
Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge
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Is Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge worth booking?
Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge is a 6-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $134 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 560 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (560)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $134 per person
Leave your central London hotel for your cruise departure at Southampton Port, stopping to visit Stonehenge on the way! The prehistoric stone circle, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, sits roughly half-way between L
What you get
- Maximum of 2 items of hold luggage (23kg each) and 1 item of carry-on luggage (10kg) per person.
- Services of a friendly tour manager
- One-way shared transfer by luxury coach
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entry to Stonehenge
- Baggage storage
About this experience
Leave your central London hotel for your cruise departure at Southampton Port, stopping to visit Stonehenge on the way! The prehistoric stone circle, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, sits roughly half-way between London and Southampton, making it an ideal stop before your cruise. Explore this intriguing monument at leisure, pondering its many mysteries before arriving at Southampton Port. This service is available on all dates when Royal Caribbean, Oceania, NCL, Celebrity, Princess & Disney cruise ships are visiting Southampton. The service is also available to passengers on other ships if your arrival dates and arrival times coincide with ships listed. Please note you will need to make your own way from the ship we are servicing on that date.
What's included
Included
- Maximum of 2 items of hold luggage (23kg each) and 1 item of carry-on luggage (10kg) per person.
- Services of a friendly tour manager
- One-way shared transfer by luxury coach
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entry to Stonehenge
- Baggage storage
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
Stonehenge
While traveling, your tour manager will give you some insights into Wiltshire’s most intriguing relic – Stonehenge – and explain a few of the theories about the building of this Megalithic stone circle. After traveling for roughly 1.5 hours, arrive at Stonehenge and spend time exploring this incredible site independently. While strolling around this UNESCO World Heritage Site, ponder the tales your tour manager told you earlier, and make up your own mind about how and why it came to stand. Was it built as an astrological observatory, or was it perhaps intended as a sacred burial place? How did the gigantic Sarsen stones get to the site when no machinery existed to transport them? At the pre-arranged time, meet your tour manager back on the coach and then relax on the journey to Southampton on England’s coast. Your guide will drop you off right outside Southampton cruise terminal in time for your cruise.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
There are four cruise terminals at Southampton. In normal circumstances the coach will take an hour or slightly less to travel from Stonehenge to Southampton arriving between 1:30pm to 2:00pm. At Southampton step off the coach and walk straight to the check-in desk. Porters will take care of your luggage, ensuring it is delivered directly to your cabin. Make sure you use the luggage label in your cruise pack to facilitate this.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- International Friends
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Each person is allowed a maximum of 2 items of hold luggage (75x51x28 cm - 23kg each) and 1 item of carry-on luggage (55x40x20 cm - 10kg each). If you bring extra luggage it will not fit in the vehicle. In this instance you will be responsible for arranging separate transportation for your luggage to your cruise ship.
- Should you wish to bring any mobility aids (wheelchairs or walkers) you MUST contact the operator in advance and provide full dimensions and weight. These items must be able to be folded and stored in the luggage hold. Wheelchairs must be counted as 1 item of your hold luggage.
- If timed embarkation policies are introduced we will contact all customers prior to the your transfer to confirm your specific timings.
- On dates where the cruise ship is departing at 4pm, we plan to arrive between 1.00pm and 1.30pm.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 563 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
563 verified traveler reviews for Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Just an expensive transport to the port with a stop at Stonehenge
This was really just transportation from London, to Stonehenge, then Southampton. Which I suppose is what I needed. Our driver did call ahead of time and told us he would pick us up at our hotel even though the company had told us we would have to walk down the street to another location for pick up. It was a passenger van, not a bus which probably made the difference. We had only six of us in the van, but the luggage and passengers were a tight fit. Made for kind of an uncomfortable journey. Not unpleasant, just not what I expected. When we arrived at Stonehenge the driver handed a piece of paper to one of the passengers and told us to go to the ticket office and collect our tickets, then quickly get in the shuttle out to the stones. No real navigation, just verbal directions. We found things ok but again it wasn’t what I expected. When we arrived at port he handed our luggage off to the porters. It was a very seamless process. So overall it was effective and got us where we wanted and in time, just nothing outstanding.
via Tripadvisor
Cruise prequel, Stonehenge detour.
This was a great way to get from London to Southampton, with a bonus stop at Stonehenge. Dan was very informative.
via Viator
Ready to cruise? One last stop at Stonehenge!
Great way to see Stonehenge before boarding the cruise ship. Early pick up in order to pick up at many locations around London and the airport taking about 90min. Travel to Stonehenge was about 90min. Time at Stonehenge was about 2 hours. Seemed like it would be a little too long but worked well. Had time to visit site, gift shop, and cafe for a quick rest. Time to ship was about 90min from Stonehenge. Arrived a little after 2. If timeline doesn’t fit your image for getting on board, this may not be a good choice. It worked for us and driver and guide were knowledgeable giving us info about the area and site during the travel times.
via Viator
London to Southampton Cruise Port with a stop at Stonehenge.
Book this tour if you want an easy ride on a nice passenger bus to Southampton cruise port from your London hotel with a stop at Stonehenge. Excellent service and the tour guide and driver were amazing. 5/5 stars!!!
via Viator
False advertisement
It is not a Luxury Coach. It is a van they stuffed 6 people into with all our luggage, back packs (piled on the front seat so no one could sit there) and my husband’s walker. We thought it was meeting up with a bus, but that never happened . We ended up being some of the last people on the ship before it left the dock. I was stuck next to a guy that “man spread” to the point I had a bruise from him shoving against my leg for 2 hours. We only had an hour at Stonehenge and couldn’t even look at the museum or exhibits. Just a fast jog around the stones and back in the sardine can. This time I put my husband in the middle next to the “man spreader.” Absolutely worst Viator trip I have taken. The driver never said a word, so no “tour” and he jerked the vehicle back and forth Everytime he looked in his mirrors, which was all the time.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $134 to $142
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 196
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 79
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge cost?
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Prices start at $134 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 560 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge?
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Around 196 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Southampton Pre-Cruise Tour: London to Southampton via Stonehenge start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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