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www.madmaxtours.co.uk We have been running our small friendly tours since 1991 and have lots of experience.
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We give you plenty of time at each stop for you to get off and see everything for yourself - the views don't just flash past your window! We only use local guides so you get the benefit of their specialist knowledge and local detail. Our tours are small and relaxed - the majority of our tours only take 16 people so we offer a small personal tour, where we have time to listen to your questions. We operate throughout the year, weekends and most public holidays

30/08/2024

Making you feel comfortable and welcome is our priority.

Want to experience one of our tours for yourself? Visit our website and book your place.

29/08/2024

At Mad Max we make sure the sights don't just flash you by. You get plenty of opportunity to get off the tour bus and explore, with the time spent on the bus being about equal to the time spent off the bus.

Now booking tours for next year, visit our website to find out more.

22/08/2024

Did you know the Stone Circle comprised of 100 stones?

Built and altered between 2850 BC and 2200 BC, the outermost ring of the stone circle has a diameter of 1,088 feet, making it Britain’s largest stone circle!

It's a real joy to be able to wander freely amongst these ancient stones.

20/08/2024

Heartfelt Thanks for Your Kind Words! 🌟

Nothing makes us happier than receiving testimonials from our amazing guests. Your feedback is the fuel that drives us to continue offering unforgettable experiences.

Thank you for sharing your journey with us, and for being a part of our Mad Max family!

17/08/2024

Could Stonehenge be Scottish?

Stonehenge's famous Altar Stone came from Scotland not Wales as previously thought, new analysis shows.

15/08/2024

Our experienced guides bring history to life with engaging stories and local insights.
Join us for a memorable historical adventure! If you’re a history fan or you simply love finding out details of the past, our tours are perfect for you!

Book now at madmaxtours.co.uk

13/08/2024

When you explore it’s amazing what you find!

In a recent visit to Castle Combe Maddy discovered some amazing sights whilst taking a detour along a footpath!

08/08/2024

2025 dates now available. Our tours are small and personal, so please don't risk being disappointed and book a few months in advance - we want you to have the best experience!

Book now via our website.

08/08/2024

Maddy can’t help being drawn to ancient sites! The standing stones, dwellings and burial chambers of Orkney are breathtaking.

A big thank you to Kinlay orkneyuncovered for making Maddy’s time in Orkney truly inspiring ( she said you brought warmth to the day, despite the strange weather)!

25/07/2024

Have you experienced the mystery & magic of Avebury?

Built and altered over many centuries from about 2850 BC until about 2200 BC it is one of Britain's largest surviving Neolithic henge monuments.

22/07/2024

Our cozy, smaller coaches offer a relaxed and intimate travel experience, taking you from the picturesque town of Bath to some of the most beautiful destinations beyond the city walls.

18/07/2024

Join us & visit the picturesque village of Lacock, a favourite filming location for many films & period dramas!

🎬 Walk in the footsteps of the stars from..

Harry Potter
Pride and Prejudice
Larkrise to Candleford
Downton Abbey

For more information and to check availability visit our website, please book in advance as this tour gets busy.

12/07/2024

Take time to wander....

The magic of walking along a public footpath just outside Castle Combe in the Cotswolds - you never know what you will find.

11/07/2024

Did you know that Bath is home to the only natural thermal hot springs in Britain, that you can bathe in? The city's Roman Baths were built around these springs nearly 2,000 years ago and are still a marvel to explore today!

Once you have explored inside Bath's city walls, explore outside with us. Visit our website to book your tour today.

06/07/2024

We believe in keeping our tours small and personal.

With a maximum of 14 guests, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in the stunning scenery.

Explore the charming backroads that larger buses from London can’t access and leave the stress of driving behind.

Join us for a truly unique and intimate adventure! ✨

05/07/2024

This put a smile on our face all day! Our guides work hard to ensure you have the best time on your trip, so it's a pleasure to see feedback like this.

If you've toured with us recently please leave us a review on Google.

04/07/2024

Our expert guides are ready to take you on an adventure, beyond Bath's city walls and into Wiltshire and the Cotswolds this Summer.

Reserve your spot online now and let us take the wheel on your next trip!
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21/06/2024

Yesterday we celebrated the Summer Solstice, as the sun rose over the horizon, one of the most beautiful and spiritual places to have welcomed the sun was .

