Day One We start with a local departure for our journey directly to London. On arrival we head for Waterloo Pier for our included Thames Spectacular Cruise. Encompassing London’s best-loved sights, the tour provides an insight into the many layers of history that have built up along the river. The elegant dome of St Paul’s Cathedral - and perhaps London’s most precious antique - the Tower of London.
Afterwards there will be some free time to spend as you choose. Join up with the coach during the late afternoon and transfer to our hotel. We use a selection of 4* Central London hotels and all rooms are reserved on a bed and English breakfast basis. The evening is at leisure.
Day 2
After breakfast, we make our way to Buckingham Palace. This serves as both the office and London residence of Her Majesty the Queen. The State Rooms are the heart of the working Palace and are lavishly furnished with some of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection – paintings by Rembrandt and Rubens; sculpture by Canova; exquisite pieces of Sevres porcelain; and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world.
Following the visit to Buckingham Palace we take you to Clarence House – the London residence of the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall and of Princes William and Harry. It was the London home of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother for almost 50 years. Here you can see for yourself the 5 rooms on the ground floor where official engagements are undertaken and important guests received by the Prince of Wales.
During the late afternoon we commence the journey back to your local area
Included in the Price
- Return Coach travel from selected regional pick up points
- Thames River Cruise
- Admission to Buckingham Palace
- Admission to Clarence House
- 1 night bed and English breakfast accommodation at 4* hotel in central London
Not Included
- Personal expenditure, gratuities, admission charges other than stated
- Travel insurance
- Single room supplement
Important Note: We may have to operate the trip in a different order depending on admission times to Buckingham Palace and Clarence House. It may be that they will be visited on different days or during different times of the day If it is impossible to gain access to Buckingham Palace or Clarence House the relevant admission price only will be refunded. There will be no additional compensation