CRUISING ON THE ROYAL RIVER THAMES

LONDON LUNCH CRUISE & Kensington Palace with Afternoon Tea

Discover the Thames Valley on this delightful tour which includes three superb cruises on the mighty Royal River Thames, one of the longest rivers in the UK. Starting in the Cotswolds the Thames travels over 200 miles through some of England’s most picturesque towns and villages right into the centre of London and into the North Sea.

Your Holiday Itinerary

Sunday We journey south to Henley-onThames and an afternoon circular cruise along the Royal Regatta Reaches between Marsh and Hambleden Locks. Reading. From here it is a short drive to our hotel for our 2-night stay.

Your Great Break Includes

✓ One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden

✓ Club Class Extra Legroom Coach

✓ Our Own Courier Service

✓ 2 nights half board

✓ 3 Distinctly Different River Cruises Not included: All lunches.

With good food and great views, a Thames Lunch Cruise is both relaxing and rather stimulating. While you tuck in to a delicious 2-course lunch, you’ll enjoy a relaxed mini voyage through the heart of London. Our 2-day Great Break also includes a visit to Kensington Palace, the official London residence of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge with Afternoon Tea included.

Your Holiday Itinerary

Your Great Break Includes

✓ One Boarding Point here at Henley-in-Arden

✓ Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ Seating & Legroom

✓ Our Own Courier Service

✓ 1 night bed & breakfast

✓ Kensington Palace with Afternoon Tea

✓ 2-course Lunch Thames Cruise

Not included: Dinner on Sunday evening.

Monday Today we drive to Kew Pier and commence our cruise which will take us to central London, sailing past famous landmarks and terminating beside the Houses of Parliament. Free time for individual sightseeing before we head back to our hotel for dinner.

Tuesday This morning we visit nearby Maidenhead where we commence a cruise to Royal Windsor. Sit back and relax as you pass by homes of the stars and enjoy spectacular views of Windsor Castle and Eton College. On arrival there will be some free time to explore, perhaps visit the castle before commencing our journey home.

The Delta Marriott Heathrow/Slough Windsor is a brilliant base. For this tour. All bedrooms are air-conditioned with private facilities, TV, telephone, hairdryer, iron and hospitality tray. There is a 24-hour reception, restaurant, coffee lounge and cocktail bar. Leisure centre featuring an indoor pool and gymnasium. Passenger lifts serve all floors.

Sunday There is something quite special about Kensington Palace. Queen Victoria was born and spent her childhood here and in recent years it has been home to many Royals including Princess Margaret, the Princess of Wales and currently the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Explore the State Rooms, view the special exhibitions and take a stroll around the famous sunken gardens. Also included is a relaxing afternoon tea in Kensington Palace’s impressive orangery. Later we check in to the Holiday Inn Hotel, High Street Kensington for our overnight stay.

Monday For your further enjoyment today we include a scenic 1¾ hour scenic Thames pleasure cruise with City Cruises where a 2-course meal with commentary is included as we experience the spectacular sights and sounds of central London without leaving the comfort your seat. We return home late afternoon.

The 4-star Holiday Inn Kensington is situated just moments from Kensington High Street. All bedrooms are en-suite and are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, TV, direct dial telephone and free Wi-Fi. The hotel also has a restaurant, bar, swimming pool and gym. There is a lift to all floors.

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Date & Price

Sun 3 – Mon 4 March 2024

Enjoy the wonderful experience of staying at this 5-star iconic hotel – Situated on the verdant, tree-lined thoroughfare of Aldwych, The Waldorf Hilton hotel enjoys a fabulous Covent Garden location in the heart of London’s theatre district.

Holiday Itinerary

Sunday Depart from your home area in the morning travelling to London. There is time to relax and enjoy the delicious Afternoon Tea served in the Homage Grand Salon before checking in late afternoon. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore at leisure and enjoy a meal – the choice is endless.

Monday After our leisurely full English breakfast we enjoy free time with ‘London’ on your doorstep – Covent Garden, The Strand, Westminster, the Thames and Oxford Street are just a stone’s throw away. We leave London at 4.00pm and return to the Midlands.