London Pre-Voyage Extension

Your London extension starts with a guided tour of the city’s most iconic sites, from St Paul’s Cathedral and Big Ben to the Houses of Parliament and the Churchill War Rooms. Tour the magnificent Windsor Castle—official residence of the late Queen Elizabeth II—and marvel at its Royal Collection, which includes masterpieces by Rembrandt and Rubens. Top off your time in the city with a special curated experience: a private, after-hours tour of the Household Cavalry Museum, home to the most elite regiment in the British Army, and Horse Guards Gin & Tonic tasting—crafted with the regiment’s very own gin.

Day 1 - London, England

Welcome to London! After your plane touches down, transfer to the historic and conveniently located Royal Horseguards Hotel (or similar). This evening, meet your tour guide and fellow guests for a welcome cocktail and dinner at your hotel. (D)

Day 2 - London

Step back in time at the historic Tower of London, where we’ll see the famous Yeoman Warders—nicknamed the Beefeaters—who have protected the tower since the Tudor era. Gaze at the Crown Jewels, including the dazzling Cullinan Diamond, the largest diamond ever unearthed. After lunch at a local pub, head to Westminster Abbey to see treasures like the coronation chair, royal chapels with shrines that date back to Saxon times, and the Pyx chambers, where columns of the original 11th-century building still stand. Later, return to your hotel for an evening at leisure. Dinner is on your own tonight. (B,L)

Day 3 - Windsor / London

Today, venture outside the city to the magnificent Windsor Castle, the largest working and occupied castle in the world. Explore the State Apartments, furnished with some of the finest works from the Royal Collection, including fine tapestries, sculpture, armor, and paintings by Rembrandt and Rubens. We’ll also see St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of ten sovereigns, including Henry VIII, Charles I, and Elizabeth II. This evening, a royal treat: the home of the Household Cavalry is closing its doors to the public for your private, behind-the-scenes tour of its fascinating Regimental Museum and the stables of the Royal Guard, followed by a tasting of the regiment’s house-made gin. Cap off your evening with a traditional English dinner at a nearby restaurant. (B,D)

Day 4 - London / Embark

After checking out of the Royal Horseguards’ Hotel, set out on a panoramic tour of the iconic sights of this capital city, including St Paul’s Cathedral, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, and Big Ben. Later, you’ll visit the Churchill War Rooms, the secret bunker underneath Westminster where Winston Churchill and his War Cabinet led Britain and her allies to victory during World War II. Explore the adjoining museum, filled with personal artifacts from the great man’s life and career. Enjoy lunch at a local pub before embarking the ship. (B,L)

Costs & What's Included

Occupancy

Double Occupancy

Single Occupancy

Cost Includes:

Accommodations as shown in the itinerary, or similar; meals as shown in the itinerary; local guides on all excursions; tips to local guides, to porters, and to waiters for included meals.