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London with Southampton to Heathrow Transfer
Shore Trips - London with Southampton to Heathrow Transfer
 



Land at Heathrow and go straight into a private panoramic tour of London before your driver takes you on to Southampton Cruise Port. See Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London, with a lunch stop along the way and a 66 mile (106km) drive to the pier.

8 hours (private)
licensed guide
english speaking expert
all group sizes
sedan to full size coach
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hotel pick up
meet driver at hotel
  • Pick up from the Port of Southampton
  • Your contact will hold a welcome sign with your name written
  • Drop off at London Heathrow Airport
  • Private Licensed Blue Badge Guide
  • One Way Transportation in Private Vehicle
  • Transport of one piece of luggage and one personal item per person
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Tour Number:
ESTOL-02


Group Size (Prices in USD)*:
2 People - $926 Per Person
3 People - $634 Per Person
4 People - $498 Per Person
5 People - $398 Per Person
6 People - $332 Per Person
7 People - $290 Per Person



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TOUR DESCRIPTION
 

London Highlights from Southampton to Heathrow Private Tour

This private tour starts at Heathrow Airport and ends at the cruise pier in Southampton. After meeting your licensed guide, you depart for central London, about 23 miles (37km) away. During the driving tour you see top sites such as Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, the Tower of London, Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square. The exact sites and order depend on your interests and on traffic that day.

A stop for lunch is included in the schedule (meal not included). Many guests choose a traditional pub for fish and chips with an English ale, though London's Indian restaurants are also popular. High tea, typically served between 3 and 6 PM, is another option if you prefer.

After your time in London, your driver continues on to Southampton, about 66 miles (106km) from central London, for your ship's departure.

Mobility: a folding wheelchair can be accommodated, though some sites may be inaccessible. Please give advance notice if this applies to your group.

If this itinerary does not fit your plans, our London tours and London shore excursions can be customized. For larger groups, we can arrange a private tour using a mid-size bus or full-size coach. Contact us with any questions or for a custom quote.

What's Included

Included

  • Pick up from the Port of Southampton
  • Your contact will hold a welcome sign with your name written
  • Drop off at London Heathrow Airport
  • Private Licensed Blue Badge Guide
  • One Way Transportation in Private Vehicle
  • Transport of one piece of luggage and one personal item per person

Not Included

  • Meals and beverages not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Gratuities (optional, at your discretion)
  • Personal shopping

Tour Timing

All times are approximate and will vary based on your group's pace and interests.

  • 1
    2.5 Hours
    Meet Guide and Drive to London
  • 2
    4 Hours
    London Driving Tour with photo stops and lunch break
  • 3
    1 Hour
    Drop off at London Heathrow Airport

Resources

Port of Southampton (ABP Cruise). Official cruise terminal operator for the Port of Southampton Official Website

Heathrow Airport. Official Heathrow Airport site Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to know my flight details in advance?
Yes, please provide your airline, flight number, and arrival time when booking so your guide can plan your pickup accordingly.
How much time is spent actually touring London?
Most of the day is spent on the London driving tour and lunch stop; the transfers to and from London and on to Southampton make up the rest of the 7.5 to 8 hour tour.
Is this tour suitable if my flight is delayed?
We monitor your flight and time your pickup accordingly, so minor delays are generally accommodated without issue.
Does the tour stop for lunch?
Yes, a stop is included in the schedule, though the meal itself is not included in the tour price.
What if I would rather be picked up from a hotel instead of the airport?
This particular tour is set up for airport pickup. Our London Highlights with Southampton Transfer (ELTOS-01) covers the same itinerary with hotel pickup.
Shore Trip Timing is approximate based on your interests & traffic
  • Meet Guide and Drive to London - 2.5 Hours
  • London Driving Tour with photo stops and lunch break - 4 Hours
  • Drop off at London Heathrow Airport - 1 Hour

Average Rating: Average Rating: 5 of 5 5 of 5 Total Reviews: 15 Write a review »

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5 of 5 Review Location- Southampton Sunday, July 19, 2026
Reviewer: Joan W from NJ  
Our trip was wonderful! Our pick up at the airport, two tours, and transportation to the pier all went well. I would definitely use your company again for future travel needs.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Southampton Sunday, June 7, 2026
Reviewer: Dannelle M from Mission Viejo, California  
Again, Private Shore Trips did not disappoint. Been using them since 2009. Steven is so great to work with - and his team of tour guides all over Europe have been amazing. This time we used them in London, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Belfast. David in London, Ricky in Edinburgh, Ricky and Graeme in Glasgow and Paul in Belfast. All were personable, friendly, very knowledgeable, and flexible.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Southampton Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Reviewer: Joanne S from Portland, OR  
Sorry for the delay in replying.. I was not getting emails However, as you can tell by my replying, Im back successfully  --- I did hear from the local operators early on that morning and the return transfer to Heathrow worked like a charm.   In fact, we got on the road at 630 am exactly and were at Heathrow by 820 --- plenty of time for everyone to check in comfortably.     I think the only issue was the Hotel to Port transfer.    THANKFULLY, I requested to have the transfer pick up time a little earlier.  As it happened, traffic (as always for London) factored in and they were more than half an hour late.. For that group movement,  I think they may have misunderstood how the passenger counts were supposed to be ---- they thought the 8-pax mini van was solely for luggage.  It was uncomfortable with them squeezing bags in the 30-pax coach and the leftover in the other vehicle.  As it happened, we sent one person in that car with the driver and every seat  including the jump seat usually reserved for a tour guide  was filled on the coach.    Traffic was still an issue and it ended up being over 90 minutes before we even reached the highway --- London is so big and the roads are all city driving until you can access the main system out of the city.  Was nerve-wracking --- but, silver lining --- the huge global snafu with the system effected countless people, including those (not related to us!) arriving for the cruise and who still had to travel from the airports..  this chain reaction allowed for the cruise line to delay sailing in order to wait for the late-comers.  Our group arrived around 330 which was remarkable, seeing how much time we consumed just in getting there.     That was the only hiccup. Our guided sightseeing tour of London was wonderful --- Konrad, our Blue Badge Guide --- absolutely fantastic  did a great job for us --- everyone who participated in the tour loved it and commented very favorably.    Despite iffy weather reports, we dodged rain the entire trip except for brief sprinkles  not bad for England, Scotland , Iceland and especially Ireland.   I want to mention that I appreciated the contact between the local operators and me. I received text and phone messages as needed, which is a huge relief  instead of waiting around and not sure who youre looking for ---- this eased my nerves and enabled me to communicate more comfortably with my group members. Thank you so very much for helping with the arrangements.      Except for the little snafu with the first transfer  which was resolved  all else went like clockwork.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Southampton Friday, March 6, 2026
Reviewer: Jeremy K from Marion, IA  
Thanks for asking. They were good. The first driver was really nice and helpful and a good guy. The other driver was fine but not as nice. He was fine though and both were on time and the vehicles were comfortable as well. Very happy we chose you as both worked out great.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Southampton Thursday, February 5, 2026
Reviewer: Denise A and William P from Roslyn, WA  
We want to thank you for the great job you did on planning and organizing our trip to Europe. The eight of us had a great time as well as being pleasantly surprised at how well the trip was organized, how gracious our drivers and guides were how pertinent your suggestions were. We will be having friends go in the spring and will be referring them to you.

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