<p>It's not a traditional destination for a luxury cruise, but today the Azamara Journey floated through central London on the River Thames.</p><p>As the enormous cruise liner meandered through the capital is cast a shadow over some of Britain's most famous landmarks.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span>The</span><span> Azamara Journey</span><span> weighed anchor in front of Tower Bridge, leaving the bridge looking less&nbsp; then impressive.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span>The ship </span><span>measures roughly 30,000 tons and carries 694 passengers plus 407 crew members.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><img class="blkBorder" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2008/05/28/article-0-016723E100000578-151_468x286.jpg" border="0" alt="Azamara" width="468" height="286" /> </p><p class="imageCaption">The stunning ship berths in front of Tower Bridge in London </p><p class="imageCaption">The cruise ship sails through central London</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span>Those on board were treated to a tour of London with a difference as the ship passed the Millenium Dome and The Tower of London.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span>It will remain at Tower Bridge for two nights before leaving for </span>St. Malo, France.<span> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span>The cruise ship was built in 2000 and set sail for the first time last year</span><span style="color: black">, promising customers a more intimate onboard experience and access to less-travelled ports of call such as the Thames.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black">Guests can look forward to a butler service in every stateroom and suite, as well as concierge- style amenities, plasma TVs and plush European bedding.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><img class="blkBorder" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2008/05/28/article-0-016723C900000578-487_468x286.jpg" border="0" alt="The Azamara Journey " width="468" height="286" /> </p><p class="imageCaption">Port of call: The Azamara Journey at the Thames barrier. The ship is one of the largest to come into central London </p><img class="blkBorder" src="http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2008/05/28/article-0-016735E200000578-438_468x286.jpg" border="0" alt="azamara" width="468" height="286" /> <p class="imageCaption">Thames side: Sailing past the O2 Dome in London</p><p>&quot;Azamara Cruises was expressly designed for travel enthusiasts who appreciate what a cruise vacation has to offer, but are looking for something a little different, and a little more special,&quot; says Azamara Cruises President and CEO Dan Hanrahan.</p><p>&quot;And what's special about Azamara is its distinctive combination of impeccable service, exceptional cuisine, and off-the-beaten-path destinations, with immersive shore excursions.&quot;</p><p>Azamara Journey will sail in the Baltic this summer</p>