Bristol and beyond – brand new tours take guests off the beaten track

Award-winning, small tour company Rabbie’s (www.rabbies.com) has announced new departure points from Bristol for the first time. From here, new tours will explore all West England and Wales has to offer, providing the opportunity for both Bristol natives and visitors from the world over to explore the region. The new tours start from April 2023 and are available to book now. See all Bristol departures: https://www.rabbies.com/en/england-tours/from-bristol 

In their luxury mini-coaches, all Rabbie’s tours venture off-the-beaten path to show guests some of the lesser-known highlights of the region, like Carreg Cennen Castle and Wye Valley, without missing out on much-loved sights like Stonehenge and the Cotswolds. By venturing beyond the guidebook, Rabbie’s tours support the local economies of the places they visit, supporting family-owned restaurants, attractions, giftshops, hotels, and more.

All Rabbie’s tours are led by local Driver-Guides who know the region like the back of their hand. They delight in telling their guests the legends, fables, and histories of the West Country, not to mention the best spot to enjoy a Somerset apple cake.

Departures from Bristol have been long requested by Rabbie’s international and UK guests. Now, guests have the perfect starting point to thoroughly explore the natural beauty, cultural cities and charming towns that the southwest of England and Wales has to offer.

Brand new tours departing from Bristol in April 2023 and include:

Three-day the Mountains & Coasts of South Wales from Bristol

Wonder through wonderful Wales on this three-day tour. Visit Britain’s smallest city, St. Davids and its stunning 12^th century cathedral before enjoying a beautiful drive along the Pembrokeshire Coast. Explore the hidden gem of Tenby and discover its castle and medieval town walls before journeying on to see Carreg Cennan Castle. This ancient stronghold sits high atop a rocky outcrop overlooking a mighty river and is an incredible viewpoint. Drive through the Brecon Beacons Mountain range before wandering through one of the UKs most loved market towns in Ross-on-Wye. Take in the beautiful Tintern Abbey from the banks of River Wye and marvel at the power of Chepstow’s Norman castle.

Join Rabbie’s three-day the Mountains & Coasts of South Wales from Bristol from £209 per person based on a 25 April 2023 departure.

Four-day Cornwall, Devon & Stonehenge tour from Bristol

A drive through Exmoor, a National Park which offers a mix of moorland, woodland, coast, and rivers is the perfect tour introduction. The road will take you to the clifftops of North Cornwall and the ruins of Tintagel Castle, famed for its links to King Arthur. The castle is a unique mix of fact, myth and natural beauty. Explore Cornwall’s beloved St. Ives and walk along the cobbled streets of the idyllic fishing town before hitting the road and arriving at Land’s End. Walk the rugged landscape of Dartmoor National Park and visit the rocky granite outcrops before enjoying the lively city of Exeter. Witness one of the UK’s most remarkable national landmarks, Durdle Door and visit Shaftesbury, a quaint English village over 1000 years old. Conclude this adventure at Stonehenge, one of the world’s most iconic sights and most puzzling mysteries.

Join Rabbie’s four-day Cornwall, Devon & Stonehenge tour from Bristol from £325 per person based on a 23 April 2023 departure.

Other tours departing Bristol include:

• The one-day Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages tour. A day out exploring myths, history, and the quintessential villages of the Cotswolds.

• The one-day Flavours of Somerset & Glastonbury tour. Explore the flavours of Somerset, renowned for its cheddar cheese and cider, and marvel at the history and legends of Glastonbury.

• The two-day Stratford–upon–Avon, Oxford & the Cotswolds tour. Discover Great Britain's history as you explore the world-famous Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare.

• The four-day South Wales, Cotswolds & Oxford tour. A coastal drive in the south of Wales. A medieval town with an interesting past. A photo-worthy mountain range. A book-lovers paradise. And much, much more.

From April 2023, Bristol and Belfast expand Rabbie’s departure city options. UK and Ireland tours also depart from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Aberdeen, London, Manchester and Dublin.

For more information about Rabbie’s and to book, visit www.rabbies.com