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Discover a country filled with epic landscapes, fairy-tales castles and vibrant modern cities bursting with unforgettable experiences to share. Whether it’s gazing at the London skyline from the top of iconic St Paul’s and sipping the finest single malt whisky in a pub in the Scottish Highlands, or tracing footsteps of Banksy in Bristol, discovering musical legends in Liverpool and exploring the history of Cardiff Castle in the stunning heart of Wales, there’s a Britain that’s perfect for you.
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1. The Canterbury Classic Tour
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5.0 based on 28 reviews
Come with us and delve into the rich history of Canterbury and explore this amazing city with CT Tours. With your dedicated and accredited tour guide, you will experience over 2000 years of Canterbury's history. With something for everybody, from accounts of ancient settlers to medieval murder and martyrdom, before stories of the many famous historical figures, artists and notable locals round up Canterbury's story right up to the present day!
Inclusions: Reproduction historical images and objects.
Exclusions: Entry to any attractions including Canterbury Cathedral and its precincts
2. Hogwarts Express and the Scenic Highlands Day Tour from Inverness
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
Enjoy a full-day of stunning scenery and fresh Highland air, as we travel all the way around Loch Ness and along the idyllic West Coast. Our journey reveals ancient ruins, a poignant war memorial, beautiful beaches and a hidden waterfall – with untamed mountains never far from sight. Not only will you watch the Jacobite Steam Train as it crosses the Glenfinnan Viaduct, you will later hop aboard and experience it for yourself. Made famous by the Harry Potter films, and voted one of the world’s most scenic railways, this is a trip you’ll never forget!
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Jacobite Steam Train, Expert local guide
Exclusions: Lunch, Restroom on board, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Gratuities
Reviewed By 180rebecar
Despite Covid-19 this tour company makes us feel very safe, they had sanitisers and a considerable social distancing inside the tour bus. Was the best way to see the highlands and their incredible landscape, our tour guide Caitlin was incredible, knowledgeable, full of energy, kind, and happy, if you take this tour make sure you ask for her as she did this experience much more memorable. The visit to Loch Ness was fantastic we had the boat trip there also a must to do!
3. Mad Day Out Beatles Taxi Tours
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5.0 based on 105 reviews
A bespoke Beatles Tour across Liverpool, in a unique John Lennon Rolls Royce themed electric taxi cab. As a one man company we guarantee that you will receive a personal service and contact from the owner Ian from your initial booking and ongoing contact. All tours are conducted by Ian giving you the assurance that you will experience the same high standard as that mentioned by all our customers in their reviews on TripAdvisor. The zero emissions vehicle benefits from a separate passenger compartment, air conditioning,and free WiFi
Inclusions: Port (Liverpool Cruise Terminal), airport (Liverpool John Lennon Airport) and hotel pickup
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Reviewed By 709clairef
This tour was fantastic from the second we’d booked it!! The communication from Ian was quick and efficient, much helped by the fact that he does all the organising/booking/tours himself so he knows exactly what he’s doing. The tour itself was just so informative, I cannot believe that one person can remember that many facts and dates, Ians knowledge verges on encyclopaedic! I won’t say too much about the places that you visit as you need to book and see for yourselves. What I will say though is that is was fun, informative, good value for money, breathtaking and that chances are we will return to Liverpool with family next year and do this tour again, hopefully the weather will be better next time, but even that wasn’t enough to dampen our spirits. Thank you Ian, it was a real pleasure to meet you!
4. Street Art: The Modern History of the Northern Quarter
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5.0 based on 47 reviews
Explore the back streets of the Northern Quarter, find film locations and street art and discover how ceramic art transformed the area into the city's coolest district. You can also cast a critical eye on things as you learn about issues facing the city from social justice to public spaces. The tour tracks the transformation of the Northern Quarter since the 1970s when it was in decline in the wake of our first American-style shopping mall, the Arndale Centre, opening. The area, the one with the highest density of protected buildings in the city, was cited by cultural icon Tony Wilson in the early 90s as being 'our Detroit' owing to a mass evacuation of businesses. Abandoned and ruined it was the public art that turned the area around from 1998 onwards. The tour discovers that original ceramic art trail and uses more modern street art in order to weave together the narrative. I donate 10% of profits to local causes. Sustainable, thoughtful and inclusive tourism since 2012.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By Simon W
We’ve been on a couple of Skyliner tours and couldn’t recommend them more. Highly entertaining and educational.
5. Best of York on Foot - Socially Distanced Small Group Walking Tour
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5.0 based on 150 reviews
The story of York is the story of England in wood, stone and chocolate. Let our expert guides lead you on a ninety-minute journey through 2000 years, from the arrival of the Romans to the birth of the KitKat. This family-friendly walking tour includes all the key sights - including the Minster and Shambles - though we will also lead you deep into the medieval maze, or Snickelways. This is the secret side of York you would never be able to experience from an open-topped bus! PLEASE NOTE THAT THE SAFETY OF OUR VISITORS IS OF PARAMOUNT IMPORTANCE: WE PLEDGE TO FOLLOW ALL CURRENT GUIDELINES ON SOCIAL DISTANCING AND TO ENSURE THIS THE TOURS ARE LIMITED TO A CAPACITY OF SIX PEOPLE PER GUIDE.
