Shore Excursion Southampton Cruise Terminal to Windsor Castle
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Shore Excursion Southampton Cruise Terminal to Windsor Castle

By EC Minibus
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Ages 0-95
Duration: 5h
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Mobile ticket
Audio guide: German, Chinese, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
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  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • 2 hours waiting time at Windsor Castle
  • Worry-free shore excursion guarantee
  • Transport by Private vehicle
  • Admission tickets and Audio guides for Windsor Castle.
  • Entry/Admission - Windsor Castle
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • We will pick you up directly from the cruise terminal (Southampton hotels) and bring you back to the cruise terminal.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Port pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
      • Southampton
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 10706P56

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Most travelers can participate
        • Vehicles are not wheelchair accessible but will transport foldable wheelchair.
        • This service is available In 3 different types of vehicles, 1 to 3 adults traveling in a Sedan, 1 to 4 adults traveling in a Minivan, 1 to 8 adults traveling in a Van.
        • This service is also available for pickups from Southampton hotels to Windsor Castle.
        • Service includes 2 hours viewing time at Windsor, if you require additional waiting time can be requested on the day for an additional cost which will be provided on the voucher once the booking has been completed.
        • Windsor Castle opens daily at 10 AM, Journey time from Southampton to Windsor is approximately 1 hour.
        • Please note St George’s Chapel is open on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday but it is not part of the visit on Sundays, when it is only open for worship
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 10706P56

