Top South East England Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 3

The Isle of Wight, home to a variety of distinctive landscapes, dramatic cliffs, long stunning beaches and great attractions, is a natural playground for all ages! In Portsmouth, learn about the heritage and naval history of the city. • Take a stroll trough Godshill, a quintessential English Village, with its delightful medieval church, charming thatched roofed cottages and traditional tearooms. • Soak up the view on the scenic drive to Alum Bay, known for its multi-coloured sand cliffs and stunning scenery. • Enjoy a panoramic chairlift to the stunning beach (you can also choose to walk) and the many exciting attractions here for all the family. On the beach you get a close up of "The Needles", one of the most photographed groups of rocks in the world. • Get a great photo of Portsmouth's Spinnaker Tower and Historic Dockyard as your ferry departs to, and returns from the Isle of Wight.

Say no to research and route planning and yes to a journey through over 2,000 years of Canterbury history when you book this small-group walking tour with an accredited guide. See the medieval Westgate, the Marlowe Theatre, the Christ Church Gate and St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, and learn about everyone from playwrights to Romans. Please note: this is a sightseeing tour and entrance fees are not included.

Learn about the making of Harry Potter at Oxford with this private walking tour. Visit filming locations in the Divinity School and the secondary film site at the Bodleian Library, with entry to another college if the Divinity School is closed. Includes entry to Christ Church College, which you can explore independently with a self-guided audio tour.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a well travelled globetrotter you will enjoy this great day out to Oxford & Windsor. • On our guided tour of Royal Windsor enjoy fantastic views of Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest continuously occupied castle in the world, where Queen Elizabeth II used to spend most of her weekends ! We also see Eton College, the UK's most famous private school. • Walk through the quaint streets of Oxford city, and visit the oldest university in the English speaking world, dating back to the 12th Century. 28 British Prime Ministers, at least 30 international leaders and 55 Nobel Prize winners have taught or studied here! Oxford is consistently ranked in the top 5 universities in the world • Round trip and hassle free transportation provided

The Isle of Wight, home to a variety of distinctive landscapes, dramatic cliffs, long stunning beaches and great attractions, is a natural playground for all ages! Take a stroll trough Godshill, a quintessential English Village, with its delightful medieval church, charming thatched roofed cottages and traditional tearooms. Soak up the view on the scenic drive to Alum Bay, known for its multi-coloured sand cliffs and stunning scenery. Enjoy a panoramic chairlift to the stunning beach (you can also choose to walk) and the many exciting attractions here for all the family. On the beach you get a close up of "The Needles", one of the most photographed groups of rocks in the world. Get a great photo of Portsmouth's Spinnaker Tower and Historic Dockyard as your ferry departs to, and returns from the Isle of Wight.

Discover Brighton on your own terms and at your own speed with a City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour. Travel around this English seaside city by open-top, double-decker bus and enjoy unlimited hop-on, hop-off access with your 1- or 2-day ticket. It's ideal for first-time visitors to Brighton to get their bearings in the city.

Ensure a stress-free journey from London Heathrow Airport or your Central London hotel to Dover port with this shore excursion and transfer. Once aboard your shared vehicle, travel into the scenic Kent countryside and visit the Battle of Britain Memorial overlooking the White Cliffs of Dover, and enjoy a two-hour visit to Dover Castle with entry included—all before your cruise departure.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the 'Call the Midwife' set on this walking tour at Chatham's Historic Dockyard. Follow your guide around the dockyard and learn how it was transformed into a filming set for the famous BBC series. As an added bonus, you’ll see an exhibit featuring original costumes and props used in the show.

Get the inside scoop on Oxford's storied history on this private walking tour. Through your dedicated guide's informative narration, learn about the evolution of the university and all the achievements that have taken place there. Enjoy a flexible itinerary, personalized attention and plenty of time to ask questions, since this is a private tour for just you and your party.

Explore Oxford as you wish with your own guide on this private walking tour. Meet your guide in the heart of the history-steeped city and hear about its famous past and university as you explore the cobbled streets and squares. Use the flexible itinerary to tailor your sightseeing around your interests, visiting highlights such as the Bodleian Library, Christ Church College, and other landmarks as you please. Entrance fees at own expense.

Visit filming locations from the British television series 'Inspector Morse,' as well as spin-offs 'Lewis' and 'Endeavour,' on this Oxford walking tour. With a guide, learn about the making of the detective show and visit Oxford University colleges to gain insight into what it might be like to be a student here. Entrance fees to select university locations are included; drinks are not.

