What are the most common starting locations for tours within London?

London tours primarily depart from three key points: Victoria Coach Station in central London near Buckingham Palace Tower Hill hotels and London Euston Station for northern rail journeys. Several hotels serve as pickup points including the Tower Suites and DoubleTree Tower of London. A TourRadar traveler shared: "hotel in London were exceptionally helpful - meeting us right at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel lobby."

What are the must-see attractions included in the first two days of tours starting in London?

The initial 48 hours focus on London's essential landmarks. Visitors can expect to see Buckingham Palace Tower of London Westminster Abbey and St. Paul's Cathedral. Many tours include a Thames River boat ride and time at Borough Market or Covent Garden. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "Starting with the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and a Thames cruise gave us the perfect introduction to London on our first days."

What type of accommodation is typically provided on tours starting in London?

London-based tours generally book guests into centrally located 3-4 star properties such as the Thistle London Marble Arch The Strand Palace Hotel or Royal Lancaster Hotel. Outside the capital accommodations range from the modern Hampton by Hilton in Bath to traditional countryside B&Bs. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The Tower Hotel in London offered amazing views of Tower Bridge and was perfectly located for exploring the city."

What's the best time of year to take a tour starting from London?

The prime touring season spans May through September with summer months drawing the largest crowds. Spring and fall offer mild temperatures and fewer tourists making April-May and September-October particularly appealing. Booking data shows September as the most popular departure month. One traveler shared: "We went in May and had perfect weather for exploring both London's attractions and the countryside sites like Stonehenge."

What meal arrangements are typically included in tours starting from London?

Tour packages usually cover hotel breakfasts with select itineraries featuring British culinary experiences like afternoon tea pub meals or food walking tours. The Spotlight on London tour provides 5 breakfasts 1 lunch and 2 dinners. According to a TourRadar review: "The included meals were excellent especially the traditional pub dinner and afternoon tea experiences."

What's the typical length of tours starting in London, England?

London-based tours range from quick 3-day excursions to comprehensive 10-day explorations. The Isle of Wight Discovery tour offers a 3-day Portsmouth and Isle of Wight experience while longer journeys like Shades of the English Countryside spend 10 days exploring Cornwall and the Cotswolds. Common accommodation options include the Queens Court Hotel and Tower Suites. A TourRadar participant noted about their 5-day experience: "Our bus tour to Devon and Cornwall was terrific allowing us to see many highlights while based out of London."

How much free time is typically included in London-based tours?

Tour schedules blend structured sightseeing with independent exploration allocating 2-3 free afternoons for personal interests such as shopping museum visits or optional activities. A TourRadar traveler commented: "We had plenty of free time to explore London at our own pace especially around Covent Garden and Oxford Street while still having the structure of guided tours to major sites."

England Tours from London

Find your perfect adventure! We have 128 tours of England that start in London, England. The most popular month is May, and tour lengths range between 2 and 15 days.

