Christmas Day Traditional Lunch Cruise
Overview
Enjoy a sparkling Christmas Day with a festive lunch aboard a 3-hour and 15-minute sightseeing cruise along the River Thames. Admire stellar views of London's scenic and deserted riverbanks as you sail from Westminster to Greenwich and back, while feasting on a traditional 3-course English Christmas dinner of roast turkey with all the trimmings. A vegetarian option is available, while your meal includes tea, coffee, and a glass of sparkling wine.
Sample Menu:
SALMON GRAVLAX
Dill and lapsang scented, candied beetroot , lemon zest creme fraiche.
MAIN
SLOW ROASTED TURKEY
Sage, walnut, beef dripping stuffing | Christmas seasonal trimmings | Cranberry sauce or roasting juices
DESSERT
PUDDING (V)(VG)
Chocolate yule
VEG & VEGAN OPTION
STARTER (V)(VG)
Jerusalem artichoke soup
MAIN (V)(VG)(G*)
Mushroom lattice | Christmas seasonal trimmings.
DESSERT (V)(VG)
Vegan Chocolate Yule
What's Included
- Tea and coffee
- Festive music & Carols
- Fully Licensed Bar
- 3-course Traditional Christmas Lunch with festive trimmings
- 3 hours 15 minutes Cruise
- Welcome glass of sparkling wine
- Additional drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
London SW1A 2JH
UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
London Eye (pass by)
Tower of London (pass by)
Tower Bridge (pass by)
Canary Wharf (pass by)
The Shard (pass by)
HMS Belfast (pass by)
SEA LIFE London Aquarium (pass by)
St. Paul's Cathedral (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We do not guarantee that products are free from nuts or traces of nuts.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Any specific dietary requirements must be added at the time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Seating: Please note that as part of the relaxed atmosphere of this cruise experience, your table may be situated in close proximity to other guests.
- Dress code is festive (no jeans or trainers)
- Infant seats available on request at time of booking
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Christmas Day Traditional Lunch Cruise?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-3542P34
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Average 4.17 out of 5 stars based on 12 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- Tea and coffee.
- Festive music & Carols.
- Fully Licensed Bar.
- 3-course Traditional Christmas Lunch with festive trimmings.
- 3 hours 15 minutes Cruise.
- Welcome glass of sparkling wine.
- Additional drinks (available to purchase).
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Christmas Day Traditional Lunch Cruise is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We do not guarantee that products are free from nuts or traces of nuts.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Christmas Day Traditional Lunch Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffee
- Festive music & Carols
- Fully Licensed Bar
- 3-course Traditional Christmas Lunch with festive trimmings
- 3 hours 15 minutes Cruise
- Welcome glass of sparkling wine
- Additional drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- We do not guarantee that products are free from nuts or traces of nuts.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Any specific dietary requirements must be added at the time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Seating: Please note that as part of the relaxed atmosphere of this cruise experience, your table may be situated in close proximity to other guests.
- Dress code is festive (no jeans or trainers)
- Infant seats available on request at time of booking
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
