Private tour in London Maria H

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Base cost of tour
  • $ 541 USD
Per person cost
  • 20 USD
Explanation
Thames River Cruise

A London Day Out - History, River Trip and Iconic Sights

Tour #1309877
Pricing Details
Base cost of tour
Per person cost
  • 20 USD
Explanation
Thames River Cruise

up to 10 people

6 hours

Walking

Party Size:

1

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Overview of your London tour:

Join me for an enriching educational tour focusing on the magnificence of palaces and parliament, and the tranquillity of the Thames. You will learn about the design and architecture of London's key buildings and bridges, the history of monarchy, politics and protest, and find time for riverside and park strolls. I will enlighten you with royal and political history as we take in Buckingham Palace, and key sites in Trafalgar Square, St James' , Westminster and Whitehall, such as Nelson's Column, the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Cathedral. I will answer all your questions as you orientate yourself within the wonderful, vibrant city of London and to deepen existing knowledge. Transport is included by river cruise from Westminster to Tower pier, and optional taxis. I will offer exciting choices for the afternoon such as a taxi ride to St Paul's cathedral and optional stroll across the Millennium Bridge or a Covent Garden walk.

Your London tour itinerary

Here is the itinerary for the day: We will meet at Seven Dials, Covent Garden, passing through the piazza to Trafalgar Sq. Next we follow Pall Mall to St James' Palace in time to see the changing of the Guards from around 10:45 - 11 am at Buckingham Palace. We will cross St James' Park to Whitehall seeing the following: The Churchill War Rooms The Cenotaph Downing Street The Houses of Parliament Parliament Square and statues of celebrated prime ministers and presidents Westminster Abbey Big Ben Next we board a Thames cruise from Westminster to Tower pier! See Cleopatra's Needle, London Eye, The Globe Theatre, Monument, the City skyline and Tower Bridge Lunch in the charming St Katherine's Marina or by the Tower of London An adaptable afternoon tour: Options include: St Paul's, Monument & history of the fire of London, Farringdon and old streets by Smithfields A Bankside / Southbank stroll The Tower of London (entry tickets not included)

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Transportation Details
Type: Walking

River Cruise from Westminster Palace (Houses of Parliament) to The Tower Pier Walking Optional taxi from Tower of London to next destination - I recommend St Paul's cathedral for access to City and bridge to Bankside / Tate Modern, Globe Theatre and pedestrian area

What's included
  • Other: River Cruise tickets are included A taxi ride is included This is an adaptable day tour: You may contact me by message if you would like to discuss options for the afternoon or we can decide on the day
  • Private Guide
  • Private Transportation
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses. Entry tickets for the following are not included and can be booked online or usually on the day itself: The Churchill War Rooms Westminster Abbey The Tower of London St Paul's Cathedral Monument If you would like to have a restaurant lunch please confirm your choice of venue in advance. I will be able to arrange advance reservations.. Recommended restaurants: The Anchor - Ideal if you wish to explore the South Bank in the afternoon - Borough Market, The Globe Theatre, Golden Hinde and Tate Modern The Dickens Inn Perfect if you wish to tour The Tower of London in the afternoon The Ivy Asia beside St Paul's Alternatively we can find a less formal option such as outdoor food kiosks near the Tower of London, or you may bring a packed lunch
  • Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Seven Dials, England, WC2H United Kingdom

Meet at: The Sundial, Seven Dials, Covent Garden London WC2H 9HA

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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City Highlights

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History

Languages
Fluent

English

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French

Activity level
Light
Accessibility

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Size:

up to 10 people

Duration:

6 hours

Transportation:

Walking

Party Size:

1

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$ 541 USD

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Size:

up to 10 people

Duration:

6 hours

Transportation:

Walking

Party Size:

1

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