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Price: Starting from USD $35.99 per personDuration: 2.5 - 3.5 hours
Explore London by bicycle, and enjoy the city in a different and highly entertaining way. Centuries of history, a story around every corner, tales of the good, the bad and the ugly.
London is a city of stunning contrasts. Her rich past is well preserved, while her modern face shows how architecture, trade and culture have evolved in their own unique settings. For those trying to discover London on their own, or hoping to glimpse her from bus or coach, many of her secrets will remain a mystery.
The London Bicycle Tour is a much more exciting way of exploring the city. You will be provided with a bike and guide, and escorted on a tour though the cycle routes, side roads and alley-ways of the capital. There is no better way to soak up the true atmosphere of this fascinating city.
Your journey will not only take you to the famous places like Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and St. Paul's but to the Law Courts, dungeons and docks, to lively markets and elegant shopping areas, to street theatre and Shakespeare's theatre and so many more places in between.
This is the real London if you want to see all of her faces, take a ride!
You have the option of three itineraries to choose from, and each tour distance is approximately 9 miles (14.5 kilometers). ... read more »
Price: Starting from USD $10.03 per personDuration: 1.5 hours
MP3 Walking Tour of London - City of London takes around 90 minutes to complete, passing by some of the ancient city's most historical monuments.
These include The Tower of London, Tower Bridge, London Bridge, Monument, Leadenhall Market, Lloyds Building, Threadneedle Street, The Bank of England, Mansion House, Royal Exchange, The Guildhall, The Museum of London, St Paul's Cathedral, The Millennium Bridge, The Tate Modern and The Globe Theatre.
The tour pack is downloaded as a zip file, and also contains a map in PDF format for you to print out and take with you. Your voucher will include instructions on how to download the tour. ... read more »
Price: Starting from USD $145.27 per personDuration: 10 hours
Windsor Castle
Over 900 years of royal history is perched high above the River Thames just outside of London waiting for you at Windsor Castle. From William the Conqueror through to the current Queen, successive monarchs have lived at Windsor Castle and left their mark on what is now the largest continuously occupied castle in the world. Your ticket allows entrance to the castle so you can see for yourself the splendor of St. Georges chapel and the state apartments. Windsor itself is a pretty town full of traditional shops and historic pubs. Shakespeare is said to have written his play The Merry Wives of Windsor in one of them! After visiting Windsor, drive through Runnymede, where King John signed the Magna Carta. Following a visit you head for Kew for a traditional pub lunch (not included in tour price).
Kew Gardens
With its Royal heritage, historic buildings and 300 acres of green space, Kew is much more than a garden. It is home to stunning vistas, an impressive aborted and ornate glasshouse, not to mention some of the rarest plants on the planet. You will enjoy a guided tour of the gardens followed by free time to explore.
Kew Palace
Set within the gardens, Kew Palace was the family country house of King George III, between 1800 and 1818. This small elegant and intimate building was one of the places the King convalesced during his many bouts of illness and has been beautifully restored over recent years. A unique audio guide has been developed to help bring your tour of the Palace to life. Afterwards, head back to London. ... read more »
Price: Starting from USD $134.34 per personDuration: 12 hours
Warwick Castle
With a history that dates back over 1,000 years, Warwick Castle will take you back in time to a world of banquets, battles and royal splendor. As you enter over the footbridge the castle brings history to life. Visit the waxwork displays of Madame Tussauds, to see and hear the Earl of Warwicks preparations for battle and take a look at the ghostly dungeons where prisoners were tortured.
Stratford upon Avon
Birthplace of William Shakespeare, the greatest writer in the English language, and home to the theatres of the famous Royal Shakespeare Company. A river winds its way through the town past Holy Trinity church, where Shakespeare is buried. There are half-wooden buildings which date back to Shakespeare's time, including the cottage of Anne Hathaway, who married the writer in 1582. You will visit Shakespeare's birthplace, before lunch in a 15th century pub in the picturesque Cotswolds.
Oxford
Oxford boasts one of the world's greatest and oldest universities, as well as some of the finest architecture in Europe. The colleges themselves are amongst the highlights, their ivy-clad stone walls protecting beautiful chapels, halls and libraries. Take a private tour away from the crowds which journeys through the Alice in Wonderland Gardens (normally out of bounds to the public) where Alice chased her Cheshire cat.
The grandest of the colleges is Christ Church, home to Oxford's cathedral and the university's largest quad. So atmospheric is the dining hall that it was chosen as a key location in a Harry Potter film, and its here you will linger for a special Champagne reception in the Gardens (April to October only) or the Great Hall. Learn about the college's famous students, including Albert Einstein and Lewis Carroll, who wrote his enchanting tales of Alice in Wonderland here. Before visiting Christ Church, you can take tea in the shop where the real-life Alice bought her sweets! read more »
Price: Starting from USD $131.59 per personDuration: Varies
The Academy-award winning Disney film The Lion King, comes to life on stage wiith music and lyrics by Tim Rice and Elton John.
