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London in One Day with Changing of the Guard Tour Code: 233-686

From USD$141
Daily
London, United Kingdom
English
8 Hours 30 Minutes

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
Enjoy a scenic cruise on the River Thames
Journey on Europe's tallest Ferris wheel (optional)
Price In USD (per person)
Price (/person)
    Adult $141
    Child
    (3-16 yrs)
    $129
    Senior
    (Over 60 yrs)
    $133
    Student
    (with Id)
    $133
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Guests will be picked up at their hotels in the morning and transferred to the departure location. Our first stop of the day will be Parliament Square, home of Westminster Abbey and Kensington Palace. From there, we will head to Buckingham Palace to see the Changing of the Guard before we stop for lunch. In the afternoon, we will pay a visit to St. Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London, where will be able to see the Crown Jewels. At this point, guests can choose to end the tour now or take a River Thames Cruise, ending their tour at Westminster Pier. Please see "Departure and Return" for more detailed information regarding pickup and drop-off times and locations.
  • London, UNITED KINGDOM

    London, UNITED KINGDOM
    The capital city of both England and the United Kingdom has been a focal point of Western civilization for centuries. This amazing city in the British Isles is famous for places like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and Westminster Abbey.

    Parliament Square

    Parliament Square
    This large open area outside London's Palace of Westminster is one of London's main tourist spots. In addition to a grassy park with trees, it contains many monuments to famous historical figures such as Winston Churchill and Abraham Lincoln.

    Westminster Abbey

    Westminster Abbey
    This imposing Gothic church from the 10th century AD is one of the most famous buildings in the United Kingdom. It has played host to 16 royal weddings since its building, including that of Prince William and Kate Middleton.

    Kensington Palace

    Kensington Palace is one of the royal residences in London, and is today most famous as the living place of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, William and Kate, as well as their son George and brother Prince Harry.

    Buckingham Palace

    Buckingham Palace
    One of the most famous palaces of the British monarchy, Buckingham Palace dates back to 1705. In addition to serving as a museum and art gallery, it has been the main residence of the royal family since 1837.

    The changing of the guards

    This world-famous ceremony takes place either at Buckingham Palace or at Horse Guards Parade, depending on the day. These guards will wear red tunics and unmistakable bear skin hats, marching to Buckingham Palace.

    The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace currently takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday (subject to availability), Where there is no Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace we will see the Changing of the Guard at Horse Guards Parade instead

    St. Paul's Cathedral

    St. Paul's Cathedral
    Sitting atop the highest point in London, this cathedral is woven deeply into the national identity of England. Figures such as Winston Churchill and Margaret Thatcher are buried here, and Princess Diana's wedding took place here, among many other occasions.

    Tower of London

    Tower of London
    Dating back nearly a millennia, this historic castle on the shores of the Thames in London has served many important functions throughout history. Today, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a museum that is open to the public.

    Thames River Cruise

    The River Thames is iconic, a symbol of the city that it cuts through. Now you can take a cruise on the waters of the river and see some of the most iconic locations in London.
Find Closest Pickup
Location Address Departure Return
London, UNITED KINGDOM 164 Buckingham Palace Rd, London, LND SW1W 9TP (Victoria Coach Station- London ) 8:30am
London, UNITED KINGDOM Westminster Pier, Westminster, LND no stop 5:30pm

*Return time is an estimate and varies based on traffic and weather conditions.

  • Tours will start at 9:00am from Victoria Coach Station (boarding commences from 8:30am).

Price Includes

  • Panoramic tour of London
  • Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (or Horse Guards Parade)
  • Guided Tour of St Paul's Cathedral
  • Guided Tour of Tower of London
  • River Cruise Ticket (one way from Tower Pier to Westminster or vice versa)
  • Professional Blue Badge tour guide
  • VOX Personal Audio Headset - never miss a word of your live commentary
  • Superior coach with panoramic windows, USB chargers and complimentary Wi-Fi

Price Excludes

  • Pick up and drop off at your hotel
  • Meals, drinks or personal expense
  • Gratuities to guide and driver

Additional Note

  • St Paul's Cathedral is closed to visitors on Sundays and during special events. On these days, we will stop for photographs outside St Paul's Cathedral and spend longer at the Tower of London
  • The Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace currently takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays (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
  • Guests wanting to spend longer at the Tower of London may use their cruise ticket on another day (please check the validity of your boat ticket with your guide)
  • Please note that there are quite a few stairs within the White Tower at the Tower of London and there is currently no disabled access.
  • Return Tips: For full day tours we offer convenient returns. Our guides will find out where everyone is staying in London while on tour. Then they will plan a route through London that is convenient for you, or advise you how to take the Underground or Bus services back to your hotel.
  • HYGIENE & DISTANCING MEASURES
  • Physical distancing measures are in place during check-in, boarding and to disembark our vehicles
  • Vehicles are fully sanitised before the start of each tour. All surfaces are cleaned and disinfected daily
  • Hand sanitiser, antiviral sprays and wipes are available on board to use throughout the day
  • Coach seating is planned so that empty seats are left next to single travellers and odd numbered groups
  • Guests are encouraged to bring their own face coverings which are recommended when traveling on board our vehicles. Spare disposable masks are available at check-in
  • Guests are provided with personal audio headsets so distancing can be maintained when listening to commentary
  • We encourage guests with e-tickets to bring these on their smart devices, and we recommend contactless payments only
  • Guests should follow the guidelines in place at tour inclusions, including any rules on face coverings and physical distancing measures
  • Our team, including our guides and drivers have been trained in our enhanced hygiene and physical distancing procedures

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Redemption

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  • Currency Fluctuations: All tour prices are current at the time of publication and are susceptible to currency fluctuations. We reserve the right to alter the tour price in accordance with changes in foreign exchanges rates and changes in prices for services. The rate that you pay when you reserve your tour will protect you against future currency fluctuations; on the other hand, no price adjust (refund) will be made based upon change in tour prices.
  • All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within one business day.
  • Standard Cancellation and Refund policy (please read before booking)
  • Prices may vary subject to availability/season/weekend/holiday.
  • We reserve right to cancel a schedule to fully refund affected customers although we will make every effort to maintain the regular operation.

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