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London Icons: St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tower of London, and Harrods Tea Tour
Cruise the Thames, witness the Guard Change, and see the Crown Jewels with a guide and transport
10 h
Max 50 Guests
What's included
London from dome to crown to tea
Expert English-speaking guide
St. Paul’s Cathedral entry
Guided St. Paul’s cathedral tour
Tower of London entry
Crown Jewels access
Private Thames River cruise
Tea, scones, and prosecco at Harrods
Guide tips
Lunch
Itinerary
Your tour begins at Victoria Coach Station, Gate 19–20
Meet your guide and settle into a luxury, air-conditioned coach. As London stirs outside the windows, you’ll hear the plan for early entry, key timing, and the day’s main landmarks.
Step inside St. Paul’s Cathedral with first entry
Walk into the massive domed cathedral, designed by Christopher Wren, before the church gets busy. Your guide points out mosaics, memorials, and the scale of the Whispering Gallery, while tying the site to London’s modern history.
Pause at Buckingham Palace for the Guard Change
Next, stop by the royal residence for one of the best photo opportunities in London. When the Changing of the Guard begins, you’ll watch precise marching and band music, then learn how these traditions still signal state and season.
Enter the Tower of London to see the Crown Jewels
In the afternoon, enter the notorious Tower of London, a fortress dating back to 1066. After a guided overview of the grounds, enjoy free time for self-guided exploration of the interior buildings. You’ll head to the Crown Jewels, pass Traitors’ Gate, and follow the prison lore through courtyards and stone walls.
Cruise the Thames on a privately hired boat
Then, board your privately hired boat for a calmer viewpoint. Drift past Tower Bridge, the Shard, and Shakespeare’s Globe as your guide shares stories that sharpen the skyline
Your tour ends at Harrods’ The Georgian
Finish with the tour with tea in the famous department store, Harrods, grand tearoom, with scones, clotted cream, jam, and a wide tea list, plus Prosecco on arrival. Afterward, say farewell to your guide and feel free to continue browsing the store.
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!
Sat, 12 Sep 2026
Meeting and drop-off point
Important Details
Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately this tour is not wheelchair accessible due to uneven surfaces and old stone stairways.
ID Requirement: Please bring a government-issued ID, as it may be required to receive your Prosecco at Harrods.
Tour Changes: The Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace typically takes place Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday (subject to availability). When it does not run, you will still stop outside the palace for photos. On Wednesdays when St. Paul’s Cathedral opens late (10 am), the tour does not include the Guard Change and instead starts with a photo stop outside Buckingham Palace.
Guided areas: The Tower of London portion of the tour is guided, but guides are not allowed inside the White Tower or the Jewel House. On Sundays, there is no guiding inside St. Paul’s Cathedral due to church services.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point, so the group can enter sites on time.
Your 10-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
First entry to St. Paul’s Cathedral with guided visit
Entry ticket to the Tower of London
Private Thames River cruise
Tea and scones at Harrods' The Georgian
Glass of Prosecco at Harrods
Transportation by luxury air-conditioned coach
What to bring:
Government-issued ID
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera
Water bottle