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Trip Valid:8 Jun 2010 to 31 Dec 2011
Duration:7 - 8 hours
Pickup location:
Piccadilly Circus, in front of the Criterion Restaurant
Pickup time:10.00 AM
Drop-off location:
Piccadilly Circus
Drop-off time:6.00 PM
Highlights:
Cruise the exclusive shops and arcades of Mayfair, see the pomp and show of the palace's Changing of the Guard, squeeze through London's narrowest alley, experience bustling Soho and its famed café culture
Trip Code:UKUC Group size:Minimum 1, Maximum 12 Price:USD 62.38 Style:Walking & Orientiation, Local Transport, Heritage & HistorySee the best sights of London on a tour of the City's icons and hidden gems! Explore the royal parks and wander through ancient streets. Hang out in vibrant Covent Garden spend time admiring artefacts at the British Museum and get a taste of London's café culture.
Itinerary
From the famous Criterion Restaurant we head off on foot across Regent Street. We wander exclusive Jermyn street full of famous gentlemen’s tailoring boutiques & see where the Queen buys her cheese. Diving through stunning Victorian shopping arcades, we emerge by Hatchards (the oldest book shop in London) and go to the legendary Fortnum & Mason food emporium.
Holding Royal warrants for over 150 years, the staff still wear tailcoats, and deliveries are made by horse & carriage! We might be lucky enough to encounter the famous Changing of the Guards, before strolling through beautiful St James park.
Glimpse the famous frontdoor at No.10 before escaping into the quiet squares & ancient back streets of Westminster and seeing the Houses of Parliament.
Squeeze past the English National Opera using a street only 15 inches wide! Stroll the Covent Garden piazza, admire the Bridge of Aspiration and discover the bohemian Neal’s Yard.
Hear the history of the Rosetta stone & Parthenon Marbles at the British Museum.
Enter the gates of thriving Chinatown and down hidden streets before emerging into the shadow of Eros to finish the tour underneath the bright lights of Piccadilly Circus.
Inclusion
English Speaking Expert Guide, ride in a black cab from the Ritz to Buckingham Palace
Exclusion
On your Urban Adventure you could be jumping on a London bus or travelling like a local on the tube. Please remember to bring your OysterCard or a London TravelCard Zone 1-2 with you.
We allow an hour for lunch, and your guide will be happy to recommend a selection of restaurants & cafes.
Voucher Exchange details
Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip.
Confirmation of booking
Please contact the London Urban Adventures office on 0207 354 6169 to confirm your trip 24 hours prior to departure.
Your trip
For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Dress Standard
A good pair of comfortable walking shoes is advisable. Obviously being London, wet weather gear is also useful.
Children policy
Younger children may find these tours too tiring. We think they are suitable for children over the age of 11, but if in doubt, please contact us
Language
English- Cancellations made more than 2 days prior to travel receive a full refund
- Cancellations made 2 days or less prior to travel attract a 100% cancellation fee.
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