Private tour in Rye Raymond W

Full Day Private Tour of Historical Kent (Darwin's Downe, Churchill's Chartwell and Henry's Hever)

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Raymond W.

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Hi, I'm Ray! My tours offer a fun and relaxed style of bespoke and unique content. I am flexible to accommodate any of your interests and cultural insights. The best way to describe my tours is that I will "hold your hand" for the day, have unlimited photo opportunities and show you those unique and interesting places that only a London Taxi Driver will know. We will drive, walk, laugh and learn. My highest achievement is being a proud father of 4, following that I have been a licensed London Black Taxi Driver since completing the London knowledge in 1987. I studied the knowledge whilst working as a Printer in Fleet Street (home of London's newspaper industry) during the '80s. More recently in 2016, I qualified as a Taxi Guide with the Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers, studying at the City of London Museum. I was made in London, and have remained a resident Londoner. I love to share my knowledge and passion for this beautiful city that I call home. I have so much to share with you - stories and sites from Roman remain to the current day. I have travelled extensively across the world touring South East Asia, China, Australia, South Pacific, East to West coast across North America, and Europe. As an extensive traveller myself, I feel that I can provide what tourists would be looking for in their experience visiting London. Licensed London Taxi Driver since 1987, license originally issued my the Metropolitan Police of London. Qualified Taxi Guide, issued by the Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers.

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Overview of your Rye tour

Without travelling far from central London you will get a real sense of the much under visited, rural, picturesque Kent countryside. This is England at its best. History combined with beauty, a real escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Downe House - Home to Charles Darwin, the man whose revolutionary thinking transformed the way we see the natural world. Many original artefacts on display within the building. Chartwell - Family home of Winston Churchill. It was his haven away from Downing Street, an opportunity to spend time as a father and indulge in his hobby of painting. He once described this pastime as his "joy ride in a paintbox". A must for Churchill fans, it is a time capsule of history where you get a real feeling of the man and his life here. Hever Castle - a medieval castle and ancestral home of Anne Boleyn (Henry VIIIs second wife). One thing in common about all three locations is that they are all brimming with history and all have beautiful gardens to explore.

Your Rye tour itinerary

08:00 Pick up central London Options available for breakfast or lunch. Start the day with a "full English" breakfast with the locals in a cafe or enjoy a country pub lunch between locations. Visit Downe House, Chartwell, Hever Castle 19:00 Drop off central London

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Other

2 vehicles available: Executive MPV Ford Torneo Custom Seats up to 8 passengers - 6 reclining seats in the back, and 2 seats in the front. Mercedes Vito London Taxi 2015. Seats up to 7 passengers - 3 rear-facing seats, 4 forward-facing seats (front passenger seat with slightly restricted legroom). Fully wheelchair accessible via ramps and mobility steps. Both vehicles are modern, clean, and air-conditioned. Wi-fi available and USB charging points.

What's included
Other: Road tolls, complimentary bottled water, umbrellas
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Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses: Souvenirs, lunch, snacks
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Admissions to Chartwell, Downe House, Hever etc
Meeting location

London, England, United Kingdom

Any central London address: Hotel, accommodation, train or coach station. Heathrow Airport Gatwick Airport

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Day Trip
City Highlights
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Off The Beaten Path
Layover
Tour reference number
1314151
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

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Who is this private tour in England best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and those interested in exploring the charming family homes of notable historical figures like Charles Darwin, Winston Churchill, and Anne Boleyn. It's also ideal for travellers who want to escape the hustle and bustle of London and experience the picturesque Kent countryside. Families, including those with kids or travellers with mobility concerns, will find this tour accommodating.

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