I loved seeing all the different sites and experiences. At the end of the tour, it became clear that London will be a city to visit time and time again. Excellent attention to all details which made the trip easy and enjoyable. This made my experience less than outstanding. We suggest arriving a day or two before your tour begins to allow ample time to get over jet lag and be well-rested for the first few days of your tour. Everyone was courteous and punctual, and we had the tour guide from heaven! We saw so many great historical places. This was to be an introductory experience of London, a city on my bucket list. The group was wonderful and it was a pleasure meeting everyone Our tour guide was knowledgeable and fun. The itinerary provided a comprehensive overview of London, its culture, history, and influence. "Windsor castle and the financial district". London is such a large, cosmopolitan city, with many cultures and languages evident. There is so much to see and do in London, this tour gave us a great head start on the sights and sounds of the city. I would do Rick Steves again. The hotel was within walking distance of the Underground and other sites of interest. The Paris tour exceeded our expectations and we are hoping we will see as much in London . Loved traveling on the trains & buses. treatment at Windsor Palace because I was limping and using a cane.". All of the beautiful buildings and architecture. Thanks for a great week, Roy! Jeanne was a fantastic tour guide- knowledgeable, entertaining, witty, friendly and a pleasure to be with. Very knowledgible and professional. "There were so many! The pace is brisk, but broken up with some afternoons and evenings to do as you wish. I loved the Tower of London. To navigate between pages, use the drop down menu on the top left of … Jeanie provided many excellent free time activity choices. "It's hard to single out one, but I remember a moment in the plaza outside Westminster Abbey, looking up at that magnificent facade and thinking, I'm really here; I did this! "The Beefeater tour at the Tower. crown jewels, castles, pubs, etc. "Windsor Castle was fantastic. Tom's tour of London was fabulous, exceeding all expectations! Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read Rick Steves London 2020. Evensong at St. Paul's Rick Steves London is a collection of "Travel with Rick Steves" radio interviews featuring travel tips and lessons from Rick and the expert teachers who guide Rick Steves' tours around London, and audio tours of many of London's most notable museums and historic sites. "My wow moment from the tour came from our walking in the City of London. :), "Oh My... We finished the Paris and Heart of France tour two days earlier. We were very impressed with how the tour was set up. The hotel accommodations were more than expected. "Obviously seeing the queen, but I was blown away by Windsor Castle. Hotel was in a perfect location to the underground, restaurants, and many of the major sites. a memorable experience that I will treasure forever.". I thoroughly enjoyed the fast pace of this tour. Tour Questions? "I was completely "wowed" by Windsor Castle, especially the Chapel. One of the best aspects of these tours is meeting and interacting with a small group of total strangers, and departing a week or so later as friends. The first two days were quite active, perhaps too active. One - public transportation was great. Read this book using Google Play Books app on your PC, android, iOS devices. Everything was well planned. Our guide was THE best guide I have had in more than 50 years of travel! This trip met my expectation and more! Tom was incredibly knowledgeable, droll and just the best. Physically, it was a little hard on me, but I survived and would do it again. Of the itinerary on the tour, I think visiting the Shakespeare Theatre was a pleasant surprise.". It was a phenomenal trip. Fantastic hotel location! ", Our 11th tour with Rick. "I think the most impressionable thing for me was that things seemed familiar after having read your book. "There were a lot of wow moments for our tour, but getting to walk through Westminster Abbey, St. Paul's Cathedral and St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle and gaze at the stunning architecture is something to never forget.". She gave us information in a very authentic manner, and we are sincerely greatful. "For me, it was a new "wow" every day, but overall, the visits to Windsor and the cathedrals were highlights of my trip.". And, the cherry on top, the sunny warm day! The tour was excellently planned. Getting to sit in the driver's seat for a photo was icing on the cake. The entire Windsor experience was outstanding!". I loved the London City tour. Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants in delightful London neighborhoods. This was the best tour I have ever taken. I had been to the Tower of London twice, but this time was special because we got there before the crowds for opening of the keys/gates.". Summer has its advantages, with long days and the best weather (though never guaranteed). The doubledecker bus tour, Globe Theater and East End tour were also great.". Plenty of structured time with so Much educational information about what was surrounding us. I loved Windsor Castle and the village shopping. Very organized. ", "One of my fellow tourists had left her hat at one of the tall skyscrapers. The trip was great! Overall, the London city tour was fantastic for a holiday getaway. It would be very difficult to fit everything into just two or three days. The interior and exterior of the castle is beautiful, including St. George's Chapel and the view of the English countryside. But, it was a nice place and centrally located for tube travel. Since 1973, Rick Steves has spent about four months a year exploring Europe.His mission: to empower Americans to have European trips that are fun, affordable, and culturally broadening. Website info under "What is included" said we would receive half our dinners, which would be 3 dinners. Tom was a terrific guide, enjoyed his witty and clever narratives. 17:00  Enjoy afternoon tea (at Fortnum & Mason, The Wolseley, Brown's Hotel, or the Orangery at Kensington Palace). "Loved the High Tea. I appreciated touring with the group with Gillian as our guide, as well as the local guides that took us to specific places. If, however, you're spending four days or more in London, the extra information in Rick Steves London can be worthwhile. I like how you can go to the head of a line at museums. This was the first time we've ever taken a tour. 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