The Royal Navy, Guards
and London's Castle
Take a flight on the world famous British Airways London Eye, the world's tallest observation wheel, and your guide will bring London's changing skyline to life. Experience the guard change at Buckingham Palace and see Her Majesty the Queen's elite foot soldiers and household cavalry on parade. Your guide will make sure you and your family have the very best view of the ceremony.Tour HMS Belfast, one of the Royal navy's largest cruisers, now a floating museum. This 11000 ton ship saw much action (1939 - 1963) and played a part in sinking the famous battle cruiser Scharnhorst during World War II (1939-45). British intelligence intercepted and deciphered German signals, within hours British cruisers (including HMS Belfast) set sail and, after hours of hounding and bombardment's the Scharnhorst finally sank. The crew of HMS Belfast saved as many German sailors as they possibly could. Hear more dramatic tales, see where sailors slept, and get close up to the Belfast's formidable guns.
Tour the Tower of London, London's castle, see the English crown jewels, King Henry VIII's armour and prisoner's quarters. Your expert guide will involve the children and parents and encourage questions, and bring this mysterious building to life. History can be fun! You will also see London's famous sights enroute.