A London West End transfer for the smash-hit Broadway musical! Director/designer Julie Taymor has transformed Disney's phenomenally successful 1994 animated feature into a spectacular stage musical. The popular story of the young lion cub Simba, as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destined role as king. The Lion King won six Tony Awards in 1998, including Best Director and Best Costume Design to Julie Taymor.
Make the most of this memorable performance and enjoy a pre-theatre dinner at Christopher's, an American style restaurant with contemporary cuisine inspired by the grand steak and lobster houses of east coast America. Christopher's has become one of the most well-established and best known restaurants in Covent Garden; it is situated in a Grade II listed, white bricked Victorian building of extremely attractive appearance, with superb and commanding views over Waterloo Bridge.
Ticket Collection:
When you book your ticket, you will receive a voucher which must be printed. Your tickets will be held at the theatre box office for collection on the day of the performance, no earlier than one hour before performance time. You will be required to present your printed voucher, along with photo ID in exchange for your tickets. At this time, you will receive your ticket and seating assignment. ... read more »
Price: Starting from USD $138.35 per personDuration: 2.5 hours
Offering the finest food, breathtaking river views, live entertainment and professional service, a Thames river dinner cruise provides the perfect indulgence. Specialising in modern European cuisine, guests on board the dinner cruises will experience a dinner with high quality food and presentation, and the professional and friendly service of the team onboard.
A musical blend of jazz is performed during the dinner cruise by the resident band, which comprises of some of London’s finest musicians. The highlight of a Thames river dinner cruise is the after-dinner dancing with music from the 60's right through to hits of today. Cruising past some of London's famous attractions whilst dining onboard a Bateaux London Thames river dinner cruise has been described as a unique and memorable experience not to be missed when visiting London.
Cruise Options:
- Classic Dinner Cruise: A welcome cocktail, 4 course a la carte menu, live entertainment and after-dinner dancing
- Premier Dinner Cruise: A welcome cocktail, 4 course a la carte menu, half bottle of house wine, half bottle of mineral water, live entertainment and after-dinner dancing
Price: Starting from USD $78.20 per personDuration: 4.5 hours
London was built along the shores of the Thames 2,000 years ago - what better way to experience the city than to travel along its river on a Thames River Cruise!
Get stunning uninterrupted views of the Gothic style Houses of Parliament, the London Eye perched high over the River, the South Bank Arts Complex built for the 1951 Festival of Britain and of course many of London's famous bridges.
Then it's on to the Tower of London where jet black ravens guard the ancient fortress steeped in centuries of murder, treason and the untold secrets of the condemned. Hear the tragic story of Lady Jane Grey - Queen for 9 days, and the story of the 2 young Princes who were never seen again, as well as other tales of royalty and noblemen meeting their end within the cold cruel walls of the Tower.
The splendidly dressed Beefeaters will tell you about the Tower's history, and of course you must visit the Crown Jewels including the 6,000 year old Koh-I-Noor diamond worn by all the Queens of England since Victoria as well as the other regalia used during coronation ceremonies.
Continue by coach to the City of London, which packs into its square mile bold, brash award-winning new architecture towering above dignified Victorian masterpieces to create a kaleidoscope of styles along narrow streets that still follow their medieval street plan. 2,000 years ago the Romans founded Londinium here, and the City's square mile to this day jealously guards its ancient ceremonies and traditions.
Hear about some of these arcane traditions and see the glorious dome of St Paul's Cathedral watching over the hustle and bustle of city merchants, the elegant Mansion House, home to the Lord Mayor of London, and the nearby Bank of England, known as The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street, at the heart of the City. ... read more »
Price: Starting from USD $24.06 per personDuration: 2 hours
For great food, famous memorabilia, awesome merchandise, and out-of-this-world events, there's no place like the Planet!
Planet Hollywood, the world's one and only dining experience inspired by the glamour of Hollywood, was launched in New York on 22nd October 1991. This innovative restaurant chain was launched with the backing of Hollywood megastars Sylvester Stallone, Bruce Willis, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Demi Moore and is now associated with such stars as Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, N-SYNC and Celebrity Chef Marco Pierre White.
Planet Hollywood London re-opened it's doors in April 2003, after a major refurbishment. An investment of £2 million has transformed the venue into "A whole new Planet". When you really want to roll out the red carpet for your guests, there is no better place than Planet Hollywood.
A 12-screen cinematic plasma wall and live DJ set interact to take dinners to the extravagant world of Hollywood. Now you can celebrate in style and see you name in lights and face on the big screen to capture those perfect moments. The venue benefits from a main restaurant and a variety of adjoining rooms all themed differently, allowing you to experience a range of genres from the world of movies.
