Top England Sightseeing Tours - page 133

Rutland is England’s smallest and some might say its prettiest county. One thing is for certain, Rutland lives up to its motto, Multum in Parvo or ‘much in little’. In this private tour you will just want this beautiful little place has to offer. Explore the market towns and rolling countryside and its famous Rutland Water. Visit castles, churches and walk down beautiful streets and lanes. Perhaps treat yourself to something nice. Rutland is well known for being foodie paradise (Pork Pie and Stilton for me if you're asking). One thing you won’t help but notice is the beautiful rolling countryside in Rutland which combined with its perfect picturesque villages has been labelled the new Cotswolds we will find out why. This is a private tour just for you by car with a certain level of walking at each spot. I know where I'd like to take you but it's all easy going and we can go with the flow, wherever that takes us. There truly is Much In Little.

Commemorate your London vacation in a way most tourists won’t—with a private photoshoot around some of the city’s most iconic sights. Whether you want to capture your family’s London adventure or you’d like pictures of you and your partner looking your best on a romantic getaway, this professional photographer is here to help make sure your memories of the city last a lifetime.

Discover the continuing impact of poet and playwright William Shakespeare by exploring his birthplace of Stratford-upon-Avon on this full-day private tour from London. Visit the Bard’s home-turned-museum to learn about his early life, as well as the nearby Swan Theatre—part of the Royal Shakespeare Company—which still stages productions of Shakespearean plays.

Begin your journey at the picturesque waterfront. Home to the famous Albert Dock and its array of museums, galleries, and restaurants. Marvel at the stunning architecture of Liverpool Cathedral, one of the city's most iconic landmarks. Admire the Gothic-style design. Wander through the charming streets of the Georgian Quarter, lined with elegant townhouses and leafy squares. Explore the Royal Albert Dock, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most visited tourist destinations in the UK. Stroll along the waterfront promenade, lined with shops, cafes, and bars, and admire the beautifully restored warehouses. Conclude your tour with a leisurely walk through Liverpool One, the city's premier shopping and leisure destination. Browse the diverse range of shops, enjoy a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants, or simply soak up the bustling atmosphere of this vibrant district.

Discover London in comfort and at your own pace with this 4-hour private driving experience. Travel in a private vehicle with a professional driver, perfect for guests who want flexibility, efficiency, and a relaxed way to see the city without navigating public transport. This experience includes transportation only. The driver is not a licensed tour guide and will not provide guided commentary or historical explanations, but will gladly follow your preferred route and accommodate reasonable photo stops. The itinerary covers some of London’s most iconic sights. The order of visits will depend on your pickup location, which may begin on the west side (Kensington), central London (Mayfair), or the east side (Trinity Square) to ensure the most efficient route. Possible locations may include the sights that you can find in the itinerary details. Ideal for visitors with a clear plan who want to see more of London comfortably and privately.

Travel by luxury Mercedes sedan with private chauffeur and your own fully qualified blue badge guide. See Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Palace in one day.

Private chauffeured experience Luxury Mercedes air conditioned vehicles Private Blue Badge guide. This is the highest qualification available. Enjoy a fully guided tour of two of the countries best visitor attractions with your own personal guide. Enjoy a private guided tour of Windsor Castle through the State Rooms, the Semi-State Rooms, St Georges Chapel and the magnificent grounds of this castle that dates back almost 1,000 years. Then travel through the English countryside to the mysterious site of Stonehenge that dates back around 5,000 years and your guide will tell you why and how we think this site was built.

VIP tour Windsor Castle specialist guide Private chauffeur Door to door transport to and from Central London

This walking tour offers a seamless journey through Norwich’s rich past and vibrant present, combining iconic landmarks such as Norwich Cathedral and Norwich Castle with hidden gems like Elm Hill and the picturesque River Wensum. Guests experience a perfect balance of history, architecture, and local culture, all within a compact and easy-to-enjoy route led at a comfortable pace. By blending storytelling with scenic stops and authentic city highlights, this tour creates an engaging and memorable experience that brings Norwich to life—making it an ideal choice for visitors who want to discover the city’s character.

