Private tour in London William J

Private Full Day Hampton Court Palace and Hever Castle Excursion

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William J.

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Hi and welcome to the magnificent metropolis and historical minefield that is London. My name is Will and I have been driving a London Taxi around the City's streets for over 24 years. I am also a qualified London Taxi Tour Guide which allows excellent access to many of London's attractions in my modern, electric and fully air-conditioned London Black Taxi. I was born in North London and am a father to three daughters and a grandfather to my two grandson's Noah and Jude. I have always been massively interested in all aspects of history. From back in my school days, where I studied History and Ancient History, to the modern day where I am often found with my head in a historical book, when I am not working or guiding. I am especially passionate about the history of London, the city I was born and raised in. I have always loved sharing my historical knowledge, enthusiasm and experience of London with anybody and everybody with similar interests, whether that be purely historical or linked to more modern, themed interests. I also make yearly Armistice day visits to Ypres, in Belgium, where the British were based in the Great War. My other interests include running my own Krav Maga self-defence school and virtually all sports. I also enjoy meeting and learning from the many people I meet whilst guiding. As the old adage goes "Every day is a school day". I pride myself on providing interesting, informative but mainly fun days with my clients and I really look forward to hearing from you and to showing you such places as Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, St Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London and many other locations in my great city. We can also venture further afield and visit some English treasures just outside of London. Such as Bath, Avebury, Stonehenge, Hampton Court Palace, Windsor Castle, Eton, Runnymede Magna Carta, Hever Castle (Henry the Eighth and Anne Boleyn), Chartwell House (Winston Churchill), The Cotswolds, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cambridge, Winchester, Canterbury, White Cliffs of Dover, Salisbury and Old Sarum. Not forgetting some theme based tours with Harry Potter, Charles Dickens or The Beatles. Do not hesitate to contact me if you would like me to customize or personalize any tour which differs from the tours/itineraries shown. Please just ask and we can create, together, the perfect day for your wishes combining any mixture of places. I'm at your disposal also for the multi-day tours. Qualified London Taxi Driver. Qualified London Taxi Tour Guide. Member of English Heritage. Member of the National Trust. Member of Historic Royal Palaces. Member of Royal Collection Trust. Although I can accompany you into such attractions as the Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and Windsor Castle, I am not a Blue Badge guide and therefore unable to guide in these historical monuments.

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Overview of your London tour

Upon departing London, we will head out out to the Tudor Palace of Henry the VIII and Baroque Palace of William Ill. We will then continue our day together at the medieval Hever Castle which dates back to 1270. Apart from being the childhood home of Queen Anne Boleyn and also King Henry the VIII's fourth wife Anne of Cleves it also also formed the backdrop to many historical events up to and including the 20th century. Hever is surrounded by beautiful gardens and so light walking will be necessary. We will then return to your London hotel or another agreed location.

Your London tour itinerary

Example: 9am: Meet at your London Hotel (or another agreed location) and set off from London. 10. 00am: Arrive at Hampton Court Palace. 12. 00pm: Leave Hampton Court Palace and visit the world famous Maze. 12. 30pm: Lunch at The Tiltyard Cafe (45 mins) 1. 15pm: Leave Hampton Court 2. 15pm: Arrive at Hever and explore the Castle 3. 15pm: Explore the gardens. 3. 45pm: Depart Hever. 5pm: Arrival back in London I am very flexible so we can organize your tour, step by step, according to your needs. I will endeavour to answer as many questions that you may have whilst giving a light and informative history behind each place we visit. There will also be plenty of photo opportunities throughout the tour.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Other

Transportation will be in my fully licensed, modern, air-conditioned electric London Black Taxi. We will make occasional stops and take some short strolls during the day.

What's included
Other: Courtesy soft drinks and nibbles.
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What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. • Any collection or drop off required from outside of the central London area. • Entrance fees to any sites and/or attractions for any customised tours. • Most of London's galleries and museums have free entrance, but this can be confirmed upon finalisation of the tour. • My Black Taxi is licensed to carry up to and including 6 passengers. However larger groups can be catered for upon request.
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London, England, United Kingdom

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Tour categories
Layover
History
Architecture
Day Trip
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1234334
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
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Who is this private tour in London best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and those interested in the Tudor period, as it includes visits to Hampton Court Palace and Hever Castle, both rich in historical significance. It's also ideal for travellers who want a personalized experience with a local guide, as William J. offers flexibility to tailor the tour to your interests.

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Hours icon 8 hours
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