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 with your expert Guide. It’s all here including the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the London Eye and much more. This tour is perfect for first timers or those looking to get the best out of a single day.
- Expert Evan Evans Tour Guide & separate chauffeur or Driver-Guide option
- Private Luxury Vehicle
- Pick-up & Drop-off from your chosen location (London Zones 1-3)
- Entry to St. Paul’s Cathedral & The Tower of London
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace or Horse Guards Parade
✔ Travel in a Mercedes E class or V class
✔ Expert Driver-Guide or separate Tour Guide & chauffeur (based on option selected)
✔ Panoramic tour of London, including Parliament Square, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey
✔ Entry to St. Paul’s Cathedral & The Tower of London (if selecting ‘Separate Tour Guide’ option)
✖ Lunch
✖ Driver Guide option- exclude entry to St Paul's Cathedral and The Tower of London.
✖ Pick-up & Drop-off from outside London Zone 3
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
2. The Waldorf Hilton, London
3. The Resident Soho
4. Hotel Indigo London - 1 Leicester Square, an IHG hotel
5. Sofitel London St James
6. Victory House Leicester Square
7. ME London
8. The Cavendish London Hotel
9. Dukes London
10. hub by Premier Inn London Westminster Abbey hotel
11. Montcalm Piccadilly Townhouse
12. W London
13. TOP Hotel John Howard Apartments
14. Thistle Trafalgar Square
15. Strand Palace
16. Travelodge London Covent Garden
17. Club Quarters Hotel Trafalgar Square, London
18. The Trafalgar St. James
19. Karma Sanctum Soho
20. The Z Hotel Trafalgar
Additional Info: Please contact the supplier for pick up and drop off location in London by time of booking or at least 14-10 days prior to your travel/service date of the tour, if you can.
Tour departs at approx. 9 am (meeting at 8:45am)
Please note that you must contact us in advance to arrange your hotel pick up & drop off location in order to redeem your tour.
Itinerary
1
Westminster Abbey
The Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066, and is the final resting place of 17 monarchs. The church we see today was begun by Henry III in 1245. It’s one of the most important Gothic buildings in the country, and has the medieval shrine of an Anglo-Saxon saint at its heart.
2
Big Ben
The Abbey has been the coronation church since 1066, and is the final resting place of 17 monarchs. The church we see today was begun by Henry III in 1245. It’s one of the most important Gothic buildings in the country, and has the medieval shrine of an Anglo-Saxon saint at its heart.
3
Changing of the Guard
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
At Buckingham Palace, we will stop to watch a ceremony that is the epitome of the pomp and pageantry for which Britain is famous for around the world. Elite soldiers from the British military, also known as the Household Division, have been dutifully guarding the monarch since 1660.
During the ceremony, immaculately turned out guards from the New Guard arrive to assume responsibility for protecting Buckingham Palace. Accompanied by a regimental marching band, the soldiers of the Household Division are instantly recognisable in their bearskin caps and scarlet tunics.
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of the UK's sovereigns since 1837 and today is the administrative headquarters of the Monarch.
Duration: 15 minutes
5
Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square is a public square in the City of Westminster, Central London, built around the area formerly known as Charing Cross. Its name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar, a British naval victory in the Napoleonic Wars with France and Spain that took place on 21 October 1805 off the coast of Cape Trafalgar.
6
St. Paul's Cathedral
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, as well as Europe's largest crypt, there are historical and religious treasures around every corner at St Paul's.
Explore the history of the cathedral with your expert Guide who will bring its fascinating events to life.
*Please note that St Paul’s Cathedral is closed to the public on Sunday. You will have a photo stop at St. Paul’s Cathedral and you will be spend longer in the Tower of London.
*Please note: Entry includes for tour with separate guide option only
Duration: 60 minutes
7
Tower of London
Explore 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.
Please note: Entry includes for tour with separate guide option only
Duration: 60 minutes
8
Tower Bridge
Tower Bridge is a combined bascule and suspension bridge in London, built between 1886 and 1894. The bridge crosses the River Thames close to the Tower of London and has become an iconic symbol of London. As a result, it is sometimes confused with London Bridge, about half a mile upstream.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• On certain days where there is no changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, we will instead see the ceremony at Horse Guards Parade or if no Guard Change at either location, we will spend extra time on another part of the itinerary in the same area (flexible on the day).
• St Paul's Cathedral is closed on Sundays and during special events (Mon 14th October Cathedral closed. No sightseeing). On these days, we will stop for photos of the exterior and have extended tie at the Tower of London (if selected this option)
• Prices quoted are based on E-Class Mercedes-Benz or V-Class Mercedes-Benz based on the number of people travelling.
• Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace is currently taking place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
• Prices are based on departing and returning to a London location within Zones 1-3. Departures and drop offs in Zones 4-6 or in any of the following postcodes can also be arranged at an additional charge of £60 approx.: UB, HA, WD, EN, IG, RM, DA, BR, CR, SM, KT and TW.
