Portland (GB): all 10 tours and excursions for your cruise

Delight in an exclusive tour of Minterne House with Lord Digby. The estate is nestled in 1,300 acres of beautiful Dorset countryside and is described by Simon Jenkins in his book England’s 1,000 Best Houses as a "corner of paradise." Minterne House has been the home of the Churchill and Digby families for the last 350 years and is currently the seat of the 12th Lord Digby. Begin your visit with a warm welcome at Minterne House. Enjoy the serene ambiance of this historic estate...

Depart Portland through Dorset’s countryside to Cerne Abbas. Here you will have a photo stop opportunity. Continue to the award winning, historic Athelhampton House. Built in 1485, romantic Athelhampton House’s chief glory is the Great Hall, which is one of the finest examples of 5th Century domestic architecture in the country. Famous author Thomas Hardy’s father, a builder, was involved in restoration works to the Great Hall and West Wing roofs in the 19th Century and it...

A small Langham Vineyard was John Langham’s personal passion. Having acquired the magnificent Bingham’s Melcombe manor house in 1980, it became the centre point for the Langham Agricultural Enterprise. Today, together with his son Justin Langham, the estate has been built up to over 1000 hectares of land, including the Langham Vineyard, now producing some of Dorset’s best wines. With the ideal south facing microclimate, Langham offers the perfect conditions for nurturing and...

Discover the Isle of Portland on this brief scenic tour.The Isle of PortlandThe Isle of Portland sits strategically in the centre of the UNESCO Jurassic Coast.  Steeped in history and famous for its distinctive stone, Portland is connected to the mainland by a long causeway formed by the famous 18-mile-long Chesil beach.  Once a self-governing region, the ancient Royal Manor of Portland is home to one of the largest natural harbours in Europe.  Maritime heritage dating back many hundreds...

Located on Poole Harbour, RSPB Arne protects an important area of lowland heath which is home to many rare species of animal and plant. Covering more than 565 hectares, it is one of the best places to spot the Dartford warbler, the species that inspired the RSPB to look after Arne as a nature reserve. After transferring to the RSPB Arne by coach, join our Silversea Expedition Team for a guided nature walk. More specific information and logistics will be communicated by the Expedition Team on...

The Jurassic Coast has some of the most stunning scenery in the UK with natural arches, limestone stacks, and towering cliffs. After transferring to the Jurassic Coast by coach, join our Silversea Expedition Team and explore the spectacular natural beauty and timeless charm of the area on-foot. More specific information and logistics will be communicated by the Expedition Team on board.   Note Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking at times over uneven and natural...

Athelhampton is one of England’s finest Tudor Manor Houses. Step back in time and explore this award winning, historic house with its Great Hall (built in 1485), an outstanding collection of English furniture from Jacobean to Victoria and a gallery showing artwork by the Russian artist Marevna. The stunning architectural gardens were built in 1891 and are full of exquisite planting and a recurring water theme throughout and the famous yew pyramids. Note Please note: This tour involves...

Marvel at the exquisite and unique flora and fauna of the Abbotsbury Swannery and Subtropical Gardens during this half-day excursion and explore magnificent, rare and exotic plants from all over the world at the gardens, including a unique colony of swans at the Abbotsbury Swannery. Note Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, at times over uneven surfaces and slight inclines, with steps to. Walking at the Abbotsbury Swannery and Gardens is at the discretion of each...

Explore the spectacular natural beauty and timeless charm of the Jurassic Coast on-foot during this panoramic, half-day sightseeing excursion.Portland, Jurassic Coast, Durdle Door, Rock Arch, Beach, Caves, Green Fields, Limestone CliffsDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately one-hour drive to Dorset, and a visit to the Durdle Door. The Durdle Door, with its massive rock arch, is nestled on the Jurassic Coast. In addition to the Durdle Door, this picturesque locale is home to a sloping beach...

Marvel at the exquisite and unique flora and fauna of the Abbotsbury Swannery and Subtropical Gardens during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion.Portland, Portland Bill, Southernmost Point of Dorset, Abbotsbury Subtropical GardensDepart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to the Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens. En route, take in panoramic views of Portland Bill (weather-permitting), the southernmost point of Dorset, famous for its quarrying of Portland stone and rugged...