HENRY VIII TOURS | Recommended by Time Out & NY Times

HENRY VIII: MAGNIFICENT MONSTER
Married six times, serial wife killer, England’s most frightening king...

● 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
No other king in history is more talked about, written about or argued about. Married six times, serial wife killer, and the main character in the most incredible historical soap-opera. He had a massive ego, a monstrous temper, and, in his own lifetime, was described as the most dangerous and cruel man in the world: ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, presenting the Tudor megalomaniac and England's most infamous king, Henry VIII.

Morning
We start by visiting the Tower of London for a personally-guided tour. Described by Shakespeare as 'The Slaughterhouse', the Tower is London's oldest building and a World Heritage site. This tour features the tragic tale of Henry’s second wife Anne Boleyn as its central theme. Also see the Crown Jewels, king of bling! And the famous Beefeaters, with costumes designed in Henry’s reign. (Tower entry fee payable - family/group rate available. Not included in tour price).

Next, we take a driving tour of the London places identified with Henry’s great ‘dissolution’ (not on public transport version), including Smithfield, Blackfriars and Westminster Abbey. Hear how he shut down the great monastic institutions and greedily benefitted from their wealth.

Afternoon
After lunch the tour heads for the world famous Hampton Court: 500 years of royal history in Britain’s greatest palace: the one that Henry VIII stole! Now it’s two palaces in one. Highlights include the authentic Tudor kitchens, the Great Hall and the Chapel Royal. There’s also an important art collection and the magnificent gardens featuring the world’s oldest maze for you to get lost in! (Hampton Court entry fee payable - family/group rate available. Not included in tour price).

On the way back discuss with your guide your own thoughts and theories on Henry, his life and his impact on history. You will be in good hands with our dedicated staff, so you can rest assured that you will be able to relax and enjoy this tour.

PRICE OPTIONS
HENRY VIII: MAGNIFICENT MONSTER - 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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