Private tour in London William J

Shore excursion from Tilbury Docks on a Private Panoramic Tour of England's Capital

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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

I will take you on a panoramic tour of the magnificent city that I was in, London, taking in many of the most iconic landmarks. You will enjoy an entertaining, fun and factual commentary stopping at many popular locations including Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral, Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London. I will take you where buses cannot go and you will discover the REAL London and some of it's hidden secrets with a knowledgeable London "Cabbie" who really knows the City. I will collect you from your cruise ship at the Essex port of Tilbury and from there we will make our way into London. Together we will trace back 2000 years of history to London's Roman foundations and travel through time to the modern day metropolis that London has become. As well as some hidden gems we can also include any particular requests you may have to make your day as individual, special and memorable as possible.

Your London tour itinerary

A rough itinerary wiuld be: 8am Collection from Tilbury 9am Arrive in London and begin our tour together stopping for breaks and refreshments whenever needed. 1pm Leave London for Tilbury 2pm Arrive back at Tilbury Dock After collecting you the port of Tilbury we will make our way to our chariot for the day. We will then drive directly into London and begin a structured tour to some of it's top attractions and/or other places indicated as of interest to you. These may include one of six palaces, Tower Bridge/Tower of London, St Paul's Cathedral, Albert Memorial, Guildhall, Westminster Abbey. . . . The list goes on. 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. We will then set off back to Tilbury in plenty of time for your ongoing journey.

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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, weather permitting, be able to make some short strolls to get close and personal to some of London's greatest attractions.

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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Meeting location

Tilbury, England, United Kingdom

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Tour categories
City Highlights
Layover
Tour reference number
631209
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
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Who is this private tour in Tilbury best suited for?

This private tour is ideal for cruise ship passengers arriving at Tilbury Docks who want to explore London's iconic landmarks and hidden gems with a knowledgeable local guide. It's also perfect for those who prefer a personalized experience, as the tour can be customized to include specific interests and requests.

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