Leisure Boats On The Thames - What options are there for tourists?

Both Londoners and visitors to our historic Capital City have many options available to them. One of the best ways to view the World Famous sights of London in as pleasent and stress free a way as possible is by boat on the River Thames.

There are the obvious choices such as the London Sightseeing Cruises on the Thames and of course the Thames Clippers bus service. Both will take customer up or down the Thames and offer commentary providing information on the sights and history of London.

However these boats are primarily either primarily for commuting or tripper boats which lack class and style by their nature and job description! Routes tend to be set and the tour guide can be tired having provided the same talk daily for years!

For those looking for more from their River Thames Cruises there are many other options including lunch or dinner cruises. These are a step up from the sightseeing style cruises with fine dining and table service. A very pleasant way to see the sights, but still within a structured Thames Cruise. Getting away from the hustle and bustle of London's streets offers an opportunity to recharge the batteries whilst gliding past London's most famous attractions.

Moving up to the ultimate in opulence a private charter of a luxury powerboat is the only way to really view the City. James Bond style champagne in hand your nearest and dearest become the envy of the masses. Choose your route, stop for dinner, with a bespoke private charter boat on the Thames in London you have all the options.

Alternatively for those a bit more adrenaline driven there are the Thames Speed Boats, RIB's and the ultimate thrill ride - the London Jet Boat Experience. These boats offer among the most exciting charters on the River Thames and cater for those who don't like the idea of pottering along the river and want a bit more action from their cruise.

These are the most readily available and easy to organise options for anyone visiting London and wishing to spend some time on its historic river.