First Time in London : Highlights in One Day

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Tour Number

Activity Level

574960


Categories

Shore Excursion, Museums / Culture, First Time Visitor, City

Details

Kid Friendly: Yes. The tour is suitable for children aged 6 upwards who don't mind sitting in a car for lengthy periods

Friendly: No.
You need to be able to get in and out of the car easily and do some light walking

Maximum travelers: 5

Language(s)

explanation

English (fluent), French (conversational)

Private personalised driving tour of London's highlights


London has been my home for over 30 years and every time I visit the centre of the city I discover a new piece of its remarkable history. It is a special place and truly has something for everyone.

You will see, at close quarters, London's highlights - royal palaces, impressive state buildings in Westminster, the buzzing shopping and entertainment areas of The West End and see London's lifeline, the River Thames. You will gain an insight into the ancient City of London's fascinating history and hear incredible stories from its past.

On this customised tour there are opportunities to explore and take photos of those iconic sights. We can stop for coffee/tea and also find a great place for lunch in a typical London pub or cafe or maybe have a picnic in one of London's beautiful parks or open spaces.

You will tour in a comfortable 5 seater SUV with A/C affording great views. Pick up and drop off from your accommodation or from a London Airport or port. Many choose to stay in town in the evening to see a show

Itinerary

This tour can be customised to suit your preferences but here is an example of a typical day:-

- Pick up from your accommodation, we travel through Hyde Park, past Kensington Palace, the Royal Albert Hall and stop for photos then up to Marble Arch and down through chic Mayfair to Piccadilly Circus.

- From Trafalgar Square to the Mall and Buckingham Palace for more photos then continue to the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, where many famous Brits are buried. We then travel down Whitehall past Downing Street and make our way towards the old City of London.

- After lunch in a typical London pub or coffee/tea shop in a Victorian market, we pass through the City, then on to St Paul's Cathedral and into the financial heart of London. You will see where the Great Fire of London started, pass Roman walls and then up to The Tower of London via The Bank of England, Leadenhall Market and the oldest church in the City, All Hallows, with its American links, before returning to your accommodation.

Meeting Point + Tour Duration

Meeting Point Options: Rail or Bus Station, Cruise Ship Port (London, Tilbury), Airport (Heathrow Airport, London), Hotel, Address or Intersection, Monument/Building

Duration: 8 hours

Tour route may vary according to traffic conditions.

Transportation

Kia Sorento SUV Air Conditioned car

What’s Included

  • Guiding Services
  • Private Transportation

Estimated Local Cash Needed

25 GBP - - Costs per person for lunch and drinks
- Credit or Debit cards are accepted widely
- Entrance to any sites or theatres are not included.

What’s Extra

  • Personal Expenses
  • Souvenirs
  • Food, Drinks, Snacks

Other: Admission fee to attractions.

Restrictions

There are a small number of historical sites where I am not licensed to guide however there are official "live" guides or audio guides available.

A Recent Review of this tour

Nigel was a great tour guide. He took us to many places we would not have seen if on a bus tour. His knowledge of the city and history of the country were exceptional. Thank you, Nigel, for a great day.
Bruce Bomert

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    $673 USD PER TOURFor up to 5 people (duration: 8 hours) deposit ?

  • Tour Number

    Activity Level

    574960


    Categories

    Shore Excursion, Museums / Culture, First Time Visitor, City

    Details

    Kid Friendly: Yes. The tour is suitable for children aged 6 upwards who don't mind sitting in a car for lengthy periods

    Friendly: No.
    You need to be able to get in and out of the car easily and do some light walking

    Maximum travelers: 5

    Language(s)

    English (fluent), French (conversational)

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