Duration:
8 Hours
Location:
Southampton
Price:
From £699
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 Oxford and Blenheim Palace.
Your private driver-guide will collect you from the Southampton Cruise Terminal or nearby accommodation and provide a comfortable transfer to Heathrow, with enriching stops along the way. The journey includes a private guided tour of Oxford as well as pre-booked admission to Blenheim Palace, allowing you to explore at a relaxed pace before continuing on to the airport.
Highlights
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Admire Oxford, famously known as the City of Dreaming Spires
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Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Blenheim Palace
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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 you begin your journey.
We travel to Oxford (approximately 1.5 hours), where you’ll enjoy a guided walking tour of this world-famous university city. Home to scholars, writers, and royalty for over 800 years, Oxford is steeped in history and tradition. Your guide will lead you through the historic city centre, sharing stories about the city’s past, the University of Oxford, notable figures who studied and lived here, and the fascinating customs that still shape university life today.
Our next stop is the magnificent Blenheim Palace, one of the most beautiful and important stately homes in the UK. With over 300 years of history and more than 2,000 acres of landscaped parkland, this extraordinary palace is also the birthplace of Winston Churchill. Inside, discover priceless paintings, tapestries, and stunning examples of Baroque architecture, or simply enjoy the breathtaking views across the lakes and gardens. If time allows, you may even wish to try the famous maze.
After you visit Blenheim Palace, we continue on a direct journey to Heathrow Airport, ensuring a relaxed and timely arrival for your onward travel.
Optional: Drop-off in central London is available for an additional £100.
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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£699 – 1 person
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£379 per person – 2 people
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£279 per person – 3 people
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£249 per person – 4 people
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£209 per person – 5 people
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£189 per person – 6 people
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£169 per person – 7 people
The tour departs from either the Southampton Cruise Terminal or your Southampton hotel.
This experience can also be operated in reverse, departing from Heathrow Airport and finishing in Southampton, travelling via Oxford and Blenheim Palace.
Included in This Tour
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One-way private transportation in a modern, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
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Southampton port pickup with drop-off at Heathrow Airport
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Entrance tickets to Blenheim Palace
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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 scheduled to align 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.
If the tour is operated in reverse, travelling from Heathrow Airport to Southampton via Oxford and Blenheim Palace, we recommend a 9:00am departure for the best overall experience.
How much does this tour cost?
We operate a tiered pricing structure, with prices listed per person:
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£699 – 1 person
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£379 per person – 2 people
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£279 per person – 3 people
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£249 per person – 4 people
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£209 per person – 5 people
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£189 per person – 6 people
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£169 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 Blenheim Palace?
Yes, entrance tickets to Blenheim Palace are included in the tour price.
Can I be picked up from London?
Yes, this tour can be operated in reverse, starting at Heathrow Airport and finishing in Southampton, travelling via Oxford and Blenheim Palace.
If you would like to start from central London, an additional £100 fee applies.
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
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.
