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United Royal Tours & Travels

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Kursoo Raj Bagh, Srinagar, 190008, India

Destinations covered by United Royal Tours & Travels

Jammu and Kashmir

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Rahul (Bahu Akbarpur, India)

trip sonmarg gulmarg phalgam

(Written on 11 Mar, 2022)

Aman Jain (India)

Trip to Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg

Royal United toor feedback

(Written on 18 Jan, 2022)

Taufiq Saleem (India)

Trip to Gulmarg, Srinagar

Kashmir Trip (Taufiq from Bidar Karnataka)

(Written on 23 Nov, 2021)

Mohit Singal (India)

Kashmir Trip

(Written on 05 Oct, 2021)

Shiva Tewari (India)

Awesome Experience with United Royal Tours

(Written on 04 Oct, 2021)

Lala Dipankar Das (India)

Trip to Srinagar

(Written on 09 Apr, 2021)

Tapesh Gupta (India)

kashmir Valley Tour

(Written on 05 Jan, 2021)

Sunil (New Delhi, India)

Kashmir tour

(Written on 25 Dec, 2020)

Ajeet (India)

kasmir tour

(Written on 16 Dec, 2020)

(16 Dec, 2020)

Dear Sir Thank you for sharing your valuable feedback We are glad to know that you have enjoyed you Kashmir tour with us We have noted your feedback and strive continuously to improve our services everyday to make sure to provide the good services to our prestigious guests As far as the token payment of one thousand is concerned we took you only that much of amount from you as a special case. Looking forward to serve you in future as well Team United Royal

Parag Jain (Ulhasnagar, India)

Trip to Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Srinagar

Tour review

(Written on 08 Dec, 2020)

Mahesh (India)

(Written on 04 Oct, 2019)

Deep (India)

Trip to Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Srinagar

Trip to srinagar

(Written on 30 Apr, 2019)

D Badrinath (Bengaluru, India)

(Written on 27 Apr, 2019)

DURGESH KUMAR (Jaipur, India)

KASHMIR TOUR WITH MY WIFE

(Written on 21 Feb, 2019)

Hasib (Gandhinagar, India)

United royal tours & travels

(Written on 08 Jan, 2019)

Deepak (Jaipur, India)

Kashmir trip

(Written on 07 Jan, 2019)

Anil J (Mumbai, India)

Trip to Gulmarg, Pahalgam

Trip to Kashmir

(Written on 19 Dec, 2018)

Deepak Maheshwari (India)

(Written on 18 Dec, 2018)

Rakesh (Mumbai, India)

Value for money and time

(Written on 01 Dec, 2018)

Bhavya (India)

(Written on 29 Oct, 2018)

Dinesh Kumar Srivastava (Lucknow, India)

Tour to Srinagar

(Written on 28 Oct, 2018)

Madan Mohon Chaudhuri (Mumbai, India)

HATS OFF TO "ROYAL TOURS &TRAVELS"

(Written on 08 Oct, 2018)

Monica G (India)

Unforgettable experience

(Written on 17 Sep, 2018)

SHANKAR (Chennai, India)

Trip to Gulmarg, Srinagar, Amarnath

Kashmir tour.

(Written on 14 Sep, 2018)

Dayanand (Patna, India)

(Written on 12 Sep, 2018)

Sriman Kerkar (Pune, India)

Good experience

(Written on 27 Jun, 2018)

Tapash Kanti Debnath (India)

A memorable Kashmir tour wef 11/6/18 to 16/6/18

(Written on 26 Jun, 2018)

Manish (Bengaluru, India)

Trip to Jammu and Kashmir

(Written on 17 Mar, 2018)

Mithun K (Bengaluru, India)

Memorable experience

(Written on 16 Mar, 2018)

Neha (India)

Honey moon Kashmir tour

Sandeep Pandey (India)

Trip to Gulmarg

Happy Memories

(Written on 03 Feb, 2018)

Shruti (Bengaluru, India)

Great services

(Written on 20 Jan, 2018)

Shaik Abdullah (Malaysia)

Good service

(Written on 07 Dec, 2017)

(23 Dec, 2017)

Thank you so much Mr.Sheikh Abdullah, from the whole team of United Royal Tour and Travels and we hope you people will inform more and more people of Malaysia about India especially Kashmir Valley.

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Your journey surely deserves a Warm Hospitality, comfortable stay, hassle- free transportation and a proper guidance which United Royal Tours & Travels (We) are a reliable tour organization operating from the city of Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir. We work towards fulfilling the different travel requirements of clients by offering them unparalleled tour and travel services. You can acquire our services at the best market rates and we will make sure to live up to your expectations. We provide the complete range of travel services and solutions, making your travel undertakings smooth and succes ... read more

Your journey surely deserves a Warm Hospitality, comfortable stay, hassle- free transportation and a proper guidance which United Royal Tours & Travels (We) are a reliable tour organization operating from the city of Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir. We work towards fulfilling the different travel requirements of clients by offering them unparalleled tour and travel services. You can acquire our services at the best market rates and we will make sure to live up to your expectations. We provide the complete range of travel services and solutions, making your travel undertakings smooth and successful. So, get in touch with us to attain our services, read less

Kursoo Raj Bagh, Srinagar, 190008, India

Destinations Covered by United Royal Tours & Travels

Jammu and Kashmir

Services Offered by United Royal Tours & Travels

Flights, Hotels, Car Rental, Bus/Train, Cruise, Sightseeing Tour, Travel Insurance

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Rahul - Bahu Akbarpur India

Rated 5/5 on Mar 2022

amazing tour possible by united royal tour and travels

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Aman Jain - India

Trip For: Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg

Rated 5/5 on Jan 2022

Best toor sarvice. Royal United. And medam ne bahut help Kari hamari unka necher beheviya behaviour bahut accha tha or hotel and room and drivar all sarvice bahut acchi hire karke Diya hame royal United toor ne

Kashmir Trip (Taufiq from Bidar Karnataka)

Taufiq Saleem - India

Trip For: Gulmarg, Srinagar

Rated 5/5 on Nov 2021

Right from the Airport after landing in Kashmir and back to the Airport, Mrs. Misbah from United Royal Tours & Travels took good care, and planned the trip well! It was a good experience. Mrs. Misbah was constantly in touch guiding and giving tips and suggestions on what to do and what not to do. It was a well managed trip overall, highly recommended if you are visiting Kashmir for the first time!

Kashmir Trip

Mohit Singal - India

Rated 4/5 on Oct 2021

Trip was well planned. Hotels were nice. Airport and Hotel transfers were smooth. Thanks to Mr Sahil for planning the trip as per our needs.

