Southampton
What could be more convenient than an MSC cruise from Southampton? MSC Cruises has lots of great deals on cruises from Southampton bound for the fjords, the Baltic and Europe. All aboard!
Cruises from Southampton in 2012Once again, MSC Cruises will be offering a huge selection of cruises from Southampton in 2012. We're already looking forward to welcoming you aboard MSC Opera as she cruises from Southampton on three distinctive itineraries that will take you to the scenic splendour of the Norwegian fjords, the enchanting Baltic capitals and a fascinating cruise that includes Amsterdam, France and Spain’s hidden treasure, Galicia.
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The city boasts a world class port that’s not only the cruise capital of Europe, with over 240 cruise ship movements a year, but also one of the country’s leading commercial dockyards. The Southampton cruise terminal is located just over an hour outside of London, travel between the two cities is an easy bus or train ride away. Cruise Terminal Address: Ocean Gate; Atlantic Way; Southampton SO14 3QN.
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SOU04 - STONEHENGE & SALISBURY - (5,5 hours) - 2012
Leave the pier and prepare to immerse yourself in a day of mystery and antiquity. We are heading to the circle of Stonehenge, one of the most intriguing and ancient sites in the U.K. Situated on a vast plain, the site is truly impressive; shrouded in magic and mystery, many believe this sacred site emanates a special atmosphere. Radiocarbon dating reveals this incredible monument was built around 5,000 years ago, during the Neolithic period. The question of who built Stonehenge remains largely unanswered although many attribute the monument to the Druids. Our guide will escort us around the circle, providing explanations and enabling us to view the impressive stones close up. You can remain steeped in the spell of ancient times as we continue our historic tour and journey to the medieval town of Salisbury whose lofty Cathedral spire can be seen from many miles around. Salisbury Cathedral is one of the finest medieval churches in Britain and dates back to the XIII century.Price per person Starting from: £57.00 Adults £40.00 Children
SOU06 - DISCOVER THE CITY OF BATH - (full day with no lunch) - 2012 
The elegant city of Bath with its stately, honey-coloured Georgian architecture and which nestles amid quintessentially English rolling countryside, features among England’s most beautiful places to visit. The Romans transformed Bath into England’s first spa resort and it was revived as a chic spa town in the XVIII century. After leaving Southampton a 2-hour scenic coach drive will take you to Bath where you will admire the charming Pulteney Bridge, built 1769-74, the only bridge in England with shops on both sides and which features three arches and a central Venetian window. Do not miss the sweeping Royal Crescent, perhaps one of the most beautiful streets in England ! Your guide will point out key sights and provide an historic overview during the sightseeing tour. Free time scheduled for individual visits or to have lunch (not included). Please note: this tour is only foreseen on calls from July 10th until September 04th 2012.
Price per person Starting from: £66.00 Adults £46.00 Children
SOU08 - BEAULIEU PALACE & MOTOR MUSEUM - (3,5 hours) - 2012 Enjoy a coach drive through the beautiful wooded New Forest which lies between the River Avon and Southampton to reach the picturesque village of Beaulieu. At the head of the Beaulieu River, the Cistercians constructed an imposing abbey, which, at the time was the largest in the country. Our guide will take us to Palace House, a stately home built on the ruins of the Abbey gateway in the XVI century; this site offers an insight into the past and is home to many fascinating treasures, portraits and photographs of Montagu family. Although much of the lovely XIII century Abbey was destroyed, its timeless beauty can still be seen in the arches of the Cloisters. One of the remaining Abbey buildings is now home to an exhibition that illustrates the daily life of the Cistercian Monks. Still in Beaulieu, our next visit will be the National Motor Museum – the collection here grew from a handful of classic cars in 1952 to more than 250 splendid vehicles and displays, which vividly illustrate the story of motoring. We can walk through a 1930’s street scene and see the shops, vehicles and tradesmen of the period or stroll at leisure through the extensive grounds of the Palace. Return to Southampton via Lyndhurst, a much admired and photographed village.Price per person Starting from: £66.00 Adults £46.00 Children
SOU10 - LONDON ON YOUR OWN - (full day with no lunch) - 2012
Independent travellers will welcome this non-guided trip to London, with time for self-sufficient sightseeing, shopping and discovering Britain’s wonderful capital city at their leisure. After leaving the port, a 2,5-hour bus transfer will take you to London; you will be dropped off in the centre, close to the major shopping areas and main attractions. Return to Southampton in the afternoon.Please note: this tour is only foreseen on calls from July 10th until September 04th 2012. Due to some events in London, this tour is not foreseen on following dates: 26 July 2012 + 03 & 11 August 2012.
Price per person Starting from: £59.00 Adults £41.00 Children
SOU11 - ENGLISH COUNTRYSIDE & CORFE CASTLE - (approximate 5 hours) - 2012 Leave the port and enjoy a scenic drive through the delightful countryside of Dorset County to the village of Corfe. Nearly all periods of history are celebrated in and around the village, which is unequalled in the UK. We will visit the ruins of Corfe Castle; the structure has been an important stronghold since before the time of William the Conqueror and was a royal castle during the medieval period. The dramatic ruins stand on a natural hill guarding the principal route through the Purbeck hills where marble was once quarried. After visiting the castle you will have time at leisure to explore the charming little village of Corfe. Return to the port.Please note: walking on cobblestone, steps and uphill paths involved; tour not recommended for guests with mobility problems.
Price per person Starting from: £59.00 Adults £41.00 Children
SOU12 - WINCHESTER - (approximate 4 hours) - 2012 If one place lies at the centre of English history and embodies the romantic vision of an English heartland, it is Winchester. Leave the port for a coach drive to this beautiful city; here, among other monuments, we will visit the Cathedral, which dates back to the VII century when a Christian church was first built on this site. Since then it has played a fundamental part in the life of this ancient city and a key role in English history. Our tour will enable you to enjoy a unique experience of sacred architecture and art as well as providing an introduction to this important symbol of England. We will admire the choir stalls with their magnificent gabled canopies, elaborately carved flowers and plants, owls and monkeys, dragons and knights. Next we will have the opportunity to explore the centre of this ancient and royal city which still resounds to the echoes of its fabled past. Enjoy an independent visit to Winchester Castle and its XIII century Great Hall. The Hall is home to one of the best-known symbols of medieval mythology, King Arthur’s Round Table, which hangs in the Great Hall of King Henry VIII. Return to the port. Price per person Starting from: £43.00 Adults £30.00 Children
SOU13D - LONDON SIGHTSEEING TOUR ENDING AT THE AIRPORT - 2012 Leave the port and enjoy a 2.5-hour coach drive to London, one of the greatest cities of the world. Enjoy a sightseeing tour that covers the main sites of London; with its iconic red buses and friendly “bobbies”, magnificent churches and down-to-earth pubs, our excursion will take in the key attractions of the capital city of the United Kingdom. Our tour will end at Heathrow Airport.
Please note: this tour is scheduled on all call but is only for disembarking passengers with flights scheduled after 17.00 pm from Heathrow Airport. This tour is not for guests whose flight is from Gatwick Airport. Due to events in London, this tour is not foreseen on following dates: 26 July 2012 + 03 & 11 August 2012.
Price per person Starting from: £61.00 Adults £43.00 Children
The excursions in the programme above are intended to provide MSC Guests with an idea of the different tours that can be arranged in each port of call; this programme is merely a guide and confirmation of each excursion and its description and prices will be made during your cruise. Full information can be found in the onboard Tour Magazine
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