London In One Day Tour with River Cruise & London Eye
Our most popular and comprehensive tour of London. Jump straight into the history of London on this fantastic full-day tour. Spend the day exploring London's most iconic sights and attractions with your Expert Blue Badge Guide and finish with a scenic cruise on the River Thames. To top off your day take a trip 135m above the River Thames on the London Eye to enjoy fantastic panoramic views of the city.
Highlights
- 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
What's included
- Expert Live Blue Badge Guide
- Free Wi-Fi On-board
- Personal Audio Headset
- Superior Coach
- Free USB Charging On-board
- Entrances (St Paul's Cathedral & Tower of London)
- London Eye standard entrance
- River Cruise
- An immersive, complimentary audio-guide available in Spanish, German, Chinese (Mandarin), Japanese and Korean
- Lunch
- Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
Overview
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!
The Changing of the Guard
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 recognisable 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 Guided Tour
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.
The Tower of London
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.
The last person to be executed here was in 1941, and throughout its long history, dozens have been shot, beheaded and even burned at the stake. Delve into the grisly history of this medieval castle and a former royal palace, and discover the stories behind some of its most famous former inmates.
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.
London Eye: Standard Ticket
Standing 135 metres (443 ft) tall, The lastminute.com 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.
Days of operation : Daily : April - September 2024
Additional Information
• Tour Starts: 9:00 am, Victoria Coach Station (boarding commences at 8:30 am)
• Tour Finishes: approx. 7:00 pm, at the London Eye
• Victoria Coach Station Address: 164 Buckingham Palace Road, Victoria London, SW1W 9TP
• Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace currently takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & 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 (subject to availability)
• Guests wanting to spend longer at the Tower of London may use their cruise ticket on another day. (Please check validity with guide)
• St Paul's Cathedral is closed to visitors on Sundays & during special events. On these days we will stop for photographs outside St Paul's Cathedral and spend longer at the Tower of London
• There are quite a few stairs within the White Tower at the Tower of London and there is currently no disabled access.
• We encourage guests with e-tickets to bring these on their smart devices
• Guests are provided with personal audio headsets so distancing can be maintained when listening to the commentary
• Please visit our Travel Health page (https://evanevanstours.com/travel-guide/experts-in-sightseeing/travel-health/)
• London Eye: The London Eye ticket is for standard entry 6:00pm 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
Cancellation policy
A full refund or date change will be offered up to 24 hours before travel. Cancellations inside 24 hours will be charged at 100%.
