UNITED KINGDOM · PRIVATE
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Some of these fill weeks ahead and some you can walk up to on the morning. Below are 15 private tours worth your afternoon, each with its price, its start point and the detail that decides it.
Private 4-hour black cab tour with central hotel pickup. Westminster, Whitehall, St Paul’s, West End sights, Borough Market, Globe.
“We did the Black Cab and it was the best. Patrick was fantastic and a great tour guide. Wonderful experience, best family photos and guide and we felt we got the best history lesson.”
A 90-minute private Harry Potter walk in Edinburgh, led by a guide, from Greyfriars to Victoria Street. Personal, fun, and wand-ready.
“It was nice to have a private tour but could have used a little more interaction. We did find it confusing to where we were going to meet our guide but once we found him it was good.”
Private black taxi tour of Belfast’s murals and Peace Wall with hotel pickup and a moving, balanced guide.
“Joseph was very knowledgeable and gave personal accounts to fortify his presentation! On time, clean vehicle, kind and courteous! We learned a lot and would recommend this tour to anyone!!”
Step into Stonehenge Inner Circle on a private London day trip, then stroll Lacock and visit Bath, with Roman Baths upgrade.
“What a fun day. Really a lot of fun. Ava was such a great guide and took great care of us. Stonehenge is very cool to see in person and if you’re on the fence about spending money to go inside the circles, it’s so worth it.”
Meet a Beefeater at the Tower of London, skip the ticket line, then see the Crown Jewels with time to wander at your pace.
“It was very informative. AJ, our Beefeater and tour guide, was incredibly nice and kind and educational. She was honest about the history of The Tower, and we were really glad we got her as our guide!”
Private York walking tour with hotel pickup, a tailored guide, and stories from York Minster to Clifford’s Tower in 2 to 3 hours.
“Very much enjoyed our private tour - gave a wonderful insight into the history and events of York and much greater appreciation of all the little details”
Private 2-hour black taxi tour of London with hotel pickup, real driver commentary, and flexible landmark stops from Buckingham to St Paul.
“Wonderful experience! 2 hours went by in a flash. Learned fascinating facts about London - from the early days to current time. Paul also knew a few fun spots to get out and walk around for a real up-close view. And he took photos of us in iconic areas - but outside of the crowds. Gave us great ideas for how to spend time during rest of our stay. Made all the difference for our visit to London!”
Private London arrival transfer from major airports to London City or Docklands, with meet-and-assist pickup and direct hotel drop-offs.
“Our driver was prompt, professional, and friendly. She was a safe driver. She got us to our destination without incident.”
Private 3-hour Beatles taxi tour of Liverpool with hotel pickup, photo stops at Strawberry Field, Penny Lane, Mendips and Woolton.
“This was a wonderful tour around Liverpool to visit the birth places of The Beatles. As well as some significant local hotspots that has something to do with the music.”
Private Isle of Skye day trip from Inverness with Loch Ness, Eilean Donan Castle, Portree lunch stop, and Old Man of Storr views.
“Weather didn't always cooperate but we enjoyed the stops we made. Would have liked more on the history and folklore of the Isle!”
A small-group British Museum guide (up to 8) for 2.5 hours, focused on major artifacts like the Rosetta Stone, plus mummies and more.
“Great tour. Ivo was great, very informative and knowledgeable. He was engaging and did a fantastic job.”
Private 8-hour Highlands tour from Inverness to Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness, Culloden, Clava Cairns, plus Beauly and whisky tasting options.
“This tour had a lot of interesting stops. Our driver William was fantastic and made the experience well worthwhile. He worked tirelessly for 8 hours to keep us informed, laughing and at times tearful. Clava Cairns, Culloden, the whiskey stop were the highlights of the tour. The hairy coos and Urquhart castle were less impressive. Our stop for lunch and the priory were a lot of fun. William was the greatest highlight of all. He told us so many stories. You could fill a book.”
Private London black cab tour with hotel pickup, smart photo stops at top sights, and a smooth 4-hour loop of Westminster and beyond.
“Easy way to see london after a long red eye flight. Guide really engaged my teens who are often hard to please”
VIP Tower of London tour with timed entry, Crown Jewels, White Tower armory, and a private Beefeater meet and greet. 3 hours.
“It has been over 38 years since I’ve been to London and the tower very informative. Very glad that we went.”
Private panoramic London tour in a classic car with easy pickup, photo stops at Borough Market, Covent Garden, and Leake Street Arches.
“We had a wonderful time touring around London in a vintage mini. Our guide/driver did a great job sharing knowledge and showing us areas we had not been to before.”
