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Cunard offers a unique cruise experience where you can have a ship tour and lunch in port. Although you can’t compare the feeling of stepping on board for a holiday with visiting a ship for a day but it certainly gives you a good idea of what to expect from the ship, atmosphere, style and

Highclere Castle is a beautiful example of Victorian Gothic architecture, set in 1,000 acres of sweeping parkland. Apart from exploring the Castle, the Egyptian Exhibition is fascinating and the surrounding grounds and gardens provide peace and tranquility.   Highclere Castle is the home of

    Recently we have had a lot of enquiries interested in seeing the cost of a private car versus a large group tour.  People have been surprised that in the majority of circumstances, it was actually more economical to hire a

SeaCity Museum tells the story of the people of Southampton, their fascinating lives and the city’s historic connection with the sea.  Visit us to discover how we bring maritime history to life through an interactive experience designed of all ages.   Southampton’s Titanic

The Winter Solstice which takes place on the 22nd December this year is a magical event, yet sadly, it is  a forgotten celebration. At this time, Christmas preparations are taking place and the solstice is often forgotten. However if like us here you are interested and want more information

No sharing, no buses or coaches we provide a driver and vehicle exclusively to you, offering privacy, comfort and the chance to customise the tour experience according to your own tastes and interests… Also these tours can take you to more in-depth places, hidden spots or behind-the-scenes

On the morning of 22nd October 12  members of our staff team arrived for 2 days training in Salisbury with some blue badge guides, the highlight (apart from the wine and the lovely dinner served by the friendly owner Dale at the lovely

Oh my gosh Emma.....thank you, thank you!!!!  Our day with Chris was amazing!!!  What a great tour guide he was!!   I hope he had as great a time with us as we did with him.   You did a fantastic job putting our day together.  It was absolutely

"Good Morning Emma,   What a great day we had yesterday returning to London from Southampton.  Our driver Geoff was wonderful, informative and a pleasure to be with.  Our trip to Stonehenge and Salisbury was great - leisurely and no rush.  Geoff even managed to locate a

The event generally known as "The Boat Race" is a rowing race in England between the Oxford University Boat Club and the Cambridge University Boat Club each spring on the Thames in London.   An estimated quarter of a million people watch the race live from the banks of the river, around

With 4 ships in Southampton on April 29th the day of the royal wedding and lots of those passengers trying to get to London our drivers and passengers face lots of heavy delays. Central London faces a three-day traffic shutdown for the royal wedding as key roads are closed

SNOW and ice failed to keep people away from Stonehenge today as they gathered to see the sun rise on the winter solstice. More than 2,000 people came together at the stones, which were surrounded by a thick blanket of snow.   Despite the actual sunrise, - which took place at 08.09am -

£10m boost for Stonehenge from the Heritage Lottery Fund   STONEHENGE has been given a £10m boost, thanks to the Heritage Lottery Fund, it has been revealed. The grant will support work to remove the existing visitor facilities allowing the experience of the stones to be

A blanket of fog engulfed Southampton this morning, one of our tour drivers Roger stopped to take a picture whilst driving out towards the New Forest on a orientation tour for the Elder family who will be shortly relocating  to Southampton.

We cannot avoid the dreaded 'C' word for much longer so probably best we start getting in the Christmas spirit starting with Southampton's Festival of Christmas........   Southampton’s Festival of Christmas will be launched officially by The Right Worshipful the Mayor of Southampton,

"Remember, remember,the fifth of November,Gunpowder, treason and plot.We see no reason whyGunpowder treasonShould ever be forgot!"   We are looking forward to enjoying the fireworks at Mayflower Park on Saturday, come along and watch!!!

What a busy few days - the official naming of Cunard's new Queen Elizabeth cruise ship in the port of Southampton. The ship will leave on her maiden voyage to the Canary Islands today - a trip that was fully booked less than 30 minutes after going on sale.   The

Private guided driver. Tours individually arranged to suit your needs, interest and requirements. We can arrange any kind of tour, from 1 person to a small group of 8. Your experienced personal chauffeur is also your friendly local knowledgeable guide. Flexibility - see what YOU want, when

During normal opening hours you cannot walk up to the stones themselves. The nearest you will get to the stones is about 10 yards, the monument being roped off by a low barrier. However it is possible to walk up to and among the stones at Stonehenge outside public opening hours. These are called

  In March Chris met Sally and Robert off the Ventura and took them on a tour of Salisbury and Stonehenge before taking them to their London Hotel. He managed to get a few shots of inside Salisbury Cathedral while they were in the gift shop!!

One of our guides took these pictures whilst waiting for his passengers, the terminal is spookily quiet before the madness descends with people embarking and disembarking from the ship. Luckily it was a sunny day as Roger was taking Billie and Ann on a tour of Bath before transferring

Southampton and Hampshire are a fantastic place to live and a great destination for anyone wishing to see and visit the south of England’s rich heritage. I was born and raised in The New Forest, and the way this new national park is still governed by medieval laws and customs, even fascinates

During a recent tour of Stonehenge, Salisbury & the New Forest I stopped with my passengers for lunch at a pub in the New Forest. The pub was a typical example of how visitors to England imagine one to be, set in a village with the cricket pitch opposite, lovely quaint setting. Being the New