Awesome Experience with United Royal Tours

Shiva Tewari - India

Rated 5/5 on Oct 2021

Really just hard to write them all here, still giving a try. Starting with the taxi and the driver who was there with us from our pick up from Srinagar airport (i.e., Day 1) to the drop to Srinagar airport(i.e., Day 9). We got Toyota Etios (best condition) with driver Imtiyaz bhai such a nice person he is as a driver and as a human being. Talking about first day In Hotel Vilasta, staff there, rooms, hygiene, I can challenge no one can raise the finger on anything there, everything was up to the mark. You will surely have a good time with team working there for your hospitality including their operation manager Mr Javed. Similarly, in Sonmarg- Hotel Heritage, Hotel tourist palace in Pahalgam and stay in house boat with Dawn group of house boats, all places were excellent, hygienic, great food, no match in hospitality. And last but not the least, all credit goes to one and only Mr. Sohail who made these arrangements in our tour package in such a low cost, I can guarantee you will not get the tour package cheaper than what United Royal tours will provide you. Just give them a chance to serve you. Thanks United Royal Tours and Mr. Suhail

Trip to Srinagar

Lala Dipankar Das - India

Rated 5/5 on Apr 2021

We 4 persons ( all senior citizens ) planned a trip to Srinagar conducted by United Royal Tours & Travels. The contact person for the trips was Mr Sohail Rather. He was extremely courteous and took personal care to plan our tour including choice of hotels at various places and provided a vehicle with a driver who was equally courteous. I will also cherish my personal interaction with Sohail. The trip was a grand success and in short we are at home away from home. Thanks to United Royal Tours & Travels. May God bless Sohail.

kashmir Valley Tour

Tapesh Gupta - India

Rated 5/5 on Jan 2021

Good experience. Nice Hotel. Thanks to United Royal and thanks to Driver bhai.

Kashmir tour

Sunil - New Delhi India

Rated 5/5 on Dec 2020

I booked my tour with United Royal Tour & Travels .It was well planned and I specifically appreciate support and guidance from Sohail bhai.He is wonderful guy.I highly recommend this travel agency for Kashmir tour.It was really a awesome experience.

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Ajeet - India

i am glad to say that united tour and travels provide me a very good service cab driver behavior is also very good and i also impressed with their payment method they took me only 1000 at booking time and rest amount was one day before my tour end. thanks to mr. sahil providing me such a great service.

United Royal Tours & Travels replied:

16 Dec 2020

Dear Sir Thank you for sharing your valuable feedback We are glad to know that you have enjoyed you Kashmir tour with us We have noted your feedback and strive continuously to improve our services everyday to make sure to provide the good services to our prestigious guests As far as the token payment of one thousand is concerned we took you only that much of amount from you as a special case. Looking forward to serve you in future as well Team United Royal

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Parag Jain - Ulhasnagar India

Trip For: Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Srinagar

Rated 4/5 on Dec 2020

The tour was planned seamlessly with good driver and hotel contacts. Sahl himself greeted us at airport and discussed the plan and kept in touch with us for the whole tour. Plus point was being a local tour traveler and phone switched off we were able to gain help for any issue plus bargain for rides. Driver was well versed with local ppl and engaged all efforts for shopping ideas and handicrafts items. The houseboat experience was beautiful with breathtaking view and shikara ride. Gulmarg and pahalgam are best place to visit in Kashmir. Thanks for all the efforts to the team of United royal tours & travels to make this visit a blissful experience.

Mahesh - India

Rated 5/5 on Oct 2019

Tour packages was good &service was good overall excellent

Trip to srinagar

Deep - India

Trip For: Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Srinagar

Rated 5/5 on Apr 2019

It was nice trip for me . Excellent acomadation good behaviour even driver cum guide ... I highly recommend United royal tours n travel .. Thnx to Mr sohel to make my srinagar trip more enjoyable...

D Badrinath - Bengaluru India

Rated 4/5 on Apr 2019

United Royals kept their promise as per their quote. Stay arrangements were excellent. House boat was mesmerising. Driver was very cooperative and helping nature. I recommend to all my relatives and friends to opt for United Royal incase of planning trip to Kashmir. Best wishes to Sail and team.

KASHMIR TOUR WITH MY WIFE

DURGESH KUMAR - Jaipur India

Rated 5/5 on Feb 2019

Hiii Junaid sir, Its really warm welcome by your side. Your really very good person. Its very great having junaid as my host. The trip organised by United Royal is very fantastic and super exciting. Our driver, hotel, cab and all types of arrangement is so good except Hotel khaleel Palace (Gulmarg). We spent 5 days like that i am in paradise. I will highly recommended this travel agent to everyone. Thanks again United Royal Tours & Travels.

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Hasib - Gandhinagar India

Rated 5/5 on Jan 2019

It was great having sahil as our host. I would personally suggest everyone to have a trip to kashmir with sahil.. God bless you brother

Kashmir trip

Deepak - Jaipur India

The trip organised by united travel is very fantastic . All my group members enjoy this trip . hotels , cab ,and all arrangements are excellent. Thanks united travel

Trip to Kashmir

Anil J - Mumbai India

Trip For: Gulmarg, Pahalgam

Rated 5/5 on Dec 2018

United Royal Tours and Travel has rendered the services in highly professional and cordial way making our Trip a plesant experience. Mr. Sahil is a wonderful and caring person. I would highly recommend this Travel Agency to other travellers.

Deepak Maheshwari - India

Our Kashmir trip which included Gulmerg & pahalgam was more than Supervvvv....Mr.Sahil who was our tour operator is a very friendly and cooperative person..His arrangements at all places were excellent....We spent those 5 days like we are in paradise... Kashmir is great place to visit with family....

Value for money and time

Rakesh - Mumbai India

This tours provided good services like hotel, cab, guide and itinerary. Also they take care of safety of tourist peoples.

Bhavya - India

Rated 5/5 on Oct 2018

It was an awesome nd service was superb driver was very nice to us nd all over it was an excellent

Tour to Srinagar

Dinesh Kumar Srivastava - Lucknow India

Trip For: Srinagar

It is a very nice tour with royal united.behavier of all concerned person is very nice.all arrangements for tour is very good and helpful.thanks to Mr Sahil.

HATS OFF TO "ROYAL TOURS &TRAVELS"

Madan Mohon Chaudhuri - Mumbai India

United Royal Tours & travels arranged a nice trip to Ladak. From pickup to drop at Sreenagar Airport they were very much cordial.We two aged couple were dependent on them but they didn't disappointed us at all .They arranged good transport with nice drivers through out the tour .Hotels were good &hotel staff arranged breakfast & dinner to our taste.HATS OFF TO "ROYAL TOURS &TRAVELS". Thanks Madan Mohan Chaudhuri.

Unforgettable experience

Monica G - India

Rated 5/5 on Sep 2018

We had a very memorable trip. Ashiq uncle's driving was amazing. We received a very good hospitality in the place where we stayed (K2 Inn). They are so committed to work. The entire trip guidance was so perfect. All the places where we went out to eat were also great. They took care of us like their family member. The package was price was very reasonable and value for money. Customers can close their eyes an opt from their tour package. Great job by Sohail sir and his team..

Kashmir tour.

SHANKAR - Chennai India

Trip For: Gulmarg, Srinagar, Amarnath

Our Kashmir & Amarnath tour was really fine.We guarantee our fellow tourists to travel with United travels & tours as it is safe to roam in Kashmir.Mr.Sahil is the best person to rely on.All the best Sahil. Keep it up.Salam Alekam.

Dayanand - Patna India

Excellent tour by United royal Tour&Travels, I am satisfied this tour&travels

Good experience

Sriman Kerkar - Pune India

Rated 5/5 on Jun 2018

This website helped me find a right agency for my booking. I got great deals from multiple agents to choose from. Thanks!

