Location: Southampton
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Southwest of London is Southampton (Soton to the locals), a metropolitan area centered around the port. However, tucked away on the side streets are ancient gems such as the Tudor House, Mottisfont Abbey, and "God's House," a museum located in a tower in the medieval wall. The ultra-modern Sea City Museum celebrates Southampton's seafaring past and the RMS Titanic. Looking for nightlife? Travelers can dance the hours away with bars, clubs, and live music, all accessible by public transportation.
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1. Oxford and Punting on the River Day Tour from Southampton
Admire the city of Oxford, known as The City of Dreaming Spires and home to England’s oldest and most prestigious university. Enjoy a walking tour of this fascinating University City, including Christ Church the largest college in the university, with it’s famous Cathedral. Then finish off your day by sitting back, relaxing and enjoying the picturesque scenery slipping by while you punt down the River Cherwell.
Inclusions: Professional local guide/driver, Punt hire, Transportation in a modern comfortable air-conditioned vehicle., Southampton hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Entrance fees to other attractions, Food or refreshments, Gratuities
Reviewed By mptaylor11
Our family had a wonderful time exploring Oxford and the Cotswolds with Graham, whom we found to be very knowledgable and friendly. The tour was well structured but also left enough flexibility for us to explore our specific interests. It felt like we were traveling with an old friend rather than someone we had just met. This was time well spent that provided us with fond memories from our family vacation.
2. London Full-Day Private Shore Excursion from Southampton Port
Welcome to the south of England where there are many hidden gems awaiting your exploration. You will be met by your driver-guide at your designated cruise terminal with a sign bearing your name for easy identification in Southampton today. You will be picked up at the Southampton Cruise Port with a 5 or 7 seat A/C vehicle, depending on the number of people in your party. Your tour will begin with a touch of the Beatles that will bring music to your ears. On the drive to London, you will have the opportunity to learn about English culture and heritage, and the details of what you will be exploring throughout the day. You will also have the chance to ask any questions you may have. Our Southampton Shore Excursion Tour promises to turn your limited available time slot into a journey beyond all others! It is here that you will learn why, from Roman times to the present, people have continuously admired living in London throughout every era.
Inclusions: Snacks, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
3. Enjoy a private day tour to Stonehenge and Bath from Southampton
Enjoy a day journey from Southampton to Bath and Stonehenge with a private guide in a spacious air-conditional vehicle. Discover the ancient Stonehenge and explore UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath. Bath and Stonehenge, both unique and gorgeous places to visit and both full of history. The guide will meet you on arrival at Southampton Cruise Terminal or at your hotel in Southampton. The first stop will be UNESCO listed city of Bath. Explore the center of this beautiful city on a walking tour. See Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths and all the famous attractions that this beautiful city has to offer. After lunch, you will head to the second stop of the tour – Stonehenge, the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe. Your guide will tell you all about its history and ancient theories associated with this mysterious place. You will then go back to your Cruise Terminal at Southampton with surely a bag full of wonderful memories.
Inclusions: Professional licensed guide, Pick up and drop off, Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance tickets, All fees and taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks (own expense)
4. London's Highlights on a Full Day private tour from Southampton
Enjoy a day in England's capital. See Big Ben, the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, Tower Bridge and much more. Tracking back London's almost the 2000 year history to its foundation by the Romans and its progress and growth into the City it is today, you will learn about many secret gems and explore how the city was formed. You will be picked up by your guide at the Southampton Cruise Port. Transfer to Central London will take about 2 hours of a scenic drive through the English countryside. After 5 hour London sightseeing tour return to Southampton Cruise Terminal.
Inclusions: Professional licensed guide, Pick up and drop off, Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, All fees and taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks (own expense)
5. Discover Winchester and Southampton medieval cities on a private tour
A perfect cathedral city on the side of the hilly South Downs National Park, Winchester is England's ancient capital and old residence of King Alfred the Great. The city combines the freshness of the neighboring countryside with the best of city life. Explore picturesque Winchester and be guided through its medieval streets. But first, take a walking tour of medieval Southampton. Meet your guide at the Cruise Port or at your hotel in Southampton and start with a walking tour of the city. Walk through the streets of Southampton, stopping at certain buildings of interest. Drive to Winchester about 25 minutes and start Upper Winchester walking tour. After the tour, the guide will drive you back to Southampton Cruise Port or to your hotel.
Inclusions: Professional licensed guide, Pick up and drop off, Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance tickets to Winchester Castle (The Great Hall), All fees and taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks (own expense)
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