TOTAL LONDON EXPERIENCE – CURRENT PRICES / BOOKING

The Total London Experience is an incredible value London sightseeing tour taking in London’s most famous sites and landmarks!

Days Operating - Daily

Duration – Approix 10 hours : STARTS 08.45AM – FINISHES APPROX 7PM

Summary
London Panoramic tour�
Buckingham Palace Changing of the Guard
Household Cavalry Museum
Covent Garden / lunch at a traditional English Pub
Tower of London and exclusive Beefeater tour (includes entrance fee)
See the famous Crown Jewels
St. Paul’s Cathedral (includes entrance fee) and special access to the Quire
River Thames Cruise
Flight on the London Eye

London Panoramic Tour and Westminster Abbey
A tour through London that allows you to see all the history and monuments the city has to offer, and all from the comfort of your seat.  Also, there will be the opportunity for photos outside the magnificent Westminster Abbey, the traditional site of coronations and the resting place of royalty. 

Household Cavalry Museum
Described as a living museum, the Household Cavalry Museum gives you a behind the scenes look at the Household Cavalry Regiment which was first formed in 1661 by King Charles II.   During the time spent at this incredible museum, you will have the chance to ask your questions to an official Household Guards trooper, plus the opportunity to be photographed in their official uniform. 

Buckingham Palace and Changing of the Guard
Here is the chance to see the famous ceremony of the Changing of the Guard.  This 45 minute ceremony is an amazing experience with the marching being accompanied by the Guards own band. 

Lunch in Covent Garden
In the bustling Covent Garden Piazza, sits a traditional English Pub where we will have lunch.  Hopefully if time allows, you will enjoy the street entertainers and shops which dominate the area that has existed since Roman times.  

St Paul’s Cathedral – Entry to the Quire
On top of London highest point sits this magnificent cathedral which was completed in 1708 from Sir Wrens design.  Inside we will be able to enter the Quire which is not normally open to the public.  Here you can see the beautiful mosaics that line the walls and ceiling. 

The Tower of London and Crown Jewels
500 years ago one of Britain’s most famous Kings, Henry VIII took accession to the throne.  To commemorate this is the Dressed to Kill exhibition which features armour and weaponry.  Also, during the time we spend at this impressive fortress, we will see the spectacular Crown Jewels and here of the history behind them. 

Attack the Tower – Join a Beefeater on tour
Join an actual Beefeater on a unique tour around the grounds of this 1000 year old fortress.  Along the way discover the fascinating history that comes with a building that has served as a Royal Palace, prison and a mint.  In particular you will learn how the Tower of London was attacked by peasants in 1381.  As you wander around one of Londons famous landmarks expect to be amazed by all it has to offer.   

River Thames Cruise
The second panoramic tour of London, this time however from the water.  This tour allows you to see the Thames amazing bridges and stunning bank side views. 

London Eye Flight
End the day on a ride on Europe highest Ferris wheel.  In one of its 32 glass capsules – one for each London borough – you can take in the stunning views that London has to offer.

TOTAL LONDON EXPERIENCE – CURRENT PRICES / BOOKING

BOOK PANORAMIC LONDON AND BUCKINGHAM PALACE

Available daily between 29th July and 29th September

Get to see all the major sights of London, visit Buckingham Palace and see Changing of the Guard.

Our Tour 105 begins from any of the official pick up points from our drop down list on the booking page. Enjoy a wonderful tour of London that takes in all of the major attractions, including the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Downing Street where Britain’s Prime Minsister resides, Trafalgar Square and much more. The tour finishes at Buckingham Palace where you get to see the famous Changing of the Guard of the Household Division which is probably one of the UK’s biggest touriest attractions. The Guards are not just ceremonial but serving soldiers, some of the most skilled soldiers in the British Army.

The Household Division is made up of seven regiments; the Cavalry Regiment, ‘The Life Guards’ and ‘The Blues and Royal’s and five foot Guards, ‘The Grenadier Guards’, ‘The Coldstream Guards’, ‘The Scots Guards’, ‘The Irish Guards’ and ‘The Welsh Guards’.

It is a spectacular ceremony, full of colour and pomp and seeped in tradition. And don’t worry about trying to get photos during the ceremony as the best time is either before or after at various locations including Wellington Barracks (just after). How about getting photographed with one of the Guards? Go to St James’ Palace, walk past the courtyard and turn the corner into Pall Mall and you can stand next to the solitary Guard!

At the Household Cavalry Museum, get to meet a Trooper from the Household Guards and feel free to ask any questions. NB On Sundays, meeting the Tropper is subject to Guard Change.

Finally get to see inside Buckingham Palace which has been the official home to British Sovereigns since 1837. You will be allowed to visit its’ 19 Staterooms which are used by the Queen to entertain on auspicious or official occasions. Get to see the Throne Room which is where the Queen presides ‘in Majesty’ on such occasions as awarding high honours, or to grant an audience or to hold council. You can also see the stunning Ballroom which is the largest multi purpose room in Buckingham Palace and is used by the Queen for State Banquets. After seeing inside, enjoy a walk through the South Garden.

This 4.5 hour tour finishes here so you can relax and really appreciate the splendour of the Palace.

BOOK PANORAMIC LONDON AND BUCKINGHAM PALACE

From 29th July 2008, the doors to Her Majesty The Queen’s official residence, Buckingham Palace are again open to the public. The doors of Buckingham Palace, which also serves as the Headquarters of the Royal household, will be open for public viewing until 29th September.

Tickets from £8.75 – E Mail Conicerge Desk for booking at info@conciergedesk.co.uk

BUCKINGHAM PALACE AND AFTERNOON TEA

Why not finish your day off with a delicious traditional English afternoon tea at Chez Gerard Restaurant in the Grosvenor Hotel at Victoria?

We can arrange a combined Buckingham Palace / afternoon tea package from £27.00!

Again, if you would like to book this fantastc package, please send us an E Mail at info@conciergedesk.co.uk