A memorable Kashmir tour wef 11/6/18 to 16/6/18

Tapash Kanti Debnath - India

The Kashmir trip by united tours and travel was excellent Mr sahil was so cooperative humble and friendly our stay in hotel ash vale was so comfortable driver Saukat was very nice The last but not the least the journey in Kashmir Srinagar is unexpressable in words I am so happy

Manish - Bengaluru India

Trip For: Jammu and Kashmir

Rated 5/5 on Mar 2018

I booked my kashmir honeymoon trip from united royal tours and travel, my stay was pleasent and people were really helpful. Thanks for making it a memory for lifetime

Memorable experience

Mithun K - Bengaluru India

Thanks to united royal and especially Sahil for making our Kashmir trip a memorable one. Infact, by the end of our trip Sahil was more like a family member to us than being a tour operator. From the beginning, we were skeptical about the trip after reading about some of recent news from Kashmir, especially because we were a group of 13 with 2 toddlers and 6 senior citizens. However Sahil reassured us that everything is safe and promised to take care of us. Not only did he keep his promise but he exceeded our expectation. The hotel in Srinagar was excellent. The hotel in Pahalgam and house boat in Srinagar was also decent. All services from united royal were superb. If you are ever planning to visit Kashmir, which I highly recommend you should, I dont think you will find a better tour operator than United royal. I am someone who travel quite a bit and am someone who is not easily impressed, but i must say that this was my best trip ever, thanks to United Royal

Honey moon Kashmir tour

Neha - India

Rated 4/5 on Mar 2018

Awsm beauty Kashmir... Suhail bhai Awsm management... Nature n behavior of shoukat n all the arrangements made for us is too good n appreciated... It was Sweet memorable n lovable journey.. Wish to come with all family members Next time

Happy Memories

Sandeep Pandey - India

Trip For: Gulmarg

Rated 5/5 on Feb 2018

It was a wonderful Trip to Gulmarg with all thanks to Sohail Ji of united royal tours who arranged everything so perfectly. We were a lil nervous before the trip as visiting Kashmir for first time and upon arrival and meeting with Sohail ji everything went smooth there after. Our phones were not working still everything was coordinated aptly. Gulmarg is serene n calm place away from hooligans n chaos which is present in every tourist spots these days. We are filled with Happy memories.

Great services

Shruti - Bengaluru India

Rated 4/5 on Jan 2018

The tour was organised in a very comfortable way. Kashmir was splendid.

Good service

Shaik Abdullah - Malaysia

Rated 4/5 on Dec 2017

This tour company give good service and support for my vacation to Kashmir recently, the driver and and tour agent so polite and very helpful

23 Dec 2017

Thank you so much Mr.Sheikh Abdullah, from the whole team of United Royal Tour and Travels and we hope you people will inform more and more people of Malaysia about India especially Kashmir Valley.

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Experience Great Britain in all its luxuriant glory as you explore Alnwick and Edinburgh Castles. At the Tower of London, join the Yeoman Warder for a Ceremony of the Keys—a time old tradition carried out for the past 700-years, to help guard the Crown Jewels. Journey in style from Viking York to the magnificent Castle Howard for High Tea in the grand surrounds of the Grecian Hall, followed by a private tour of the castle and its grounds, after it closes to the public. In Bath join a Local Expert to visit Roman Baths, one of the greatest religious spas of the ancient world, before enjoying a spectacular lunch at The Olive Tree. This Michelin-starred restaurant serves up a mouthwatering menu of locally sourced, seasonal fare, paired with fine wines. The Activity Level of this tour is Balanced, meaning there is 1 to 3 miles of walking per day which may include some uneven surfaces such as cobblestones and stairs.

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A tour of Buckingham Palace is a must-do on your next London vacation.

On a visit to London , some of the top attractions are linked to the royal family. But nothing is quite as iconic as a visit to the one of the three official residences of the monarchy – Buckingham Palace . While it's only open to the public on select dates, you can relish in its beauty from the regal gates, snap a selfie and catch a Changing the Guard ceremony.

How to Tour Buckingham Palace

For about 10 weeks every summer (select dates from July 11 to Sept. 29, 2024), Buckingham Palace opens its elaborate gates, welcoming visitors to explore its lavish State Rooms, grounds and Royal Collection artworks. The Royal Mews is also open to visitors from March to October, showcasing the Royal Family's real working stables and ornate, historic carriages – including the Gold State Coach used for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Coronation in 2022.

The Best Sightseeing Tours of Buckingham Palace

If you aren't here at the right time, fear not; this extravagant, 18th-century royal residence is just as impressive from the outside, making it worth a visit any time of year. Come on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Sunday morning to see the Changing the Guard ceremony – when the red-and-black-clad Royal Guard marches toward the palace, accompanied by striking military music – and see a tradition that's been running for more than 300 years. Combine it with explorations in the surrounding area of Westminster to see London at its most quintessential.

You can explore all of this independently, of course – but if you're looking to dig a little deeper, hear about the king's coronation and uncover local secrets, consider a guided London tour . Insider experts can point out the best photo spots, take you to the must-see sights and show you the ins and outs of the area while sharing  knowledge of the country's royal history along the way.

There are tons of options out there, so where do you start? Based on local knowledge and traveler review sites, here are some of the most highly rated tours.

Changing of the Guard Walking Tour

Price: From $13

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Standout perk: Witness the pomp of the iconic Changing the Guard ceremony.

Watch the Royal Guard march toward Buckingham Palace as you witness this historic, quintessentially British spectacle on a two-hour tour of Westminster's highlights. Accompanied by a military band, you'll see the Old Guard (soldiers on duty) switch to the New Guard as they arrive at the palace from Wellington Barracks. Your guide will explain which regiment is which, before taking you on a guided walking tour past other world-famous, attractions, including Big Ben, Clarence House, the Houses of Parliament , St James's Palace and Westminster Abbey .

Recent travelers gave high ratings to the tour, saying guides were able to take them to the best photo spots for the ceremony, while offering a wealth of historical and entertaining insight.

Tours leave at 10 a.m. and depart from the corner of Piccadilly and Arlington Street (between The Ritz and The Wolseley), ending at Parliament Square.

Local tip: Look at the Horse Guards Clock on the Horse Guards Parade – the official entrance to Buckingham Palace and St James's Palace – to see a dark stain above the 2 (II, in Roman numerals). It marks the time King Charles I was executed outside the Palace of Whitehall in 1649, after being charged with treason.

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Windsor Castle & Buckingham Palace Tour

Price: From $164

Duration: 8.5 hours

Standout perk: Get a rare chance to explore the State Rooms with Buckingham Palace tickets, and tick off two of the United Kingdom's grandest royal residences in one day.

