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Comprehensive Panoramic Tour Enjoy a whistle stop tour of London’s famous monuments and marvel at the history of London’s modern masterpieces from the comfort of your seat. St. Paul’s Cathedral Towering high over the City of London, magnificent St Paul’s Cathedral is widely considered to be Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece and marvel at the beautiful mosaics inside. *On Sundays due to church services, there is no guiding inside the cathedral. Buckingham Palace and Changing of the Guard As iconic an image of London as red telephone boxes and double–decker buses, the Changing of the Guard is a not–to–be–missed royal feast of bearskin hats and red tunics. The Changing of the Guard will go ahead from Monday 23 August and will take place each Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday until further notice (subject to any future impact from COVID-19 on the national or local picture, or on military resilience). *We will visit Horseguards Parade when the ceremony is not available. We will visit Horseguards Parade when the ceremony is not available. The Tower of London and Crown Jewels During its 1000 year history this impressive fortress has been a Royal Palace, prison, mint and even a zoo! Be dazzled by the Cullinan diamonds and the spectacular Kohi–i–Noor at the Crown Jewels. Exclusive feature ATTACK THE TOWER – Join a Yeoman Warder (‘Beefeater’) for an exclusive and very different view of the famous Tower of London on this guided tour. You will hear the story of the peasants’ revolt and attack on the Tower of 1381, the military cunning used to ensure the safety of the Monarch within, and how the Tower’s very architecture protects it from attack. Afternoon Tea Cruise Afternoon Tea while cruising along the Thames. What a civilised way to pass the afternoon. Why not gather a group of like minded friends to enjoy a gentle cruise and cake. And if the mood takes you, perhaps a glass of something bubbly? Of course afternoon tea wouldn't be right without scones, jam and a generous dollop of cream, so fear not you'll find those along with the selection of finger sandwiches and cakes. Yum yum. Plus of course tea! In fact an almost endless supply if that's what takes your fancy. All aboard for a selection of delicious sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam, a selection of traditional cakes and unlimited tea and coffee or soft drinks for kids. Delicious! River Thames Boat Ride Setting off from the Tower of London, take to the water on a River Thames boat ride and enjoy a tour of the London sights as you head towards the London Eye. The lastminute.com London Eye Experience End your day with a London Eye experience and enjoy breathtaking views of London in the luxury of your glass capsule. Your tour will finish at the following times dependent on the inclusions that you select. St. Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London, London Eye & River boat ride. Approx 6.00pm at the Tower of London. St Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London and River boat ride. Approx 5:30pm at the Tower of London. Tower of London and St Paul's Cathedral. Approx 3pm at Tower of London Entries to Tower of London and St Paul's Cathedral with Afternoon Tea Cruise. Approx 3pm, you will have to make your own way to Tower Pier to board your Afternoon Tea Cruise.