The Snowman™ Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

About this experience

Book The Snowman Afternoon Tea Bus Tour tickets in London Book tickets for The Snowman Afternoon Tea Bus Tour in London for a festive circuit through central London that combines a seated afternoon tea with landmark views from a decorated double-decker bus. The operator runs the official Snowman-themed bus as a partner of The Snowman at the Peacock Theatre. The tour lasts about 75 minutes. Guests sit at a table, enjoy a seasonal tea served on board, and travel through the heart of the city. This listing is for the bus experience, not a ticket to the stage show. Official departure points are the tourist bus stop on Belvedere Road by the London Eye, and Bus Stop D on Aldwych outside the Waldorf. Eye departures are listed at 12:00, 15:00 and 18:00. Aldwych departures are listed at 12:15, 15:15 and 18:15. Check in 15 minutes before your time. The 18:00 and 18:15 slots catch more Christmas lights if your date falls after dusk. What happens on board There is no live guide. The experience includes the afternoon tea, festive hot and cold drinks from the base menu served at your table, landmark views, music from The Snowman and Christmas songs, and a reusable souvenir cup. The tea includes sandwiches, wraps, mince pies, sultana scones with jam and clotted cream, cupcakes and snowball truffles, with tea, coffee or hot chocolate. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal menus are available if requested at least 48 hours ahead. After that cut-off the standard plate is served. Seating is upper deck, lower deck or premium upper deck. Premium is the front of the top deck, which gives the views most guests book this for rather than a cafe. Tables may be shared. There are no toilets on board. Under 3s are not allowed. Children 15 and under need a paying adult. Guests wishing to be served alcoholic drinks must be 18 or over and carry valid ID; alcoholic drinks are pre-purchased separately and are not part of every seat. A deluxe hot chocolate, Prosecco or a snowball cocktail is available as an upgrade. Route, weather and access Official notes list the Eye, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly among the sights. Traffic and closures can change the loop. The bus is enclosed and heated, so rain does not cancel the tea. Wheelchair users can sit on the lower deck in a fixed seat. That is limited access, not a guarantee of a specific space if you arrive last. State any access requirements when you book. A Snowman goodie bag with a plush toy, book and tote is sold as an extra on the official page. The Peacock Theatre show is a separate ticket. If you are seeing the production the same day, leave a real gap between the curtain and the bus. A 75-minute circuit plus check-in will not fit into a 45-minute window before a matinee. Where this sits in a London winter day The Eye stop makes a South Bank morning simple: river path, then tea, then a later plan. The Aldwych stop suits guests already in Covent Garden or the Strand. For a different festive experience on another day, add Christmas at the London Eye rather than trying to visit the wheel in the same hour as the bus. More city options are on the London tickets hub if you are filling a weekend. Arrive 15 minutes early and travel light. Phones are welcome. There is no running commentary about every building. The experience centres on the table, the music and the views. If you want a historian with a microphone, this is the wrong product. If you want children to enjoy something familiar while the city moves past, it is one of the more straightforward festive plans in central London. Dates, prices and terms A single 2026 start and end date is not published on the product page. Use live availability on this listing rather than a guessed season. Cancellation is free up to 72 hours before departure on the official terms, then charged in full. Checkout on VervTrip shows the live price for the deck and menu you select. When you are ready, book tickets for The Snowman Afternoon Tea Bus Tour in London on this page. Pick Eye or Aldwych, pick a time that matches the light you want, and request any special menu while you still have 48 hours. Alcohol is not sold through this listing. Any tasting is served on site by the operator to guests of legal drinking age.

Highlights

• Afternoon tea served aboard a decorated double-decker bus
• Tiered stands of seasonal treats included with every seat
• Premium teas served as you tour London's famous landmarks
• Panoramic views of the capital's winter landmarks from your seat
• Classic London sightseeing combined with a festive dining experience

What is included

• Afternoon tea service on board
• Tiered stands of seasonal treats
• Premium teas
• Panoramic views from double-decker bus
• Specially decorated festive bus experience

Not included

• Entry to The Snowman™ theatre show
• Alcoholic and speciality drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Live guide
• Gratuities

Before you go

Departure Times: Multiple daily departures available, with exact times and locations confirmed upon booking through VervTrip's secure platform. Weather Protection: Tours operate in all weather conditions as buses are fully enclosed, heated, and feature large windows for optimal viewing. Dress Code: Smart casual attire is recommended for this afternoon tea experience, though no strict dress code is enforced. Arrival Time: Arrive at the departure point 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to allow for check-in and boarding procedures. Photography: Cameras and phones are welcome throughout the tour, with excellent photo opportunities at every landmark along the route. Duration: Plan for approximately 1.5-2 hours total experience time, including full afternoon tea service and comprehensive sightseeing tour. Accessibility: Limited wheelchair accessibility available - contact VervTrip customer service when booking to discuss specific mobility requirements and arrangements.

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.