STONEHENGE INNER CIRCLE TOUR | SPECIAL ACCESS

From the moment your journey begins, your professional archaeologist will bring Stonehenge to life through expert interpretation, fascinating discussion and the very latest archaeological discoveries. Standing beside the towering sarsen stones and smaller bluestones, you'll uncover how the monument was constructed over 4,500 years ago, why it was built and how new research continues to reshape our understanding of this extraordinary place.

Unlike a standard visit, your experience extends far beyond the stones themselves. As you explore the wider UNESCO World Heritage landscape with your archaeologist, you'll discover how Stonehenge connects with ancient monuments including Durrington Walls, Woodhenge, the Avenue and the surrounding prehistoric landscape. Every question is welcomed, every conversation is tailored to your interests and every stop offers a deeper understanding of Britain's remarkable prehistoric past.

Stonehenge

The power of Stonehenge lies in its inspired evocation of our shared past. A fusion of imagination and history.

Although many theories and ideas have been put forwards over the centuries to answer the enigma of ‘what is Stonehenge?’, perhaps of more significance is why this monument evokes the need in people to travel vast distances to walk amongst these stones and throughout this landscape. The answer to this may be beyond our current understanding, but what we do know is this ‘force’ on visitors is not new. Archaeological evidence indicates Neolithic and Bronze Age peoples travelling (perhaps over weeks and months) the length and breadth of the British Isles and continental Europe to stand in the midst of this testament to human ingenuity. Like these ancient travellers, you too should pilgrimage to Stonehenge along paths well-worn and truly experience this iconic symbol of Britain and our shared past humanity.

Durrington Walls

Visit the Stonehenge 'builder's village' Durrington Walls, a large henge situated in the beautiful Wiltshire landscape. The site consists of a large circular earthwork with a diameter of over 500m. Within the earthwork are two large timber circles, thought to have been used for ceremonial purposes. The site is believed to have been constructed around 2600 BC, making it one of the earliest known examples of this type of monument. It is thought that Durrington Walls was used as a ceremonial centre for the local population, and is an important archaeological site that provides insight into the lives of our prehistoric ancestors.

Woodhenge

Woodhenge is a prehistoric monument that was built during the Late Neolithic period. The monument consists of a series of six concentric rings of wooden posts, consisting of 168 posts in total. The posts are arranged in a symmetrical pattern and were possibly connected by lintels. Woodhenge is thought to have been used as a ceremonial site, and it may have been aligned with the movements of the sun and moon.

Duration

Every itinerary is individually tailored to your interests. A typical Stonehenge Inner Circle tour lasts around 1-2 hours, while guests choosing to explore additional sites such as Avebury, Salisbury or Bath can enjoy a full-day private archaeological journey.

Included in Price

• Private archaeologist guide throughout.

• Exclusive Stonehenge Inner Circle access.

• Tailored itinerary designed around your interests.
  

• Expert insight into the latest discoveries.

• Explore the wider Stonehenge World Heritage landscape.

• Luxury chauffeur-driven Mercedes.

Stonehenge Inner Circle access is subject to availability and is arranged as part of your personalised quotation. Admission fees are not included and will be itemised separately.

How Strenuous

This experience is classed as moderate. However, the day can be adapted to suit needs.

Your Private Archaeologist

Every journey is led by a professional archaeologist. Through engaging conversation, the latest archaeological discoveries and personalised interpretation, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Stonehenge and its surrounding prehistoric landscape. Meet our Archaeologists here →

Private Tour Prices

Price on request

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The Archaeologist Difference

As you walk amongst the stones, you'll move beyond the familiar stories to explore the latest archaeological discoveries, the remarkable engineering behind the monument and the wider prehistoric landscape that surrounds it. Every conversation is tailored to your interests, allowing you to ask questions, explore new ideas and gain insights that simply aren't available on a standard tour. It is this combination of exclusive Inner Circle access, expert archaeological interpretation and a carefully curated private itinerary that creates one of Britain's most remarkable heritage experiences.

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