Private tour in London Rachel M
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Rachel M.
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My name is Rachel and I am born and bred in London. My family have been in London for around 300 years. I have a passion for London and the UK, its many stories and social history. I also love music and love to share some of the iconic venues and stories of bands gone by. I have been a teacher of both children and adults and have been a market trader travelling Asia before doing the Knowledge of London to become a Black Taxi driver. I took 3 and a half years learning all the streets of London and have been a qualified driver since 2010. Our Carriage in London is My New Electric Black Taxi which seats up to 6 passengers. It has a glass roof, free Wifi and Usb ports for charging your phones or devices. I have always had an interest in Social history and went on to do my London Taxi tour guide badge. I have continued my studies to include art and culture in 18th and 19th Century London. This enables me to include art galleries and museums in my tours with some knowledge. I have also been Trained and have a love for out of Town and Enjoy creating tours that take in the English Countryside. I am a member of the National Trust and English Heritage. I Have a real Passion for what I do and work hard to ensure my tours are personal to each of my clients. I celebrate the diversity of my city and hope you will get a sense of the amazing people that have been here before us to make this city what it is today. I believe there is no better way to see London than with a London Cabbie. And with our knowledge of all the streets, we are able to navigate the city like no other drivers. Both my partner and I work as a team to provide Cruise ship pick transfers to London with tours attached too. Your best experience is always paramount. I welcome enquiries and am able to build you a bespoke tour that includes interests you may have. Many Thanks, Rachel :) I am a qualified London Black Taxi driver and have completed the Prestigious Knowledge of London. Qualified London Taxi tour guide and have completed the accredited Taxi tour guide badge from the Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage drivers. I have also continued my studies with city lit a London based college. Art and Culture in 18th Century London. Art and Culture in 19th Century London, National gallery art in the 1600s-1700s Qualified Nursery Nurse. Qualified Adult Education Teacher.
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The full-day tour gives us an opportunity to really get a look at the two-thousand-year history of London. It also gives us more time to go inside & explore other places you may have an interest in. Through our communication, I will build you a tour that includes everything on your wish list and more. Any special places you would like us to visit? As a Londoner and London Cabbie, I can show you so many places that you may not have thought of. As well as all the classics that would be expected The Roman remains, The city of London, St Pauls Cathedral, The Monument, Covent Garden, Trafalgar Square, Westminster, Buckingham Palace, St James, Mayfair, Knightsbridge. And a Full day is a great way to make this happen At Borough Market, there are so many places we can stop for Lunch. But we can choose from any of the amazing restaurants & pubs available in London, From fish and chips to al la carte. It's all about making your day the best you can have with fabulous memories and lots of fun.
I will pick you up at your hotel in my iconic London all electric Black taxi which is our carriage. Your 8 hour tour will take in all the sites below, depending on where your hotel is depends on our starting point, the route will be made to maximise your experience. Buckingham palace - we will se the changing of the guards and see the palace, short version so you will see the Pageantry but not be in the massive crowds - 1 hour + St James palace - visit Londons oldest shop. Look at Londons Art and Cultural history. 40mins Westminster - walk around westminter abbey grounds. 1 hour Trafalgar square - revisit Nelsons history. 20 mins Embankment - drive along and photos - 20 mins Tower of london - walk around the grounds and great photo opportunities. minimum 30 mins St Pauls Cathedral. - 1 hour Tower bridge - walk under and drive across - 20 mins Londons Roman remains - 30 mins. Covent garden market and theatreland. (great photos and viewing point) 1hour. + driving time/lunch stop and photographs everywhere!
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Iconic London Taxi brand new all electric Fully Air conditioned and heated. Glass roof Always clean and well presented. Licensed to carry 6 . 3 facing front 3 on flip down seats facing back.
London, England, United Kingdom
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