- Bristol - Your guide will collect you from your hotel in Bristol and drive you to the charming cathedral city of Wells.
- Wells - You will have a private walking tour of the historic city of Wells. Some of the places visited are listed below.
- Wells Market Place - 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.
- Wells Cathedral - 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.
- Vicar’s Close - The picturesque Vicar’s Close in Wells is the oldest residential street in Europe.
- Cheddar - After lunch at an English pub you will be driven to Cheddar, the birth-place of the famous Cheddar cheese.
- The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company - 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.
- Cheddar Gorge - 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.
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
- Exclusive private tour with a knowledgeable local guide
- Included admission to Wells Cathedral and the Cheddar Cheese Factory
- Comfortable private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch and refreshments
- Gratuities
- Wells Cathedral Entrance Ticket (in 2024 this was £14 per adult)
Embark on a personal day trip to explore some of the must-visit sites near Bristol. Take an exclusive tour of Wells, England’s tiny city by size, marvel at its grand cathedral, have lunch at a traditional English pub and indulge in Cheddar cheese tasting at its birthplace. Beyond food and culture, partake in an eye-catching excursion through England’s most expansive and stunning gorge.
• Tour Wells, England’s least populous city, and witness the world’s 2nd oldest working clock
• Explore Europe’s oldest inhabited street
• Sample real Cheddar cheese at a local factory in the region where Cheddar cheese originated
• Revel in the breathtaking landscape of England’s broadest gorge
• Enjoy a comfortable private car journey with a local guide
- 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
