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  • London: Tower of London, Thames Boat & Changing of the Guard
  • Best of Royal London
Short Description
  • Start your early morning walking tour at the Tower of London. Formerly a fortress, a prison, and the execution site of three Queens of England, get early access to the Tower before it opens to the public. Witness the Opening Ceremony (if selected) performed by the Yeoman Warders or Beefeaters.
  • Avoid the crowds that form later in the day and be among the first to see the Crown Jewels. These official regalia and vestments used by the Sovereign of the United Kingdom have been held in this Jewel House for the last 600 years and include swords, crowns, scepters, orbs, rings, and more.
  • From there, be escorted on board a riverboat ride up the Thames to enjoy the beautiful sites as your local guide points out notable landmarks. Upon arrival at the Embankment, you will have the option to witness the Changing of the Guards, a display of British tradition and military precision.
  • The ceremony may feature the Changing of the Foot Guards or Horse Guards, depending on the schedule. Alternatively, go on a guided walking tour of the City of Westminster. Explore the foundations of the British monarchy as each corner unveils tales of kings, queens, and political intrigue.
  • End your morning at Buckingham Palace, the home sweet home of the Royals. Get plenty of time to take photographs, particularly of the iconic balcony where the royal family performs their well-practiced slow hand wave during major events.
  • Discover the iconic landmarks of London on our unforgettable morning tour. Begin at the Tower of London, witness the Crown Jewels, and enjoy exclusive access. Ride along the Thames, admire notable sites, and witness the Changing of the Guard. End at Buckingham Palace, where you can capture the famous balcony wave. Upgrade for a rare visit to the private residence and explore the lavish apartments and Royal Collection. Experience the grandeur and magic of Royal London firsthand with our expert guide.
Highlights
  • be among the first to see the crown jewels at jewel house with early access, delve into centuries of history with a walking tour of the city of westminster, see the tower of london's ceremonial opening performed by the beefeaters, shuttle down the river thames on a panoramic river boat with a local guide, witness the changing of the guards ceremony, a display of british tradition
  • enjoy a scenic river shuttle up the thames river, fully-guided walking tour through the horse guards to st. james and buckingham palace., visit to the tower of london and experience the tower's opening ceremony. (if option selected) , watch the changing of the guard
Included
  • • boat ride on the river thames, • changing of the guards (if option selected, depending on the day), • guided walking tour of westminster city (if option selected), • headsets, when needed, to hear the guide clearly, • opening ceremony of the tower of london by the beefeaters (if option selected), • tour guide, • vip early access to the tower of london
  • boat ride on the river thames, changing of the guard (weather permitting), expert, english-speaking guide, headsets, when needed, vip early-access tickets to tower of london
Excluded
  • • hotel pickup and drop-off, • tips
  • gratuities, hotel pickup and drop-off
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  • GBP
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  • London
  • Edinburgh
Summary
  • Explore London's history and landmarks with early access to the Tower of London, a Thames River boat ride, and choose between the Changing of the Guards or a royal tour of the City of Westminster.
