Bateaux London River Cruises
Escape the city crowds, unwind and enjoy an indulgent meal while taking in London’s landmarks from the ancient river Thames!
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Pristine Sistine Early Entrance Small Group Vatican Tour
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Be among the first visitors of the day to step into the Sistine Chapel and skip the line to enter St. Peter’s Basilica.
What’s Included:
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums
- Skip the line ticket to St. Peter’s Basilica
- Skip the line ticket to St. Peter’s Basilica
- Headset
- Small groups of 15 people or fewer
What’s Not Included (if applicable):
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
Location/Starting Point (for tours only):
- Antico Caffè Candia, Via Candia, Rome, Metropolitan City Of Rome Capital, Italy (Start Location Notes: The meeting point is in the plaza outside of Antico Café Candia, Via Candia, 153, 00192 Roma RM, at the bottom of the stairs. End Location: Vatican Museum, Rome, Lazio, IT )
Cancellation Policy: Tickets are non-refundable and non-amendable within 72 hours of the selected booking date.
The Complete Vatican Tour With Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica
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Skip the line on a guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica for a unique understanding of the history and world-class art collection of the Vatican.
What’s Included:
- Guided tour of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica
- Local English-speaking guide
- Skip-the-line ticket for Vatican Museums
- Skip-the-line ticket for St. Peter’s Basilica
- Headset
What’s Not Included (if applicable):
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- Lunch
Location/Starting Point (for tours only):
- Antico Caffè Candia, Via Candia, 153, 00192 Roma, Metropolitan City Of Rome Capital, Lazio, Italy (Start Location: 153 Via Candia, Antico Caffè Candia, Roma, Lazio, 00192, IT. Meeting Point: Please meet at Antico Café Candia, Via Candia, 153, 00192 Roma RM. Your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. End Location: St. Peter’s Basilica, Rome, Lazio, IT)
Cancellation Policy: Tickets are non-refundable and non-amendable within 72 hours of the selected booking date.
14 Day SeaWorld, Aquatica & Busch Gardens Ticket 2024 (packaged only)
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14 Day SeaWorld, Aquatica & Busch Gardens Ticket 2024 (packaged only)
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14 Day SeaWorld, Aquatica & Busch Gardens Ticket 2024 (packaged only)
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- Take a 30-minute fun-filled ride on an airboat
- See a range of wildlife in its natural habitat, including alligators, turtles and birds
- Enjoy a thrilling and safe ride in the wilderness of the Central Florida Everglades
- 30 minute Airboat Ride in the Central Florida Everglades
- Life Jackets and Hearing Protection are included
Discover territory that remains unaltered in the wilderness of the Central Florida Everglades. Our captains take you into the breathtaking beauty of nature, including wetlands and wildlife. See alligators, turtles, birds and more in their natural
environment.
Boggy Bottom BBQ
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Enjoy 1 day’s admission to Gatorland, including the Gator Gully water park, amazing live gator displays and loads more family fun!
14 Day SeaWorld, Aquatica & Busch Gardens Ticket 2024 (packaged only)
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14 Day SeaWorld, Aquatica & Busch Gardens Ticket 2024 (packaged only)
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Enjoy 1 day’s admission to Gatorland, including the Gator Gully water park, amazing live gator displays and loads more family fun!
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Adult
- Take a 30-minute fun-filled ride on an airboat
- See a range of wildlife in its natural habitat, including alligators, turtles and birds
- Enjoy a thrilling and safe ride in the wilderness of the Central Florida Everglades
- 30 minute Airboat Ride in the Central Florida Everglades
- Life Jackets and Hearing Protection are included
Discover territory that remains unaltered in the wilderness of the Central Florida Everglades. Our captains take you into the breathtaking beauty of nature, including wetlands and wildlife. See alligators, turtles, birds and more in their natural
environment.
Boggy Bottom BBQ
14 Day SeaWorld, Aquatica & Busch Gardens Ticket 2024 (packaged only)
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14 Day SeaWorld, Aquatica & Busch Gardens Ticket 2024 (packaged only)
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14 Day SeaWorld, Aquatica & Busch Gardens Ticket 2024 (packaged only)
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The Complete Vatican Tour With Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica
Prices from
Adult
Skip the line on a guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica for a unique understanding of the history and world-class art collection of the Vatican.