We are so lucky to be able to visit this magical place on our tours. Our Special Access tour takes you to Stonehenge, when all the crowds have gone and the sun is going down. To find out more visit our website.

17/06/2024

You never know what’s around the corner....

we snapped these retro cars at Bibery during a recent tour.

13/06/2024

As well as popular places, on our tours we’ll make sure you get to enjoy the peaceful moments too.

Escape Bath's city walls and explore the countryside and villages nearby with us.

07/06/2024

This felt so special - celebrating my 60th birthday in the centre of the stones and having the chance to show my family what has inspired and supported me for more than half of my life.

I'm so grateful for having been able to introduce 1000's of people to the beauty of this ancient landscape!

Maddy ❤️

06/06/2024

We are thankful to receive such wonderful feedback from our customers!

Thank you 🙏

04/06/2024

Since the beginning, we've always had small mini-coaches which we believe offer you the friendliest and best possible travelling experience.

You have the advantage of being able to see the countryside beyond the hedges and walls, and still get off the beaten track to explore the back roads.

For extra comfort, we've limited our group size to 15 people.

Discover our tours online.

31/05/2024

Tour 3 is our special access Stonehenge tour.

We drive through the beautiful Wiltshire countryside to Stonehenge, arriving when all the crowds have gone and the sun is going down.

This is your chance to get up, close and personal with these magical wonders.

To find out current availability and to book, visit our website today, but hurry as there is limited availability!

28/05/2024

What a beautiful stop for lunch in the sunshine, in the unspoilt village of ?

Lacock is packed with history, and has featured in many films and period dramas such as Harry Potter, Pride and Prejudice and Downtown Abbey!

Book your place on Tour 1 and visit with us!

22/05/2024

Our Tour 2 takes in the quintessential English villages that are peppered across the Cotswolds.

If you have yet to explore this stunning scenery, then tour 2 is ideal for you!

Beautiful backdrops, a quaint stop for lunch and an informative tour guide - what more could you want?

20/05/2024

We like to think that the memories of our South West tours last a lifetime, so it was lovely to read this review from Andrea!

Why not come and make your own memories with us on one of our award-winning small group tours?

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17/05/2024

Have you checked out the itineraries for our tours?

Our website breaks down each of our tours, giving you timings for each stop and a rough idea of how the day will run!

Explore beyond the walls of Bath this Summer!

www.madmaxtours.co.uk

15/05/2024

On a Mad Max Tour, you'll have time to savour the landscape around Stonehenge and Avebury - these are magical days !

13/05/2024

We have kept our tours small and personal with a maximum of 14 guests.

This allows you to relax and enjoy the scenery whilst still being able to explore the backroads, unlike larger buses from London. It also takes the stress and strains out of driving independently.

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Honey coloured stone, Saxon and medieval churches and the sense of Spring in the air... ... if you haven’t yet visited the Cotswolds, get it on your lists of things to do for this year - we’d be happy to show you around! www.madmaxtours.co.uk #exploreengland #explorethesouthwest #thecotswolds #visitthecotswolds #visitbath

We love meeting people from all over the world, and showing you this very special part of the UK. Thank you once again for your custom, and we very much look forward to continuing our tours in 2024. Enjoy some time with your family, friends and loved ones. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! #visitbath #visitwiltshire #smallguidedtoursuk #exploreengland

We are lucky to be surrounded by wonderful woodlands, especially near the prehistoric sites of Wiltshire. Walking amongst these magical trees must be good for you! ❤️ #visitbath #visitwiltshire #toursuk #smallguidedtoursuk

We have availability on our Special Access #Stonehenge tours on Wednesdays in July and the beginning of August. Join us and enjoy the stones in your own time, away from the crowds. Truly magical. #visitwiltshire #visitBath #exploreengland

Make #Avebury your next UK visit 😍 Join our tour 1 and start your visit by walking freely amongst the magnificent stones. You’ll have plenty of time to soak up the atmosphere & magical charm. End your tour by wandering around the pretty village and its 17th century thatched pub - @theredlionavebury 😉 We loved spending the Spring Equinox here with Rick Steves and his film crew last year. #smallguidedtours #aveburystones #visitwiltshire #ricksteves

As Maddy explains today marks Imbolc, the celebration between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox. This is such a special time of year to look forward to lighter days ahead and more time for exploring… did we mention our tours start again in March? 🥰⁠ What’s your favourite thing about this time of year? #imbolc #wintersolstice #springequinox #smallguidedtours #exploreengland #visitbath #visitwiltshire

