English-speaking expert Blue Badge guide
Superior coach with free Wi-Fi and USB charging on board
Afternoon tea at the Rubens at the Palace Hotel
Personal audio headset
Audio guide commentary in Spanish, German, Chinese, Japanese and Korean
Hotel pick up and drop off
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Champagne
Participants must be aged 3+ to participate in this activity
Children aged 17+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Seniors aged 60+ are eligible for senior tickets
Students with a valid ID are eligible for student tickets
Family ticket is eligible for 2 adults and 2 children aged 3-16
Children aged 3-16 will be served the children's afternoon tea menu
Please note that the Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace currently takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays (Subject to availability)
Please inform the local operator of any allergies or dietary requirements at least 48 hours in advance, including requests for vegetarian, vegan, halal or gluten-free afternoon teas
The Rubens Royal Afternoon Tea (Sample menu)
Savoury
Ploughman’s sausage roll
Pickled onion tomato chutney
Cucumber, apple and dill creme fraiche on norfolk crunch
Souchong smoked salmon, capers and chive sour cream on brioche bun
Roast chicken, sage and onion stuffing, gravy mayonnaise on charcoal bread
Roast beef sirloin, wild rocket and english mustard on beetroot bread
Scones
Plain
Fruit
Cheese
Served with homemade seasonal preserve, lemon curd and clotted cream
Sweet
The Crown
Alpaco dark chocolate mousse, grapefruit confit, and chocolate brownie
Berry violet tart
Strawberry marmalade, red berries and violet cremeux, vanilla yoghurt and basil sponge
Hazelnut pate a choux
Pear creamy, praline and coffee whipped ganache
Carrot cake torte
Orange and carrot whip, carrot sponge and apple jelly
Tea
Choose from a selection of black, green, white and herbal teas from P.M. David Silva & Sons
The menu is subject to change depending on the season and availability of ingredients
Embark on a journey through London's regal heritage with a guided morning tour of the city's most iconic royal landmarks. Marvel at the architectural splendor of Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the British monarch, and witness the time-honored tradition of the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Stroll along the historic Mall, lined with majestic trees and grand buildings, leading up to the palace. Conclude your royal adventure with an indulgent afternoon tea at the luxurious Rubens at the Palace Hotel, overlooking the Royal Mews. Savor a selection of finely crafted finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and homemade preserves, and an array of delicate pastries, all accompanied by a choice of premium teas or an optional glass of champagne