This twin-castle tour offers the opportunity to enter Buckingham Palace and see its State Rooms, Royal Collection artwork and other treasures, with commentary from an audio guide. After you've toured the palace, you'll travel by coach about 25 miles west of London to Windsor Castle – the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, and the family home of the monarchy for more than 900 years. Explore the castle's lavish State Apartments and grounds, and visit St George's Chapel – the burial place of Queen Elizabeth II alongside many other monarchs, and the spot where Prince Harry married Meghan Markle. Recent travelers said the tour was a great opportunity to see inside both palaces. Several commented on the extensive art collection at Buckingham Palace, and many enjoyed hearing insights from the guides, although some complained about long lines. The tour takes place from July through September on select Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays, and leaves from Victoria Coach Station at 7:45 a.m. Local tip: Windsor Castle has its own Changing the Guard ceremony, as well as its own extensive art collection – the ceremony takes place at 11 a.m. on select days of the week.

Full-day London with Changing of the Guard and Private Cruise

Price: From $158; with optional London Eye or Harrods cream tea for an additional fee

Duration: 9 hours

Standout perk: You'll see many of London's key attractions in one day, and enjoy a river cruise thrown in for good measure.

If you want to combine a visit to see Buckingham Palace's Changing the Guard ceremony with stops at several other London spots, this is a great choice. The full-day trip begins at the UNESCO listed Tower of London where you'll have the chance to see the crown jewels.

From here you'll visit Buckingham Palace to witness the famous pomp and pageantry of the ceremony, and get the chance to admire the palace's impressive architecture from the outside. The day includes a tour of the elaborate St. Paul's Cathedral (not available on Sundays), before embarking on a boat tour of the Thames, passing key attractions including Tower Bridge and Shakespeare's Globe. The day also includes a photo stop at Westminster Abbey, where Prince William and Kate Middleton married in 2011, and a brief walking tour of Parliament Square. Travelers can choose to add a ride on the famous London Eye observation wheel (or opt for a quintessentially British cream tea at Harrods instead).

Recent travelers loved the tour and praised the guides as highly knowledgeable and entertaining. Many were impressed with how much they saw in a day and said it gave them a great introduction to London (although it's worth noting a few felt there was quite a bit of walking involved).

Tours leave from Victoria Coach Station at 7:45 a.m. and finish at the London Eye.

Local tip: If you fancy delving deeper into the Tower of London in your own time, book a ticket to see the Ceremony of the Keys. Dating back seven centuries, this nightly ceremony is when the castle gets locked up for the night, with a special exchange between the sentry and Yeoman Warder taking place at 9:30 p.m. between the atmospheric battlements – both eerie and magical.

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The London Essentials Bike Tour

Price: From $38

Duration: 3.5 hours

Standout perk: Get active on two wheels, and combine a Buckingham Palace stop with a visit to Kensington Palace and other royal sights.

This half-day guided cycling tour is a great option to get active on your London trip. You'll start at Kensington Gardens – the home of Kensington Palace, where Princess Diana lived with the now King Charles, and Queen Victoria's birthplace. From here, pedal to the Royal Albert Hall to check out this elaborate concert hall, opened by Queen Victoria in 1871. Afterward, cycle through Hyde Park and on to Green Park to reach Buckingham Palace, where your guide will regale you with little-known stories about the palace. Continue on to Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben as you take in some of the capital's key highlights, before returning to the Royal Parks.

Recent travelers raved about the tour and were really impressed by the knowledge of the guide. Many enjoyed the small group size and said the cycling was a good, leisurely pace, with plenty to see along the way, and iced tea and snacks included as a bonus.

The tour leaves from outside the main entrance at Hilton London Hyde Park. The recommended minimum age is 9 – you can pre-book junior bikes and child seats. While the bicycle and helmet for use during the tour are included, attraction entry fees are additional.

Local tip: If you've got time after the tour, it's well worth exploring Kensington Palace a bit more. Admire the elaborate, Georgian-era King's Staircase and the King's State Gallery with its fine art collection, see the Queen's State Apartments where Mary II would come to relax or welcome guests, and visit the Sunken Garden, once a favorite spot of Princess Diana's. After, enjoy afternoon tea or lunch at the Kensington Palace Pavilion amid the gardens.

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The Premier Classic London: Private 4-Hour Tour in a Black Cab

Price: From $461

Duration: 4 hours

Standout perk: You'll see many of London's must-see attractions, and as it's a private tour, you can tailor the trip to your liking.

If you're after a private tour, this half-day trip in a classic London black cab is just the ticket.

You can choose to align your visit to Buckingham Palace with a Changing the Guard ceremony, and you'll get expert commentary from your personal taxi driver, who's also a registered tour guide. Alongside the palace, you'll pass must-see points including the Houses of Parliament, Downing Street, St James's Palace, the Tower of London, Piccadilly Circus, Shakespeare's Globe, Borough Market and Covent Garden , with options to stop along the way.

Recent travelers loved the tour and said guides were able to tailor the trip, stopping at spots both on and off the tourist trail and offering plenty of historical insight.

Your driver-guide can pick you up and drop you off at your hotel; or a central London location.

Local tip: Make a stop at Borough Market to try some of the best food in the city, with more than 100 stalls offering everything from Persian to Italian, alongside plenty of fresh produce.

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A Royal Tour of the United Kingdom

By Tully Luxury Travel | 03-21-2022 |

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I f you’re a fan of the royal family or even a British history buff, then a trip planned around the regal residences of England and Scotland, past and present, will be the crown jewel in your upcoming travel plans. We’ve crafted an itinerary fit for Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning British monarch in history, complete with palaces, afternoon tea, gardens and historic hotels in four of Her Majesty’s homes: London, Windsor, Edinburgh and Balmoral.

London See There’s much to take in on the royal front in London , the nation’s capital and the official home of Queen Elizabeth II, so don’t delay. Start at the epicenter: Buckingham Palace , Her Majesty’s London residence and the administrative headquarters of the British royal family. The palatial 775-room property opens its doors to visitors every summer, so you can peek into select staterooms and see the gardens where, every year, more than 30,000 guests are hosted at the Queen’s Garden Parties. You’ll also want to take in the Changing the Guard, a brilliant display of British pageantry, which runs daily in the summer in the forecourt of Buckingham Palace. Next, tour Westminister Abbey , the more than 1,000-year-old church where the Queen’s wedding and Coronation were held, in addition to many more before her – every Coronation since 1066 has taken place here. Opt for the self-guided multimedia tour, available in 14 languages, to ensure you capture all the history – 30 kings and queens (including Queen Elizabeth I and her half-sister Queen Mary I) are buried here, for starters. Plus: Speak to one of our expert Travel Designers about exclusive experiences in London, such as a private tour of Kensington Palace, a royal-themed champagne afternoon tea for two, a recital by a trio from the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and more.

Dine Rumored to be among Her Majesty’s favorite restaurants, Claridge’s Foyer & Reading Room has a long history of hosting the rich, famous, and royal. Enjoy elevated takes on British and French classics, like côte de boeuf with Dauphinoise potatoes, béarnaise, and red wine jus, and Claridge’s Cornish lobster risotto – the dish that executive chef Martyn Nail says best represents Claridge’s – in the elegant dining room complete with pristine white tablecloths, original art deco mirrors, and a grand piano. For a traditional afternoon tea, why not head to a dining room named in honor of the Queen herself? The Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon at Fortnum & Mason in Piccadilly was named for Her Majesty in 2012. The afternoon tea menu includes finger sandwiches (cucumber with mint cream cheese and Suffolk cured ham with English mustard), scones with clotted cream, and Fortnum’s own preserves, a selection of pâttisseries, and, of course, a pot of tea. The best part, though, is once you’re finished, you can explore the six floors of the gourmet grocer and shop the limited-edition Platinum Jubilee collection , featuring teaware, sweets, and memorabilia to commemorate the Queen’s 70-year reign.

