Private Day Tour to the New Forest & Salisbury From Southampton

What Places Will We Get to See?

On this private New Forest & Salisbury tour from Southampton, you’ll visit:

• Salisbury

• Salisbury Cathedral

• Buckler’s Hard

• Beaulieu

• Lyndhurst

Paint Me a Picture

Your day begins at 10:00am, when you’ll meet your professional driver-guide directly at the Southampton Cruise Terminal or your hotel. Relax in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle as you set off on a scenic journey into the heart of southern England.

Morning in Salisbury – Over 800 Years of History

Your first stop is the historic city of Salisbury, where you’ll explore one of the UK’s most iconic medieval landmarks, Salisbury Cathedral. This magnificent example of Early English Gothic architecture houses remarkable treasures, including the original 1215 Magna Carta (one of only four in the world), Britain’s tallest cathedral spire, and the world’s oldest working mechanical clock.

Into the New Forest – Villages, Wildlife & Ancient Woodland

From Salisbury, continue into the New Forest, beginning with a visit to Lyndhurst, affectionately known as the capital of the Forest. A favourite stopping place for kings and queens over the centuries, Lyndhurst is rich in history. The local church is the burial place of Alice Liddell, the inspiration for Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland. You’ll enjoy lunch in a traditional English countryside pub here.

After lunch, travel deeper into the forest to the beautiful Rhinefield Ornamental Drive, home to some of the tallest trees in the New Forest. Enjoy a gentle walk along the Tall Trees Trail, surrounded by ancient woodland and peaceful scenery.

Your journey continues to Buckler’s Hard, a historic riverside village and former shipbuilding yard where ships for the Royal Navy were constructed — including one of Lord Nelson’s favourite vessels.

The final New Forest stop is Beaulieu, meaning “beautiful place” — a name it truly lives up to. Set along the tranquil Beaulieu River, the village is a haven for wildlife and wild birds and offers a wonderfully peaceful end to your day.

Return to Southampton — Or Onward to Heathrow

After a relaxed and memorable day, you’ll be driven back to your cruise ship in Southampton in plenty of time for departure.

If you are finishing your cruise, we can also arrange a drop-off at Heathrow Airport for an additional fee of £150.

On your private driving tour from Southampton, you’ll be looked after by a knowledgeable professional driver-guide and travel in one of our comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles, accommodating up to seven guests. This ensures a relaxed, spacious, and personal touring experience throughout the day.

As you travel, your guide will share engaging background stories and local history. At each stop, you’re free to choose how you explore — enjoy guided commentary through the villages, take some independent time to wander and shop, or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere. We usually stop for lunch in a traditional English country pub, where you can enjoy local food and perhaps sample a traditional ale in the sunshine, if you wish.

Tour Details

• Operates seven days a week, subject to availability

• Private tour for your group only

• Maximum of 7 guests per vehicle

• Flexible balance of guided touring and free time

Pricing (Per Person)

We offer tiered pricing, providing excellent value for couples, families, and small groups:

• £449 – 1 person

• £249 per person – 2 people

• £175 per person – 3 people

• £159 per person – 4 people

• £129 per person – 5 people

• £119 per person – 6 people

• £105 per person – 7 people

Pick-Up & Drop-Off

The tour departs from either the Southampton Cruise Terminal or your Southampton hotel, and you’ll be returned to Southampton in plenty of time for your cruise departure.

If you are finishing your cruise, we can also arrange a drop-off at Heathrow Airport for an additional fee of £150.

What’s Included

Everything is designed to make your day ashore smooth, comfortable, and stress-free:

• Professional local driver-guide with expert knowledge of the region

• Entrance fee to Salisbury Cathedral

• Private tour for your group only

• Transportation in a modern, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle

• Hotel or port pickup and drop-off in Southampton

What’s Not Included

• Food or refreshments (time is built in for a relaxed lunch stop)

• Gratuities (entirely at your discretion)

This full-day private tour from Southampton departs from either the Southampton Cruise Terminal or your Southampton hotel.

The start time is flexible and arranged to match your cruise disembarkation schedule. Your professional driver-guide will be waiting for you outside the cruise terminal at a pre-agreed meeting time, ensuring a smooth, stress-free start to your day ashore.

How much does the private driving tour cost?

We offer tiered pricing, providing excellent value for couples, families, and small groups. All prices are per person:

• £449 – 1 person

• £249 per person – 2 people

• £175 per person – 3 people

• £159 per person – 4 people

• £129 per person – 5 people

• £119 per person – 6 people

• £105 per person – 7 people

All tours are private, meaning the vehicle and guide are exclusively for your group.

When can I take this tour?

This tour operates seven days a week, subject to availability.

Are entrance tickets included?

Entrance tickets to Salisbury Cathedral are included in the tour price.

What is the minimum and maximum group size?

• Minimum: 1 person

• Maximum: 7 people

For larger groups, please contact us to discuss availability and tailored pricing.

Can I be picked up from London?

Yes. This tour can start in London and finish in Southampton for an additional fee of £200.

What are the payment arrangements?

Full payment is required at the time of booking.

What is your cancellation policy?

Our cancellation policy is as follows:

• Within 48 hours of the tour – 100% of the tour cost charged

• 3–7 days before the tour – 50% of the tour cost charged

• 8 days or more before the tour – 10% cancellation fee

Cruise Passenger Guarantee

We understand that returning to your ship on time is your top priority — and it’s ours too.

• All of our Southampton shore excursions are carefully planned around your cruise arrival and departure times
• We have never had a guest miss their ship
• Your professional local driver-guide actively manages timing throughout the day to ensure a relaxed and punctual return to port
• In the extremely unlikely event that you miss your cruise departure due to a delay on one of our tours, we will arrange and pay for your accommodation, meals, and transportation to the next port of call

This guarantee allows you to enjoy your private tour from Southampton with complete peace of mind, knowing your cruise schedule is always our highest priority.