Britain Journey By Train - 7 Days

Welcome to London the Capital of England!  Independent transfer to your hotel The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in London

You will take a tour with a specialist guide through the city of London and its most representative places. Start the day with an early entry to Westminster Abbey so that you can visit this masterpiece of Gothic architecture before the crowds arrive. With your guide, you'll learn about the abbey's long history, which includes royal weddings, coronations, and illustrious funerals. Then, you'll walk across St. James's Park to Wellington Barracks near Buckingham Palace, where you can see the new guard getting ready to exchange duty with the old guard. You'll also get to see a smaller ceremony, which is less famous but equally fascinating: the changing of the Queen's Life Guard. Next, you'll head to Trafalgar Square to learn about British naval history under the watchful eye of Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson. There are also some hidden gems to discover around the square, including a world record holder. After a break for lunch, the tour continues with a scenic cruise down the River Thames up to the Tower of London. Here, your skip-the-line ticket takes you past the crowds and inside to see the incredible collection of precious gems that make up the Crown Jewels. You'll also learn all about the secrets and stories that make this place so fascinating.  Overnight in London

Free time for you to explore this magnificent city. We advise you to take another tour to have a better understanding of the history and the city itself. For example: join a visit to Leeds Castle, Canterbury and Dover, take a little cruise on Greenwich River at sunset time or enjoy Stratford-upon-Avon, Cotswolds and Warwick Castle as well. It is also convenient to take advantage of your time and get a little bit out of the city to visit Cambridge, Oxford or Manchester, which are at a very close distance and are worth visiting too. For any additional information, please check our list of complementary tours in London. You will find the option which fits better with your preferences. Overnight in London.