LONDON
2 DAYS
3 DAYS
Tower Bridge
Houses of Parliament
Towering Views & Afternoon Tea Cruise
The Seat of Power
This fascinating tour includes an audio tour of the Houses of Parliament, entrance to Westminster Abbey with an afternoon tea and a visit to the Tower of London.
The Thames is the life blood of London so what better way to get to know the capital than with a leisurely cruise through its heart.
PACKAGED ITINERARY
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel with time for shopping or to explore the area. Day 2 Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey & Afternoon Tea We begin our day at the Houses of Parliament with a multimedia tour taking us through the many years of Government, as well as glimpses of life into this fabled seat of power! We then take a short walk to Westminster Abbey where we enjoy a guided tour of the royal church steeped in over a thousand years of British history. From royal weddings and coronations to poets, heroes and villains, this 700-year-old building has seen it all. Recent additions to the Abbey include the commemorative tombstone for the British physicist, Stephen Hawking, and the stunning stained-glass window designed by David Hockney. After our tour we enjoy afternoon tea in the Cellarium Café. Day 3 Tower of London & Departure After breakfast we travel to the Tower of London to visit what was once one of the most feared prisons in the UK and is home to the fabulous Crown Jewels. After our visit we join our coach for the journey home. HOW ABOUT? Choose a thrilling 40-minute boat ride to include entrance to the Tower of London. First of its kind in the UK, the zero emissions tourist boat will depart from Tower Bridge pier. Ask your Account Manager for details.
Day 1 Arrival & Tower of London We arrive in London in time for a late afternoon visit to the Tower of London, home to the Crown Jewels of England and infamously known as a prison and place of torture during the reign of Henry VIII. Meet the ravens, stroll the grounds and take in its place in England’s past. Day 2 Tower Bridge, Afternoon Tea Cruise & Departure After breakfast we visit Tower Bridge, surely London’s most iconic landmark! During this must-see visit, we can learn about its importance and why it was built. We also get a look at the beautifully restored Victorian engine rooms, have a thrilling view of London through the glass floor, or for the more adventurous, see the stunning panoramic views from the high-level walkways. This afternoon we make our way to Tower Pier on the river and board our City Cruise boat where we relax, take in the river scenery and enjoy a lovely afternoon tea . After our cruise we re- join our coach for our journey home. 1 Night INCLUSIONS • Entrance to the Tower of London • Entrance to Tower Bridge • Afternoon tea cruise to include: - A selection of sandwiches, mini pastries & scones with clotted cream and jam
2 Nights INCLUSIONS • Audio tour of the Houses of Parliament • Guided tour of Westminster Abbey • Afternoon tea at the Cellariam Café, Westminster Abbey • Entrance to the Tower of London
- Unlimited tea and coffee - 1 hour 30minute cruise - Live commentary
HOW ABOUT? A range of popular Thames cruises are available and can include Jazz music, brunch, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner. Regular city sightseeing cruises can include tea & scone boxes. Ask your Account Manager for details.
Tower of London
Afternoon Tea Cruise
Tower of London
Cellarium Café
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