How Long Does Cruises & Sailing Take in London?
By Editorial Team · Last updated 16/08/2026
- Best season
- Year-round
- How to get there
- Multiple international airports and Eurostar
- Avg. visit duration
- 3-5 days
We understand you’re curious about how long cruises and sailing experiences take in London. The great news is there are 36 different tours available to choose from, offering a fantastic range of options for your time.
The duration of these cruises and sailing trips varies significantly. You can find tours lasting as little as 1 minute, and the longest we currently offer is 600 minutes. This wide variation reflects the type of experience you're seeking – some are brief harbour trips, while others involve more extensive journeys.
Generally, shorter durations (around 1-30 minutes) tend to focus on very close-up views or quick routes along the river. Longer tours, stretching up to 600 minutes, will naturally take longer due to increased distance covered and potentially more detailed commentary.
To help you plan your day, we recommend considering the typical duration range of 1 to 600 minutes. If you’re fitting a cruise into a busy schedule, opting for one around the 90-120 minute mark would provide a good balance between experiencing the river and managing your overall itinerary.