Whether it's your first or fifth time in London, traveling around on a vintage Routemaster bus is the perfect way to get a comprehensive view of the city. This fully guided tour includes a Thames River Cruise, and is the ideal orientation if you're new to London, and return visitors will discover new facts and hear new stories from the professional live commentary aboard the London double-decker bus tour.
Red double-decker Routemaster buses are a much-loved London icon, and the only way to tour London. Have your cameras ready as you stop for photos at St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London.
Other famous London landmarks you'll see include Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye.
Next, you'll jump onboard a Thames River Cruise to see all of the famous London landmarks and bridges from a different perspective. The cruise passes Shakespeare’s Globe, Cleopatra’s Needle and London Bridge before you arrive at Westminster pier to rejoin the bus and head for Buckingham Palace.
Watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard Ceremony as the soldiers, dressed in their fabulous tunics and busbies, march to military music. If the guard change is not taking place, you will stop for photos of the Horseguards.
Add one of the following attractions for a comprehensive introduction to the city of London:
Top London Attractions:
Enjoy fast, hassle-free entry to the London Eye or Tower of London. Pre-booked and pre-paid tickets ensure speedy access to London’s top attractions.
Stonehenge Shuttle:
Combine the tour with an afternoon visit to Stonehenge. After the morning tour of London, you'll be dropped off at Victoria Coach Station ready to depart on the roundtrip shuttle bus (5 hours) to Stonehenge at 1:30pm. Designed to give you a fast, hassle-free independent trip to Stonehenge, collect your entrance tickets (included in the tour price!) and free audio-guide before exploring at your own pace.
Schedule details
London City Tour by Vintage Double Decker Routemaster
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Departure Point:
Victoria Coach StationDeparture Time:
- 8:00am
Return Details:
Returns to original departure point at approximately 11:30amPricing information
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Tour options:
London City Tour by Vintage Double Decker Routemaster, Thames River Cruise and Changing of the Guard Ceremony.
Conducted in English
London City Tour by Vintage Double Decker Routemaster, Thames River Cruise and entrance tickets to Tower of London
Conducted in English
London City Tour by Vintage Double Decker Routemaster, Thames River Cruise followed by skip the line tickets to London Eye
Conducted in English
London City Tour by Vintage Double Decker Routemaster, Thames River Cruise followed by afternoon London to Stonehenge Shuttle Bus
Conducted in English
Additional information
London Red Vintage Double Decker Routemaster City Tour
Inclusions:
- Local guide
- Vintage City Tour of London
- Thames River Cruise
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Voucher Info:
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