From Heathrow Airport to 5 Hour Private Tour in London
At a glance
From Heathrow Airport to 5 Hour Private Tour in London is a 5h 30m private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Trust Transfers. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $673.31 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Private transportation, 75 Minutes of Free Waiting Time From Landing, Meet & Greet inside the Arrivals Hall.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 12 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 5h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Do you have a layover in London for another destination and want to take advantage of the time for a unique and real experience?
This tour will give you the opportunity to compress your precious time and be able to visit, in a relatively short time, the most attractive touristic landmarks in London.
Ordinary tourists opting for public transport and walking require approximately two days to finish this tour, missing out on the hottest spots and breathtaking panoramas. Unlike them, we offer expert suggestions to unveil London, ensuring an unforgettable experience.
The London tour is available for scheduling between 05:00 and 22:00, any day of the week. It typically lasts around 5 to 6 hours, encompassing services such as passenger pickup from Heathrow Airport, transportation between points of interest (with brief waiting times at stops), and concluding back at Heathrow Airport.
What's included
What's included
- Private transportation
- 75 Minutes of Free Waiting Time From Landing
- Meet & Greet inside the Arrivals Hall
- Bottled water
- Luggage Assistance
- Optional extension available: £15.00 per 15 minutes beyond the 5-hour duration.
- Heathrow Airport Pick-up and Drop off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Flight Monitoring
Not included
- Guide
- Entry tickets
Itinerary
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Stop 1
We pickup travellers from Heathrow Airport and the journey will start from here. There will be approx. 35 min drive to the first point of interest.
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Stop 2 · 15m
The Royal Albert Hall is a large building in the City of Westminster, London. It was opened in 1871, by Queen Victoria. The hall is dedicated to her husband, Albert, Prince Consort, who had died ten years earlier. It is an auditorium where events are held.
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Stop 3 · 15m
At a cost of over £15,000,000 in today's terms the 54m high memorial has a huge gilt bronze statue of Albert Memorial in a seated position looking south towards the Royal Albert Hall. The ornate canopy, in the style of a Gothic ciborium, has marble figures standing at each corner representing Europe, Asia, Africa and America.
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Stop 4 · 15m
History of Buckingham Palace. George III bought Buckingham House in 1761 for his wife Queen Charlotte to use as a comfortable family home close to St James's Palace, where many court functions were held. Buckingham House became known as the Queen's House, and 14 of George III's 15 children were born there.
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Stop 5 · 15m
Alight for a close-up view and a classic shot with the iconic clock tower and Palace of Westminster.
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Stop 6
Driving from Big Ben towards London Eye on Westminster Bridge will give you the best view on the Thames River.
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Stop 7 · 15m
The first cathedral was built on the site in 604 A.D. and there have been a series of structural decimations and rebuilding in the years since. Christopher Wren, an English designer and architect, designed and built the current St. Paul's Cathedral after the Great Fire of 1666.
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Stop 8 · 15m
Markets began gathering at Covent Garden's new square as early as 1656, though the population was still sparse, composed mostly of wealthier tenants. Being relatively new and out-of-the-way, Covent Garden had the fortune to skirt the worst of the plague in 1665, and it avoided the Great Fire of London entirely in 1666.
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Stop 9 · 15m
The site around Trafalgar Square had been a significant landmark since the 1200s. The square's name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar, the British naval victory in the Napoleonic Wars over France and Spain that took place on 21 October 1805 off the coast of Cape Trafalgar.
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Stop 10 · 15m
Capture around the historic fortress from different angles during your short walk.
William the Conqueror built the White Tower in 1066 as a demonstration of Norman power, siting it strategically on the River Thames to act as both fortress and gateway to the capital. It is the most complete example of an 11th century fortress palace remaining in Europe. -
Stop 11 · 15m
By 1870s, around a million people were living east of London Bridge, so getting across it could take hours. Tower Bridge came out of this need for a new river crossing, and was completed in 1894. Its Neo-Gothic design was chosen to blend with the Tower of London, a request by Queen Victoria.
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Stop 12
The tour will end back to Heathrow airport and it will take approx. 50 min drive from Central London.
Meeting point
The first pick-up location can be chosen by the passenger and will be within a 3-mile radius of Heathrow Airport.
We'll reach out to the passenger using any available means to confirm their booking details, and if needed, we can adjust the pickup time and location based on the customer's preferences.
We'll ensure the driver arrives at the scheduled time for passenger pickup. We'll provide you with the driver's details and phone number, so you can contact them if necessary at any time.
At the end of your journey, you'll receive a lasting gift from us, ensuring you remember this experience for many years to come.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We can adjust the taillights at the customer's request.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the From Heathrow Airport to 5 Hour Private Tour in London take?
The experience lasts about 5h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $673.31 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Private transportation; 75 Minutes of Free Waiting Time From Landing; Meet & Greet inside the Arrivals Hall; Bottled water; Luggage Assistance; Optional extension available: £15.00 per 15 minutes beyond the 5-hour duration..
Where does it start?
The first pick-up location can be chosen by the passenger and will be within a 3-mile radius of Heathrow Airport. We'll reach out to the passenger using any available means to confirm their booking details, and if needed, we can adjust the pickup time and location based on the…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