Enhance your experience of royal London on a 1 hour and 45 minute walking tour of the English capital’s regal sights. Alongside your guide, you’ll amble along the Mall, admire the verdant splendor of St James’ Park and learn about the rich history of the British monarchy. Witness the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Household Cavalry ceremony — conducted Horseguards Parade — and soak up the bustling atmosphere of Trafalgar Square, home to the colossal Nelson’s Column.

Combine sightseeing with dancing on this private silent disco tour through London's alternative neighborhood of Camden. Put on a pair of headphones and make your way past key sights, including the Amy Winehouse Statue, Camden Market, the Electric Ballroom, and more. Listen to commentary from your guide and a dance-inspiring playlist as you go. Ideal for large groups, as this private tour accommodates up to 15 travelers for one set price.

Your 90-minute private walking tour is led by a current student or graduate of Cambridge University and you will get to see all the most famous colleges and landmarks with authentic insights into student life.

The Perfect Introduction to the Lake District Unlike large coach tours, this private 4-hour experience is designed exclusively for your group, allowing you to explore the Lake District at a relaxed pace. Travel in comfort in an executive Mercedes vehicle with a knowledgeable local guide, following a scenic circular route that showcases a variety of lakes, valleys, viewpoints and historic villages without retracing the same roads. Visit highlights such as Grasmere, Little Langdale, Skelwith Force, Tarn Hows, Hawkshead and Wray Castle, while enjoying personalised commentary and flexible photo stops throughout. • Private 4-hour tour tailored to your interests • Executive Mercedes vehicle • Knowledgeable local driver-guide • Scenic viewpoints, waterfalls and historic villages • Complimentary hotel and Oxenholme Station pickup

Get ready to zoom through time with a fun, friendly explorer guide in one of the most exciting museums in the world! Meet mighty heroes and everyday people from thousands of years ago and discover just how much (or how little!) their lives were like ours. Marvel at pharaohs and fearsome warriors, gasp at the enormous jaw of a mammoth, and uncover magical objects once used to predict the weather or talk to spirits. Be dazzled by a golden ship that announces dinner and a mysterious surprise linked to Banksy. From ancient mummies and curious jars to long-lost treasures and legendary finds, this adventure is packed with stories, surprises, and smiles - the most fun you can possibly have in a museum! And unlike a group tour, this adventure is completely private - just your family and your guide, moving at your own pace, stopping wherever wonder strikes.

This tour combines culture, heritage and shops. I can tailor it to suit your interests - if you want to see more of something or less of something else I can take you a different route. I know the area better than anyone else as I have lived here for 28 years and am training in explaining things to people. I am patient and I try to be amusing.

Discover over two thousand years of British heritage on a private, tailor-made walking tour through Canterbury. This exclusive experience gives you complete control, letting you choose your ideal route, pick your preferred stops, and set a custom pace with a dedicated guide. Whether you want to admire the timber architecture of the King's Mile, wander the historic Cathedral Precincts, or explore the massive stone fortifications of the Westgate Towers, your itinerary adapts entirely to your interests. Because this tour is fully customizable, routes and durations naturally vary based on your custom selections. Choose Your Route: Select between medieval defensive towers, ancient monastic ruins, or historic lanes. Pick Your Duration: Design a flexible historical timeline lasting from 2 to 4 hours. Select Your Stops: Focus your itinerary on history, architecture, or religious heritage. Set Your Own Pace: Dictate the walking speed and break times to perfectly suit your private group.

The tour starts at the war memorial beside St Thomas' Church, where Norman overlords once used religion as an instrument of power. You'll follow the medieval grid that still defines Lymington today, visit the Angel Inn courtyard where a churchwarden ran a lucrative smuggling operation, and hear stories of French Royalist troops billeted during the Revolution. The tour ends at Fishermen's Quay, where the river that gave Lymington its reason for existing still flows, and where the Essex Regiment embarked for Normandy on 3rd June, 1944. Along the way you'll uncover the story of Captain Arthur Phillip, who left from this quay to found Australia's first colony, and discover General James Wolfe's last night in England before winning Canada from the French.