Stay Since you can’t spend the night in a royal residence, checking into The Rubens at the Palace is the next best thing – the hotel overlooks the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace, which is the entrance used by the royal family. Book one of the royal-themed guest rooms, which, in addition to being outfitted with luxurious linens and furnishings, feature opulent crystal chandeliers and portraits of royals, past and present – the ideal quarters to retreat to after a day of royal-inspired sightseeing. Double down on your chances to spot the Queen or another member of her clan during your stay by booking the Royal Afternoon Tea in the Palace Lounge, which also looks out over the Royal Mews. The menu features an array of sandwiches, scones, pastries, and seasonal preserves, with special menus for kids, vegetarians and vegans, and guests looking for halal options, too.

Windsor See The Queen spends most of her private weekends at Windsor Castle , the world’s oldest and largest occupied castle, located just a one-hour drive west of central London. (Look for the Royal Standard flying atop the Round Tower – it signifies the Queen is in residence.) Open year-round for visitors, you’ll see the State Apartments that the Queen and members of the royal family use today and, on the same grounds, the Gothic St. George’s Chapel, where the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were married in 2018 and, more recently, where Prince Philip’s funeral took place.

Dine While there’s no connection to the Queen at the Waterside Inn , you will feel like royalty as you dine on impeccably executed French dishes at this three-star Michelin restaurant set on the bank of the Thames River. In the warmer months, a seat on its riverside terrace is the perfect setting to savor a whole braised Dover sole with lobster mousseline, asparagus tips, champagne, and chive sauce for two.

Stay Make Fairmont Windsor Park , a brand-new 200-room property set on a sprawling estate, your home base in the Windsor area. Located at the edge of Windsor Great Park – a 4,800-acre conservation area filled with gardens, walking paths, and ponds – you’re a quick 10-minute drive from the town of Windsor, for all of your sightseeing needs. (And, if attending Royal Ascot in June, it’s just a 15-minute drive to the racecourse.) But, with a fully-equipped spa (complete with 18 treatment rooms, a traditional Hammam, indoor and outdoor pools, and a Himalayan salt room that looks out over the courtyard vitality pool), tennis courts, seven bars, restaurants, and a Truefitt & Hill barbershop, you may not want to go too far.

Edinburgh See Situated at the base of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh’s Old Town, Holyrood Palace is the Queen’s official residence in Edinburgh, as well as the home of former monarchs, including Mary Queen of Scots, who lived here between 1561 and 1567. When touring the palace, be sure to see her bedchambers, located in the palace’s oldest section. You’ll also be able to view the Throne Room and Privy Chamber, where, today, the Queen hosts events and private audiences during Holyrood Week, her annual stay in June. Another must-see royal residence in Edinburgh is on the water, in the Port of Leith. Climb aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia , which served the royal family for 44 years before being decommissioned in 1997. Start at the Royal Deck Tea Room for a sandwich, scone, and cuppa while taking in views over the Firth of Forth, before touring the State Apartments, State Dining Room, and the teak-lined Sun Lounge, one of the Queen’s favorite rooms on board the floating palace. Plus: Talk to a Travel Designer about exclusive experiences in Scotland, such as a private visit to Edinburgh Castle with dinner in the Jacobite Room, a private visit to Mary Queen Close, a private dinner in the library of the Scottish Malt Whisky Society, a Highland safari, bagpipe classes and more. Dine Since you’ve got a feel for that luxurious yacht life, head over to the Royal Yacht Britannia’s sister ship, Fingal , for dinner. Also permanently berthed in Leith, the 23-cabin floating boutique hotel is home to The Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar , where you’ll enjoy a view of the bustling port outside. Stick with the sea theme by starting with the salmon, which is smoked on board in the ship’s galley, followed by the Scottish halibut served with saffron spaghetti and wild leeks. Stay Set in the heart of Edinburgh, between the city’s Old and New Towns, is The Balmoral – the perfect home base from which to explore. You’re within walking distance to all the major sights: Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, Arthur’s Seat, and the Scott Monument – and if you’re lucky, you’ll have a view of them from your guest room, too. Designed by Olga Polizzi, the Director of Design at Rocco Forte Hotels, the rooms and suites pull from the dramatic Scottish landscape, featuring a palette of blue, green and grey, plus tartan textiles and nature-inspired wallpaper. Be sure to round out your tour of afternoon teas in the impossibly elegant Palm Court, seated beneath its glass dome and Venetian chandelier while a harpist plays from the balcony above.

Scottish Highlands See Balmoral Castle , in the Highlands’ Cairngorms National Park, is the royal family’s summer home – and supposedly the most beloved of all the Queen’s addresses. It was originally purchased by her great-great-grandfather Prince Albert for his wife Queen Victoria in 1852, as she was besotted with the Highlands. Balmoral is open to visitors from April 1 until August 1, when the Queen and various members of her family arrive for their holidays. A tour here includes access to the grounds, gardens, and Castle Ballroom, the largest room, which is used for dances when the Queen is visiting. And not just any dance - known as the Ghillies Ball, the event has occurred annually since Queen Victoria’s reign (except for 2020 and 2021). A private visit to the estate can be arranged, too: speak with one of our Travel Designers.

Drink If you go to Scotland and don’t visit a distillery, were you even in Scotland? Located less than two kilometers from Balmoral Castle, the Royal Lochnagar Distillery is a small operation that produces a range of single malt whiskies. Choose from a selection of tours to learn how the whiskies are made and to sample what flows from the casks – from the signature tour and tasting, where you’ll sip four varieties, to a whisky and chocolate pairing featuring Braemar chocolates, made just down the road. Stay Just 15 minutes from Balmoral Castle is The Fife Arms , a 19th-century hunting lodge-turned-luxury hotel in the village of Braemar. Owned by Iwan and Manuela Wirth of the international gallery Hauser & Wirth, The Fife Arms is all about art, with more than 16,000 artworks, antiques, and artifacts on display throughout the property, including in its 46 rooms and suites. With views looking out over Cairngorms National Park and a wildflower-filled garden designed by Jinny Blom, who has worked with the Prince of Wales, you will understand what drew Queen Victoria to this stunning region, and why it’s so dear to the royal family today. Fully immerse yourself into the landscape with one of the hotel’s experiences, such as a wild sketching workshop or an outing with the in-house forager.

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Queen Elizabeth II's 31 best royal tour moments

Posted: April 27, 2024 | Last updated: April 27, 2024

The late Queen went on countless tours in her lifetime; we look back on some of the most significant ones

The late Queen Elizabeth II arguably broke the mould when it came to royal tours abroad. Though such visits are commonplace among the royal family nowadays, the late monarch was the first Queen to ever travel the world so extensively in an official capacity, thanks to the serious advancements in travel during her reign.