What’s Included:
- Guided tour of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica
- Local English-speaking guide
- Skip-the-line ticket for Vatican Museums
- Skip-the-line ticket for St. Peter’s Basilica
- Headset
What’s Not Included (if applicable):
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
- Lunch
Location/Starting Point (for tours only):
- Antico Caffè Candia, Via Candia, 153, 00192 Roma, Metropolitan City Of Rome Capital, Lazio, Italy (Start Location: 153 Via Candia, Antico Caffè Candia, Roma, Lazio, 00192, IT. Meeting Point: Please meet at Antico Café Candia, Via Candia, 153, 00192 Roma RM. Your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. End Location: St. Peter’s Basilica, Rome, Lazio, IT)
Cancellation Policy: Tickets are non-refundable and non-amendable within 72 hours of the selected booking date.
Pristine Sistine Early Entrance Small Group Vatican Tour
Prices from
Adult
Be among the first visitors of the day to step into the Sistine Chapel and skip the line to enter St. Peter’s Basilica.
What’s Included:
- Local English-speaking guide
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums
- Skip the line ticket to St. Peter’s Basilica
- Skip the line ticket to St. Peter’s Basilica
- Headset
- Small groups of 15 people or fewer
What’s Not Included (if applicable):
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
Location/Starting Point (for tours only):
- Antico Caffè Candia, Via Candia, Rome, Metropolitan City Of Rome Capital, Italy (Start Location Notes: The meeting point is in the plaza outside of Antico Café Candia, Via Candia, 153, 00192 Roma RM, at the bottom of the stairs. End Location: Vatican Museum, Rome, Lazio, IT )
Cancellation Policy: Tickets are non-refundable and non-amendable within 72 hours of the selected booking date.
Bateaux London River Cruises
Escape the city crowds, unwind and enjoy an indulgent meal while taking in London’s landmarks from the ancient river Thames on an unforgettable Bateaux London River Cruise!
Bateaux London River Cruises are renowned for their ability to whisk you away from the chaos of the city and into another, more elegant world.
You’ll have the opportunity to see some of the most famous landmarks in London from a whole new perspective on one of the most ancient and historical rivers in Britain.
Just a few of the famous London sights you’ll see during your cruise include the Tower of London, Shakespeare’s Globe, London Eye, Tate Modern and Tower Bridge.
Whether your preference is for a lunchtime escape, delightful, romantic dinner, classic afternoon tea or indulgent Sunday lunch accompanied by live jazz music, there’s a Cruise that’ll suit you perfectly.
See below for the different cruises you can choose from:
Bateaux London Classic Dinner Cruise:
This romantic cruise is perfect for celebrating a special occasion and seeing London’s landmarks lit up under the night sky.
The 2 hour 45 minute evening cruise includes a welcome drink, 4-course a la carte dinner freshly prepared by the on-board chef and Fairtrade tea or coffee.
Don’t forget your dancing shoes…excellent musical entertainment is provided by the resident band!
Bateaux London Classic Lunch Cruise:
Slip away from the crowds and treat yourself, family and friends to a superb three-course lunch and narrated sightseeing cruise along Old Father Thames!
This 90-minute cruise includes 3-course lunch prepared by the on-board chef and a Fairtrade coffee or tea
Find out more fascinating facts about the city with an after-lunch commentary highlighting London’s most popular attractions.
Bateaux London Classic Afternoon Tea:
Afternoon tea is a British institution and where better to enjoy this traditional treat than seeing the landmarks of London pass by on an cruise along the River Thames.
During the 90-minute cruise, indulge in a selection of freshly made sandwiches, cakes, pastries and speciality teas.
Musical entertainment is provided by a solo pianist.
Bateaux London Classic Sunday Lunch Jazz Cruise:
Indulge in a 3-course Sunday lunch accompanied by a live jazz band playing all your favourite classics while floating past London’s fabulous sights!
This 2 hour 30 minute cruise on the river Thames includes a 3-course lunch freshly prepared by the on-board chef, followed by Fairtrade tea or coffee.
The live entertainment is provided by top-class jazz musicians.
