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Private 8-hour Tour of London: Private driver and licensed guide

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On average, this is booked 20 (0) days in advance.
8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

London has been the center of English culture for over a millennium with its rich history. It is one of the world’s most important cities and a prime destination for tourists.

London has been home to many great historical figures, including Shakespeare, Charles Dickens, and Queen Elizabeth II. It is also the largest city in Europe and one of the most important financial centers in the world.

In this tour, you will explore the major monuments of the city, you will see the main monuments of London such as London Eye, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, and Big Ben You can also enjoy the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace.

The changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace has been a traditional British tradition for centuries. It is a ceremonial event that takes place in London, and it has also been seen as an opportunity to see the king's majestic palace from a new perspective.

The tour will take approximately 8 hours with pick up and drop off.

What's Included

  • Taxes
  • Tickets to London Eye
  • Private 1 hour boat ride in Thamesis
  • Food and drinks
  • Other entrance fees
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London WC2N 5DU
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Tower of London

Enjoy the Tower of London where our guide will explain almost 1000 years of history and we can meet the beefeaters who were the guard guarding the tower.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Big Ben

We will see the famous Big Ben and Buckingham Palace where you can observe the changing of the guard whenever it is done.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Westminster Abbey

Our first stop will be to know the Parlament and the Abbey of Wetminster, where you can enjoy these incredible monuments and take some photos.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Westminster

Westminster is a world-renowned destination, located in the heart of London. Westminster is renowned for its exquisite architecture and grandeur. Westminster has an estimated population of 38,000 people and a daytime population of about 90,000. people.The Palace of Westminster is the home of the Houses of Parliament. There are four parliamentary constituencies in Westminster: the Cities of London and Westminster, the City of Kingston upon Thames, South West Surrey, and Cities of London and Westminster.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

London Eye

We will finish this visit with the last stop at the London Eye, where if you want to get up you can enjoy some of the best views from the heights of London. The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. It is often called the Millennium Wheel because it was built to celebrate 2000 years since the birth of Jesus Christ. The London Eye is 443 feet tall, weighs 28.5 tonnes and has a diameter of 394 metres. Its 32 capsules can carry up to 14 people each and it takes 25 minutes to complete one revolution.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Tamesis Dock

You will take a boat ride in the Thamesis for one hour.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Buckingham Palace

We will see the famous Big Ben and Buckingham Palace where you can observe the changing of the guard whenever it is done.Buckingham Palace is the London residence of the British monarch. It has been a royal residence for centuries and is one of the most iconic buildings in the world.
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2 hours 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private 8-hour Tour of London: Private driver and licensed guide?

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 (GMT). 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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private 8-hour Tour of London: Private driver and licensed guide?
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 (GMT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Taxes.
  • Tickets to London Eye.
  • Private 1 hour boat ride in Thamesis.
  • Pick up and drop off from your hotel.
  • Private luxury vehicle with chauffeur 8 hours.
  • Private Official Tour guide for 8 hours in London.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Other entrance fees.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 1..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Private 8-hour Tour of London: Private driver and licensed guide is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private 8-hour Tour of London: Private driver and licensed guide will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Taxes
  • Tickets to London Eye
  • Private 1 hour boat ride in Thamesis
  • Pick up and drop off from your hotel
  • Private luxury vehicle with chauffeur 8 hours
  • Private Official Tour guide for 8 hours in London
  • Food and drinks
  • Other entrance fees

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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