Glastonbury Tour - Private Tour from Bath

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Glastonbury Tor — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The town of Glastonbury — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This private tour is a great way to experience one of the most unique places near Bath. Glastonbury is unlike any other town in England. The small town is steeped in legends relating to King Arthur, Jesus and the Holy Grail and today it is a popular place for yoga, meditation and New Age spiritualism. During this tour you will visit its key attractions and hear about its fascinating stories.

Explore sites related to the legends of King Arthur
Visit the picturesque gardens and ruins of Glastonbury Abbey
Enjoy panoramic views from one of the region’s most famous landmarks: Glastonbury Tor
Throughout the day enjoy the benefits of a local private guide and private transportation
All admissions included

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Bath Insider Tours

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private tour with a local guide
Included: Transport by private vehicle with air-conditioning
Included: Glastonbury Abbey entrance ticket
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: We do not go inside the Chalice Well, if you would like to do this entrance fees will apply.

Itinerary

Glastonbury

3 hours

After being collected from Bath you will be driven by private vehicle to Glastonbury, approx. 1 hour from Bath.

Walking through the centre of Glastonbury you will be shown interesting features such as the famous Glastonbury Thorn.

After a private guided tour of Glastonbury Abbey you will have the option of climbing up to the Glastonbury Tor or exploring some of the town's unique and unusual shops. You will return to Bath around 6.30pm.
Glastonbury Abbey

45 min Admission included

Glastonbury Abbey was one of the wealthiest abbeys in the country. Exploring its picturesque gardens and ruins your private guide will tell you about its fascinating history and its links to King Arthur and Jesus.
Glastonbury Tor

1 h 15 min

After exploring the Abbey you can choose to either climb up a hill to the Glastonbury Tor or browse some of the town's unique and unusual shops. The Tor is one of the most famous landmarks in the region and like the Abbey has a number of fascinating legends behind it. The climb takes approx. 20 minutes and gives fantastic panoramic views of the area.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Harington's Boutique Hotel
Eight
The Royal Crescent Hotel and Spa
The Francis Hotel
Bath Spa Hotel
The Z Hotel Bath
The Black Fox
Abbey Hotel Bath, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Lansdown Grove Hotel
The Yard In Bath
Hampton By Hilton Bath City
The Gainsborough Bath Spa

and 28 more pickup points

This tour picks-up and drops-off at locations In Bath – ideal for visitors staying in Bath or visiting Bath for the day. If your accommodation in Bath is not listed or you would like to be picked up from a central location in the city e.g. the Bath Spa railway station - please provide the details.