Our 5 day
Quintessential Thames River Cruise
brings you a unique combination of truly
memorable experiences
Meander along the river in comfort and style with everything
done for you by our friendly and professional crew
Full Board Price
from £780.00 per person
- Historic villages and country estates
- Stately homes of the rich and famous
- Tranquil countryside and wildlife
- Entertaining Dinner Theatre
- Fascinating locks and ancient bridges
- Inviting Pubs and quaint markets
- Cozy, comfortable cabins
- Wonderful tales of the river
- Socialising with other interesting people
- Delicious authentic cuisine
Itinerary
- Check in from 14:00. A ‘Welcome Safety Meeting’ by Andy the Skipper will follow.
- At 15:00 the African Queen will set off up-stream to Goring on Thames, following ‘The Wind In The Willows Route’, arriving around 18:00.
- Guests can go ashore & enjoy a ‘Sundowner’ at any one of the old historical pubs.
- Return to the African Queen by 19:30, a three course ‘Cape Malay’ dinner will be served on board.
The African Queen will spend the night in Goring.
- End the day at the bar and be regaled by our captain,with stories of the river.
- After breakfast the African Queen will continue her journey upstream to Wallingford where passengers go ashore to explore this little village famous for the filming of Midsummer Murders.
- Once passengers are all on board the African Queen turns around and we make our way down stream to the Beatle Wedge riverside restaurant arriving around 13:30 where passengers can enjoy a two course lunch.
- After lunch we continue our journey back to Mapledurham which includes cruising through three locks.
- From 19:30 a light supper will be served on board where we spend the night.
- Friday morning starts with a hearty breakfast, followed by a walk through the old Village of Mapledurham and a visit to the late 18th centruy Chapel.
- On returning to the boat we continue our journey downstream to Caversham to enjoy a two course lunch.
- Once passengers are all on board we continue our journey to Sonning. Arriving around 16:00.
- Excursion to the Mill at Sonning Dinner Theatre. (A list of plays for the year available.)
- After a hearty breakfast the African Queen will cruise to Henley on Thames at 13:00, a two course lunch will be served on board and followed by a free afternoon to explore the beautiful town on Henley.
- Saturday evening we serve a traditional South African Braai / BBQ on board follwed by the 'Saturday Night Quiz'.
- After breakfast the African Queen will cruise upstream to Mapledurham arriving around 14:30.
- A two course ‘Sunday Roast’ will be served on board while cruising
- Check out by 15:00.
Wednesday
- Check in from 14:00. A ‘Welcome Safety Meeting’ by Andy the Skipper will follow.
- At 15:00 the African Queen will set off up-stream to Goring on Thames, following ‘The Wind In The Willows Route’, arriving around 18:00.
- Guests can go ashore & enjoy a ‘Sundowner’ at any one of the old historical pubs.
- Return to the African Queen by 19:30, a three course ‘Cape Malay’ dinner will be served on board.
The African Queen will spend the night in Goring. - End the day at the bar and be regaled by our captain, with stories of the river.
Thursday
- After breakfast, the African Queen will continue her journey upstream to Wallingford where passengers will go ashore and spend some time in this pretty historical town.
- At 01h00 pm please make your way to Avanti Italian restaurant on High street for a delicious two-course Italian lunch.
- After lunch returning to the boat as soon after 02h45 pm as possible for the return journey to Mapledurham, where we will spend the night.
- A light supper will be served on board from 07h30 pm followed by Thursday night entertainment.
Friday
- Friday morning starts with a hearty breakfast, followed by a walk through the old Village of Mapledurham and a visit to the late 18th century Chapel.
- On returning to the boat we continue our journey downstream to Caversham to enjoy a two course lunch.
- Once passengers are all on board we continue our journey to Sonning arriving around 16:00.
- Excursion to the Mill at Sonning Dinner Theatre. (A list of plays for the year available.)
Saturday
- After a hearty breakfast the African Queen will cruise to Henley on Thames at 13:00, a two course lunch will be served on board and followed by a free afternoon to explore the beautiful town on Henley.
- Saturday evening we serve a traditional South African Braai / BBQ on board followed by the 'Saturday Night Quiz'.
Sunday
- After breakfast the African Queen will cruise upstream to Mapledurham arriving around 14:30.
- A two course ‘Sunday Roast’ will be served on board while cruising
- Check out by 15:00.
Menus
Lunch Menu
- Saturday – Smoked Salmon with Mustard & Dill Sauce or Cornish Pasty with Demi Glaze Gravy served with Green Cabbage
- Friday – Dinner at the Theatre
- Sunday – Stuffed Roast Chicken served with Roast Potatoes & Roast Vegetable
Saturday Night BBQ
Marinated Spareribs, Marinated Chicken Legs, Boerewors & Hamburgers served with Potato Salad, Green Salad, Rice Salad , Banana Salad & Garlic Bread.
Available Dates
Dates From and To
19 -23 April 2023
26 - 30 April 2023
3 - 7 May 2023
10 - 14 May 2023
24 - 28 May 2023
31 May - 4 June 2023
7 - 11 June 2023
14 - 18 June 2023
21 - 25 June 2023
5 - 9 July 2023
12 - 16 July 2023
19 - 23 July 2023
26 - 30 July 2023
9 - 13 August 2023
16 - 20 August 2023
23 - 27 August 2023
30 August - 3 September 2023
13 - 17 September 2023
20 - 24 September 2023
27 September - 1 October 2023
4 - 8 October 2023
18 - 22 October 2023
25 - 29 October 2023
Please contact Bonny Cowley
Phone - 07774917389
Email - africanqueenoflondon@gmail.com
Leger Holidays - 01709 787 463
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