London In One Day Tour with River Cruise & London Eye Option
Description
See London on a full-day sightseeing tour of the city, led by a guide. Hear the history of top London attractions like Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, and a guided tour of St Paul’s Cathedral. After the sightseeing tour, watch the Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace and tour the Tower of London. As a bonus, this experience also includes a one-way River Thames sightseeing cruise, which can be used on the day or another time. Upgrade to include a Standard London Eye ticket, after the tour. - 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 (if option selected)
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Itinerary
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!
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 recognizable 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 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.
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.
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. (open date ticket)
tanding 135 metres (443 ft) tall, 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.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You can choose to take the river cruise on another day and finish the tour at the Tower of London instead of Westminster Pier.
- Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday (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.
- The London Eye ticket is for standard entry around 6:30pm (subject to availability) 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.
- Please note: St Paul’s Cathedral is closed to the public on Sundays and for special events or services. On these days we will stop for photographs outside St Paul's Cathedral and spend longer at Tower of London instead.
Reviews(1,834)
Our tour guide David S. Is what made the tour even better? He was very knowledgeable and had just the right information about everything we saw. I would definitely try tobook a tour with David if possible.
Great tour, led by a fantastic guide named Norma. I would rate this higher had the ending not been a disaster.. Norma was funny, and guided us on the bus tour with funny banter about the city. Told us all about the sites. After the changing of the guard we happened to be there when the Kings motorcade passed thru! was amazing. Our guide left us before the Tower of London. She gave us directions and times for the River cruise and London Eye. We arrived at the cruise 15 min before departure, after 30 minutes the operators said that our tickets were not good for that cruise and would have to wait. We had to make a decision, stay and miss The Eye, or go. Having a 9 year old that was looking toward the Eye, we decided to leave. Subways were down, so we needed to take a $95 Uber back to the Eye attraction. It was an unacceptable unfortunate end to the trip. I've reached out to both the tour and Viator for some sort of compensation but was told by both that I'm out of luck
A great way to see and learn about London in a short period. Our Tour guide Ursula was extremely knowledgeable and our driver Paul did an incredible job navigating London.
Thank you for your great review! We're pleased Ursula and Paul helped make your experience enjoyable with their excellent knowledge and driving skills. We hope to welcome you again soon!
David was our guide and did a great job. We covered a lot of territory and he gave as much information as possible with a limited amount of time. He added humor to the tour making it that much more fun and enjoyable.
Thank you for your review! We're delighted David helped make your tour enjoyable with his knowledge and humour. We hope to welcome you again soon!
The guide was very knowledgeable and personable. It was important tho him that we had a good time and got to see the changing the guard from the best vantage point.
Thank you for your lovely review! We're thrilled your guide helped make the experience so memorable and ensured you had a great view of the Changing of the Guard. We hope to see you again soon!
It was amazing, nice explanations, good translations, the guide even made some funny jokes, great time to take photos, 10 / 10 experience, I would recommend it to anyone who visits London.
Dear Guest, Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience with us. It’s wonderful to know that the explanations, translations, humour, and opportunities to capture great photos helped make your tour so memorable. We truly appreciate your 10/10 recommendation and are thrilled that you would suggest Evan Evans Tours to fellow visitors to London. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you on another adventure soon! Kind regards, Evan Evans Tours Team
David was our guide and he was absolutely fantastic, polite and incredibly knowledgeable in all of the locations we visited. He made the tour fun and engaging while also being educational as well! Mark was our driver and he was also great! He drove safely and was also very polite. Would definitely recommend the two of them to anybody looking to book a tour!
Dear Guest, Thank you for your fantastic review. We're delighted to hear that David and Mark helped make your tour such an enjoyable experience. It's wonderful to know that David's knowledge, engaging commentary, and friendly approach brought the destinations to life, while Mark provided a safe and comfortable journey. We truly appreciate your recommendation and will be sure to share your kind words with them both. Thank you for choosing Evan Evans, and we hope to welcome you again soon. Kind Regards, Evan Evans Team
David immediately engaged us with his knowledge and quick wit. A tour experience is truly made by the quality of the guide and David is top level. Outstanding!
Dear Guest, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that David’s knowledge, quick wit, and engaging personality made such a positive impression on your tour. We couldn’t agree more that a great guide can make all the difference, and it’s fantastic to know David delivered such an outstanding experience. We truly appreciate your kind words and will be sure to share your compliments with David. We hope to welcome you on another Evan Evans Tours adventure soon! Kind regards, Evan Evans Tours Team
Wonderful tour! This was my first time in London and I didn't want to sightsee on my own. David and Mark did a great job taking us around. I had a great view of the changing of the guard! We also saw St Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben, the Tower of London, and more. David was very knowledgeable, I loved all the history he shared! And he is fluent in several languages, which was helpful for several people on the tour. I highly recommend David and Mark!
Dear Guest, Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that your first visit to London was such an enjoyable experience with us. It’s wonderful to know that David’s extensive knowledge, engaging commentary, and multilingual skills helped bring the city’s rich history to life, while Mark ensured a smooth and comfortable journey. We’re so pleased you had the opportunity to see iconic landmarks, enjoy a great view of the Changing of the Guard, and make the most of your time in London. Thank you for your kind recommendation of David and Mark—we’ll be sure to share your lovely feedback with them. Kind regards, Evan Evans Tours Team
David the guide and Mark the bus driver were awesome. David's knowledge is impeccable
Dear Guest, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that David and Mark made such a positive impression during your tour. It’s fantastic to know that David’s impeccable knowledge and Mark’s excellent driving helped make your experience so enjoyable. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to both of them—they’ll be thrilled to hear your feedback. Kind regards, Evan Evans Tours Team
