Royal London Tour with Optional River Cruise
This fantastic half-day tour provides the perfect introduction to London's major landmarks.
See the best bits of London in only half a day and learn all about London's history with your Expert Blue Badge Guide. Plus, watch the Changing of the Guard* at Buckingham Palace, an event steeped in tradition and ceremony.
Add more to your day by including a river cruise after your guided tour and see the sights of London from a different perspective.
Additional Information
• Royal London Tour Starts: 9:00 am, Victoria Coach Station (boarding commences at 8:30 am)
• Royal London Tour Finishes: 12:00 pm approx. at Victoria Station
• *The Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday (subject to availability)
• When there is no Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace we see the Changing of the Guard at Horse Guards Parade
• The morning Royal London Tour is fully guided
• The optional River Cruise is independent and is a one-way trip from Westminster Pier to Tower Pier (or vice versa)
• We encourage guests with e-tickets to bring these on their smart devices
What's included
- Services of an expert Expert Live Blue Badge Guide
- Superior coach - travel in comfort
- FREE Wi-Fi on-board the coach
- FREE USB charging on board the coach
- Personal Audio Headset - never miss a word of your guide's live commentary
- River Cruise (if option selected)
- An immersive, complimentary audio-guide available in Spanish, German, Chinese (Mandarin), Japanese and Korean
- Lunch
- Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
- River Cruise (unless option selected)
Overview
Morning London Tour
The tour begins with a panoramic drive around Parliament Square to see the magnificent Westminster Abbey, where Prince William and Kate Middleton were married.
We head to St James' Park and Buckingham Palace to see the colourful ceremony of the Changing of the Guard*. Accompanied by a military band, a detachment of the Queen's Foot Guard march to Buckingham Palace to change with the old guard.
The tour finishes at Victoria at around 12.00 noon.
Thames River Cruise (optional extra)
At the end of our tour, make your way down to Westminster Pier and hop on the next available boat for a scenic cruise down the River Thames. Enjoy a unique view of London and its beautiful waterfront as you head from Westminster Pier to Tower Pier next to the formidable Tower of London
Days of operation: Daily: April - March (expect 25th December)
Know before you go
Mobile vouchers are accepted for this tour.
Victoria Coach Station: Is a 10-15 minute walk from Victoria Train Station. Boarding: Commences 30 minutes prior to departure. On Board Our Coaches: While there are no toilets on board the coaches stops are planned to ensure a comfortable journey. Only cold drinks & odourless food can be consumed on board the coach. Privacy Policy: Please visit www.evanevanstours.com/privacy-policy/
