London Crown Jewels and River Cruise Tour

Discover the best of London on this wonderful escorted tour, taking you to the city's most iconic landmarks. Start your day at Buckingham Palace, where you’ll witness the grandeur of the British monarchy and, if timed right, the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony.
Next, head to St. Paul’s Cathedral, an iconic masterpiece with a spectacular dome and a history of more than 300 years. Your experience continues to the Tower of London, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll uncover tales of royalty, prisoners, and the legendary Crown Jewels.
End your day with a lovely Thames River cruise, offering panoramic views of the city's skyline as you glide past landmarks such as the Shard, the London Eye, and the Houses of Parliament.

Meeting Point

The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace, London SW1A 1AA, UK

Our tour guide will be waiting to greet you at the entrance to the King's Gallery (the art museum located just around the facade of Buckingham Palace).

What's included:

• Personal Audio Headset
• Entry tickets to Buckingham Palace, Tower of London & St Paul's Cathedral
• River Cruise from Tower Pier to Westminster Pier (or vice versa)
• Superior Coach with free Wi-Fi and USB charging
• Services of an Expert Guide for the afternoon part of your tour
• Services of a Guest Services Assistant for the morning part of your tour

Not included:

• Hotel pick-up and drop- off
• Lunch

What to expect:

Duration: 8 hours

Buckingham Palace

Spur Road, London, SW1A 1AA

Buckingham Palace serves as the official London residence of His Majesty The King, and is one of the few remaining working royal palaces in the world today.
Each summer when the Palace is not being used in its official capacity, visitors can enjoy the 19 magnificent State Rooms that provide the setting for ceremonial occasions and official entertaining by members of the Royal Family. The rooms are furnished with many of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection, including paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens and Van Dyck, sculpture by Canova, exquisite examples of Sèvres porcelain, and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world.

2 hours

St. Paul's Cathedral

St Paul's Churchyard, London, EC4M 8AD

The first stop on our tour is an iconic symbol of London. Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece took 35 years to build and today is one of the largest churches in the world. Incredibly, this towering domed cathedral was also the tallest building in London until the 1960s.
Its construction between 1675-1710 was part of a rebuilding programme after the original cathedral located here was swept away in the Great Fire of London in 1666: With no fewer than seven chapels, countless statues and priceless art inside, as well as Europe's largest crypt, there are historical and religious treasures around every corner at St Paul's.

2 hours

Tower of London

London, EC3N 4AB

xplore almost 1,000 years of history that began with the construction of a fortress and royal residence by William The Conqueror. The long history of 'The Tower' is one of imprisonment, murder and execution. The last person executed here was in 1941, and over the years spies, criminals and even queens have met their bloody end by the executioner's hand at the tower.
The Tower of London is also home to the priceless Crown Jewels Collection. This glittering display of gems and gold includes the Star of Africa, the world's largest cut diamond, as well as a collection of crowns, robes, and other items of ceremonial regalia. It would be improper to fail to mention the tower ravens. Legend has it that at least half a dozen must stay within the bounds of the tower or the monarchy will fall. How many can you spot on your visit?

2 hours

Thames River

, , London

After visiting the Tower of London, head down to Tower Pier and jump on the next available boat for a wonderful cruise down the River Thames. Enjoy a unique view of London's beautiful waterfront as you head to Westminster Pier next to the iconic Houses of Parliament.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included