An iconic car with a cult following, the classic Mini Cooper has been the darling of British motoring since its inception. Made famous by films such as The Italian Job and now reincarnated in a modern edition, the Mini is a quintessential part of the British cultural landscape.
How better then to explore the capital than in a vintage Mini? With the help of a passionate local guide and driver you can whizz down tiny backstreets, blaze a trail past iconic sights and enjoy the thrill of seeing the city from a completely different perspective.
Your driver picks you up at your hotel to start the private, three-hour trip around London's sights. You have a chance to admire the beautifully restored vintage Mini Cooper before hopping in and buckling up for the ride.
The cars are driven by professional guides who are trained to handle the city streets and fill you in on the juiciest details of London life as you go. The tours are totally flexible, you can choose where you want to go, follow a particular theme or let your local guide take you to the best places the city has to offer.
Whether you want to see the city's world-famous city landmarks, historic highlights, the backstreets of Covent Garden or street art, markets or the East End, the choice is yours.
Whatever you decide to do however, you'll be amazed at just how nimble and quick these classic cars are. Due to the Mini's tiny size, you’re able to nip through traffic and travel through lanes too small for normal cars, allowing you to avoid the traffic and experience a more intimate, ‘backstage’ side of the city.
The passionate guides bring the city to life in highly imaginative ways, revealing secrets about its history and development, taking you to places you might never otherwise see, and regaling you with stories about London's famous residents. The tour offers you a chance to see London through local eyes, discovering the kind of things you only get to know after years of living here.
At the end of your tour your driver can drop you back to your hotel or can deliver you to a spot of your choosing, recommend a place for lunch or suggest further places to visit in your own time.
Start planning your tailor-made trip by contacting one of our England specialists
These activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences around where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can suggest tours and activities that will introduce you to the local ways of life.
Borough Market with a food writer
Explore vibrant and cosmopolitan Borough Market in the company of an acclaimed chef and food writer who can take you through the historic, stall-lined lanes, introduce you to traders and fill you in on the market's history.
Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle
Get a glimpse into the lives of the British monarchy on this full-day tour that takes in the austere Buckingham Palace in London and then tours the fascinating State Apartments of imposing Windsor Castle, the preferred royal home.
Greenwich walking tour
Explore delightful Greenwich, a leafy borough renowned for its magnificent architecture and strong connections to the maritime and scientific world. Stroll through the Royal Observatory, stand straddling two hemispheres, and learn about the race to reach China aboard the Cutty Sark.
Literary tour of London
Discover some of the secrets behind London's most famous literary figures on this fascinating half-day walking tour around Bloomsbury, one of the city's most creative corners. Wander through historic streets with an expert guide and finish up at the British Library.
St Paul’s Cathedral
Discover the history behind St Paul's Cathedral on a private guided tour with a local expert. Learn about its design and construction, the craftsmen who worked on it and climb to the top of the dome for panoramic views over central London.
Theater performance at Shakespeare's Globe
Immerse yourself into the world of William Shakespeare with a trip to the Globe Theatre. This replica faithfully reproduces the original's thatched roof, open-air performance area and actors who encourage the audience to get involved in the production.
Westminster Abbey and the Tower by boat
Avoid the crowds as you discover London’s most important sites with a private guide. This intimate tour visits Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London, where you can see the Crown Jewels, with a connecting boat ride along the Thames.
You can enjoy this activity as part of the suggested tours below, or we can weave it into a trip shaped entirely around you.
