The Ultimate Jurassic Coast Tour! Join us as we explore every available site on the spectacular Jurassic Coast! Hidden villages, perfectly formed coves and ancient formations.. This tour has it all!
Can you take on the MIGHTY JURASSIC COAST? On this breathtaking tour we cover 95 miles of Jurassic Coastline, 180 million years of history and hidden village ruins.
Known for its wildlife, again the gateway to the Jurassic Coast.
Meet and greet your fellow passengers for the day ahead on the Jurassic Coast. We will always wait an extra 5 minutes for those running late.
First stop is Durlston Park. Known for its wildlife and the gateway to the Jurassic Coast. You will see the castle built in the Victorian period and the Great Globe, which is one of the largest globe in the world.
Then it’s off to Corfe Castle. The castle was built by William the Conqueror, during the 11th century. It was one of the first stone castles in England; and became a Royal castle where King John kept his crown jewels there.
*Tyneham Village is still owned by the MOD and has scattered opening times
Then from Corfe it’s off to Tynham Village. Tyneham Village where time stopped in 1943. In November 1943 notice was given to the villagers that they would be required to leave within 28 days as the area was needed for forces’ training. On 17 December 1943 the last villagers left believing that one day they would be able to return. Sadly this was never to happen.
Lulworth Castle, built in the early 17th Century as a hunting lodge, became a country house at the heart of a large estate, the Castle in order to entertain hunting parties for the King and Court.
Durdle Door is a natural arch cut into the Portland Stone (Limestone) found on the south coast of England in the county of Dorset. The rocks that the arch is made up of is thought to be approximately 140 million years old!
Head down to Lulworth Cove and see the famous Lulworth Crumple rock formation in Stair Hole. Lulworth Cove formed over 1000’s of years to form a perfect horse shoe shape into the hill side. Perfect for the photographer in you!
Visit Weymouths 'Ol Habour' and sample a pint of Ale, fish and chips or an ice cream! Maybe not all at once! Then on to the ‘isle’ of Portland, where we overlook the 18 miles of Chesil beach!
The picturesque village of Abbotsbury is steeped in history and there's more than first meets the eye, it was once home to a richly endowed abbey, founded in 1044.
High on Abbotsbury hilltop sits St Catherine’s Chapel, a barrel-vaulted 14th century chapel built by the monks of Abbotsbury Abbey as a place of pilgrimage and retreat. We take in the fantastic views of the abbey ruins and the 22 mile look back over Chesil Beach and the Fleet.
Then we visit the famous town where Broadchurch was filmed! On our way to Westbay in the Market town of Bridport. The golden strata of nearby East Cliff are one of the most distinctive features of the Jurassic Coast, and the area is very popular with walkers. East Beach has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and forms one end of Chesil Beach, which extends 18 miles south east to the Isle of Portland.
*Times and itinerary variations should be expected due to opening times, weather conditions and availability.
Tour start time is 9AM.
Pick up is at Weymouth Train Station (DT4 7BN).
At each sight your guide will give you a brief description of the area, orientate you, talk to you about its history and explain its geology. You will then have FREE TIME to explore the area as you wish before moving on to the next sight.
This tour needs a minimum number of passengers to operate. If this requirement is not met by your tour date, you will be offered an alternative date or the tour will be cancelled and you will be refunded in full.
This is NOT a shore excursion and will not pick up or drop off at Portland Cruise Port.
Portland is known as ‘tied’ island and is connected to the mainland via a single causeway. Depending on what time of day you travel, it can sometimes take 1-2 hours to travel from the Isle of Portland into Weymouth. We would urge you to factor in these extra travel times as we cannot guarantee your return to the ship on time.
Fabulous! We really enjoyed this tour! Be aware this is a long tour and takes all day! We discovered so much more that we thought possible! Would recommend.
