Itinerary
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Stop At: Tower of London, London EC3N 4AB England
Begin your day with exclusive access to the historic Tower of London, a former fortress, prison, and execution site.
This early morning tour guarantees a crowd-free experience and offers you the option to witness the captivating Opening Ceremony performed by the esteemed Yeoman Warders (if option is selected).
By avoiding the crowds, our tour allows you to be among the first to see the Crown Jewels.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Stop At: Thames River, London England
You’ll then step aboard a relaxing river boat up the Thames as your expert, English-speaking guide tells you all about the major landmarks along its banks
Disembark your boat ride and depending on the day, either attend the Changing of the Guards or a fully guided walking tour through the vibrant city of Westminster.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Changing of the Guard, Constitution Hill Buckingham Palace, London SW1A 1AA England
If the 'Changing of the Guards' option is chosen, you may experience either the Changing of the Foot Guards or the Changing of the Horse Guards in London, depending on the schedule of the Household Cavalry. These events are renowned for showcasing British tradition and military precision, adding to London's fame.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Westminster, Westminster, London, England
Alternatively, you can choose 'Royal Walking Tour' option and discover the Heart of London with a fully guided walking tour through the vibrant city of Westminster. Here, you'll immerse yourself in centuries of history and the very foundations of the British monarchy. Westminster City is steeped in stories, with each corner revealing tales of kings and queens, political intrigue, and cultural milestones. You'll have the opportunity to admire famous sights such as the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey. However, it's not just about the well-known attractions – our guides will lead you to lesser-known spots that hide fascinating stories and intricate details, ensuring you have a well-rounded experience.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Buckingham Palace, Spur Road, London SW1A 1AA England
Your tour ends outside Buckingham Palace. Here, you have plenty of time to capture the moment through photographs, adding the perfect finishing touch to your experience.
Duration: 30 minutes
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1 Tower Hl Ter, London EC3N 4EE, UK
4 hours(approx.)
Buckingham Palace, London SW1A 1AA, UK
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Please note that there will be no guiding inside the Jewel House and White Tower at the Tower of London as this is forbidden by the venue.
The Changing of the Guard is subject to changes in date, time and cancellation at the discretion of British authorities. Cancellation due to bad weather or other circumstances is not announced before the morning of the ceremony. When this occurs, you will be provided with a walking tour of Westminster city instead.
Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either Foot Guards or Horse Guards.
Please note that the Changing of the Guards ceremony is not included if your tour departs from 9am onwards. On these days, you will be provided with a walking tour of Westminster city instead.Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' access.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Eric_C
We really enjoyed our tour! The guide was excellent and provided a great tour of the famous London sites. The changing of the guard and opportunity to beat the rush seeing the Crown Jewels made the cost of the tour well worth it! These are must see events when in London. Highly recommend to anyone and we look forward to doing the tour again sometime in the future.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13
Posted By : Dianne_Y
A disappointing tour. Lady told lots of inaccurate information. Missed horse guards changing as they were early. Guide kept saying nothing was promised..not their fault
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Posted On : 2024-05-13
Posted By : Ashley_R
The opening ceremony at the Tower of London was well worth the early wake up. Our guide, Mary, was exceptional. Her knowledge and humor were perfect for our group.
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : Michael_K
We did not have enough time to take in the sights at London Tower. We had to rush our visit to London Tower. Would be better to end the tour at London Tower, so could take time to visit.
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Posted On : 2024-05-09
Posted By : Linda_T
Our guide was excellent and we covered a lot of ground on foot and by boat. She was fun and interesting. I would give 5 stars but there is no changing of the guard on Saturdays. Not mentioned in write up!!
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Posted On : 2024-05-09
Posted By : Irene_E
Adrian was a great guide. The Crown Jewels were amazing and Adrian gave us a lot of great information before we saw them so we knew what to look for. We would have liked to have spent more time at London Tower, there is a lot to see there. The walking Tour of Westminster was very informative.
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Posted On : 2024-05-08
Posted By : jamesbrightonb
An excellent tour with David, who combined knowledge and humour to make it a thoroughly enjoyable experience. I would highly recommend it. The number of high profile West Ham supporters with statues in Central London was very illuminating.
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Posted On : 2024-05-07
Posted By : Pam_H
First-timers to London. Mark, our Tour Guide, was absolutely top-shelf! Being able to witness the opening of the Tower makes this tour special. Recommended!
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Posted On : 2024-05-06
Posted By : Lindsay_M
This was a super interesting tour, Tim was an incredible guide! He knew so much and helped us learn a lot during our time in London.
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Posted On : 2024-05-05
Posted By : Williams_C
Being the first in to see the Crown Jewels was definitely worth it and to see the opening ceremony was amazing too
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Posted On : 2024-05-04
