Private Tour of Stourhead, Old Wardour Castle and Longleat with Chauffeurs UK

Stourhead garden was created by Henry Hoare II in the 1740s. The River Stour was dammed to form a great lake. Around the lake Hoare laid out a landscape garden to entrance his guests with stunning views and pacify them with serene walking pleasure. As the garden developed, he added classical features, such as the Temple of Flora, the Pantheon, the Temple of Apollo and Gothic ruins to enhance the series of splendid and unexpected vistas. Such was the accomplishment of this wondrous garden that Henry Hoare II became known as 'Henry the Magnificent'. Hoare’s successors cherished his brilliant original conception, while enriching it with new planting. Today, Stourhead is essentially the same as Henry II’s vision – a self-contained and timeless masterpiece.

Old Wardour Castle is one of England's most romantic castles, set in a secluded lakeside setting Built in the late 14th century for John, fifth Lord Lovel, this unusual six-sided castle was unique in medieval English architecture. Not only was it a secure house, it was also a luxurious residence, with multiple rooms for guests. Old Wardour was intended to impress visitors and guests with its builder's wealth, taste and power. Badly damaged in the English Civil War, it was restored to the Arundell family who continued to maintain it as a ruin when they built New Wardour nearby in 1776.

Longleat House is widely regarded as one of the best examples of high Elizabethan architecture in Britain and one of the most beautiful stately homes open to the public. Enjoy incredibly close encounters with some of the world’s most amazing animals in Longleat's drive through Safari Park. See giraffe, zebras, rhinos, monkeys and of course Lions.

Prices per vehicle, not per person

Number of People	Cost
1 or 2	£490
3 or 4	£550
5, 6 or 7	£630

Please contact us if you need a quotation for a larger group

What is Included

The expert services of your knowledgeable chauffeur-guide.
Luxury private transportation from and to any address in central London.
Complimentary bottled mineral water.
Our vacation-planning and concierge services.
Local taxes.

What is Not Included

Entrance and parking charges, where applicable.
Food and drinks, except mineral water.
Gratuities - these are left to your discretion.

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Customers' Comments

Thank you so much for the wonderful tour of Canterbury, Dover, Leeds and St. Margaret's Church. Our family thoroughly enjoyed the entire day. We all feel that it was the highlight of our trip and we learned so much too. We all highly recommended you.

Best Regards

Lisa, Jay, James and Julia - USA

England is truly a land of enchantment from the architectural masterpieces throughout London to the picturesque countryside in The Lake District. Your vast knowledge of both these elements enhanced my visit ten fold. There is nothing I could have read or seen that would have prepared me for what I experienced.

Your attention to detail and genuine concern for comfort and enjoyment is second to none.

Sincerely,

David Mack – Florida, USA

Floyd and I want to thank you for the excellent tour you took us on. It definitely made my first trip to England very special. Thanks to you, in looking through the pictures, I also can recall the stories and history that goes along with them. The trip had some great memories, but it was too short, so I definitely have a list of things I still want to see in England. I'm sure we'll be contacting you again.

Take care, and thanks again.

Judy Frederickson - USA