Explore Newcastle your way on this private walking tour designed completely around your personal interests. You can fully customize your route, pick your ideal tour duration, select your preferred historic stops, and set the walking pace. Whether you are fascinated by Roman origins, medieval defensive strongholds, or stunning 19th-century Georgian streetscapes, you choose the historic path that interests you most with a dedicated local guide. Choose your route: Decide between admiring grand Georgian architecture or uncovering hidden medieval friaries. Pick your duration: Opt for a 2, 3, or 4-hour experience to fit your schedule. Select your stops: Choose to highlight medieval defensive castle keeps or iconic riverside bridges. Set the walking pace: Enjoy a flexible, private experience customized entirely for your group. Please note: Your exact walking route and final stops may vary based on the specific customization options you select with your private guide.

Few moments in history match the drama of January 30th, 1649, when a reigning king was publicly beheaded by his own subjects. On this self-guided walking tour with historian Dan Snow, you'll retrace Charles I's final journey through London, from his last night in a royal palace to the scaffold outside his own home. You'll hear how political paranoia, religious conflict, and one king's unshakeable belief in his divine authority brought a monarchy to its knees. The tour starts at the corner of Piccadilly and St James's Street, walking down to St James's Palace, where Charles spent his final night saying goodbye to his two youngest children. You'll cross St James's Park – the same route the king walked on the morning of his execution, flanked by 1,200 soldiers – before heading toward the seat of Parliament.

London, 1666: plague-ravaged, war-drained, and bone dry. Join historian Dan Snow on this self-guided walking tour to track the Great Fire from a baker's forgotten oven to the smouldering ruins of a transformed city. Starting on Pudding Lane, you'll walk south through the streets where catastrophe unfolded, discovering how four days of fire reshaped London forever. On this 75-minute tour, you'll: * Stand inside Leadenhall Market, built over the ruins of Roman London's basilica * Walk St Michael's Alley and understand how narrow medieval lanes acted as vertical chimneys * Visit the Guildhall, the only secular stone building in the City predating 1666 * Learn why King Charles II personally overrode his Lord Mayor to save London

The tour will begin at the East Gate entrance to the remains of the Roman Fort of Anderida. You then pay a visit to St Nicolas' Church, built in 1216 on the site of a Saxon Priory, before following an off-road path behind the castle to St Mary’s Church (built 1080), viewing the 1066 shoreline along the way. Leaving the church, you will follow the route taken by the Norman soldiers on their march to Hastings, before returning to Pevensey Castle (admission included). Throughout the tour, your guide will Use maps, diagrams and local landmarks to: Explain the geography of the area in the 11th century and why it was an ideal location for William to land here in 1066. Detail the events of 1066 including the Norman landing; Talk about the Feudal system introduced by the Normans; Consider the type of castle built at Pevensey and how it evolved over the Norman period; Offer an insight into the history of Pevensey castle over the following centuries.

Roman London isn't buried beneath the city – it is the city. On this audio walking tour by ancient historian Tristan Hughes, you'll follow the rise and fall of Londinium, from its founding as a Roman military outpost to its destruction by fire and its eventual abandonment. You'll pass through Leadenhall Market, built over the foundations of a basilica that was once the largest civic complex north of the Alps, and continue through the streets the Romans laid out as a deliberate display of imperial power. Along the way, you'll discover how 35,000 people once lived here – eating dormice and figs, bumping into merchants from Palmyra and soldiers from the Rhine – before plague, rebellion, and the collapse of the Empire's frontiers drained the city of its reason to exist. By 410 AD, Emperor Honorius told the cities of Britain to look to their own defences, and Rome simply walked away.

Enjoy a private and flexible 8-hour London sightseeing experience with convenient pickup from anywhere in London, within the M25 area, your hotel, or Heathrow Airport. Travel comfortably in a private vehicle with a professional driver and visit London’s most famous landmarks at your own pace. Perfect for families, couples, and travellers who want a personalised way to explore the city without the limits of a group tour.

Explore London's rich history and culture with a private educational bus tour tailored for school and university groups. This customisable experience offers exclusive use of the bus, allowing your group to learn about iconic landmarks while enjoying engaging commentary from knowledgeable guides. Perfect for various educational themes such as history, politics, and literature, this tour can be adjusted to meet your curriculum goals. Add optional stops at key attractions for a more enriching experience. - Max. 65 Passengers per bus (41 upper deck / 24 lower deck) - Fully customisable itinerary with flexible start times and pick-up locations - Ideal for primary and secondary school trips, university societies, and international students - Choose from open-top, closed-top, or vintage bus options for your group - Extend your tour with add-on attractions like the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey