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Royal London with Afternoon Tea at the Rubens

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    3-4 hours

  • Start time

    9 am

  • Meeting Point
    Make your way to Victoria Coach Station, Buckingham Palace Road, London, UK
  • Ending Point

    Ruben's Palace

Key Highlights

  • Enjoy a panoramic drive through London on a guided sightseeing coach tour
  • See iconic landmarks like the Westminster Abbey, and the 'Big Ben'
  • Watch the Changing of the Guard Ceremony at the Buckingham Palace
  • Enjoy afternoon tea at Rubens at the Palace Hotel, a 5-star venue close to Buckingham Palace
  • Enjoy informative live commentary by your knowledgeable guide
  • Both printed and smartphone vouchers accepted!

Overview

Immerse yourself in the rich and royal history of London on a professionally guided tour and enjoy a scenic panoramic drive through the streets of London. Enjoy a drive past London's most iconic sights, including Westminster Abbey, the iconic Elizabeth Tower, also known as 'Big Ben', and much, much more! Learn interesting facts and trivia en route as your knowledgeable guide regales you with entertaining commentary.

Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea at the Rubens at the Palace Hotel, a luxurious, 5-star venue in proximity to the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace. Spend time in the lavish Palace Lounge, a bright, open space opposite The Royal Mews, and observe the comings and goings of the royal carriages as you bite into a variety of sumptuous sandwiches, delectable, fresh-made pastries and traditional scones with clotted cream and fruit preserves.

THE RUBENS ROYAL AFTERNOON TEA (menu is subject to change):

Sandwiches

  • Smoked Scottish Salmon & Horseradish Cream Cheese
  • Coronation Chicken & Toasted Almonds
  • Ham, Cheese & Tomato Chutney
  • Egg & Watercress
  • Cucumber & Cream Cheese

Scones

  • Traditional Plain
  • Honey & White Chocolate
  • Served with homemade seasonal fruit preserve & clotted cream

Pastries

  • THE CROWN - Cinnamon chocolate mousse, brownie biscuit, coconut marshmallow
  • FRUIT FROM THE QUEEN’S ORCHARD - Seasonal glazed fruit-shaped mousse with compote
  • ROYAL MACARON - Caramelised apples, coffee whipped ganache
  • SEASONAL RUBENS ÉCLAIR - A choice of a seasonal éclair by the pastry chef
  • BREAD & BUTTER - Sourdough bread pudding cream, rose and raspberry, lemon sponge tart


A choice of fine teas from P.M. DAVID SILVA & SONS

Choose from a selection of black, green, white and herbal teas.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Panoramic tour of LondonGuide on boardAfternoon tea at The Rubens at the Palace hotel Wifi on board

Exclusions

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-offGratuities

Please note

Voucher information: You can show your voucher on your smartphone (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)

Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace currently takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays (subject to availability).

If there is no Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace we see the Changing of the Guard at the Horse Guards Parade instead.

Afternoon Tea at the Rubens at the Palace is an independent visit and takes place straight after the Royal London Tour.

Allergies/Dietary Restrictions: Please inform us of any dietary requirements at least 48 hours in advance, including requests for vegetarian, vegan, halal, or gluten-free afternoon

teas.

Children 3-16 years will be served the Children's Afternoon Tea menu.
Guests are encouraged to wear a face covering when traveling on board our vehicles. Spare disposable masks are available at check-in.

Customer Reviews

  • Mary Cupples

    The afternoon tea at Rubens was just amazing , as was the tour of Buckingham palace , it's a lovely experience

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