  • Visit the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, The River Thames and enjoy the Royal magnificence of London
Know Before You Go
  • • gratuities for your guide/driver that provided excellent service are appreciated!, • the changing of the guards ceremony is not included if your tour departs after 9 am. on these days, you will be provided with a walking tour of westminster instead, • the changing of the guards is subject to changes in date, time, and cancellation at the discretion of british authorities. cancellation due to bad weather or other circumstances is not announced before the morning of the ceremony. when this occurs, you will be offered a walking tour of westminster instead, • the changing of the guards schedule may change and on different dates, you will see either foot guards or horse guards, • the tour coordinators will be wearing blue attire for easy recognition at the meeting point, • to avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, please avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks
  • guides will have a city wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition, it is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. , only very small bags are allowed., we may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue
Know Before You Book
  • changing of the foot guard at buckingham palace involves foot soldiers from the household division and occurs monday, wednesday, friday and sunday, changing of the guards may be cancelled or rescheduled by british authorities. if so, a westminster walking tour will be offered, changing of the horse guards at horse guards parade features mounted cavalry from the household cavalry, this is what you will see if you book a tour on tuesday and thursday. on saturday, the show is known as the "guard mounting" or "inspection of the new guard" at house guards parade. the inspection involves the captain of the new guard inspecting the soldiers to ensure they are in proper order with their uniforms and equipment in pristine condition, before they take over their duties from the old guard, depending on the schedule you may experience either the changing of the foot guards or the horse guards:, no guiding inside the jewel house and white tower at the tower of london as this is forbidden by the venue
  • opening ceremony (if option selected) , changing of the guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., please note that if you book your tour on tuesday, thursday and saturday, you’ll experience the change of the household cavalry., please note that if your tour starts later than 9am, we regret that due to time constraints, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
Version 45 – June 13, 2023 08:56
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Know Before You Book
  • opening ceremony (if option selected) , changing of the guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., please note that if you book your tour on tuesday, thursday and saturday, you’ll experience the change of the household cavalry., please note that if your tour starts later than 9am, we regret that due to time constraints, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
  • changing of the guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., please note that if you book your tour on tuesday, thursday and saturday, you’ll experience the change of the household cavalry., please note that if your tour starts later than 9am, we regret that due to time constraints, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
Version 44 – June 13, 2023 08:54
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  • Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (e.g. booster shot, negative COVID test, vaccine certificate with a QR code) may change with little notice. It is the responsibility of all visitors to ensure they check the official travel advice on the government websites.
Version 43 – June 13, 2023 08:52
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Included
  • boat ride on the river thames, changing of the guard (weather permitting), expert, english-speaking guide, headsets, when needed, vip early-access tickets to tower of london
  • boat ride on the river thames, changing of the guard ceremony (if option selected), expert, english-speaking guide, headsets, when needed, vip early-access tickets to tower of london
Version 42 – June 13, 2023 08:49
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Short Description
  • Discover the iconic landmarks of London on our unforgettable morning tour. Begin at the Tower of London, witness the Crown Jewels, and enjoy exclusive access. Ride along the Thames, admire notable sites, and witness the Changing of the Guard. End at Buckingham Palace, where you can capture the famous balcony wave. Upgrade for a rare visit to the private residence and explore the lavish apartments and Royal Collection. Experience the grandeur and magic of Royal London firsthand with our expert guide.
  • Capital of the United Kingdom, home to the royal family, a cosmopolitan city at the crossroads of history, London has much to offer to both seasoned travelers and first-time visitors. But seeing the best of what this bustling 13-million person metropolis has to offer doesn’t have to usurp your entire vacation. That’s why City Wonders has crafted a quick-yet-comprehensive strolling tour of the township’s top sites
Version 41 – June 13, 2023 08:47
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  • Best of Royal London
  • Tower of London with Changing of the Guards, Thames River boat ride
Summary
  • Visit the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, The River Thames and enjoy the Royal magnificence of London
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Version 40 – June 13, 2023 08:46
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Short Description
  • Capital of the United Kingdom, home to the royal family, a cosmopolitan city at the crossroads of history, London has much to offer to both seasoned travelers and first-time visitors. But seeing the best of what this bustling 13-million person metropolis has to offer doesn’t have to usurp your entire vacation. That’s why City Wonders has crafted a quick-yet-comprehensive strolling tour of the township’s top sites
  • See the best of London’s royal highlights on a 4-hour walking tour. Begin with an early access visit to the infamous Tower of London, where you’ll see the opening ceremony and be dazzled by the Crown Jewels. Then, soak up the sights during a 30-minute Thames River cruise before taking in the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace or Horse Guards Parade. Finish your tour outside the palace, where you’ll learn about the quintessential life of the late Queen Elizabeth II and the history of the British Royal Family.
