 1 cabin luggage 20'' and 1 Large suitcase 28'' Pickup included

Before you book

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Languages

de, en, it, fr, es

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 3 travelers per booking

Operated by

Ziegert Airport Transfers

Know before you go

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Advance booking to The Romans Bath is highly recommended due to limited number of tickets
• Our vehicles are not designed for direct wheelchair access, but they can carry foldable wheelchairs. Please let us know if you have any specific needs.
• The pricing is based on each passenger being allowed 1 cabin luggage 20'' and 1 Large suitcase 28'' Please check with the operator before travelling to ensure any additional baggage is permitted.

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