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AMERICAN FOUNDING FATHERS TOUR
Reviving the London ghosts of America's pioneers past.

● Personally-guided tour of London by private car or private coach.
● For couples, families or private groups. Duration: 8 hours.
● Prices and practical details listed below. Bookings: tours@yourlondontours.com.

ITINERARY
This tour explains how London was the cradle of modern English-speaking America. We find out that the spirit of 1776 had it origins on this side of the ‘pond’, and discover how the Star-Spangled Banner, Liberty Bell and the traditional Thanksgiving turkey all had their roots in old London town.

Morning:
We start close to the centre of London, near Trafalgar Square, where we visit visit Benjamin Franklin's London home. Franklin was the first American 'ambassador' to Britain in the days before independence. He spent much time in London, especially when working on his pioneering inventions. His original 18th century house is still perfectly preserved (open Wed-Sun. Entry fee payable - family/group rate available - not included in tour price). Then we seek out the birth-place of John Harvard and the story of how he became god-father of America's premier university.

Afternoon:
Next, there's a stop at the Pilgrim Fathers' pub (which is also an option for lunch) before we move on to the historic docklands area, launching site of many a voyage to the New World. Along the way hear tales of how Pocahontas adapted to her adopted city, the Salem witch trial connection, and the cockney First Lady.

PRICE OPTIONS
AMERICAN FOUNDING FATHERS - PERSONALLY-GUIDED FULL DAY TOUR	PRICE (Full day 9 hours).
BY PRIVATE CAR (1-4 passengers)	£350.00 (per car) + any entrance fees.
BY PRIVATE CAR (5-7 passengers)	£380.00 (per car) + any entrance fees.
BY PRIVATE MINIBUS (8-20 passengers)	£650.00 (per coach) + any entrance fees.
BY PRIVATE COACH (21-50 passengers)	£750.00 (per coach) + any entrance fees.
RENT-A-GUIDE (transport provided and arranged by client)	£225.00 (per group) + any entrance fees.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
● General: Rest assured with Your London Tours: All our tours are tailored to YOUR requirements. The guide will be exclusively dedicated to your family or group during the tour itself, so you will be able to relax and enjoy your day.

● Important note: 'Private tour' means a privately chartered guided tour by luxury car, mini-coach or public transport. We do not offer tours to individuals wishing to join a larger group (for this you require a scheduled coach tour operator).

● Availability: To avoid disappointment, we recommend early booking to secure your preferred date. Dates may be subject to the availability of appropriate guides. Access to attractions may also be subject to daily or seasonal variations in opening times.

● The guide: Your tour will be conducted by a fully accredited & qualified guide who will confirm your itinerary at the start of the tour and provide a friendly and knowledgeable commentary throughout. For private car tours the guide will also drive the vehicle.

● Pick-up/drop-off: You can be picked-up for your tour anywhere in the London area, whether at your hotel, place of residence, or any venue of your request. The same applies as a dropping-off point after the tour.

● Timings: The guide will meet you at the recommended start time of 09.00 or any time of your request. The duration of this tour is 8 hours from pick-up to drop-off, which includes built-in stops for photo opportunities, facilities, and a 1-hour lunch break.

● Lunch: An appropriate restaurant, traditional pub, or sandwich stop can be arranged for lunch (note: tour price does not include food or refreshments). Alternatively, you may want to bring a pre-packed lunch. The guide usually takes a rest during this period.

● Price: As shown in the table above. It does NOT include entrance fees (we recommend they are paid on the day) lunch or refreshments. Payment methods, privacy, cancellation and refund policies and full terms & conditions are listed on our Prices & Bookings page.

● Clothing: Clients should dress appropriately making allowances for the changeable British weather, outdoor activities or visiting churches, etc. Our main tip is to dress comfortably. For more tips to help make your tour even more enjoyable click here.

● Format: The tour has been specially researched and designed by our staff (copyright applies) and is exclusive to Your London Tours & associates. Selected elements of different tours can be combined to create even more options. See our Pick & Mix page.

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