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        $501.86
        per adult (price varies by group size)
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        About the operator
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        • EC Minibus
          83
          London, England
          Joined in March 2015
        • datavortex
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Overall Positive Experience
          We used EC for three transfers during our trip. Heathrow airport to Southampton, Southampton to London via Stonehenge, and London to Heathrow airport via Windsor Castle. We had 4 or 6 people in each trip with tons of luggage. They put us in 8 seater vans and there was plenty of room, including with car seats for 2 kids. Booking was simple, fast, and overall excellent. All the rides were on time and clean. We had three different drivers and they varied in how friendly they were. But they were all competent, excellent drivers, and got us there on time. Price was competitive for a private car. I would use EC Minibus for our next trip to the UK.
          Written July 11, 2024
        • johnnF131DE
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          No-show.
          Driver ever showed up, claimed the appointment was for 9 a.m. it was for 8 a.m. We waited until 8:40 and the office never answered our phone calls. We wound up paying nearly $200 for the taxi to Heathrow. Note that was nearly $150 cheaper than the Trip Advisor/Viator price we paid. Live and learn.
          Written June 23, 2024
        • scorpio117
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Seamless Dependable Travel Arrangements and Comfortable Vehicle
          We used EC Minibus for transfer from Heathrow to a hotel in Westminster London and a few days later to take us to Southampton with a 2 hour stop in Windsor. We are 2 older adults and had 4 very large suitcases. We arranged our transit by email, responses and communication were timely and payment by credit card was a seamless transaction. As travelers from the US you always take a gamble traveling overseas and our arrangements went flawlessly. Our driver was professional, timely yet very friendly and picked us up in a very clean, comfortable vehicle. He recommended a restaurant in Windsor for our stop there and it was excellent. In Southampton we were staying one night pre-cruise at a boutique hotel and he escorted us in to make certain we were using the right entrance considering we had a lot of luggage and are "seniors". I will use EC minibus without hesitation for my future transit needs when traveling there. Thanks for a job well done!
          Written June 20, 2024
        • 254coreyl
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Joao with EC Minibus was Excellent
          This was a round-trip pickup from London to the cruise terminal in Southampton and back to LHR for a family cruise. The van seated my entire 7 member group and our luggage comfortably. We arrived at the terminal and the airport early. I'll definitely book again with EC Minibus the next time I travel to London!
          Written May 26, 2024
        • 463sherriep
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Private tour from Southampton Cruise port to London
          We had the most amazing day! We were picked up by our driver at 8 AM, who was waiting outside just as we left the terminal, so that we would not miss him. He was just delightful as he took us first to Stonehenge, then to Bath. He told us about the audio tour to listen to at Stonehenge and where to go to eat in Bath. He shared with us his knowledge about different areas that we traveled through and was so accommodating the entire day. He waited a couple of hours in each place for us to experience all that we wanted to and then brought us back into London in the middle of rush-hour traffic but maintained such a happy attitude the entire day. I would highly recommend this experience for those who are looking to try to make a tour day of their first day in the city before they check into their hotel. We loved everything about it! We would definitely use this tour company again for the same exact tour. FIVE STARS!
          Written May 8, 2024
        • kiltmaker2
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Big airport and such a long walk to the gates
          terminal 2 is such a drag …… long walk from check in all the way to the gate for North American bound traveller. Be prepared.
          Written March 14, 2024
        • A212GGdavidm
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          painless transfers in London
          On a trip with LOTS of luggage (and frail backs) we booked EC Minibus from LHR to our London hotel, then our hotel to Southampton for the QM2 home. The driver met us at the arrivals lounge exactly when promised (a bit early, actually), took us precisely where we needed to be. The same driver, 4 days later, on time again for pickup and drop off. We didn't touch our luggage when he was around. We booked a larger vehicle and it was perfect for us and our heaps of stuff. Driver was pleasant and professional. Booking process was seamless. Charges were exactly as expected. I found this company because I wanted to deal directly with the provider, not through some website that makes it look like they're a company when they're really a broker. Next trip, they'll be my first choice. Zero hassle. Really smoothed out what could have been a rough part of the trip. Totally worth it (and reasonably priced, too).
          Written December 22, 2023
        • KCC218
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Enjoyable trip to Southampton from London
          Very well done. Our driver was on time and communicated with us until he arrived. Very nice trip that exactly as promised. Very comfortable. Joao was our driver and he was informative and helpful at all turns. Definitely recommend this trip as a precursor to our cruise.
          Written October 28, 2023
        • nationalvelvetcm
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Enjoyable but disgusted that they allow dogs in the shops
          A good mix of shops - some more attainable than others - and there are definitely some bargains to be had. My only complaint was that they allow dogs (not service dogs) inside the shops which I found really, really off-putting.
          Written October 22, 2023
        • Carol0325
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Recommend EC Minibus
          We hired EC Minibus on two occasions. Once to transport us from Heathrow to our London hotel and then a few days later to drive us from London to our Southampton cruise pier. On both occasions the drivers arrived on time, were friendly and courteous, and had a clean comfortable vehicle.
          Written October 5, 2023
        • robertgT4419DG
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          Avoid this trip! Book a taxi and pay for your own entrance to Windsor for the same price.
          Terrible Service. I spent a full hour frantically looking for a "Coach" as was described at the port. It turned out to be a minivan and the driver finally contacted me 1 hour after the meeting time. Driver had to search for parking, didn't understand the ticketing and as a result we lost a full hour of time at the castle. Driver was friendly enough, but not at all engaging. He clearly didn't know what he was doing.
          Written September 21, 2023
        • W3145UFjohna
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Easiest Port we've encountered, but a long long long way from London.
          There was only 1 ship at the port, but it was so easy and quick to both board and deboard. The drop off and pick up areas are right outside the building entrance and exits making connection with your bus or van very easy. Not easy would be walking to the train terminal. There were several taxis but we had already arranged for a private van for 6 of us. Our drive from the port to downtown London took two hours, and the traffic was light!
          Written September 18, 2023
        • DayTrip31703842921
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Good one to choose
          On time pickup and on time drop off with nice vehicle and all the room needed for 6 passengers and luggage. What more do you need.
          Written September 14, 2023
        • SkipRope
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent Service - Easy transfer from cruise ship to central London
          Excellent service and affordable … arrived on time and were easy to find. I was anxious about the connection—but it went extremely smooth. They responded promptly when I had questions! Highly recommend EC Mini Bus shuttle. I have actually recommended them to my travel agent I was so pleased.
          Written September 9, 2023
        • Daydream25421753057
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great service
          Great service and how can you find fault with anything when you are going on holiday. Porters were excellent, now for some time away to see the sun
          Written August 9, 2023
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        3.0
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        Kim E
        Melbourne Beach, FL
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        May 2023
        We cruised into the port of Southampton and wanted to visit Windsor Castle. Our travel agent set up a private transfer and guide with pre-reserved tickets. Christian met us at the terminal as expected. He was very personable, professional and an excellent driver. Our travel time was about an hour and a half during which we enjoyed some commentary on the area as well as some great conversations with Christian. We arrived to Windsor Castle at the appropriate time for our reservation and were pleased to be able to go right in as we saw a very long queue of people waiting. Our visit was two days before the coronation of King Charles III, so the area was buzzing with visitors. Christian met us again after our tour and brought us safely back to the terminal after a wonderful time. We would highly recommend asking for him by name if you decide to choose EC Minibus for transport services.
        Written May 8, 2023
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        Gayle C
        San Antonio, TX
        1.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2020
        This is the ONLY tour company that refused a refund during this global pandemic. I will be very sure to make sure everyone I know to never, ever use this company whenever they cruise to the UK. Even if they had to hold back a booking charge or give a credit for future years - that would be acceptable.
        Written April 26, 2020
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback, as the supplier I understand your frustration that you were not offered any alternative options to resolve this matter via your travel/booking agency as this service was not booked directly through us we are bound to follow the terms and conditions as stated on our products description which appears on your travel/booking agency website, as we do not process your payment or are provided with your payment details we are on able to process any refund from our side.
        Written April 28, 2020
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
        *Likely to sell out: Based on Viator’s booking data and information from the provider from the past 30 days, it seems likely this experience will sell out through Viator, a Tripadvisor company.

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