Inclusions: Complementary map of York , Multimedia illustrations accompany the tour - all guides carry iPads, Personalised greeting sign at the meeting point
Exclusions: Entrance fees: the tour is outdoors and does not include museums or the interior of the cathedral.
Reviewed By samuelmA5015EW
We very much enjoyed this walk in York's City centre that offered a great glimpse of the city's history and character. We particularly liked the guide's (Alfred) perspective and story telling which combines various perspectives, notably architectural and historical. Very professional and captivating. We recommend to purchase his book that is the perfect complement to the visit.
6. Bad of Bath fun Walking Tour of Bath
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5.0 based on 47 reviews
Explore the other side of Georgian Bath in this fun and humorous walking tour taking in all the famous sites. Discover Bath's corrupt side, a city described by Methodist preacher John Wesley as one of the most sinful and depraved places in the country. You will hear tales of a city full of gamblers, thieves, opportunists, rogues and ladies of the night.
Inclusions: Tour Guide
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Reviewed By coffeejules
We came about the sign for this whilst walking around the town of Bath. There were four of us two adults and two 18 year olds - we all loved it. very interesting and lucky for us there was no one else on the tour - so it was a practically a private tour - will recommend to all friends. Learnt loads and so interesting. A must for all visitors to Bath.
7. Regents Canal Waterbus boat tour Camden Town to Little Venice
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5.0 based on 64 reviews
From modern day urban graffiti, unique architecture, industrial history to landscaped gardens and wildlife, the route gives an insight to the unique mix that forms this part of London. Travel on a converted traditional narrowboat
Inclusions: Travel on a converted traditional narrow-boat
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Reviewed By lucypJ601MJ
Thank you for a fab 45 minute tour. Was a lovely leisurely cruise having had to run to make the boat ???? Loved our tour guide Nikki who gave some fun and educational facts.. our favourite was the mention of the term toerags! Would 100% recommend if you are travelling in either direction.
8. BATH: Walking Tour with Blue Badge Tourist Guide (90 Minutes)
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4.9 based on 314 reviews
This is a fantastic opportunity to be introduced to the World Heritage City of Bath by the UK's only qualified tourist guides. They are the internationally respected Blue Badge registered / fully insured / Institute of Tourist Guiding qualified guides. They will ensure you take away a full understanding of Bath, and show you the must-see highlights. The walking tour will be informative, interesting, entertaining, and historically correct!
Inclusions: Blue Badge Tourist Guide
Exclusions: Gimmicks!
Reviewed By sammW68JA
Great walk. Weather was perfect and the guide Fred even better :) Gave a whole new perspective to the city. Definitely recommend.
9. The Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness
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4.9 based on 207 reviews
Leave the city for the day and explore the beautiful Isle of Skye. Visit Eilean Donan Castle; one of Scotland's most photographed castles and cross the bridge to the scenic Isle of Skye. Visit Portree, it's village-capital and marvel in the beautiful scenic nature all in one day.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By Beardless92
Truly a one of a lifetime experience! Marita is a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide! I should also add she is a great driver, cause those Highland roads can get a bit narrow ???? The experience is very immersive, and just listening to Conquest of Paradise while driving through the Highlands is EPIC! Hope you get lucky with the weather as we did, cause all the main photo stops, the sky was clear and lighting was just perfect! ???? The views are stunning, the castles bring their own stories and mysteries and the Isle of Skye is truly another world in itself! I would like to thank the whole Timberbush Team for this ride! I can only wholeheartedly recommend to anyone!! ????????????????????????????❤️
10. The Manchester City Stadium Tour
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4.9 based on 520 reviews
The new Manchester City Stadium Tour is the most immersive tour experience in Premier League football. Using the latest technology, dreams come true as you and your loved ones sit and interact with Pep Guardiola in the press room. Feel totally immersed in the City Story via our new 360 degree cinema experience and be wowed by the stunning audio-visual experience in the First Team changing room. There is a surprise at every turn! Expertly guided through the behind the scenes areas of the Stadium by our City Tour Guides, each area will be brought to life with interesting stories, facts and anecdotes. This is more than a stadium tour, this unique experience brings the magic of City to life! All tours are translated into different languages using the latest state of the art media guides. Languages include: French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Spanish, Korean, Arabic, and Portuguese.
Inclusions: Audio/Visual Guide
Exclusions: Match ticket
Reviewed By salawasteve
All round great place to visit but compared to lots of other stadiums I have been to the staff dealing with drinks and food do not know how to do their jobs not isolated I tried three different stations and had each sever had to ask for help to get two drinks and a piece of food over the line lol , totally inept staff causing massive queuing problems and making people angry and frustrated Man City management need to grip this problem it spoils a great experience
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