Thames Rockets Experiences
TOUR DESCRIPTION

Speed through London at up to 35 knots
Choose from a 50min or 80min experience.
Departs from the London Eye Pier

Thames Rocket River Cruise
Life jacket
Gratuities
Food and beverages unless stated differently
Important Information
The Ultimate London Adventure

Duration: 50min

Departure Point: Boarding Gate 1 (One), The London Eye Millennium Pier, Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7PB

November to February
Thursday to Sunday only: every hour from 10.00 until dusk (approx. 4pm)

March to October
Seven days a week every hour from 10:00 until 18:00

Thames Barrier Explorers Voyage:

Duration: 80min

Departure:
London Eye - Boarding Gate One, London Eye Pier, Westminster Bridge Road, Southbank, London SE1 7PB.

January :
Friday: 15:45
Saturday & Sunday: 11:00

February :
Fridays: 15:45
Saturdays: 09:45 & 16:45
Sundays: 11:00

Summer sailing: March to October
Friday 16:45
Saturday 09:45 & 16:45
Sunday 09:45 & 16:45 (excluding 29/10 operating @ 15:4

Winter sailing: November to December
Friday: 15:45
Saturday & Sunday: 09:45 & 15:45

Thames Late:

Duration: 50min

Departure Point: Boarding Gate 1 (One), The London Eye Millennium Pier, Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7PB

November to February
November – Saturdays & Sundays 16:00
December – Saturdays & Sundays 16:00
January – Thursday to Sunday 16:00
February – Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays 17:00 (plus Saturday 4th)
February – Saturdays 17:15 (except Saturday 4th)

March to October
9th to 23rd March – Saturdays & Sundays 18:15
26th March to 13th April – Saturdays & Sundays 19:15
14th April to 27th August – Saturdays & Sundays 20:15
28th August 24th September – Saturdays & Sundays 19:15

Break The Barrier:

Duration: 50min

Departure Point: Bankside Pier, London SE1 9DT. The pier is directly in front of the Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.

November to February
January - Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 13:00
February + Nov to Dec - Friday: 14:00, Saturday & Sunday: 12:00 and 13:00

March to October
9th to 23rd March – Saturdays & Sundays 18:15
26th March to 13th April – Saturdays & Sundays 19:15
14th April to 27th August – Saturdays & Sundays 20:15
28th August 24th September – Saturdays & Sundays 19:15

Please arrive at the boarding point at least 15 minutes before scheduled departure.

All tours are closed on 24, 25, 26, 27, 31 December and 1 January.

Please note:

Please arrive at the boarding point at least 15 minutes before scheduled departure.
Suitable clothing must be worn bearing in mind it is usually cooler on the river compared with the shore.
Sailing and wet weather gear will be provided. Life jackets must be worn at all times. Please note if life jackets are manually inflated and/or damaged with intent, as lead name on this booking you will be charged £75 per jacket.
Please check with the staff if you have any pre-existing medical condition that may prevent travel. The supplier cannot accept any liability.
Without exception, expectant mothers are not permitted onboard at any stage of their pregnancy.
A minimum of 8 passengers is permitted for each sailing, except at the absolute discretion of TR. Vessels that are not filled by the minimum number will be rescheduled. Passengers will be contacted to arrange an alternate date/time to travel.
Please ensure you enter your phone number and email correctly at the time of booking.
No food or beverages can be consumed on board.
All bookings are non-refundable and non-transferable.
If you miss your scheduled departure you will not be eligible for a later booking or refund as seats are reserved on the vessel for the timeslot selected.
Golden Tours act as an official agent for these activities, as such you are subject to the terms and conditions of the supplier.

HIGHLIGHTS
MORE INFORMATION

The Ultimate London Adventure - 50min Experience

This Thames high speed boat trip is wild, fantastic fun for all ages, an extravaganza not to be forgotten and voted by Time Out readers as a ‘must do’ experience for Londoners and visitors alike. Hear the 880 horsepower engines rev up Rocket style and whoop as you whoosh up to speeds of 30 knots (35mph!). Zoom under the capital’s famous bridges and marvel at London’s landmarks from your exclusive vantage point. You’ll twist and turn through the docklands with a bespoke medley of thrilling classics pumping through the cutting edge on-board sound system.

All this is courtesy of our award-winning guides, handpicked from the stand-up and acting circuit. Also closet history buffs by nature, their sole purpose is to provide a history lesson like no other.

This trip departs hourly from the London Eye Pier. It is suitable for all ages from 4 to 104. This ultimate sightseeing adventure and is great whatever the weather, wet weather kit can be provided for all ages and sizes.

Thames Barrier Explorers Voyage - 80min Experience

This fast paced Thames Barrier Voyage takes you on an adventure journey through the amazing Thames Barrier, the “eighth wonder of the world”

This fantastic tour delivers the highest quality entertainment experience available in the capital, being the first to take passengers through the amazing Thames Barrier, the world’s largest moveable flood barrier. This 80 minute river race takes you past the Houses of Parliament, Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, Greenwich, The O2 and on through the Thames Barrier; this tour really does take in all London’s famous landmarks and bridges. Come aboard for the ultimate in sightseeing, your comedian guide will entertain as you hang on tight for the experience of a lifetime.

All experiences are great whatever the weather, warm jackets can be provided for all ages and sizes and poncho's are available in the event of rain.

Thames Lates – 50min Experience

The ultimate ‘adults only’ date night returns with a revamped soundtrack to bring guaranteed romance to your rendezvous and exhilaration to your evening - this is a Thames boat with a difference!

London by night. A beautiful glow cast sideways across the most famous skyline in the world, the river gently rolling out to sea as the other boats slowly disappear. With just the winding Thames and London’s romantic sights between you and the sunset, you’ll feel like the most important people in town. Our renowned guides love nothing more than entertaining with London tours as the cities lights switch on just for you. They’ll set the mood with an intimate tour through the heart of the most romantic city in the world, having you giggling by the Gherkin and tittering by the Tower. Snuggle up to your date on a sunset cruise to rival the most romantic of evenings, this is a date night to remember…

As London Tower Bridge cruises into view settle into your seat and enjoy the twinkle of the evening light show as things prepare to hot up! Hold on tight as your expert skipper opens the throttles and rockets you down the river! Find out why we’re famous for our speed boat London adventures as we twist and turn, rock and roll along on this unrivalled London river cruise. Naturally, we’ll be playing all the latest hits giving this the makings of the best night yet!

Our high speed rides are sure to take your breath away, so once back to London Tower Bridge we’ll bring you back down to earth with a tasty seasonal drink!

Thames Rockets Experiences
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