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London Best of the City Fully Customized Guided Private Tour

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London, England

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3 to 7 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

If you want to look at 53 sites in one day, take a tourist bus or an all-day cab ride. They do a nice job of hauling you around.

Now if you want to visit London for real, join this 5-star private tour. Half-day or full-day.

Get the “Best of London”: authentic, knowledgeable, in-depth, and fully customized to your interests.

Our guides are passionate and communicative. Our team cares that you fall in love with London.

Mix & Match as you wish with this bespoke tour.

Tourist highlights – Changing of the Guard, Big Ben, London Bridge etc.

Kids’ London – Platform 9 ¾, Harry Potter, Paddington etc.

The Royals -- Buckingham palace, Harry vs. William, and Camilla and Kate.

The city beat -- Soho, the bowler hat, an atmospheric pub.

We build a route around your interests. We meet at your hotel. Each stop is as quick, or as deep, as you wish.

You will say: “I've seen the highlights. But I've also experienced London”.

All for the same price as a day-long drive through London’s traffic.

What's Included

  • Private guide for the group
  • London custom-built itinerary
  • Learn about famous characters (Harry Potter, Paddington) and local figures (the Royals)
  • Landmark entrance tickets (extra cost, depends on the attraction)
  • Public transports
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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We meet you at your hotel, your residence, or any location you indicate in central London. We are flexible and we offer a tailor-made tour.

What To Expect

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Changing of the Guard

A total must-see for your visit in London. But careful, the Changing of the Guard doesn't happen every day, talk to us first.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tower of London

Ultimate photo opp. You need to know the best spot. Fun times in London (entrance fee not included)
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Thames River

the most iconic views of London
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Westminster Abbey

Our kings marry here. We bid farewell to them when they pass. Another London must-do and photo opp. (entrance fee not included)
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Diana Memorial Playground

Pay your tribute. Princess Diana remains very dear to the hearts of the British.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Paul's Cathedral

The masterpiece of Sir Christopher Wren, the symbol of London's rebirth after the Great Fire, and the great survivor of the air blitz during WWII
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Millennium Bridge

We'll take you along "Wobbly Bridge" for the bridge is famous "terminating vistas" - Saint Paul's cathedral on one side and tate Modern on the opposite side of the Tames River.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Big Ben

Big Ben in all its glory - finally restored, after 5 long years of work, and 15 years of being out of order. And by the way, Big Ben is not the tower, it is the clock on that tower...We have facts for you to know!
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Covent Garden

Shops and market and street artists since the 1600's. My Fair Lady was a flower seller there once.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

London Eye

The most popular tourist attraction in the United Kingdom,even James Bond has ridden it. Now it is your turn.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

The View from The Shard

London's newest icon. You can experience its observation deck. Just press on 72.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Trafalgar Square

Nelson's column, the celebration of the British Navy, the lions of Trafalgar Square and the British Museum. The Nazis had secret plans to steal Nelson's column to Berlin if they inveded England.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Piccadilly Circus

When we take you there, we will explain all the behind the scene action taking place around you. We will even tell you what a Piccadill is. And why you want find any at Picadilly Circus.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the London Best of the City Fully Customized Guided Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-6732DAYINLONDON

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What's Included

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  • Private guide for the group
  • London custom-built itinerary
  • Learn about famous characters (Harry Potter, Paddington) and local figures (the Royals)
  • See major landmarks (Buckingham palace, Big Ben) and famous areas (Camden Town, Soho)
  • Certified touring of landmarks upon request (guide and landmark extra fees will apply)
  • Landmark entrance tickets (extra cost, depends on the attraction)
  • Public transports
  • Food and drinks
  • Private transportation (possible to add with an extra fee)

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operated by a business

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).

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