Highlights
  • enjoy a scenic river shuttle up the thames river, fully-guided walking tour through the horse guards to st. james and buckingham palace., visit to the tower of london and experience the tower's opening ceremony. (if option selected) , watch the changing of the guard
  • early-morning visit to the tower of london, skips long lines and avoids large crowds and experience the tower's opening ceremony. (if option selected) , enjoy a scenic river shuttle up the thames river as you take in london's iconic scenery along the famed banks., experience a fully-guided walking tour from our expert guide through the horse guards to st. james and buckingham palace., watch the changing of the guard as your guide makes sure you are in the right spot
Summary
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  • Leave no stone left unturned as you experience the finest highlights royal London has to offer. A one-of-a-kind Thames River boat ride shoehorned by exclusive trips to the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. 
Version 39 – June 13, 2023 08:44
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Highlights
  • early-morning visit to the tower of london, skips long lines and avoids large crowds and experience the tower's opening ceremony. (if option selected) , enjoy a scenic river shuttle up the thames river as you take in london's iconic scenery along the famed banks., experience a fully-guided walking tour from our expert guide through the horse guards to st. james and buckingham palace., watch the changing of the guard as your guide makes sure you are in the right spot
  • be among the first to see the crown jewels with early access and skip-the-line , see the famous beefeaters of the tower of london, shuttle down the river thames on a panoramic river boat , watch the changing of the guards ceremony from a prime position
Included
  • boat ride on the river thames, changing of the guard ceremony (if option selected), expert, english-speaking guide, headsets, when needed, vip early-access tickets to tower of london
  • changing of the guard ceremony, expert, english-speaking guide, headsets, when needed, thames river sightseeing cruise, vip early-access tickets to tower of london
Version 38 – June 13, 2023 08:43
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  • Tower of London with Changing of the Guards, Thames River boat ride
  • Royal London Tour with Tower of London Opening Ceremony
Version 36 – January 04, 2023 12:56
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Voucher info
  • • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
  • • We may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
  • • Only very small bags are allowed.
  • • Guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
  • • Changing of the Guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
  • • We recommend comfortable shoes for all guests. 
  • • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions. 
  • • Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
  • • Please note that if your tour starts later than 9am, we regret that due to time constraints, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
  • • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
  • • We may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
  • • Only very small bags are allowed.
  • • Guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
  • • Changing of the Guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
  • • We recommend comfortable shoes for all guests. 
  • • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions. 
  • • Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
  • • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • • Please note that if you book a 9:15am or 9:30am departure, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary due to time constraints and will be replaced with a Royal walking tour. This is due to the Tower of London opening later”
Version 35 – January 04, 2023 12:56
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Know Before You Book
  • changing of the guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., please note that if you book your tour on tuesday, thursday and saturday, you’ll experience the change of the household cavalry., please note that if your tour starts later than 9am, we regret that due to time constraints, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
  • changing of the guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., please note that if you book your tour on tuesday and thursday, you’ll experience the change of the household cavalry., please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards., we recommend comfortable shoes for all guests. 
Version 34 – January 04, 2023 12:50
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Additional Info
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please note that if your tour starts later than 9am, we regret that due to time constraints, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
  • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please note: Seeing the Changing of the Guard is weather dependent and on occasional Sundays may be rescheduled to early morning, this will then be replaced with an extended walking tour
  • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
Version 33 – November 18, 2022 08:22
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Summary
  • Leave no stone left unturned as you experience the finest highlights royal London has to offer. A one-of-a-kind Thames River boat ride shoehorned by exclusive trips to the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. 
  • Leave no stone left unturned as you experience the finest highlights royal London has to offer. A one-of-a-kind Thames River boat ride shoehorned by exclusive trips to the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. 
Version 32 – November 03, 2022 15:33
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Summary
  • Leave no stone left unturned as you experience the finest highlights royal London has to offer. A one-of-a-kind Thames River boat ride shoehorned by exclusive trips to the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. 
  • Leave no stone left unturned as you experience the finest highlights royal London has to offer. A one-of-a-kind Thames River cruise shoehorned by exclusive trips to the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. 
Version 31 – November 02, 2022 16:38
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Voucher info
  • • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
  • • We may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
  • • Only very small bags are allowed.
  • • Guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
  • • Changing of the Guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
  • • We recommend comfortable shoes for all guests. 
  • • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions. 
  • • Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
  • • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • • Please note that if you book a 9:15am or 9:30am departure, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary due to time constraints and will be replaced with a Royal walking tour. This is due to the Tower of London opening later”
  • • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
  • • We may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
  • • Only very small bags are allowed.
  • • Guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
  • • Changing of the Guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
  • • We recommend comfortable shoes for all guests. 
  • • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions. 
  • • Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
  • • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • Disclaimer:
  • Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (e.g. booster shot, negative COVID test, vaccine certificate with a QR code…) may change with little notice. It is the responsibility of all visitors to ensure they check the official travel advice on the government websites and comply with each country’s requirements. City Wonders will not be held responsible for refused access to museums and tourist attractions and no refund will be due.
Version 30 – November 02, 2022 16:38
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Voucher info
  • • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
  • • We may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
  • • Only very small bags are allowed.
  • • Guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
  • • Changing of the Guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
  • • We recommend comfortable shoes for all guests. 
  • • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions. 
  • • Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
  • • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • • Please note that if you book a 9:15am or 9:30am departure, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary due to time constraints and will be replaced with a Royal walking tour. This is due to the Tower of London opening later”
  • • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
  • • We may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
  • • Only very small bags are allowed.
  • • Guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
  • • Changing of the Guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
  • • We recommend comfortable shoes for all guests. 
  • • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions. 
  • • Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
  • • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • Disclaimer:
  • Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (e.g. booster shot, negative COVID test, vaccine certificate with a QR code…) may change with little notice. It is the responsibility of all visitors to ensure they check the official travel advice on the government websites and comply with each country’s requirements. City Wonders will not be held responsible for refused access to museums and tourist attractions and no refund will be due.
Version 29 – November 02, 2022 16:32
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  • Royal London Tour with Tower of London Opening Ceremony
  • Best of Royal London with Tower of London Opening
Version 28 – October 25, 2022 09:22
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Additional Info
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please note: Seeing the Changing of the Guard is weather dependent and on occasional Sundays may be rescheduled to early morning, this will then be replaced with an extended walking tour
  • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • Not wheelchair accessible, Please note: Seeing the Changing of the Guard is weather dependent and on occasional Sundays may be rescheduled to early morning, this will then be replaced with an extended walking tour, Please note that due to the pandemic, the Tower of London opens 1 hour later until 22/10/2021 and from 02/11/2021 to 23/12/2021. For this reason, we've had to postpone our departure time by 1hour during these periods and we regret that due to time constraints, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
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Version 21 – October 14, 2022 12:14
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Know Before You Go
  • guides will have a city wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition, it is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. , only very small bags are allowed., we may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue
  • guides will have a city wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition, it is the responsibility of all guests to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. , only very small bags are allowed, we may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue
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Know Before You Go
  • guides will have a city wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition, it is the responsibility of all guests to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. , only very small bags are allowed, we may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue
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Know Before You Book
  • changing of the guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., please note that if you book your tour on tuesday and thursday, you’ll experience the change of the household cavalry., please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards., we recommend comfortable shoes for all guests. 
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Voucher info
  • • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
  • • We may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
  • • Only very small bags are allowed.
  • • Guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
  • • Changing of the Guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
  • • We recommend comfortable shoes for all guests. 
  • • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions. 
  • • Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
  • • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • Disclaimer:
  • Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (e.g. booster shot, negative COVID test, vaccine certificate with a QR code…) may change with little notice. It is the responsibility of all visitors to ensure they check the official travel advice on the government websites and comply with each country’s requirements. City Wonders will not be held responsible for refused access to museums and tourist attractions and no refund will be due.
  • • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
  • • We may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
  • • Only very small bags are allowed.
  • • Guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
  • • Changing of the Guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
  • • We recommend comfortable shoes for all guests. 
  • • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions. 
  • • Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
  • • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • • Please note that due to the pandemic, the Tower of London sometimes opens 1hour later. For this reason, we've had to postpone our departure time by 1hour during these periods. If your tour starts later than 9am, we regret that due to time constraints, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary and will be replaced with an extended walking tour
  • Disclaimer:
  • Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (e.g. booster shot, negative COVID test, vaccine certificate with a QR code…) may change with little notice. It is the responsibility of all visitors to ensure they check the official travel advice on the government websites and comply with each country’s requirements. City Wonders will not be held responsible for refused access to museums and tourist attractions and no refund will be due.
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Included
  • changing of the guard ceremony, expert, english-speaking guide, headsets, when needed, thames river sightseeing cruise, vip early-access tickets to tower of london
  • expert, english-speaking guide, guided walking tour of london’s royal sights, headsets, when needed, thames river sightseeing cruise, vip early-access tickets to tower of london
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Highlights
  • be among the first to see the crown jewels with early access and skip-the-line , see the famous beefeaters of the tower of london, shuttle down the river thames on a panoramic river boat , watch the changing of the guards ceremony from a prime position
  • see the famous beefeaters of the tower of london
Version 13 – October 14, 2022 11:44
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  • see the famous beefeaters of the tower of london
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Version 12 – October 14, 2022 11:43
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  • Best of Royal London with Tower of London Opening
  • Best of Royal London: Tower of London, Changing of the Guard and Cruise
Version 11 – October 14, 2022 11:40
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  • Best of Royal London: Tower of London, Changing of the Guard and Cruise
  • Best of Royal London including Tower of London, Changing of the Guard and Cruise
Included
  • expert, english-speaking guide, guided walking tour of london’s royal sights, headsets, when needed, thames river sightseeing cruise, vip early-access tickets to tower of london
  • changing of the guard ceremony (if option selected), expert, english-speaking guide, guided walking tour of london’s royal sights, headsets, when needed, small groups of 25 people or fewer, thames river sightseeing cruise, vip early-access tickets to tower of london
Excluded
  • gratuities, hotel pickup and drop-off
  • food and drinks, gratuities, hotel pickup and drop-off
Version 10 – October 14, 2022 11:39
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  • Leave no stone left unturned as you experience the finest highlights royal London has to offer. A one-of-a-kind Thames River cruise shoehorned by exclusive trips to the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. 
  • Leave no stone left unturned as you experience the finest highlights royal London has to offer. A one-of-a-kind Thames River cruise sandwiched by 
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  • Leave no stone left unturned as you experience the finest highlights royal London has to offer. A one-of-a-kind Thames River cruise sandwiched by 
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  • See the best of London’s royal highlights on a 4-hour walking tour. Begin with an early access visit to the infamous Tower of London, where you’ll see the opening ceremony and be dazzled by the Crown Jewels. Then, soak up the sights during a 30-minute Thames River cruise before taking in the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace or Horse Guards Parade. Finish your tour outside the palace, where you’ll learn about the quintessential life of the late Queen Elizabeth II and the history of the British Royal Family.
  • See the best of London’s royal highlights on a 4-hour walking tour. Begin with an early access visit to the infamous Tower of London, where you’ll see the opening ceremony and be dazzled by the Crown Jewels. Then, soak up the sights during a 30-minute Thames River cruise before taking in the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace or Horse Guards Parade. Finish your tour outside the palace, where you’ll learn about Queen Elizabeth II and the history of the British Royal Family.
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  • See the best of London’s royal highlights on a 4-hour walking tour. Begin with an early access visit to the infamous Tower of London, where you’ll see the opening ceremony and be dazzled by the Crown Jewels. Then, soak up the sights during a 30-minute Thames River cruise before taking in the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace or Horse Guards Parade. Finish your tour outside the palace, where you’ll learn about Queen Elizabeth II and the history of the British Royal Family.
  • See the best of London’s royal highlights on a 4-hour walking tour. Begin with an early access visit to the infamous Tower of London, where you’ll see the opening ceremony and be dazzled by the Crown Jewels. Then, soak up the sights during a 30-minute Thames River cruise before taking in the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace or Horse Guards Parade. End your tour outside the palace, where you’ll learn about Queen Elizabeth II and the history of the British Royal Family.
