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Black Taxi Tours<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Why not let one of our excellent tour guides take you around London in the comfort of one of London’s iconic black taxis. Three of our Excellent guides are qualified black taxi drivers having done the world famous “Knowledge” and this, combined with their tour guiding training make them the best guides to this great city. Simply send a message to the driver you prefer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Black taxi tours are private, just for you and your guests or family. We can pick you up from any location in central London and tours can last from 2 hours upwards. Choose from one of our exclusive tours or why not tell us more about your interests and we can tailor the tour to suit you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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All our taxis are wheelchair accessible<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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All our Excellent taxi guides are qualified by at least one of the relevant guiding associations of London: Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers Cab Guide, City of Westminster Guide Lecturers Association, City of London Guide Lecturers Association. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Knowledge of London<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The world\u2019s most stringent \u201cTaxi Driving Examination\u201d. A three to four year process requiring drivers to have an encyclopedic knowledge of the 25,000 streets and over 50,000 points of interest within a six mile radius of London\u2019s centre and to have an extensive knowledge of London\u2019s suburbs. All drivers have undergone an advanced driving test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also requiring drivers to have an impeccable honest character, with no criminal record which is proved through the licensing requirement to hold an up to date DBS certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can be driven around London\u2019s streets, safe in the knowledge that London\u2019s taxis are the best in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Black Taxi Tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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City Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

4-hour tour<\/strong> – price on request<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7-hour tour<\/strong> – price on request<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Together with your Excellent guide, you will explore London’s rich cultural heritage, taking in all the highlights in the comfort of your own private taxi. Hop out of the taxi, walk, talk & take your pics, then jump back in to continue your tour. During our City highlights tour you can expect to see the iconic London landmarks, including, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament and The Tower of London to name just a few and it can be tailored to suit your priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our 4 hour half day tour is available in the morning between 8am to 1pm or in the afternoon between 1:30pm and 6pm. The 7 hour day tour is available between 8am – 6pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you should know<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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  • Prices per taxi (not per person)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Maximum of 6 passengers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Engagements include a pick-up and drop-off, and are timed to and from a prearranged central London location of your choice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Pick-up and drop-off to and from a location outside of central London, i.e. airports and coastal ports can be made available upon request for an additional charge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • We only visit the outside of London’s famous landmarks, unless previously arranged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • London traffic may effect our ability to see all advertised London attractions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n
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    London at Night<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    2.5 hour tour = <\/strong>price on request<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

    A really popular choice with those looking to experience London by night, The skyline is incredible and you will see London come alive at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What you should know<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    • Prices per taxi (not per person)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Maximum of 6 passengers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Engagements include a pick-up and drop-off, and are timed to and from a prearranged central London location of your choice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Pick-up and drop-off to and from a location outside of central London, i.e. airports and coastal ports can be made available upon request for an additional charge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • We only visit the outside of London’s famous landmarks, unless previously arranged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • London traffic may effect our ability to see all advertised London attractions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n
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      Christmas Lights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      2.5 hour tour = <\/strong>price on request<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Lighten up your winter mood with a tour of London\u2019s Christmas lights. Starting the second week in November. Experience London\u2019s bridges and world famous shops that are decked out in just the most beautiful festive light displays<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      What you should know<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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      • Prices per taxi (not per person)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Maximum of 6 passengers<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Engagements include a pick-up and drop-off, and are timed to and from a prearranged central London location of your choice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Pick-up and drop-off to and from a location outside of central London, i.e. airports and coastal ports can be made available upon request for an additional charge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • We only visit the outside of London’s famous landmarks, unless previously arranged.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • London traffic may effect our ability to see all advertised London attractions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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