We are still busy out exploring but, our tours will be closing at the end of this month. Don't worry though, it's just a short break, we will be back in March 2023 (after a well deserved rest!) Our award winning tours are now available to book for 2023 on our website. Maddy and Team. #visitbath #visitthecotswolds #visitwiltshire #exploreengland

Beauty comes in all different shapes & sizes. Maddy visited this undated shell grotto near Margate recently, she said it took her breath away, such a contrast in scale to the huge megaliths of Stonehenge & Avebury. If you would like to see breathtaking sites around Bath book a tour with us. #smallguidedtours #visitbath

To our customers, supporters and staff, thank you for all your help and support this year. Merry Christmas and a happy New Year. #exploreengland #smallguidedtours #visitbath #visitsomerset #visitwiltshire #visitthecotswolds

There are so many benefits to booking a small guided tour with us👇⁠ ⁠ ✅ On our buses you are guaranteed to have plenty of space⁠ with a maximum capacity of 10 people⁠ ✅ You are sat high so you can see over the hedgerow and view the changing landscape as you travel⁠ ✅ Take the strain out of travelling⁠ - relax from the moment you start the journey, not just when you arrive at the destination.⁠ ⁠ Make every moment count, get out and explore and book a tour with us today!⁠ ⁠ Where would you like to visit?⁠ ⁠ #madmaxtours #smallguidedtours #stonehenge #visitwiltshire #staycation #tourism #southwest #onceinalifetime #bucketlisttrips #livelifetothemax

Oh it’s good to be back. We are so grateful that we can once again be offering you our #smallguidedtours to Bath and beyond, with the knowledge that we can also keep you safe and #covidsecure. If you’re new to Mad Max Tours, we have been operating our small group day tours, BETWEEN March and October, for nearly 30 years! Our wealth of experience ensures you will have a wonderful day with us and we look forward to welcoming you to this beautiful part of the world. #madmaxtours #smallguidedtours #visitbath #visitsomerset #visitwiltshire #covidsecure #welcomeback #30yearsexperience #peaceofmind #staycation #tourism #southwest #onceinalifetime #bucketlisttrips #livelifetothemax

We are always keen to support local business, and we just love New Leaf Farm holiday cottages in Bathampton, just outside Bath. Situated on a beautiful, family run farm covering 50 acres in the glorious Bathampton Meadows, they can accommodate cosy cottages, which retain their original features and have private gardens for you to relax in. #madmaxtours #smallguidedtours #visitbath #visitsomerset #visitwiltshire #booknowpaylater #peaceofmind #staycation #tourism #southwest #onceinalifetime #bucketlisttrips #livelifetothemax #localbusiness #newleaffarmholidaycottages #bathaccomodation #holidaycottages #holidayrentals

Are you looking for something different to do for a special occasion? If you choose Bath or Bristol for a weekend break, why not join us to explore off the beaten tracks and get away from the hustle and bustle? Our Tour 4 would be the perfect activity for a group looking for a change from the norm, with a tour of Lacock, renowned for its film and TV heritage, as well a visit to a secret village in the Cotswold, where you can stop, explore, and soak up the village atmosphere while enjoying afternoon tea. Join us and we’ll take you there. Find out more click here: https://www.madmaxtours.co.uk/all-tours #madmaxtours #smallguidedtours #visitbath #visitsomerset #visitwiltshire #booknowpaylater #peaceofmind #staycation #tourism #southwest #onceinalifetime #bucketlisttrips #livelifetothemax #tour4 #lacock #visitthecotswolds #specialaoccasions #henparties #birthdayparties

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We have been running our small, friendly tours since 1991. We are proud to have been awarded the Tripadvisor ‘Certificate of Excellence’ for 6 consecutive years, received a ‘Highly Commended’ by Somerset Business Tourism and are recommended by travel writer Rick Steves. Each tour is planned with care to give you plenty of time at each stop, making the most of the stunning countryside on the way and taking the best routes to avoid traffic. We only use local guides who are passionate about the area, history and places we visit, and who offer specialist knowledge as well as local detail. Our tours are small and relaxed - our comfortable mini coaches take a maximum of 16 people, are air conditioned and have seat belts and a p.a. system.

We operate all year, weekends and public holidays (except Christmas Day).