This means that Elizabeth travelled to more countries abroad in an official capacity than any other royal Queen (or King) before her – in fact, it’s reported that the Queen undertook more than 200 royal visits abroad during her 70-year reign, visiting almost all of the countries in the Commonwealth at least once, and many of them numerous times.

To celebrate her many royal visits, we take a look at Queen Elizabeth's best tour moments ever. These are some of the Queen’s best royal tour moments from across the decades.

Her first Commonwealth tour with Philip

One of the Queen's best royal tour moments was undoubtedly her biggest tour ever, which took place just a year after becoming monarch.

After her coronation in 1952, the Queen and Prince Philip embarked on a mammoth tour of all of the Commonwealth nations at that time, which took place across six months between November 1953 to May 1954. In that time, the monarch and her husband visited countless different places within the West Indies, Australasia, Asia and Africa, and covered an enormous 44,000 miles travelling.

Her tour to Kenya as a Princess - when she became Queen

The biggest moment of any of the Queen’s international tours occurred when she and Prince Philip were in the midst of a royal tour of Africa, Australia and New Zealand. The couple made the trip in place of Elizabeth’s father, King George VI, who was considered to be too unwell to travel.

The royal couple were enjoying a brief respite from their duties when they stopped for a few days holiday at a quiet lodge (now known as the Treetops Hotel), around 100 miles from Nairobi.

However, it was here that the then-Princess Elizabeth learnt of father’s passing on 2nd February, meaning that she would be taking the throne at the age of just 25. Due to how remote the location was, the news of King George's passing took some time to reach Elizabeth and Philip, and it's reported that the young Princess was one of the last people within the hotel to find out about his death.

Her first royal tour to the US as monarch

In 1957, Elizabeth made her very first trip abroad to the United States as the monarch of the United Kingdom. Though she had been to America before, this was her very first trip as Queen.

During her four-day October visit, she and Prince Philip met the President at the time, Dwight D Eisenhower, at the White House, before making various visits to organisations within Washington DC. She and the Duke of Edinburgh also paid a visit to Williamsburg, Virginia, and New York City, where there was a large parade for the royals on the streets.

This wasn’t the President and Elizabeth’s first meeting, however. President Eisenhower had actually met Elizabeth as a young girl – back when she was Princess Elizabeth – during a meeting with her father King George.

The Queen’s trip to Russia in 1994

In 1994, Queen Elizabeth II made a historic visit to Russia, marking the very first time that a UK monarch had ever visited the country. Making the trip following the dissolution of the Soviet Union, the Queen was hosted by Russia’s President at the time, Boris Yeltsin, who governed the country from 1991 to 1999.

During a State dinner, both Elizabeth and the President acknowledged Russia’s troubled past, with Yeltsin explaining in his speech, "For Russia, this visit is the utmost recognition that our country is on the road to democracy."

The Queen concurred, making this statement in her own speech: "You and I have spent most of our lives believing that this evening could never happen. I hope that you are as delighted as I am to be proved wrong."

Queen Elizabeth remains the only UK monarch to have visited Russia during their reign. Charles did visit the country as the Prince of Wales, taking a trip to St. Petersburg in 1994, but has not returned since becoming King.

Her final return to Malta with Philip

In 2015, Elizabeth embarked on her final royal tour abroad, returning to Malta with Prince Philip – an island they had both spent lots of time in during their marriage. While this photo looks fairly unremarkable, it's one of our favourite pictures of the late monarchs because of its back story.

At the age of 89, the Queen and 91-year-old Philip spent three days on the island during their final visit, attending the 24th CHOGM meeting – where the Queen delivered a speech praising Malta – and meeting people they had known during their time living there.

The Queen and Prince Philip spent a couple of happy years living in Malta as young newlyweds; Philip was stationed there between 1949 and 1951 as a naval officer, and it’s said to be the place where Elizabeth spent some of the most ‘normal’ years of her life, living simply as husband and wife without the pressure of their royal duties back home in the UK. So it seems very fitting that their final trip abroad together was to the place where they spent so many happy years.

Her meeting with Ronald Reagan in 1983

The Queen had a very close friendship with former President of the United States Ronald Reagan, and further bolstered their relationship during a visit to his and his wife Nancy Reagan’s California ranch in 1983, after first hosting them at Windsor Castle in 1982.

It was a visit that mixed both personal and professional, as the Queen and Prince Philip stayed in their ranch in the mountains of Santa Barbara, enjoying a few horseback riding ventures around the estate during their few days there.

During her trip to California, the Queen also toured a Los Angeles film studio, attended an official dinner in San Francisco hosted by Ronald and Nancy Reagan (where she delivered a speech), toured the Bay area in the Royal Yacht Britannia toured Yosemite, and visited Stanford University.

Her historic visit to India in 1961

Queen Elizabeth’s 1961 visit to India was a highly significant one, as it was the very first visit from a UK monarch following the end of the rule of the British Empire in the country.

The country gained independence in 1947, but prior to this, Elizabeth’s parents King George VI and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother were considered Emperor and Empress of India – titles which ceased to be used following the end of the Empire in India.

As such, Queen Elizabeth’s visit to India in the early 60s was significant, as it was the first time a monarch had visited without being considered as 'head' of the country. During her trip, alongside Prince Philip, she paid a visit to the Taj Mahal and to New Delhi, and attended the annual Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. She also met with Mother Theresa, whom she presented with an honorary Order of Merit.

Her meeting with Nelson Mandela

In 1995, Queen Elizabeth II, accompanied by Prince Philip, made her first official visit to South Africa as monarch – though she had visited previously in 1947, before she became Queen. The Queen was unable to take any visits to the country before the 90s, due to the ongoing apartheid there.

However, in 1995, Queen Elizabeth and Philip were invited by President Nelson Mandela to visit once again. Though the pair had met in Zimbabwe five years prior, this trip was the first time that Mandela had officially hosted the monarch. The visit was just a year after Mandela had been elected as President, so it was certainly a significant moment to see the meeting of two highly revered public figures.

Her trip to the races in 1970 in Sydney

Queen Elizabeth II indulged in one of the greatest passions in her life during a trip to Sydney, Australia, when she visited the Randwick Racecourse in April 1970 alongside Princess Anne.

She first visited the racecourse during her 1954 visit to the country, during which they named a race after her, the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes.

During her second visit in the 70s, the horse Panvale won with 100/1 odds, and the apprentice jockey riding him, Peter Cook, won his first race as a jockey. To celebrate, the Queen presented Peter with his winning trophy, and appeared delighted at his early success in a sport she loved so much.

Riding an elephant in 1961 in India

During her 1961 trip to India following the breakdown of the British Empire, Queen Elizabeth II showed off her adventurous streak, opting to ride on top of an elephant in Jaipur.

She rode the elegantly decorated elephant within the courtyard of the royal palace, alongside Sir Man Singh, the Maharajah (Prince) of Jaipur at the time. To ensure she was dressed appropriately, the Queen is seen in the picture were a regal gold outfit. What a picture!

Her tour with Princess Anne and Prince Charles in Australia

In 1970, the Queen, Prince Philip, the then-Prince Charles and Princess Anne undertook a hugely popular tour of Australia, which coincided with the centenary of Captain James Cook’s sailing of the Australian coat in 1770.

