Illuminations of London on Christmas Eve Tour
Kickstart your festive celebrations with an unforgettable journey through the enchanting beauty of the city with a tour that will leave you spellbound
eligible with a VisitBritain Gift Card
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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 48 hours before your tour to receive a full refund.
Travel in style
Relax and enjoy the tour in our luxury coach.
Highlights
- Witness the dazzling London’s world-famous Christmas lights as they adorn the iconic landmarks, from the vibrant Oxford Street to the majestic glow of the Tower Bridge.
- Soak in the festive atmosphere and feel the holiday spirit come alive with Carol singers, bustling markets and the aroma of roasted chestnuts creating a magical ambiance.
- Take in expert-guided live commentary with captivating tales and history as you cruise past London’s historical sites and holiday displays.
- Gain insights into the traditions and stories that make Christmas in London truly unique and enjoy complimentary hot cocoa or mulled wine and traditional mince pies on board.
What's included
- Panoramic tour of London
- Professional guide
- Luxury coach
- Christmas gift
- Gratuities (optional)
- Additional refreshments
- Hotel drop-off
Unlock this experience with a VisitBritain Gift Card
Prepare for the experience
- We recommend customers to arrive at least 30 minutes before the tour’s scheduled departure time (see Operating times section) to ensure a smooth boarding process.
- Customers are required to bring a valid mobile or printed ticket to be granted access to this tour.
Children information
- Children under 17 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- Children under three years old travel free of charge.
Accessibility information
- Golden Tours sightseeing buses are able to store foldable wheelchairs and mobility scooters, however, boarding on the coach will involve some stairs and being able to transfer to a fixed seat.
- For safety reasons, Golden Tours coach staff cannot help customers with mobility issues boarding the coach.
- Due to the fast-paced nature of some of the tours, we recommend contacting our team before booking should you require further accessibility information.
Additional information
- A sample of a Christmas gift may include, for instance, a scented candle, chocolates, soap, a pencil with colouring, sweets, and a brochure. Subject to change each year.
- Also, during peak periods additional vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used.
The tour availability can be seen before booking.
- Duration: 2 hrs 30 min (approx.)
- Recommended arrival times: allow at least 15-30 minutes before departure time for the smoothest start of the experience.
The tour would take place only on:
- 24 December:
- Check-in time: 6:15 pm and 5:45 pm (depends on pick-up location)
- Holiday Inn London - Kensington Forum - 5:45 pm (check-in time: 5:30 pm)
- Park Plaza County Hall - 6:15 (check-in time: 6:00 pm)
- London Victoria - Golden Tours Visitor Centre - 6:00 pm (check-in time: 5:45 pm)
- Departure time: 6:00 pm
- Return time: 8:30 pm
- Check-in time: 6:15 pm and 5:45 pm (depends on pick-up location)
Departure point
- Start and end location: Golden Tours Visitor Centre, Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SR, England, United Kingdom.
- Nearest station: Victoria
- Pick-up locations:
- Holiday Inn London - Kensington Forum: 5:45 pm
- 97 Cromwell Road, London SW7 4DN
- Nearest Underground: Gloucester Road
- Park Plaza County Hall: 6:15 pm
- 1 Addington Street, London SE1 7RY
- Nearest Underground: Waterloo
- London Victoria: 6:30 pm
- Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SR
- Nearest Underground: Victoria
- Holiday Inn London - Kensington Forum: 5:45 pm
Supplier information
This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and provided by Golden Tours.