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Best of Devon and Cornwall (London Overnights)
4.6 (14 traveler reviews)
"The counties were beautiful as we suspected. Louise's stories were very entertaining."
Thomas, traveled in May
Duration
8 days
Destinations
London, Windsor, Stonehenge, Salisbury, St Ives, Buckfast,Dartmoor National Park,Plymouth,Buckfastleigh,Tintagel,Bideford,Lynmouth,Exmoor National Park,Bath,Jersey,Trowbridge+10 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
South West England
Operated in
English
Operator
Trafalgar
12% Off
From $2,350
US$2,068per person
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Stonehenge, Devon & Cornwall (Hotel) - 5 days
5.0 (3 traveler reviews)
"Hotels gave good service and food was available at each stop."
Glenys, traveled in April
Duration
5 days
Destinations
London, Winchester, Stonehenge, Exeter,Dartmoor National Park,Tavistock,Boscastle,Tintagel,Port Isaac,Falmouth,St Ives,Glastonbury+8 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
South West England
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
20% Off
From $1,910
US$1,528per person
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6 Day London And Liverpool By Train
Duration
6 days
Destinations
London, Liverpool
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
STM Tours LLC
35% Off
From $1,214
US$789per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Kent: The Garden of England
Duration
7 days
Destinations
London, Sissinghurst, Canterbury, Kent, Maidstone,Faversham,Whitstable,Tenterden,Rye,Dover,Hever+6 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
South East England
Operated in
English
Operator
Blue-Roads Touring
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US$2,789per person
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Oxford, Cotswolds, Bath, Avebury, Cliffs of Dover & Kent - 5-Day (Small-Group)
Duration
5 days
Destinations
London, Oxford, Bath, Avebury, Lacock, Kent
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Click Tours
36% Off
From $2,060
US$1,318per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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5 Day London with Harry Potter
Duration
5 days
Destinations
London
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
STM Tours LLC
35% Off
From $1,384
US$900per person
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England Small-Group Tour: Cotswolds, Oxford, Lacock Village & Bath – 5 Days
Duration
5 days
Destinations
London, Oxford, Cotswolds, Bath, Avebury, Lacock
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Click Tours
36% Off
From $1,730
US$1,107per person
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Oxford, Cotswolds, Bath, Avebury & Cambridge - 5-Day (Small-Group)
Duration
5 days
Destinations
London, Oxford, Cotswolds, Bath, Avebury, Lacock, Cambridge
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Click Tours
36% Off
From $1,900
US$1,216per person
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Spotlight on London (2025)
4.5 (33 traveler reviews)
Duration
7 days
Destinations
London, Greenwich
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Collette
9% Off
From $2,799
US$2,549per person
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Chelsea Flower Show (Westbound) 2026
3.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
8 days
Destinations
London, Waddesdon, Windsor, RHS Garden Wisley, Hever,Royal Tunbridge Wells,Sissinghurst,Great Dixter House and Gardens,Ightham Mote+4 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
South East England
Operated in
English
Operator
Blue-Roads Touring
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US$3,859per person
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5-Day Devon & Cornwall Small Group from London
4.7 (144 traveler reviews)
"Well organised tour and happy with driver/ guide."
Jill, traveled in August
Duration
5 days
Destinations
London, Winchester, Stonehenge, Exeter,Dartmoor National Park,Tavistock,Boscastle,Tintagel,Port Isaac,Falmouth,Saint Michael's Mount,Porthcurno,St Ives,Bodmin,Glastonbury+11 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
CornwallSouth West England+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Rabbie's Tours
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US$1,181per person
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Devon & Cornwall
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"Excellent guide and itinerary."
Heather, traveled in September
Duration
8 days
Destinations
London, Salisbury, Exeter, Dartmoor National Park,Tavistock,Bodmin,Falmouth,Padstow,Port Isaac,Tintagel,Bideford,Exmoor National Park,New Forest National Park+9 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
South West England
Operated in
English
Operator
Royal Irish Tours
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US$2,836per person
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5 Day London, Oxford, Stratford And Warwick
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"The tour was so well organised. The day trip to Warwick Castle, Stratford upon Avon and Oxford was a highlight."
Annette, traveled in December
Duration
5 days
Destinations
London, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
STM Tours LLC
35% Off
From $1,511
US$982per person
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Stonehenge, Devon & Cornwall - 5 days
4.8 (8 traveler reviews)
"The countryside was beautiful and the weather perfect."
mike, traveled in May
Duration
5 days
Destinations
London, Winchester, Stonehenge, Exeter,Dartmoor National Park,Tavistock,Boscastle,Tintagel,Port Isaac,Falmouth,Porthcurno,St Ives,Glastonbury+9 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
CornwallSouth West England+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
On The Go Tours
20% Off
From $1,690
US$1,352per person
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The Isle of Wight, Stonehenge, Cornwall & the Southern Coast - 7 Days - Small Group
Duration
7 days
Destinations
London, Portsmouth, Isle of Wight, Shanklin, Winchester,Stonehenge,Dartmoor National Park,Tintagel,Exeter,Boscastle,Falmouth,Glastonbury+7 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
South West England
Operated in
English
Operator
Click Tours
36% Off
From $3,690
US$2,362per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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