Kensington Palace VIP Garden Tour with Royal High Tea
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About this experience
As a VIP, you will receive the option between a glass of English Sparkling Wine or Pimm's cocktail & priority seating.
Experience the original Royal English Tea with traditional sandwiches, cakes & scones in the 18th Century Tea Room.
First, we stroll around Kensington Gardens & learn of its long history. We will see the beautiful gardens Albert created for Queen Victoria & take in the spectacular views as we approach the Palace where Prince Harry and William grew up.
We will then experience the full splendour of High Tea at the Orangery, & give you personal insights into our royal family and the fascinating history of our national drink & the ceremony of afternoon tea.
. All Food and Beverage Service includes Service Charge.
. The tour itself does not include any gratuities and are entirely at your discretion
. Exceptionally, the Palace Tea Room can be closed at short notice. In these rare cases we arrange for High Tea in a prestigious alternative venue.
Available options
Full Tour without Palace Entry
Sparkling Wine included
Full Tour & Palace Ticket
Access the Palace after Tea: Full tour, afternoon tea with Pimms or sparkling Wine. Palace Entry is at 12noon for 10am & 2pm for noon tours.
What's included
Added Luxury Drink
Extensive tour of the Park, Spectacular Views & History
Sandwiches, Cakes and Scones
Fun Knowledgeable Guide
Tea at the Orangery of Kensington Palace
Detailed itinerary
1
Stop 1
Pass by
Meet up point
2
Walk through Hyde Park/ Kensington Gardens and see the amazing landscaping and special features created by Prince Albert for Queen Victoria and taken in the views are we approach the Palace through treelined avenues
3
See the Bronze Statue that commemorates the creation of the boy who never grew up.
4
A magnificent Bronze in the centre of the park
5
Stop 5
See the Statue unveiled by her sons in 2021. She overlooks the enchanting Sunken Garden
6
Stop 6
We walk through the gardens created by Queen Caroline
7
Stop 7
Visit Kensington Palace Gardens and enjoy the selection of teas, cakes, and scones in the grounds of the Palace
What's not included
Private Transport
Entry to the Kensington Palace (unless option selected)
Entry to any exhibitions
Available languages
Guide guide
EN
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Important information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vegan, Gluten Free and Halal on request
Meeting point
Queensway Tube Station.
Meeting Point = Queensway Underground Station
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- We meet outside of Queensway Underground Station
- There is only 1 Entrance
- Please wait outside the station (next to the red phone box)
Not the Exit of the station
Important notes
Thank you for your booking. Please read through as it includes important information.
For Bookings with Palace Entry:-
***if you send your email address to hello@toptastingtours.com We can send you Palace Entry Ticket ahead of the tour***.
Otherwise the ticket is provided on the day by your guide.
IMPORTANT: The Meeting Point is Queensway Underground Station (NOT KENSINGTON PALACE)
https://goo.gl/maps/2zVFJv69m5pJmHzi7
Please arrive at least 10 mins before the experience starts, this is a regular tour and you will be joined by other guests.
For the respect of all our clients, we will leave on time and we do not take on latecomers and there are no refunds if you miss the tour.
Meeting Point = Queensway Underground Station
https://goo.gl/maps/2zVFJv69m5pJmHzi7
- We meet outside of Queensway Underground Station (Central Line)
- Please wait outside the station (next to the red phone box near the currency exchange booth)
The tour will commence on time: so please plan for traffic/transport issues!
A few friendly reminders
1. Bring comfy shoes
2. Bring an umbrella, warm coat or sunscreen to withstand the beautiful English weather :)
3. Bring water
4. Please arrive 10 mins before we start
5. Use google maps or another app to plan your journey, London is a big busy city and planning in advance really helps :)
6.0 If you have booked a Palace Ticket with us this we can send to your email address . You can request this ticket by contacting hello@toptastingtours.com
Please speak to your guide prior to the tour about your allergies or food intolerances or send us an email to hello@toptastingtours.com
Iit is essential that you arrive 10 minutes before the start and unfortunately, we will not be able to provide a refund due to lateness or delay.
Gratuities
.. The High Tea Service includes Service Charge for the palace staff.
.. The tour itself does not include any Guide Gratuities & are entirely at your discretion.
We wish you a wonderful tour.
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