Top 8 Private Sightseeing Tours in Newquay

Destination: Cornwall.
Explore the hidden Cornwall. Experience the smaller roads and the quieter places in Cornwall as well as seeing the more popular attractions. Our guides will show you firsthand the inner beauty and charm of this magical county.
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Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Newquay.
We will take our customers to places that most tour companies won’t. If Carlsberg did tours they’d pick Meneage Tours!
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Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Newquay.
Experience the legend of King Arthur from birth to death. Hear the stories and visit the locations with your knowledgeable guide. Did Arthur really exist? This is a private tour with your personal driver guide. Transport is by luxury SUV. Your guide is experienced and local with a background as a police officer and has advanced driving qualifications. The tour is flexible and can be customized to suit you. We will pick you up and return you to any location in Cornwall including hotels, airport or cruise ship.
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Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Newquay.
Join local guide John for a fascinating 1.5-hour history walk through the charming Cornish town of Padstow. Discover the stories hidden within its narrow streets, historic harbour, and centuries-old buildings as you explore how this picturesque fishing port has evolved over time. As you stroll along the waterfront and through the town’s winding lanes, John will bring Padstow’s past to life — from its maritime heritage and tales of seafaring adventure to the traditions, trades, and people that shaped the town’s unique character. Highlights include: • The historic harbour, once bustling with fishermen and traders. • Insights into Padstow’s shipbuilding and fishing industries. • Stories of local legends, smugglers, and sailors. This relaxed and informative walk offers a perfect way to experience Padstow’s rich heritage, blending storytelling with beautiful scenery. Suitable for all ages, the walk covers a gentle route lasting around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
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Duration: Around 1 hour and a half.

Destination: Newquay.
Calling all fans of the hit TV series ‘Poldark’, this private 9-hour tour with optional pick ups in Launceston / Truro and St Austell showcases the beauty of the show’s filming locations in Cornwall. Alongside your guide, you’ll visit important Poldark sites of outstanding natural beauty: Charlestown Harbour, Penbeth Cove, Botallack Manor, and Pedn Vounder beach are just some of the scenic spots covered. Hotel pickup and drop-offs in Cornwall are included on this private tour.
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Duration: Around 9 hours.

Destination: Newquay.
This tour is a guided walk around Newlyn’s historic port and town, led by archaeologist Jeanette Ratcliffe, who is part of the local community. Situated in the northwest corner of Mount’s Bay, protected from the prevailing westerly winds, Newlyn originated as a seasonal fishing settlement. After surviving a Spanish raid of 1595, its fortunes rose dramatically, as a centre for the Cornish pilchard fishery. Boosted by the 19th century arrival of the railway, Newlyn grew into the largest fishing port in Cornwall, with its economy still today heavily based on fish. Newlyn is also famous for its late 19th – early 20th century Newlyn School of Artists – painters working in the ‘plein air’ style attracted to the town’s spectacular natural setting and the ‘picturesque’ quality of its people and streetscapes. Newlyn’s continuation as a premier fishing port, alongside being a base for local artists and art-loving visitors, makes it a uniquely special place.
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Duration: Around 2 hours and a half.

Destination: Newquay.
Discover the captivating landscapes and rich history of Cornwall on a private full-day tour. Visit iconic sites like Tintagel Castle, the legendary birthplace of King Arthur, and explore charming coastal towns such as Port Isaac and St Ives. Enjoy the flexibility of a custom itinerary in a premium, air-conditioned vehicle as you journey through stunning coastal scenery. With a knowledgeable guide fluent in German and English, immerse yourself in Cornwall's unique culture and stories. Perfect for families, couples, or anyone eager to explore at their own pace. - Full-day private tour (8 hours) with a custom itinerary - Visit legendary sites including Tintagel Castle and St Ives - Travel in comfort with a premium 7-seater vehicle - Expert guide available in German and English for insider knowledge
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Duration: Around 8 hours.

Destination: Newquay.
Cornwall’s north coast has always been shaped by its relationship with the Atlantic. On this self-guided coastal audio tour, you’ll discover how Newquay became Cornwall’s premier surfing destination – and how it still maintains deep connections to its ancient past. You’ll explore cliff-top paths where Bronze Age settlers once traded tin across Europe, and learn how smugglers, saints, and surfers have all left their mark on these golden shores. You’ll learn how Celtic saints arrived by boat in the 5th century, bringing Christianity to these pagan shores, and how pilchards once fueled Cornwall’s economy before modern fishing practices changed everything. You’ll also find out how local fishermen once resisted the hotel’s construction, even pushing the foreman’s hut into the Atlantic during its controversial beginnings. The tour ends at the Barrowfields, ancient burial mounds dating back over 3,000 years, where Bronze Age traders once gazed out at the same ocean you’ll be admiring.
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