Full day Magic of London Tour with Cream Tea at Harrods
Tour the Tower of London, take a Thames River Boat Trip, Westminster Abbey, Changing of the Guard, and cream tea.
Available every day April to October. From November to March available every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Enjoy this magical tour of London! See St Paul’s Cathedral, Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, and the Tower of London. Then, sit back and enjoy an exclusive cruise on the River Thames before heading to Harrods for a cream tea. Fully guided throughout, this is a great way to explore London.
- See the Crown Jewels
- See Changing of the Guard - subject to availability
- Extended exclusive river boat trip along the River Thames
- First group inside St Paul's with professional guide and fast entry ticket
- Visit the Tower of London
- Photo stop outside Westminster Abbey
- Enjoy a cream tea at the Georgian restaurant at Harrods - glass of prosecco included!
St Paul's Cathedral
The morning part of the tour begins with a visit to St Paul’s Cathedral where we enter as their doors open. We will explore the masterpiece designed by Wren in 1673 with a professional guide, taking time to listen to the 1695 organ that Mendelssohn once played and visit the tombs of Nelson and Wellington. On Sundays when there is restricted viewing at the Cathedral there will be an opportunity to enter and enjoy one of the services.
Photostop outside Westminster Abbey before we head to the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace.
Buckingham Palace is the official Royal residence of Her Majesty the Queen. Watch the world famous changing of the Guard ceremony as the Queen's soldiers, dressed in their fabulous tunics and busbies march to military music. Free time will be given for lunch and our guide will be happy to recommend places to eat.
The Tower of London
Arriving at the Tower of London built in 1066 by William the Conqueror, our guide will regale you with fascinating insights into the history of this Royal Palace and fortress. Ample time will be given to view the Crown Jewels and the White Tower and to wander around this imposing fortress.
Private and exclusive boat trip on the River Thames
Take your seat for a 40 minute River Thames cruise. Enjoy spectacular views as you glide down the Thames. The river offers the best perspective of a number of top attractions and sights; view The Houses of Parliament, The London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe, St Pauls, The Shard and The Tower of London and Tower Bridge from the comfort of your seat.
This boat is a modern catamaran offering climate-controlled indoor cabins with comfortable seating, outdoor back decks, toilets and on-board bars.
Afternoon cream tea at Harrods
The Georgian’s quintessentially English cream tea stands amongst London’s finest, and in such regal surroundings, is an experience to be savoured, remembered and repeated. This delightlful cream tea includes home-baked English scones served with clotted cream and Harrods exclusive preserves, accompanied by a glass of Prosecco and your choice of tea from Harrods own tea gardens. Relax and enjoy!
After tea the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore the store.
Meeting point
07.45am London Victoria Coach Station, Gate 19
- The tour duration is approx. 8 hours.
- If the Changing of the Guard is not taking place you will still see Buckingham Palace.
- Please note that on very rare occasions St. Paul's Cathedral may be closed. If this is the case, we will operate an extended panoramic tour of London instead.
- Dress code for Georgian Restaurant at Harrods: Smart casual.
- Dietary requirements for cream tea: The restaurant can prepare a gluten-free and/or nut-free meal but this must be requested at least 72 hours before travel. (Please note that due to the overall menu prepared in the kitchen and while every effort is made, nut traces could still be present.) The restaurant is unable to accommodate any other dietary requirements unless sufficient prior notice is given.