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Afternoon Tea Bus with Panoramic Tour of London

Enjoy a unique trip around London combined with a sumptuous afternoon tea on a luxury bus

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Highlights

  • Enjoy two of the most popular things to do on any visit to London: see the sights and enjoy Afternoon Tea.
  • Travel through the heart of the city on an exclusively designed bus while sipping a glass of prosecco, gliding past the King’s London residence Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, the River Thames and the Tower of London. 
  • Sit back and relax with this unique experience whilst you are served indulgent treats as you take in this great British tradition.

What's included

  • Afternoon tea experience
  • Glass of Prosecco or soft drink
  • Tour of London landmarks
  • Souvenir mug  
  • Additional food and drinks 
  • A live guide (although the staff onboard will highlight points of interest and famous landmarks)

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Prepare for the experience

Children information

  • Children below 5 years old are not allowed on this tour.
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult aged 18 years old or over. 

Accessibility information

  • Wheelchair users can sit on the lower deck but will need to occupy one of the fixed-position seats.
  • Please do contact us for further accessibility information.

Additional information

  • The route is subject to change due to road closures and traffic conditions.
  • Check out the Afternoon Tea Bus seating plan before you travel.
  • Vegan and gluten-free meals must be requested at least 72 hours in advance of your travel date. After this time, a Standard meal will be served. 

The Afternoon Tea Bus with Panoramic Tour of London’s live dates and times availability can be seen upon booking.

  • Duration: 90 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time.

The tour’s regular operating times are the following:

  • Daily: 12:30 pm, 3:30 pm.

Afternoon Tea Menu

Please note this is a sample menu and it is subject to change. If any item becomes unavailable a suitable alternative will be offered.

Savoury Treats

  • Finger Sandwiches:
    • Cream cheese and cucumber in Beetroot bread.
    • Smoked salmon and caper burnt lemon butter in wholemeal bread.
    • Egg and cress in white sourdough
    • Caesar salad wrap – ½ wrap.
  • Vegetarian alternative:
    • Cream cheese and cucumber in Beetroot bread.
    • Red Leicester and spring onions in wholemeal bread.
    • Avocado salad with sundried tomato
    • Roasted Mediterranean vegetables and houmous (peppers and courgette) – ½ wrap.
  • Vegan alternative:
    • Vegan cream cheese and cucumber in Beetroot bread
    • Vegan Cheese, Avocado and tomato Chutney
    • Avocado salad with sundried tomato
    • Roasted Mediterranean vegetables and houmous (peppers and courgette) – ½ wrap.
  • Gluten free alternative:
    • Smoked Salmon
    • Gruyere cheese and carrots
    • Cream cheese and cucumber
    • Avocado salad with sundried tomato

Cakes & Sweet Treats*:

  • Two Sweet Canape
  • One Mini Cake
  • Homemade Shortbread
  • Scone with Homemade Strawberry Jam and Clotted Cream. *(Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free alternatives available) 

Drinks

  • One Glass of Prosecco or Orange Juice
  • Selections of Teas and Coffee

Departure point

  • Start location: near Golden Tours Visitor Centre, Bus Stop 1 Bulleid Way, 123-151 Buckingham Palace Rd, Victoria, London, England, SW1W 9SH.
  • Nearest train, coach and underground stations: Victoria. 

Supplier information

This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and provided by Golden Tours.

Once you have completed your booking, you will receive an instant order confirmation via email from VisitBritain and a second email with the e-ticket including a QR code. The e-ticket must be shown when attending the tour. It can be printed out or shown on your mobile phone.