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  • See the best of London’s royal highlights on a 4-hour walking tour. Begin with an early access visit to the infamous Tower of London, where you’ll see the opening ceremony and be dazzled by the Crown Jewels. Then, soak up the sights during a 30-minute Thames River cruise before taking in the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace or Horse Guards Parade. End your tour outside the palace, where you’ll learn about Queen Elizabeth II and the history of the British Royal Family.
  • See the best of London’s royal highlights on a 4-hour walking tour. Begin with an early access visit to the infamous Tower of London, where you’ll see the opening ceremony and be dazzled by the Crown Jewels. Then, soak up the sights during a 30-minute Thames River cruise before taking in the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace or Horse Guards Parade. End your tour outside the palace, where you’ll learn about Queen Elizabeth II and the history of the British Royal Family.
Additional Info
  • Not wheelchair accessible, Please note: Seeing the Changing of the Guard is weather dependent and on occasional Sundays may be rescheduled to early morning, this will then be replaced with an extended walking tour, Please note that due to the pandemic, the Tower of London opens 1 hour later until 22/10/2021 and from 02/11/2021 to 23/12/2021. For this reason, we've had to postpone our departure time by 1hour during these periods and we regret that due to time constraints, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • Not wheelchair accessible, Please note: Seeing the Changing of the Guard is weather dependent and on occasional Sundays may be rescheduled to early morning, this will then be replaced with an extended walking tour, Please note that due to the pandemic, the Tower of London opens 1 hour later until 22/10/2021 and from 02/11/2021 to 23/12/2021. For this reason, we've had to postpone our departure time by 1hour during these periods and we regret that due to time constraints, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary and will be replaced with an extended walking tour., Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
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  • Name: London
  • Search name: London, United Kingdom
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Cancellation notes
  • Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
  • Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
  • Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
  • Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
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Health
  • Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (e.g. booster shot, negative COVID test, vaccine certificate with a QR code) may change with little notice. It is the responsibility of all visitors to ensure they check the official travel advice on the government websites.
  • Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (e.g. booster shot, negative COVID test, vaccine certificate with a QR code) may change with little notice. It is the responsibility of all visitors to ensure they check the official travel advice on the government websites.
Voucher info
  • • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
  • • We may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
  • • Only very small bags are allowed.
  • • Guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
  • • Changing of the Guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
  • • We recommend comfortable shoes for all guests. 
  • • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions. 
  • • Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
  • • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • • Please note that due to the pandemic, the Tower of London sometimes opens 1hour later. For this reason, we've had to postpone our departure time by 1hour during these periods. If your tour starts later than 9am, we regret that due to time constraints, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary and will be replaced with an extended walking tour
  • Disclaimer:
  • Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (e.g. booster shot, negative COVID test, vaccine certificate with a QR code…) may change with little notice. It is the responsibility of all visitors to ensure they check the official travel advice on the government websites and comply with each country’s requirements. City Wonders will not be held responsible for refused access to museums and tourist attractions and no refund will be due.
  • • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.
  • • We may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
  • • Only very small bags are allowed.
  • • Guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
  • • Changing of the Guard will not operate in rain and will be replaced with an extended walking tour.
  • • We recommend comfortable shoes for all guests. 
  • • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions. 
  • • Please note that the changing of the guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either footguards or horseguards.
  • • Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday and Thursday, you’ll experience the change of the Household Cavalry.
  • • Please note that due to the pandemic, the Tower of London sometimes opens 1hour later. For this reason, we've had to postpone our departure time by 1hour during these periods. If your tour starts later than 9am, we regret that due to time constraints, the changing of the guards ceremony cannot be included in the itinerary and will be replaced with an extended walking tour
  • Disclaimer:
  • Government-imposed COVID restrictions for entering countries and venues (e.g. booster shot, negative COVID test, vaccine certificate with a QR code…) may change with little notice. It is the responsibility of all visitors to ensure they check the official travel advice on the government websites and comply with each country’s requirements. City Wonders will not be held responsible for refused access to museums and tourist attractions and no refund will be due.
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