Spotlight on London

What's Included

• Retro Double-Decker Bus Tour

  Tour the West End from a retro double-decker bus.

• River Bus to Greenwich

  Take a river bus along the River Thames to Greenwich.

• Culinary Walking Adventure

  Sample British fare on a culinary walking adventure through London’s village of Greenwich.

• Dinner in a Traditional English Pub

  Enjoy dinner in a traditional English pub.

• Visit to Westminster Abbey

  Visit Westminster Abbey, known for its royal weddings.

• Visit to the Tower of London

  Explore the famous Tower of London.

• Test Seafaring Prowess on the Cutty Sark

  Test your seafaring prowess on the Victorian-style Cutty Sark ship.

• Choice of London Theatre or Afternoon Tea

  Choose between attending a matinee performance in London’s iconic West End or enjoying a traditional afternoon tea at Covent Garden.

What's Not Included

• Optional Excursion to Windsor Castle

  The optional excursion to Windsor Castle is not included in the main tour package.

• Transportation Post-Theatre Show

  Transportation back to the hotel after the theatre show is not accompanied by a Tour Manager and may require additional expenses if a taxi is chosen.

Experiences

• Take a ride on “the Tube” – London’s famous Underground.
• Tour the West End from a retro double-decker bus.
• Take a river bus along the River Thames to Greenwich.

Options

London: Windsor Castle Step into the formal world of the British Monarchy when you visit the stately and expansive Windsor Castle. His Majesty King Charles III uses Windsor as both a private home and as a Royal residence where formal duties of state are performed. Windsor’s 1,000 rooms comprise the largest inhabited castle in the world. It dates back to the 1070s, when William the Conqueror built the original wooden structure, now replaced by the grand stone edifices. Explore one of Britain’s most visited historic buildings, its precincts, and the State Apartments, which house a delightful collection of Royal art treasures. Enjoy time for lunch in the quaint town of Windsor before heading back to London. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the castle that houses so much British history and lore is not to be missed! Duration approximately 6 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 8 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

Culinaries

• Sample British fare on a culinary walking adventure through London’s village of Greenwich.
• Enjoy dinner in a traditional English pub.

Must See

• Test your seafaring prowess on the Victorian-style Cutty Sark ship.
• Explore the famous Tower of London.
• Visit Westminster Abbey, known for its royal weddings.

Choice Highlights

London Retro Bus

Westminster Abbey Westminster Abbey has been the site for every coronation for almost 1,000 years. The Abbey is also the home to many royal weddings, including the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton.

London Underground Opened in 1863, this "subway" public transport system is also known as “the Tube.” In time, it has become more extensive, now offering 11 distinct lines for easy transport.

Choice on Tour: London Theatre or Afternoon Tea Choose how to spend your day because, it's your choice! Enjoy a matinee performance in London's iconic West End -OR- sit for a traditional afternoon tea at Covent Garden.



Guests will be contacted approximately 60 days prior to tour departure to re-confirm their choice on tour.



London Theater

Activity Level 2

Guests choosing the theater option will be advised at approximately 60 days of the theater show name. Transportation is provided back to the hotel after the show via a Collette-provided Oyster Card to use on the bus or the London Underground aka 'the Tube,' but a Tour Manager will not accompany them post-show. A taxi to the hotel may be obtained at guests expense.



Afternoon Tea

Activity Level 2

The Tour Manager will accompany guests choosing the afternoon tea option. If they do not wish to stay in the Covent Garden area or continue exploring London on their own, the Tour Manager will take them back to the hotel via London Underground.

Tower of London The Tower of London first started off as a fortress in the 1070s, built by William the Conqueror. It is located along the banks of the River Thames. The famous guards of the Tower are known as Yeoman Warders. The Tower has been a treasury, prison, armory, and more.

Greenwich Culinary Walking Tour

Mode of Transport

Experience London's iconic transport with rides on the famous Underground, a retro double-decker bus tour, and a scenic river bus journey along the River Thames to Greenwich.

Accommodation

Stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton London - Tower of London, offering comfort and convenience in the heart of the city, perfect for exploring London's iconic landmarks.