A choice of hotels, transfers and options to sightsee in London + tours to Stonehenge, Bath, Windsor, Oxford
Start your cruise holiday in style with a short city package break in London prior to your cruise departing from Southampton or Dover.
With this great value package you can spend as many days as you like in the capital exploring its amazing history and sights and then take in the shows in the evenings. Furthermore, you have the option to add on day tours to some of the top sights in England such as: Bath, Windsor, Stonehenge and Oxford.
You’ll be picked up from your hotel and taken to your cruise ship on your transfer day. A perfect way to start your cruise holiday.
London based package includes:
- Flexible length of hotel stay at a choice of 4- or 5-star London city centre hotels
- Transfers to your Southampton or Dover cruise ship
Optional extras:
- A full day London guided sightseeing tour including entry to Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral and a River Thames cruise
- Fully guided small group day trip to Stonehenge, Bath & Windsor with entry to Stonehenge and Windsor Castle
- Fully guided small group day trip to Oxford, Cotswolds & Country Pub Lunch with entry to Divinity School Oxford
- Departure transfer to Southampton cruise terminal via Stonehenge (Southampton only)
- Departure transfer to Southampton cruise terminal via Windsor Castle (Southampton only)
We also offer alternative private cruise tours which give you the ultimate in flexibility and comfort.
Take a cruise transfer privately from London to Southampton and add on a private guided tour to Windsor or Stonehenge too, if you wish.
Southampton or Dover Pre-Cruise Break in London
A perfect way to start your cruise departing from Southampton or Dover with a short break in England’s capital city, London.
This is a stress free, simple package that combines all the basics you need before you board your Southampton or Dover cruise ship.
A London hotel, cruise day transfers and an optional extra London sightseeing tour covering world famous attractions on your first day. It is up to you how long you stay in London – this showcases just how flexible the package can be.
Your choice of London hotel
We have a great range of 4- and 5-star London City centre hotels in a wide variety of locations available on this pre Southampton or Dover cruise hotel package.
London doesn’t have a compact downtown like many North American cities; instead, its attractions and landmarks are widely dispersed. You have the option to join a highlights tour on your first full day to explore some of the city’s key sights.
All hotels are close to an Underground Station to get out and about in the evenings and any further days you are in London.
We have a dedicated section of the web site addressing how to use the London Underground and the fares system.
We source top-quality hotels in prime locations in London, featuring the most attractive current deals.
Optional extra – Day tour of London
On your second day (first full day in London) a guided tour can be added, covering all the main sights of London.
You’ll visit world famous St. Paul’s Cathedral, an architectural triumph and wedding venue of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer.
We then follow the Thames through the heart of London to the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben for a photo stop. We continue to the Queen’s official London residence, Buckingham Palace to enjoy the pomp and ceremony of the changing of the Royal Guards (subject to operating dates).
After lunch, entry is included to The Tower of London. Here you will learn real life tales of torture, execution, Royal prisoners, and life in a former Royal Palace, before having a chance to admire and marvel at the Crown Jewels.
Your sightseeing tour ends with a guided boat cruise on the River Thames, where you will enjoy a commentary and excellent views of The Shard, Shakespeare’s Globe and the Houses of Parliament. Your tour ends in Westminster, in the shadow of the London Eye and Parliament, a great location to continue exploring or return to your hotel.
Cruise ship transfers to Southampton or Dover
On the day of your cruise you will be transferred to Southampton or Dover and your cruise ship either on a private transfer or shared transfer after breakfast.
Option to visit Stonehenge, Windsor, Bath or Oxford with Cotswolds country pub lunch
You have the option of which sights to see on the way.
There are four transfer options available for Southampton, while only the first two options can be used for Dover.
- Fully guided small group day trip to Stonehenge, Bath & Windsor with entry to Stonehenge and Windsor Castle
- Fully guided small group day trip to Oxford, Cotswolds & Country Pub Lunch with entry to Divinity School Oxford
- Departure transfer to Southampton cruise terminal via Stonehenge (Southampton only)
- Departure transfer to Southampton cruise terminal via Windsor Castle (Southampton only)
The scheduled arrival time at the cruise terminals vary according to which option you choose. The Welcome to London Tour should see you in London by 4pm. For the other tours, expect to arrive in London between 6-7pm.
At Southampton or Dover, the ship’s porters take your luggage directly from the transfer vehicle to your cabin while you walk to the check-in desk.
Reservations, payment & full details
Cruise breaks have a 10% cancellation fee up until 28 days before arrival. For cancellations within 28 days of arrival, the cancellation fee is the total price of the reservation.
Payment is by credit card on a secure on-line system in British Pounds, US Dollars or Euro. All taxes, parking charges etc. are included. Tips are not included in the price.
The price for each package largely reflects the hotel you select and how many nights you choose to stay in London.
Hotels
The hotels offered are high quality and in excellent locations for exploring London.
You can choose to add on optional extras like the London day tour at the time of booking or decide to explore London on your own. The choice is yours.
Once in the booking page, select the hotel you like and dates of stay and you’ll be taken through the booking process including preferred transfer.
Private Southampton Pre-Cruise Break in London
Private flexible cruise transfer with hotel break + option to visit Windsor or Stonehenge
- Flexible length of hotel stay (1-10 nights) at a choice of 4- or 5-star London city centre hotels
- Comfortable, air-conditioned transportation from your London hotel or airport to Southampton cruise port
- Option to add on a private Stonehenge or Windsor experience
- Free walking tours included
Southampton or Dover Pre-Cruise Break in London
Overnight break for 2 people sharing room
- Cruise ship transfers included
- Choice of hotels and length of stay – 1-14 nights
- Optional Highlights of London day tour
- Optional tours visiting Stonehenge, Windsor, Bath, Oxford & Cotswolds country pub lunch
Post-Cruise Package in London
Post-cruise London package includes:
- Shared cruise ship transfer tour from Southampton or Dover to London hotel.
- Flexible length of hotel stay at a choice of 4- or 5-star London city centre hotels
- A fully guided London sightseeing tour with entry to Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral and River Thames cruise
- For either Dover or Southampton there are options to upgrade with a with a fully guided small group tour to visit Stonehenge, Bath and Windsor or Oxford, Cotswolds & Country Pub Lunch with entry to Divinity School Oxford
Flexible booking
Secure payment in British Pounds, US Dollars or Euro.
Visit our Southampton or Dover post-cruise London hotel, transfer & sights page for more information.