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Featured Trips for 2025
Beautiful Gardens
Beautiful Gardens
Beautiful Gardens
Thursday 17th July
Bennetts Water Gardens and Weymouth
Set in 8 acres, the gardens hold the National Plant Collection of Water Lilies with a Claude Monet style Japanese Bridge, Tropical House, Woodland Walks and Museum. You may wish to remain there all day whilst others may prefer to visit Weymouth as well, the choice is yours. FYI Water Gardens Adults £12.00. Weymouth is on one of the UK’s most beautiful coasts and offers the best in an old-fashioned seaside resort with its sandy beaches and seafront amusements. Seat Price £32.00
Stately Homes
Beautiful Gardens
Beautiful Gardens
Thursday 18th September
Petworth House and Park
Inspired by the magnificent palaces of Europe, Petworth House features grand state rooms designed to showcase wealth, refined taste, and royal connections.
Beyond its opulent interiors, Petworth is also home to one of the finest surviving examples of Capability Brown’s landscape design, spread across 700 acres of scenic deer park.
Just a short stroll from the house lies the charming town of Petworth — a treasure trove of independent boutiques, cosy cafés, and inviting restaurants. The town is also renowned for its antiques and art establishments, boasting around 37 within just a half-mile radius. Seat Price £35.00. Entrance to the House and Park is £19.00 and free to National Trust members
Theatre/Shows
Beautiful Gardens
London Markets
Monday 15th September
Sound of the 60’s Live – Hosted by DJ Tony Blackburn (OBE) Tony Blackburn is the most recognisable voice in British radio history. This year he is heading back out on the road, transforming his BBC Radio 2 Sounds of the 60’s staple into a live show which will feature music and stories from one of the most transformative decades. Hear about his days at Radio Caroline and him launching Radio One. Please note the cost of your ticket is included in your seat price of £70.00.
London Markets
Museums & Art Galleries
London Markets
Sunday 2nd July
Camden Market is one of the most famous markets in the world. There are hundreds of unique shops, stalls, bars, cafes and food outlets selling every conceivable food from every corner of the world. Alongside the Market is Camden lock where you can take a boat or gondola ride along the canal. Seat price from £34.00
Museums & Art Galleries
Museums & Art Galleries
Museums & Art Galleries
Monday 22nd September
Although billed as a trip to London’s Museums you can in fact do as you wish as long as you meet the bus at the designated time. We will drop off and pick up from outside The Natural History Museum which is very close to The Victoria and Albert Museum and the Science Museum. Whichever museum you choose to visit you will be amazed by thousands of thought-provoking exhibits. The best bit of all, is that all of these wonderful Museums are free to enter. Seat price£38.00
Seaside Locations
Museums & Art Galleries
Museums & Art Galleries
Friday 4th July
Boat cruise from Poole to Swanage with Steam Train ride. We will arrive at Poole Quay to board the 10.30am Cruise from Poole Harbour to Swanage (please note you will need to purchase your Sea Train tickets beforehand). This 1-hour cruise with live commentary will pass by some of Dorset’s greatest landmarks. Your boat ticket will include the steam train from Swanage to Norden or Corfe, where you could explore the ruins of Corfe Castle or explore the village centre. You will then be collected from Swanage at the end of the day. FYI Sea Train ticket prices Adults £25.50. If you do not wish to ride the train, a one-way boat trip will be Adults £17.00. Please speak to a member of our staff about booking your boat cruise. Seat price for the coach is £32.00
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Our tours offer diverse day trips tailored to various interests, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience from booking to drop-off. There's something for everyone!
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With over 30 years’ experience in Travel and Transport in Salisbury and now in our 10th year of providing Day Excursions, you couldn’t be in better hands.
What Our Guests Are Saying And Why They Keep Coming Back
Mrs. J A
Just to say a big thank you to David for a wonderful taster trip to Lulworth Cove today. He was professional, kind and endlessly patient - expertly driving us around Dorset, making sure everyone was happy and comfortable and pointing out places of interest. Thank you also to Paola for so efficiently handling my booking. I was particularly impressed with the attention to detail demonstrated by your company and will look forward to booking further trips in the future, as well as recommending Great Days Out to anyone who'll listen! July 2025
Mrs. H C
I have just had a great day out with Great Days Out. The whole trip was wonderful. Other passengers were delightful, friendly and fun. The sun shone all day and our driver, David was kind, respectful to all us elderly ladies and gentlemen and drove the minibus confidently and competently. We were all happy to be in such safe hands. Thank you GDO for a perfect day. July 2025
Mr. & Mrs. BR
“ Hello David, many thanks for today, we both enjoyed it immensely, a fascinating tour of the house (we shall book it again, so much more to see and learn) and just a “great day out.”
Well done my friend, your efforts are much appreciated.
Best wishes,
J & A” June 2025
Mrs. D P
“Hello Dave, Thank you so much for the eight Great Days Out trips I have enjoyed so far this year. I am looking forward to the next six trips already booked to the end of the year. I can wholeheartedly recommend your trips to everyone. Each one I have been on so far has been most enjoyable. What I like is that you take us on an adventure along the way, driving down country lanes past little towns and villages I would not normally get to see. Once at the destination we are given more than enough time to explore, shop and have lunch. There is a lovely friendly atmosphere on the bus and it’s great getting to see the regular trip adventurers like myself. The weather has been unpredictable at times but it hasn’t stopped us from enjoying ourselves.” May 2025
Mrs. B M
“I want to say a most grateful thank you to you all - especially David, for all the most enjoyable trips I have experienced using Great Days Out this past 12 months. I have been most inspired with the courtesy, reliability, and total enjoyment using Arrowline Minibuses - not to mention the thorough consideration of all those using each venture. You are all to the commended! And I actually look forward to 2025 and many more ventures courtesy of Great Days Out!”
Mrs. D H
“Thank you for all the wonderful trips over the last few years. Each year a vast choice of places - something to suit everyone. Always well planned so everything runs smoothly on the day, with helpful, friendly and cheerful drivers. Enjoyed and appreciated by all participants.” May 2025
Mr. & Mrs. K
Hi Dave and Paola, thank you so much for taking us to see our beloved, 'Butterfly': we really did have a Great Evening Out!
love and best wishes, D and S May 2025
Mrs. A B
“What a lovely day we had on our first trip with Great Days Out, we went to Bletchley Park on October 5th, what an interesting place to visit, it’s been on my list for a long time. I can say it was a perfect day picked up & dropped off on time, even the weather was perfect. David our driver was so nice & very professional and the minibus was very comfortable. We look forward to our next trip with you.” October 2024
Mrs. S S
“Just to say thank you for a great day to Hampton Court yesterday, thanks to Dave it was a stress free experience. Both R & I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
Mrs. S
“Good morning Dave, We as a family very much enjoyed our trip and have already spread the word to others. I am so glad to know that such a highly professional service is available locally, which is a bonus to us. Your commitment to putting customers first, raises the company’s image. Your service is excellent and I’ll be using it again in the future.”