Start your day at the Tower of London. First, we will enter the Jewel House and view the spectacular crown jewels. During your visit you will also be able to see the famous white tower. Then it's time to step aboard a relaxing river shuttle as the tour heads up the Thames. Enjoy the sights as your guide points out major landmarks as you coast by. Arrive at the Embankment and follow your guide on a short stroll to see the changing of the guards. End the morning portion of your tour at Buckingham Palace.
After a break for lunch on your own, you'll re-join the group and your expert local guide for a stroll around the city's most iconic buildings and monuments. We'll begin at Trafalgar Square before proceeding down Whitehall, the center of Her Majesty's Government. You will also view the Horse Guards. We follow these experiences with a pass by Downing Street, home to the British Prime Minister, before arriving at Parliament Square, where you will be treated to spectacular views of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. After learning about the Palace of Westminster, home to the British Parliament, it's on to Westminster Abbey, site of royal coronations and weddings, including the recent wedding of Prince William to Kate Middleton in 2011.