Greenwich, River Cruise & London - 1 day

• Clocks worldwide are synchronised to GMT with the Royal Observatory at Greenwich
• London sights next to the River Thames
• Most other major sights in central London

London is the political, financial and cultural capital of the UK. This tour introduces you to one of the world's great cities- feel the vibrant buzz of the city centre but also sample the peaceful and historic backwater of Greenwich. All this connected by a trip by ferry along the River Thames past some of London's most famous landmarks, the most relaxing and most enjoyable way to travel to the city centre.

Plan for the day
This trip begins with your guide in Greenwich at the Royal Observatory. Hear about Britain's maritime past, the colonies and the significance of Greenwich Mean Time. Then on to Greenwich Market for handicraft or souvenir shopping. Sadly, the Cutty Sark (photo above) in dry dock at Greenwich Pier, was badly burned by fire and is off limits. From Greenwich, we take the ferry to central London past some of the city's major sights including Docklands, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. On arrival at the London Eye, there will be a short guided walk through Westminster to Trafalgar Square. Free time in the afternoon. Collection for the return journey to Cambridge will be made from central London.