The royal foursome drew huge crowds during the weeks-long tour, and toured around both Brisbane and Queensland whilst there, visiting the James Cook University, Green Island, the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns, Mount Isa and many more. While they carried out many engagements as a family, they also spent some time visiting organisations on their own; the Queen and Prince Philip, for example, visited the town of Longreach without their two eldest children.

A banquet on the floor in Tuvalu

In 1982, the Queen and her husband paid a visit to the island country of Tuvalu, in the South Pacific – the country formerly known as the Ellice Islands.

The couple spent two days in Tuvalu, during which they enjoyed a feast of traditional local dishes at a banquet which saw them seated on the floor and wearing floral headpieces; a rather unusual sight for the usually very formal Queen and her husband.

During their trip, the royal couple also ceremonially installed a piece of concrete at a future Parliament building. To mark the visit, a range of commemorative stamps were issued by the Tuvalu Philatelic Bureau. Since that visit, both King Charles and the Prince and Princess of Wales have visited Tuvalu too.

Meeting crowds in New Zealand in 1977

The Queen was seen beaming from ear-to-ear on a walkabout during an official visit to New Zealand in 1977, which was made to mark her Silver jubilee and 25 years since her accession to the throne.

The Queen was accompanied by her husband the Duke of Edinburgh for this tour – and interestingly, the schedule they undertook actually mirrored that of the tour they took in 1953-1954, when Elizabeth first came to the throne, as an homage to her 25th year on the throne.

Everywhere the pair went they were greeted with adoring crowds lining the streets, ensuring it was a special moment for the royal couple.

Her significant tour of Sudan

During a time of significant political turmoil and unrest within the country, Queen Elizabeth took the time to pay an important visit to the Republic of the Sudan in February 1965.

It was a significant move due to the unrest there at the time, which many thought might make it dangerous for the UK monarch. However, it appears the Queen gladly spent a few days there and was greeted with a warm welcome, with crowds of onlookers lining the streets to say hello.

She spent part of her time on state duties whilst there, whilst also squeezing in the chance to explore some of her interests during the trip. For example, she spent her first day at the Khartoum racecourse, before then visiting the construction of the Roseires dam. She also visited the Gezira irrigation project in Medani, which had been set up by the British government some decades earlier.

Receiving local crafts in Mexico in 1975

The Queen made two trips to Mexico during her reign, and the first took place in 1975. She toured across Yucatán, Mexico City, Oaxaca, Guanajuato and Veracruz in the space of a week, and took in a whole range of sights and activities during that time.

She and Philip arrived on the royal yacht and headed straight to Mexico City. Whilst there, they had a meeting with former President Luis Echeverría and his wife, María, before heading to Oaxaca city. While there, they spent some time in the local markets being shown creations from locals. It’s even reported that they purchased a few items themselves!

Visiting a newly-unified Germany in 1990

The Queen paid a significant visit to Germany in 1990, shortly after the unification of East and West Germany as a result of the tearing down of the Berlin Wall.

The Berlin Wall fell in November 1989, signalling the end of the Cold War and the Soviet Union, which had occupied Germany for years. East and West Germany were officially unified on October 3, 1990, and the Queen visited towards the end of that month, at the tail-end of the political unrest.

While the Queen was largely welcomed in West Germany and had visited that area on previous tours, she met with a slightly more tense reaction when she visited Dresden in former East Germany, which had experienced more of a difficult relationship with the United Kingdom.

When she poked fun at Justin Trudeau

During her 2015 trip to Malta, Queen Elizabeth II opened the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, delivering a speech to everyone gathered there. Before the meeting, the monarch and various heads of the other Commonwealth countries gathered for a State dinner, during which the then newly crowned Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, made a speech introducing Her Majesty.

During his speech, he noted that he was the 12th Canadian Prime Minister the Queen had seen during her reign – a comment which prompted a hilarious response from the lady herself. She opened her speech by saying, "Thank you, Mr Prime Minister of Canada, for making me feel so old!"

Dancing in Ottawa in 1951

It was rare to see Queen Elizabeth being anything less than formal, such was her important royal role as monarch.

However, in 1951, before she was Queen, she let her hair down during a royal tour of Canada with Prince Philip; her very first visit to the country.

During a private dance event at Ottawa’s Government House in between other official duties, the then-Princess Elizabeth was seen square dancing with her husband, wearing relaxed and informal American clothing.

The event was strictly invitation only, and largely included people from the Canadian government and their guests – but the pictures are certainly a brilliant memory of a more informal Elizabeth on a royal tour. Tony Griffin, an attendee at the event, recalls that the royal couple's dancing came quite naturally. He said that they "caught on very quickly, due in part to the pair's knowledge of Highland Dancing."

Kicking off a hockey game in Slovenia

In 2008, the Queen and Prince Philip paid a visit to Central Europe, embarking on a days-long tour of Slovakia and Slovenia in October of that year.

One of the best moments was during the couple’s last day of their visit to Slovakia when they attended an ice hockey game between Guildford Flames and the Aquacity Poprad.

Not only did the monarch look chic in a hat and a coat with a faux fur lining, but she also kicked off the game by ceremonially dropping the puck, alongside Slovakia’s Prime Minister.

Visiting Finland in 1976

Queen Elizabeth II looked happy and enthusiastic on a 1976 visit to Finland - her very first visit to the country.

She was joined by Prince Philip for this tour and as ever, it was a busy one. The couple toured the country’s capital of Helsinki and also spent time strolling around a Finnish forest. Elizabeth and her husband were officially hosted by the President at the time, Urho Kekkonen, and enjoyed an official dinner at the Presidential Palace one night, and an evening at his summer residence, too.

Waving from the royal yacht in Kuwait

Prince Philip and the Queen delighted crowds in Kuwait when they visited the country in February 1979.

Though the pair arrived via plane (a Concord no less), they also had the Royal Yacht Britannia on hand as they travelled on their three-week tour of the Gulf.

One of the most iconic images of this royal tour is the pair waving from the deck of the royal yacht at the start of the tour in Kuwait. The royal yacht was also where they hosted the Emir Of Kuwait at the time, Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, for a dinner reception. This moment was historic for another reason too; it was the very first time in history that a British monarch had visited the country.

On a boat in Funafuti, in Tuvalu

On the Queen and Elizabeth’s trip to Tuvalu in October of 1982 – their first royal trip to the island nation – the couple travelled there and back in the Royal Yacht Britannia, which they also used to move around the island.

But the yacht was unable to dock in the shallow water around Tuvalu, so the couple were required to be transported from the yacht to the shore and back, giving us one of the best Queen Elizabeth tour moments ever. The Queen and Philip were transported on a fleet of canoes that had been elaborately decorated by the locals, with the monarch in one and her husband in another. What a great moment!

Drinking from a coconut in Kiribati

Philip and Elizabeth made sure to get stuck into the local culture when they visited Kiribati in the South Pacific in 1982.

It was rare to ever see the Queen (or her husband) eat or drink anything while in view of the public on royal tours, so it was quite the moment to see the royal couple enjoy a sip from a coconut as part of their welcome ceremony in Tarawa, Kiribati. The couple enjoyed their drinks as they watched some traditional dancing from locals.

