Duration:
8 Hours
Location:
Southampton
Price:
From £695
Avoid long waits at taxi ranks or the stress of navigating public transport with this chauffeur-driven private transfer from the Southampton Cruise Terminal to Heathrow Airport, travelling via Highclere Castle—the real-life setting of Downton Abbey—and several iconic filming locations from the series.
Your private driver-guide will collect you from the Southampton Cruise Terminal or nearby accommodation and provide a comfortable, seamless transfer to Heathrow, with memorable sightseeing stops along the way. The journey includes pre-booked, fast-track admission to Highclere Castle, allowing you to enjoy this famous location without waiting in ticket lines.
Highlights
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Explore Highclere Castle, the real-life setting of Downton Abbey
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Visit Bampton, the village used as Downton in the series
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Port pickup and hotel or airport drop-off in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
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Private tour experience with personal attention from your local driver-guide
Description
Meet your professional driver-guide upon arrival at the Southampton Cruise Terminal and relax in the comfort of a modern, air-conditioned vehicle as your journey begins.
We travel from Southampton to Highclere Castle (approximately 45 minutes), where you’ll have ample time to explore the magnificent castle and gardens independently. Step into the world of the Crawley family and immerse yourself in life as it was over 100 years ago, discovering how this grand country house became the iconic Downton Abbey.
From Highclere, we continue into the Oxfordshire countryside, where much of Downton Abbey was filmed. Our first stop is Bampton, a picturesque village that served as Downton village. Enjoy a guided walking tour highlighting the most recognisable filming locations, before continuing to the nearby villages of Shilton and Swinbrook, both of which featured in the series and retain a wonderfully traditional English charm.
After exploring the Cotswolds filming locations, we depart for a direct and comfortable transfer to Heathrow Airport, with drop-off at the airport or a nearby hotel, concluding your private Downton Abbey–themed journey.
Tour Details
This tour is available seven days a week, subject to availability.
We operate a tiered pricing structure, with prices listed per person:
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£695 – 1 person
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£395 per person – 2 people
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£295 per person – 3 people
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£235 per person – 4 people
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£205 per person – 5 people
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£180 per person – 6 people
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£170 per person – 7 people
The tour departs from either the Southampton Cruise Terminal or your Southampton hotel.
This tour can also be operated in reverse, with pickup from Heathrow Airport and drop-off in Southampton.
Included in This Tour
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One-way private transportation in a modern, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
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Southampton pickup with drop-off at Heathrow Airport
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Entrance tickets to Highclere Castle
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Professional local driver-guide
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We are proud to support One Tree Planted — with every booking, we donate to help plant one tree 🌱
Not Included in This Tour
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Entrance fees to other attractions
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Food or refreshments
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Gratuities
The start time for this tour is flexible and will be arranged to coincide with your cruise disembarkation. Your professional driver-guide will be waiting for you inside the cruise terminal at a pre-agreed meeting time, ensuring a smooth and stress-free start to your journey.
How much does this tour cost?
We operate a tiered pricing structure, with prices listed per person:
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£695 – 1 person
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£395 per person – 2 people
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£295 per person – 3 people
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£235 per person – 4 people
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£205 per person – 5 people
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£180 per person – 6 people
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£170 per person – 7 people
When can I take this tour?
This tour is available seven days a week, subject to availability.
What is the minimum and maximum number of guests?
The minimum is 1 person and the maximum is 7 people.
For larger groups, please email us to discuss availability and pricing.
Does this tour include entrance to Highclere Castle?
Yes, entrance tickets to Highclere Castle are included in the tour price.
Can I be picked up from London?
Yes, we can arrange pickup or drop-off in London for an additional £100.
How far is Highclere Castle from Southampton?
The journey from Southampton to Highclere Castle takes approximately 45 minutes.
What are the payment arrangements?
Full payment is required at the time of booking.
Do you have a cancellation policy?
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Cancellations made within 48 hours of the tour incur a 100% cancellation fee
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Cancellations made 48 hours or more before the tour incur a 5% cancellation fee
For full details, please click the cancellation policy link.
