Top St Ives Tours, Tickets & Activities

Our group of 6 had a wonderful day touring west Cornwall with Conrad. The itinerary was packed with all the natural and historical sites as only a local would know. The van was comfortable and the driving skillful, and we learned so much about the area. I would highly recommend this tour!

Outstanding! Michael was so friendly and hospitable!

We very much enjoyed our all day tour. Driver Graham with Telstar Taxis (Telstar Travel Co.). gave us a custom tour of interesting tin mines, filming locations and pretty little villages. Delightful.

I used Kernow for the convenience of doing a Cornwall/Tintagel tour from a Penzance hotel (at extra charge). And while not inexpensive I do say that it was well worth the added cost and feel it was money well spent. Our guide Michael couldn't have been more delightful over our long touring day and cheerfully catered to our slightly modified itinerary. Quite knowledgeable and a fun personality. Made for a splendid memorable day. The pictures of us he took are another very nice reason to use this service. Definitely recommend.

We had a fantastic day exploring North Cornwall with Conrad. The tour was highly customised from start to finish, with great flexibility to adapt the route as the day unfolded. Conrad was excellent at helping us choose the best itinerary, taking into account our changing plans and making sure we got the most out of the day.His knowledge of Cornwall was outstanding. Whether it was the history, local culture, hidden gems or the best viewpoints, he always had something interesting to share. More importantly, he took the time to understand what we were most interested in and tailored the day around those interests, rather than following a fixed script.This was definitely not an off-the-shelf tour. It felt personal, flexible and designed specifically for us, which made the experience much more special and memorable. We would highly recommend Conrad to anyone looking for a truly bespoke way to explore Cornwall.

Our driver, Simon, was excellent in giving us a full day of Cornwall experiences and in maneuvering the narrow lanes that allowed us to get to places that large tour buses cannot get to—beautiful and peaceful places. Our only complaint is that we stood around for quite some time to meet up with him when he was there the whole time but in a vehicle that gave NO indication that it was connected to Meneage Tours. It would have been nice if we been told to look for Telstar instead, especially since I inquired twice ahead of time as to how to recognize our tour at the dock.

One word: wow! We're a young couple and we love to travel, mostly alone, but we occasionally take a tour. No one has ever lived up to this. Our guide, Michael, was simply perfect: extremely kind, punctual, super friendly, funny and full of interesting things to tell us. He showed us places that aren't even listed in guidebooks and explained everything there was to know. That's the added value of seeing places with a local. This tour isn't just recommended: it's a must do!!

The excursion was great exceeded our expect actions. Best excursion of the whole trip. Conrad knows his history and knowledge of Cornwall. You can tell he loves it. The comfort of a private tour is the only way to go.

Kernow Tours is the one to go with! Conrad was very good with communication, and the day was perfect from start to finish! We loved seeing sites from Doc Martin, Outlander, Game of Thrones and Poldark. Not to mention the untouched beauty of the land all around. Bonus were all of the great photos stops and Singing by non-other than Conrad himself. Great time!

We have just completed our Northern Cornwall tour with Conrad from Kernow Tours today, and I can honestly say it was one of the best private tours I have ever experienced anywhere in the world.From the moment we first booked the tour over 9 months ago, Conrad’s communication, attention to detail, and genuine care in helping plan the experience were absolutely exceptional. Nothing ever felt too much trouble, and the level of personal engagement leading up to the tour was unlike anything we have experienced before.Although the weather was not the best at the start of the day, Conrad did not let that impact the experience for even a moment. He adapted the itinerary seamlessly and, before we even properly began, took the time to genuinely get to know us, understand our interests, and tailor the day accordingly. That personal touch made such a difference.Conrad’s knowledge of Cornwall, its history, culture, and local stories was simply phenomenal. As visitors from Australia, we found it especially fascinating hearing about the Cornish influence on Australian history, slang, mining heritage, and culture. It added such a unique and meaningful dimension to the day that we never would have experienced otherwise.To top it all off, the weather cleared around midday and we enjoyed a beautiful sunny afternoon exploring some truly stunning parts of Northern Cornwall.We have done many private and guided tours over the years across different countries, and Conrad was, without question, the best guide we have ever had. His passion for Cornwall, professionalism, warmth, humour, and ability to create such a memorable experience were outstanding.Could not recommend Conrad and Kernow Tours highly enough. Thank you again, Conrad, for such an unforgettable day.

We didn't know anything about Cornwall or the region, and we saw both Poldark sites and others. We also enjoyed a classic pub lunch.

We had the best day with Doug!!! We arrived on a cruise ship and were promptly picked up. Our tour was informative and fun. Back on board, it was apparent that we saw more than anyone else. I would highly recommend this tour!

After traveling around the world and doing a number of private tours this is by far the VERY BEST tour I have ever been on. His passion for detail and love of history and culture for Cornwall makes him one of a kind!

This is the highlight of our trip! Conrad was recommended by friends and we could not agree more. He picked us up in St Mawes and delivered a day to remember. The history, culture and warmth of locals was on full display. St Ives was a bit of a disappointment but the majority of the trip was fabulous. I learned a huge amount from a former teacher - Conrad. I also appreciated not driving those narrow lanes but also he went out of his way to show us fascinating places in Cornwall. If you go, this is the only way to see it!

Conrad truly brought to life the amazing area of Cornwall. I traveled with my 80 year-old mother and my 15-year-old daughter, and that can really be a challenge to do multigenerational tours that we all find interesting. Conrad definitely found a way to cater to all of us at the same time. He is full of heart for his region and his culture, fun to be around, And really made our day in the port as full as it could be yet somehow we did not feel pushed Or rushed. He came up with an itinerary because I was not very familiar with the area, And it was absolutely amazing. Thank you, Conrad, And I will never forget riding in the van with the windows down, listening to Cornish music and breathing in the sunshine and fresh air. Truly magical.

“The Best of the West” was a fabulous tour, and the high point on our two week visit to the UK and Ireland. In fact, this was the very best private tour my wife and I have ever been on. The owner, Conrad, was extremely accommodating of our travel schedule and worked with us to line up the very best tour possible based on our time and interests. Our tour guide and driver, Michael, was gracious, courteous, friendly, clear-spoken, and extremely knowledgeable of every nook and cranny in West Cornwall. He masterfully maneuvered our tour vehicle through all of the tight spots, and accompanied us to the awesome sights along the coast, explaining everything along the way. Starting in Penzance, Michael even took us to some places we thought we would not have time to see, including St. Buryan and St. Ives. What an incredible guide! Thank you, Conrad and Michael, for providing us with an unforgettable experience!