Description
The Tour:
Coach Drive Through Central London:
After the morning pickup we depart Victoria and drive through the very heart of central London, past some of the key landmarks including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and the London Eye, before driving along the Embankment with great views of the river Thames.
The Tower of London: Private tour away from the crowds..
Following our coach drive we arrive at the Tower of London where we are met on the middle drawbridge by our very own Yeoman Warder. Leading us into this world heritage site before it opens to the public, our Beefeater will take us on a private guided tour explaining the history behind this fortress of imprisonment and torture. We are also the first group to see the Crown Jewels before enjoying some free time to explore on our own. Why not visit Traitors Gate, the armories, or the Bloody Tower? And keep an eye out for the famous Ravens - tradition has it that if the Ravens leave the Tower the monarch will fall!
Changing of the Guard
Departing the Tower, we head to The Mall to watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony as one of the Queen's Foot Guard Household Regiments march from St. James's Palace to Buckingham Palace to military music, dressed in their world famous tunics and busbies. If the Guard Change is not taking place, you will still see Buckingham Palace and then visit the Horse Guards Parade.
Thames River Cruise and Pub Lunch
Next we enjoy a short cruise on the River Thames as we enjoy excellent views of St. Pauls Cathedral and Shakespeares Globe before heading for a traditional pub lunch in Whitehall, close to Downing Street, the residence of the Prime Minister. (food/drink not included) After lunch we shall have a photo stop at Westminster Abbey.
St. Pauls Cathedral
We start the afternoon part of our tour with a visit to St Pauls Cathedral. This masterpiece was designed in 1673 by Sir Christopher Wren, our tour will include listening to the 1695 organ that Mendelssohn once played and visi the tombs of Nelson and Wellington. With your professional tour guide you can also test the unique acoustics of the Whispering Gallery, not nirmally visited by tour groups. On Sundays when viewing is restricted, there will be an opportunity to enter and enjoy one of the services.
London Eye
The British Airways London Eye is the world's highest observation wheel, towering 135 meters above the center of London and offers magnificent panoramic views - on a clear day it is possible to see as far as Windsor Castle! From April 2007 on: Fast track entry with an onboard guide!

Notes
Operates daily April to October
Operates Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday November to March
This tour is sold on a pre-reserved basis.
Tours depart from Gate 6, Victoria Coach Station at 8:15 am. Courtesy morning pickups offered from many hotels. Call tour company for details. At the end of the tour, passengers will be dropped off at a central location near their hotel or at a convenient tube stop.
Child rate applies for children under 16. Infants under 3 are free but must ride in lap the entire trip as the coach cannot accommodate child seats.
Note: No tour December 31 due to early closure of the London Eye. Also, no tour from January 11 to January 21, 2008, due to closure of the London Eye for annual maintenance.
Blackout dates: April 26, May 12, June 20, January 1

Restrictions
Non-changeable and non-refundable once paid in full.