This tour has a busy but entertaining and interesting schedule, showcasing many of London's royal attractions, including Kensington Palace, the Tower of London, the Royal Mews and the Queens Gallery, and if the tour is taken in the summer, why not add a visit to the State rooms of Buckingham Palace as well!
Suggested itinerary by coach
Arrive and visit Kensington Palace.
A royal residence since 1689, today's visitors can explore the magnificent State Apartments and the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection, which includes dresses worn by her majesty the Queen Elizabeth II and Diana Princess of Wales. Check into your hotel.
Cruise.
Cruise from Westminster along the Thames towards Tower Bridge and here you will visit the Tower of London. The Tower has been a setting for many great events during its 900 year history - a royal palace and fortress, prison and place of execution, arsenal, mint, menagerie and jewel house. Afternoon free to relax.
Royal Mews.
Today visit the Royal Mews where there is a permanent display of State vehicles. These include the magnificent Gold State Coach used for Coronations and those carriages used for Royal and State occasions, State Visits, weddings and the State Opening of Parliament. Afternoon visit to the Queen's Gallery at Buckingham Palace. A permanent space dedicated to changing exhibitions of items from the Royal Collection, the wide-ranging collection of art and treasures held in trust by The Queen for the Nation.
Return home.
Perhaps stopping at Windsor Castle to look round this famous Castle and Chapel.
Please note that if this tour is taken between the end of July and end September, you may also have chance to book a timed entrance to the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace. (Supplement applies for Buckingham Palace State rooms. Open in August and September only).
A wide selection of hotels both central and on the outskirts of London are available for this tour, ranging from 3 star upwards, they all allow easy access to the centre.
Guideline prices (per person)
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4 days |
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£145.00 |
All prices are per person and typically based on a minimum 25 full fare paying passengers sharing a double or twin room. Prices do not include coach travel or travel insurance. Dates are subject to availability. Smaller groups can be quoted for on request. Pictures are for illustrative purposes only.