This captivating London shore excursion commences at the Southampton cruise ship port. A warm welcome awaits you from our friendly driver just outside the cruise ship terminal. Step into a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle, embarking on a 3-hour journey through the scenic beauty of England. Our tours are meticulously synchronized with your ship's docking times, ensuring a prompt start and a timely return to the port with ample time to spare before your ship's departure. Please note that London is a significant distance from the port, allowing limited time for exploration. This excursion includes a tour with a licensed guide, as well as a brief shopping and lunch break. However, due to time constraints, extensive shopping or a sit-down meal may not be possible.

Westminster Abbey is perhaps the most famous church in the UK noted for its royal weddings, coronations, and burials. With a long and varied history, the Abbey has functioned as a working religious site for nearly 1000 years.

The tower's historical significance is the primary reason for what makes it such a wonderful thing to see on a visit to London. Then there's the incredible architectural detail of the tower and its four massive clocks that even today are accurate to the minute and used by old-time Londoners to sync their watches with.

The Houses of Parliament – also known as the Palace of Westminster – are among London's most famous landmarks, the city's oldest royal palace, and a World Heritage site. During its lifetime, it's been a royal residence, a law court and even a penitentiary for menacing MPs.

Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of the UK's sovereigns since 1837 and today is the administrative headquarters of the Monarch. The enormous building and extensive gardens are an important site of ceremonial and political affairs in the United Kingdom, as well as a major tourist attraction.

Trafalgar Square is probably the most famous of all of London's squares. It may not be green but it is a focal point for London to gather and mark important events. The square's name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar, the British naval victory in the Napoleonic Wars over France and Spain that took place on 21 October 1805 off the coast of Cape Trafalgar.

London's most iconic architectural masterpiece, St Paul's Cathedral is known for its world-famous dome that to this day dominates the skylines of the city. Aside from being ahead of its time in its architectural prowess, this Anglican church is also the seat of the Bishop of London.

As the most secure castle in the land, the Tower guarded royal possessions and even the royal family in times of war and rebellion. But for 500 years monarchs also used the Tower as a surprisingly luxurious palace. Throughout history, the Tower has also been a visible symbol of awe and fear.

Free Time: after the guided tour, relish in 1 hour of free time. Your guide will drop you off at a convenient location, allowing you to savor lunch and indulge in some retail therapy.

After a day filled with delights, our comfortable private vehicle will whisk you back to your ship, brimming with cherished memories. Trust our decade-long expertise in organizing shore excursions and exploring the shores with utmost comfort and peace of mind. Booking a tour during your cruise can be daunting, but not with us!