Discover all that Brighton has to offer on a bike tour of the city, zipping easily between sites while still enjoying an intimate experience of the city. Explore landmarks including the Royal Pavilion, Brighton Lanes, and the iconic beach, and learn more about the bohemian city’s history with insights provided by a local guide.

Discover one of the UK’s most vibrant seaside towns on two wheels with this 2.5-hour cycling tour of Brighton. Choose a morning or afternoon tour, then follow peaceful cycle trails through Victoria Lawns and the Grand Parade with your guide. Discover top local landmarks including Brighton Pier, St Peter’s Church, Preston Manor, the Royal Pavilion, Brighton Dome and the Lanes. Enjoy the fresh sea breeze in your face as your guide explains the city’s rich heritage, take in fine coastal views and soak up the atmosphere in the fishing quarter.

Make the most of a day or half-day to explore Wiltshire’s UNESCO-listed Neolithic and historical wonders on this customizable private tour. Avoid logistical worries and agree your preferred itinerary with a driver-guide who’s an archaeology graduate. Marvel at Stonehenge, Avebury, and Silbury; add gems such as Salisbury Cathedral, and benefit from your guide’s extensive knowledge of the sites and eating spots on route. Pickup and drop-off within Wiltshire is included.

With narrow cobbled lanes and majestic religious buildings, Canterbury is one of England's most charismatic cities. Discover it on this city walking tour with a private, accredited guide—unlike most other city walking tours, it includes access to the Cathedral precincts. You'll see medieval lanes, inns where pilgrims stayed, and lovely gardens, while your guide tells you colorful stories and gruesome tales.

Experience Blenheim Palace with a personalized 90-minute tour with your private guide. Afterwards, explore the palace and its grounds at your own pace, pausing where and when you like. At the end of the day, easy to use public transportation takes you back to Oxford. Includes option to include a tour of Oxford before Blenheim Palace.

Take a trip back in time—and across the British countryside—on this full-day guided tour of Stonehenge and Bath. Relax and enjoy the scenic journey from Brighton to Stonehenge, where you’ll be free to explore the famous Bronze Age site at your own pace with a self-guided audio commentary. You’ll then swing by the historic city of Bath and see the Roman Baths and ornate Georgian architecture up close on a guided walking tour.

Stroll the streets of historic Oxford and hit the perfect Instagram spots too on this self-guided audio walking tour, narrated by a historian. See iconic sights like the Bridge of Sighs, the Bodleian Library, the Sheldonian Theatre, and Radcliffe Square, as well as a wealth of historic colleges. You can download the tour in advance, meaning Wi-Fi is not required, but GPS access still works.

This guided ghost tour is based on real research and genuine case files, not theatrics. Explore Amersham, one of England’s most historic haunted towns, while hearing authentic stories rooted in centuries of dark history. Visit St. Mary's Church, where the last woman executed in the UK is buried, and Whielden Street, known for spooky happenings. It's an off-the-beaten-path alternative to standard sightseeing tours and perfect for travelers looking for something different.

Combine a walking tour of Oxford with the iconic experience of punting on the River Cherwell, all thanks to this time-saving, two-in-one tour. Learn about the storied university and academic life as you follow your student or alumnus guide through Oxford's colleges and historic highlights. Afterwards, enjoy a chauffeured punting tour along the Cherwell River. Upgrade to include entry into New College for the full experience.

Explore the highlights of Oxford with this 3-hour private walking tour. Led by an Oxford University student guide, visit key sights like the Bodleian Library and Radcliffe Camera and pass by pivotal colleges including Balliol, Hertford, and Oriel. Includes entry into one of the oldest colleges and a Harry Potter film site.

Why spend your layover stuck in the airport food court when you can explore London’s top attractions? Take a private tour of the capital and create a custom itinerary based on the things that interest you. Visit Tower Bridge, eat traditional fish and chips, stroll through Covent Garden, and more. Whatever you decide, your private guide is with you every step of the way to ensure an authentic English experience.

Explore the historical ties between Oxford and the British Empire and the impact of imperialism on this private guided walking tour. Led by an Oxford University student guide, visit key sights, like the Natural History Museum, the Pitt Rivers Museum and pass by pivotal colleges and schools, including Rhodes House, New College and the Oxford Martin School.

Simplify your arrival in London with a shared transfer and skip the stress of public transport and the expense of taxis. You’ll be picked up from Gatwick International Airport and transferred to your accommodation in central London in climate-controlled comfort. As this is a small-group service, you won’t spend all day dropping people off, either.