A visit to the Vatican to meet the Pope

The Queen visited a total of five different popes during various royal tours across her lifetime, but she arguably had a special connection with Pope John Paul II.

One of the most significant royal tour moments of the monarch’s life was when she visited the Vatican in Rome in October 2000. The Pope and the Queen, two of the biggest figureheads of the Catholic religion, shared a private conversation before exchanging gifts in Pope John Paul II's private office in the Vatican City. Before this, she had spent time at the Vatican with Pope John Paul II back in 1980, when she also delivered a speech in front of him and members of the clergy within the room.

Relaxed in Bahrain

A brilliant image of Queen Elizabeth on one of her countless royal tours is when she was captured looking relaxed whilst leaning across a chair to talk to the Emir of Bahrain at the time, Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, whilst the pair were taking in a day of horse racing and camel racing. The picture was taken during Elizabeth and Philip’s tour of the Gulf between February and March of 1979.

The image shows the monarch looking informal and engrossed in her conversation; a somewhat unusual picture of the Queen, as she was often seen in more formal positions, be it sat upright at a state dinner, or stating up for an audience with a Prime Minister.

On tour with King George, Princess Margaret and the Queen Mother

One of the biggest royal tours of Queen Elizabeth II’s life was her 1947 tour alongside her parents, King George VI, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, and her sister Princess Margaret. It was the first time that the immediate royal family had undertaken a royal tour together as adults, and the then-Princess Elizabeth even celebrated her 21st birthday during that tour, making it a very special trip indeed.

The foursome visited an enormous 400 cities during this tour covering over 10,000 miles mostly by train. It was also the first State visit abroad from the royal family since 1939, as a result of the lack of travelling that was possible during the Second World War.

It was also on this tour that Princess Elizabeth made her now iconic speech from the grounds of Government House in Cape Town, South Africa. To mark her 21st birthday, she delivered the now world-famous line: "I declare before you all that my whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service."

Inspecting a guard of honour in Trinidad

On a royal tour of the Caribbean in 1996, the Queen inspected a guard of honour at the Teteron Barracks in Trinidad, a military base that formed part of Trinidad and Tobago’s Defence Force.

The image is strikingly similar to many taken in the UK. The Queen would often inspect UK military troops during important milestones, such as the annual Trooping the Colour celebrations.

The Queen’s visit to Trinidad & Tobago formed part of a larger, and very busy, Caribbean tour, in which she and the Duke of Edinburgh stopped in Saint Kitts & Nevis, the Bahamas, Antigua, Barbados, Jamaica, Grenada, Saint Lucia, Montserrat, and many more.

Taking a photo in Sri Lanka

Though most of her life was spent in front of the camera, on the rare occasion, Queen Elizabeth II was seen taking photographs of her own during her royal tours. One such occasion was during an October 1981 trip to Sri Lanka.

During this trip, the Queen was photographed taking a snap on her Canon Sure Shot 110 camera, one of her many beloved cameras. It wasn’t clear what she was taking a photo of, but the aim of the trip – the second of three she made during her reign – was to visit the construction of Sri Lanka’s Victoria Dam, Sri Lanka’s largest hydroelectric project, which was constructed by a UK firm.

A serious fashion moment with Anne in Vienna

In 1969, the Queen, Prince Philip, and their only daughter, Princess Anne, undertook a visit to Austria. The family started their tour in Vienna, where they visited the Spanish Riding School, took in a Horse Show, and attended a glamorous Gala Reception held by the Austrian President at the time, Franz Jonas.

But arguably the highlight of the proceedings in Vienna was when Anne, the Queen and Philip hosted a Return Banquet for the Austrian President. For the special evening, both Anne and her mother coordinated brilliantly in some fantastically glamorous outfits and tiaras.

While Anne wore a seriously chic white gown and tiara, the Queen matched her daughter in a stunning green ensemble, and the glittering Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara, making for an iconic fashion moment.

Her final visit to Canada in 2010

Queen Elizabeth undertook her final tour of Canada in 2010, and it was an important visit, as Canada was the country the monarch visited the most throughout her 70-year reign.

It’s estimated that she undertook 22 different royal tours of Canada, one of the member states of the Commonwealth, so it was fitting that it was one of her very final visits abroad at the age of 84.

But despite being in her 80s, she and Philip’s trip to Canada was no less busy than usual! They visited between June and July, meaning they were there for Canada Day, a day of annual celebrations. In fact, it was the seventh time the Queen was in the country for Canada Day. In a speech on Parliament Hill that day, she highly praised the country, saying, "This nation has dedicated itself to being a caring home for its own, a sanctuary for others and an example to the world."

Her 1986 visit to China

Queen Elizabeth II was the very first UK monarch to visit China in 1986, and it was considered to be an important visit in bolstering relations between China and the United Kingdom.

During the trip, the Queen and Prince Philip were shown numerous important sites in China, including the Great Wall, as well as the Forbidden City in Beijing. She also visited the Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an. This remains the only visit to China from a serving British monarch; Charles and William have both visited the country previously, but not (of course) as the UK monarch.

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On this tour you take in some of Moscow's most important and highly decorated stations. Carrying up to 7 million passengers a day and covering almost the entire city, the Moscow Metro is one of the most extensive mass transit systems in the world. It's famous for the fine examples of social-realism which decorate many of its stations.

Visit some of the most important stations and get the chance to admire spectacular baroque-style ceilings, marble statues, busts of Communist heroes, stained glass windows, and ceiling mosaics depicting the bright Soviet future. Visit the most remarkable stations like Komsomolskaya, Kurskaya, Kievskaya and others, with the experienced guide who will bring you a full insight into their fascinating history.

• Tour of Moscow's Metro system visiting beautifully decorated key stations on the network.
• System that carries more than 7 million passengers per day
• Views of the most opulently designed tunnels & platforms
• Significance to the country—known as the “People's Palace”
• History & stories relayed by an expert local guide

If you wonder why the Moscow metro is considered one the most beautiful in the world, this tour is made for you!

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• Professional English-speaking guide assistance. Other languages upon request (additional charge may apply)
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities (optional)
• Food and drinks
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• Children must be accompanied by an adult

Departure and return point: nearest metro station to your central Moscow hotel  

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Tour of Romandie win is career-best title for Carlos Rodriguez through rain-slicked final stage

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April 28, 2024, 11:11 AM

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VERNIER, Switzerland (AP) — Carlos Rodriguez protected his yellow jersey through a rain-soaked final stage Sunday to win the six-day Tour of Romandie for the biggest race victory of his career.

Four previous winners in the French-speaking region of Switzerland went on to win that season’s Tour de France, including Chris Froome in 2013. Rodriguez placed fifth in cycling’s marquee event last year and won a stage.

Rodriguez started Sunday’s flat stage that looped round the suburbs of Geneva — won in a sprint finish by Dorian Godon — with a seven-second lead he took by placing third in a mountain stage Saturday.

The 23-year-old Ineos Grenadiers rider kept that winning margin over runner-up Aleksandr Vlasov, the 2022 Romandie winner. Third-placed Florian Lipowitz was third, trailing Rodriquez by nine seconds.

Godon sealed his second stage win this week, edging Simone Consonni with Dion Smith third.

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