Menus
Afternoon Tea Menu
- Sandwiches – Smoked salmon and cream cheese, Egg and cress (V), Cucumber and minted yoghurt (V), Roast beef and rocket
- Afternoon Tea Cakes – Mini donuts, Chocolate fudge brownie, Macarons, Lemon tart
- Scones – Traditional and golden raisin, Cornish clotted cream, strawberry preserve
- Afternoon Tea Blend – Selection of teas or Fairtrade coffee
Lunch Menu
- Smoked Mackerel Rillettes Horseradish mousse, textures of beetroot, radish
- English Lamb Rump (N) Aged Parmesan risotto, wild mushrooms, watercress puree and pan jus OR Pumpkin Tortellini (N) (v) Sage butter, pine nuts, parmesan crackling (must be pre-booked)
- Pistachio and Apricot Torte (v) Apricot coulis, crème anglaise, mint poache
- Fairtrade Coffee, Teas and Infusions Petit fours
Children’s Lunch Menu
- Chicken, Cheddar and Leek Crumble Garden vegetables, sweet potato fries
- Chocolate Brownie “Pizza” (N) Vanilla ice cream
Sunday Lunch Menu
- Smoked Mackerel Apple, celeriac, horseradish slaw
- Slow-cooked Pork Belly Bramley apple compote, crackling, served with all the trimmings
- Lemon Meringue Lemon curd, blueberries, Cornish clotted cream
- Fairtrade Coffee, Teas and Infusions Petit fours
Children’s Sunday Lunch Menu
- Slow roasted tomato (N) (v) Bisque with pesto swirl, focaccia
- Slow cooked pork belly Bramley apple compote, crackling and all the trimmings
- Chocolate Brownie “pizza” Vanilla ice cream
Dinner Menu
- Artisan Bread from Peyton and Byrne | Farmhouse butter
- Smoked Mackerel Rillettes Horseradish mousse, textures of beetroot and radish OR Baby Vegetables (v) Pickled and salt baked, fromage blanc, wild flower honey, new season leaves (must be pre-booked)
- English Lamb Rump Aged Parmesan risotto, wild mushrooms, watercress puree and pan jus OR Pumpkin Tortellini (N) (v) Sage butter, pine nuts, parmesan crackling (must be pre-booked)
- Pistachio and Apricot Torte (v) Apricot coulis, crème anglaise, mint poached apricots
- Fairtrade Coffee, Teas or Infusions (v) Petit fours
Please Note: Dietary requirements must be provided in advance of date of cruise. Bateaux London reserves the right to change menus and beverage prices as required without prior notice. Bateaux London does not certify that products are free from nuts or traces of nuts. Vegan and gluten free options available.
Getting There
All Bateaux London River Cruises depart and return from Embankment Pier, London.
Please note transport to and from the departure point is not included.
Duration
Classic Afternoon Tea
- This cruise is 1 hour 15 mins
Classic Lunch Cruise
- This cruise is 1 hour 30 mins
Classic Sunday Lunch Jazz Cruise
- This cruise is 2 hours 30 mins
Classic Dinner Cruise
- This cruise is 2 hours 45 min
Sail Times
Classic Afternoon Tea
- Boarding at 3.15pm
- Departure at 3.30pm
- Return at approx. 4.45pm
Classic Lunch Cruise
- Boarding at 11.30am
- Departure at 12.00pm
- Return at approx. 1.30pm
Classic Sunday Lunch Jazz Cruise
- Boarding at 11.30am
- Departure at 12.00pm
- Return at approx. 2.30pm
Classic Dinner Cruise
- Boarding at 7.00pm
- Departure at 7.45pm
- Return at approx. 10.30pm
Dress Code
Classic Afternoon Tea
- Smart/casual – no shorts or sports footwear.
Classic Lunch Cruise
- Smart/casual – no shorts or sports footwear.
Classic Sunday Lunch Jazz Cruise
- Smart/casual – no shorts or sports footwear.
Classic Dinner Cruise
- Smart to formal – no shorts, jeans, trainers or leisurewear.
Age Restrictions
Classic Afternoon Tea
- Children must be 3-years-old or over.
Classic Lunch Cruise
- Children must be 3-years-old or over
Classic Sunday Lunch Jazz Cruise
- Children must be 3-years-old or over
Classic Dinner Cruise
- Suitable for guests of 12-years-old or over only.
Accessibility
- Most of vessels have been designed or adapted for passengers in wheelchairs (if you intend to travel with a wheelchair, you may have to wait for a vessel with wheelchair accessibility).
- Electric wheelchairs are not allowed.
- Dogs and guide dogs are welcome on onto all boats
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