TRIP ITINERARY

St Paul’s Cathedral - First group to enter in the morning

Join us at St Paul’s Cathedral where we beat the queues for an in depth tour with our professional guide. Highlights of our visit to Wren’s masterpiece where Princess Diana was married include visiting the tombs of Nelson and Wellington. NB - on Sundays, due to services there will be no guiding inside the cathedral.

Please note on Sundays there will be no guiding inside the cathedral due to church services.

Buckingham Palace & Guard Change - Subject to availability

Buckingham Palace is the home of the British monarchy. The Palace was The Queen Elizabeth II’s residence in London as well as her administrative headquarters. Watch the world famous changing of the Guard ceremony as the soldiers, dressed in their fabulous tunics and busbies march to military music.

Free time will be given for lunch and our guide will be happy to recommend places to eat.

Afternoon: The Tower of London

Arriving at the Tower of London built in 1066 by William the Conqueror, our guide will regale you with fascinating insights into the history of this Royal Palace and fortress. Ample time will be given to view the Crown Jewels and the White Tower and to wander around this imposing fortress.

Private Thames River Trip on exclusive private hire to Premium Tours

Finally we will take a guided private extended boat trip on the River Thames. Enjoy excellent views of Tower Bridge, The Shard, St. Paul's Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe and of the Houses of Parliament from the river whilst being entertained by our tour guide.

Exclusive Cream Tea in The Harrods Tea Rooms

The Harrods Tea Rooms's * quintessentially English cream tea stands amongst London’s finest, and when enjoyed in such regal surroundings, is an experience to be savoured, remembered and repeated. Home-baked English scones served with clotted cream and Harrods exclusive preserves and this is accompanied by your choice of tea from Harrods own tea gardens. Relax and enjoy! *Until the 31st March 2025 the cream tea (same offering) will be served in the Harrods Café located on the lower ground floor.

After tea the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore the store.

Inclusions

• First group inside St Paul's with professional guide and fast entry ticket
• Panoramic drive seeing the icons of London; Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament, the London Eye
• Changing of the Guard - subject to availability
• Visit the Tower of London - See the Crown Jewels
• Extended Private Boat trip on exclusive hire to Premium Tours
• Exclusive Cream Tea in The Harrods Tea Rooms
• Transportation by Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach

Exclusions

• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel drop offs
• Lunch (time will be provided for a refreshment break)

Please note:

• The tour departs at Victoria Coach Station, Gate 19 - 20, at 7.45am (Boarding starts 7.30am) and finishes at Harrods at approximately 5.30pm.
• The Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace currently takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday (subject to availability).  When there is no Changing of the Guards we still stop for a photo outside/near the Palace.
• On Wednesdays when St. Paul’s opens late (10am) the tour will not include the Guard Change but instead will have a photo stop outside Buckingham Palace first thing in the morning.
• Please note on Sundays there will be no guiding inside St. Paul's Cathedral due to church services.
• Until the 31st March 2025 the cream tea (same offering) will be served in the Harrods Café located on the lower ground floor.
• Please contact us to discuss suitability for this tour for those with disability or mobility difficulties.