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PANORAMIC TOUR

Enjoy a 3-hour panoramic tour of London's famous monuments and marvel at the 's world celebrated attractions from the comfort of your coach.

Tour inclusions:

 Panoramic tour of London  Transportation by air-conditioned coach  Professional guide  Collection and drop-off from your hotel

Tour exclusions:

 Gratuities  Food and beverages

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Your Panoramic London Tour will include the following sights where possible:

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace serves as both the office and London residence of Her Majesty, the Queen. It was first opened to visitors in 1993.

St. Paul's Cathedral

Built after the in 1666, St. Paul's Cathedral has been the lavish setting to many state ceremonies. Galleries around its giant dome provide magnificent views over the city.

Westminster Abbey

The beautiful is London's oldest church, and has been the burial place of Britain's monarchs since the 13th century. It is full of an extraordinary collection of monuments and tombs, honouring British figures from politicians to poets. The setting for m any royal weddings and coronations, it's a must-see for any visitor to London.

Houses of Parliament and

The Houses of Parliament, or , has been the seat of British government for over 200 years. The Parliament Clock is one of London’s most iconic landmarks and houses Big Ben, the 14- tonne bell.

Trafalgar Square

Commemorating the Battle of Trafalgar, is the most famous public space in London; used for political gatherings and a centre for national celebration. Its famous 4th plinth is unoccupied; used in modern times for contemporary art installations.

Piccadilly Circus

Piccadilly Circus connects Regents Street, Piccadilly, and the Haymarket. It is a very busy thoroughfare, right in the heart of theatre land and famous for the large electronic advertising signs that overlook the ‘circus’.

Changing of the Guard

The changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace involves a new guard exchanging duty with the old guard, accompanied by a Guards band. The Queen's Guard usually consists of Foot Guards in their famous uniform of red tunics and bearskins.

Tower

The Victorian Tower Bridge has become an iconic symbol of London, with its two Gothic towers and roadway which raises to allow passing ships through. From the bridge there are excellent views of the , HMS Belfast and the .

Tower of London and Crown Jewels

The Tower of London has been standing guard over the city for nearly 1000 years. As a Royal Palace, fortress, prison, mint, place of torture and execution, and jewel house, it has witnessed many great events in British history.

City of London

The one square mile founded by the Romans some 2,000 years ago which is still the financial centre of the U.K. Highlights include the , the Guildhall, home of the Corporation and , aka the Gherkin.