Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option
At a glance
Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option is a 3h 30m guided experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Premium Tours. Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 592 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $83.44 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Thames River cruise, Local guide, Panoramic tour of London by 1960's Vintage bus.
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 13 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 40 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
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. Pass famous sights such as St Paul's Cathedral and Tower of London.
Red double-decker Routemaster buses are a much-loved London icon, and the only way to tour London.
What's included
What's included
- Thames River cruise
- Local guide
- Panoramic tour of London by 1960's Vintage bus
- London Eye (if option selected)
- Entry to Stonehenge (if option selected)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 30m
Enjoy a great photo stop outside Buckingham Palace
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Stop 2 · 15m
Enjoy a photo stop outside Westminster Abbey
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Stop 3
Enjoy the view of British Parliaments from the bus
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Stop 4
See the Clock Tower
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Stop 5
Drive up Whitehall and see Downing street where houses the official residences and offices of the Prime Minister
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Stop 6
Drive through Trafalgar Square and see Nelson's column
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Stop 7
Drive past the Law Courts of England and Wales. It is a large grey stone edifice in the Victorian Gothic Revival style built in the 1870s and opened by Queen Victoria in 1882. It is one of the largest courts in Europe.
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Stop 8
See the magnificent cathedral rebuilt by Sir Christopher Wren after the great Fire of 1666.
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Stop 9 · 30m
Photo stop at Tower of London
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Stop 10 · 30m
Enjoy the guided boat trip on the River Thames from Tower pier to London Eye. You will see Tower of London, Tower Bridge, The Shard, St. Paul's Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe and the Houses of Parliament etc. all views from the river!
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Stop 11
Enjoy the view from the river
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Stop 12
See the view of Globe Theatre from the river
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Stop 13
See the London Eye from the River
Meeting point
Located on 164 Buckingham Palace Road, Victoria, London, SW1W 9TP, approximately 7 minute walk from Victoria Underground/Railway station. Tour departs inside the building at Gate 19 at 7:45am (for AM tour) and Gate 0 at 1pm (for PM tour). Boarding starts 15 minutes before the departure time stated.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note: this is an open top bus tour, please be prepared for the possibility of rain. On rare occasions the open top bus may be changed to a closed top bus
- You’ll enjoy a great photo stop outside Buckingham Palace. In the afternoon, there are often fewer crowds, making it easier to take in the views and capture the perfect picture of this iconic landmark.
- Thames River cruise takes place at the end of the bus tour and ends at Westminster Pier. It lasts approximately 30 minutes and is included in the price of the tour.
- Travellers who select the London Eye upgrade will have a short walk from Westminster Pier to the Eye after the cruise.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Vintage London Bus Tour Including Cruise with London Eye Option take?
The experience lasts about 3h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $83.44 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Thames River cruise; Local guide; Panoramic tour of London by 1960's Vintage bus; London Eye (if option selected); Entry to Stonehenge (if option selected).
Where does it start?
Located on 164 Buckingham Palace Road, Victoria, London, SW1W 9TP, approximately 7 minute walk from Victoria Underground/Railway station. Tour departs inside the building at Gate 19 at 7:45am (for AM tour) and Gate 0 at 1pm (for PM tour). Boarding starts 15 minutes before the…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 592 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
