London In One Day Tour with River Cruise & London Eye Option

Watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony in London during a whistlestop, one-day sightseeing tour.

While the distinctively-uniformed members of the Queen's Guard seem designed for photo opportunities, they're actually operational soldiers.

On one side of Tower Bridge sit modern offices and apartment buildings, while on the other you'll find a medieval castle.

Duration9h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 53 travelers

Overview

See London on a full-day sightseeing tour of the city, led by a guide. Hear the history of top London attractions like Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, and a guided tour of St Paul’s Cathedral. After the sightseeing tour, watch the Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace and tour the Tower of London. As a bonus, this experience also includes a one-way River Thames sightseeing cruise, which can be used on the day or another time. Upgrade to include a Standard London Eye ticket, after the tour.

- See all of London's most iconic sights in one day
- Visit two of London's most iconic landmarks
- Watch a traditional British military ceremony
- Marvel at the scale and splendour of St Paul's Cathedral
- See the priceless Crown Jewels collection at The Tower of London
- Enjoy a scenic cruise on the River Thames
- Finish with spectacular views on the world's tallest cantilevered observation wheel (if option selected)

Options

Tour with London Eye - Spanish

Tour with London Eye - Spanish: Includes entry to St Paul's Cathedral , Tower of London, a river cruise (one way) and standard London Eye ticket

Tour & River Cruise - Spanish

Spanish-speaking guide: Includes entry to St Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London and a river cruise (one way)

Tour with London Eye - English

includes The London Eye: Includes entry to St Paul's Cathedral , Tower of London, a river cruise (one way) and standard London Eye ticket

Tour & River Cruise - English

Tour & River Cruise: Includes entry to St Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London and a River Cruise (one way)

What's included

Thames River cruise
Personal Audio Headset
Expert Blue Badge Guide
Entry to Tower of London
Superior coach with free Wi-Fi and USB charging on board
Entry to St Paul's Cathedral
London Eye standard ticket at 6:30pm (if option selected)

Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What to expect

City of London
1h 30m

Panoramic Tour
Your tour of London begins with a journey through London with your expert tour guide onboard one of our luxury coaches with free Wi-Fi and USB charging. As you make your way through the city, your guide will impart exciting stories and interesting facts about London's long history. Along the way, you will see all of London's most iconic landmarks, including the Albert Memorial, Westminster Abbey, the iconic Elizabeth Tower, also known as 'Big Ben', and much, much more!
Changing of the Guard
1h

At one of our first stops, Buckingham Palace, we will watch a traditional ceremony that is the epitome of British pomp and pageantry. During the ceremony, guards from the New Guard of the Household Division arrive to assume responsibility for protecting Buckingham Palace. Accompanied by a regimental marching band, these soldiers are instantly recognizable in their bearskin caps and scarlet tunics. Don't let the bearskin hats fool you - these soldiers are elite soldiers from the British military!
St. Paul's Cathedral
1h · Admission ticket included

St Paul's Cathedral is an iconic symbol of London. One of the largest churches in the world, its dome is an incredible 366ft high and was the tallest building in London until the 1960s. Explore the history of the Cathedral on a guided walking tour, and hear how Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece took 35 years to complete.
Tower of London
1h · Admission ticket included

Almost a thousand years of history are waiting for us at our next stop, the formidable Tower of London. The long and bloody history of 'The Tower' is steeped in myth and legend. Built by William the Conqueror in 1066, this historic fortress in the middle of London is a notorious prison and execution site.
Thames River
45m · Admission ticket included

Thames River Cruise
At the end of our tour, head down to Tower Pier and hop on the next available boat for a scenic cruise down the River Thames. Enjoy a unique view of the beautiful London waterfront as you head to Westminster Pier next to the iconic Houses of Parliament. (open date ticket)
London Eye
30m · Admission ticket included

tanding 135 metres (443 ft) tall, London Eye is Europe's tallest Ferris wheel and one of the most iconic London landmarks. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of London and some of the city's other famous landmarks, including 'Big Ben' and the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace and St Paul's Cathedral.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Departs at 9 am (boarding at 8.30), Victoria Coach Station (Our team will be waiting to greet you by our Welcome Desk at Victoria Coach Station opposite gates 1 & 2

Nearest station: Victoria Station - Victoria line, Direct line, Circle line, British Rail

End point

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
You can choose to take the river cruise on another day and finish the tour at the Tower of London instead of Westminster Pier.
Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday (subject to availability).
If there is no Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace we see the Changing of the Guard at Horse Guards Parade instead.
The London Eye ticket is for standard entry around 6:30pm (subject to availability) on the same day. This ticket can only be used for this one visit. Please show the ticket on your phone as the barcode will be scanned. Visit to The London Eye is independent.
Please note: St Paul’s Cathedral is closed to the public on Sundays and for special events or services. On these days we will stop for photographs outside St Paul's Cathedral and spend longer at Tower of London instead.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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