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Hampton Court Palace: River Thames Bike Tour

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Bike paths of the River Thames in the leafy suburbs of London + cycle to Hampton Court Palace, former residence of royals. Buy lunch at an 800-year-old market + picnic in an old royal hunting ground.

  • Free cancellation
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  • Private tour
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  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    3.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Bike hire (with a helmet on request)
    • Guide
    • Transportation to and from the meeting and end point
    • Lunch
    • Entrance fee to Hampton Court Palace
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Cycle along the leafy bike paths of the River Thames in southwest London
  • See the remains of 16th-century Richmond Palace and the 17th-century Ham House
  • Bike to the royal residence of the Tudor King Henry VIII
  • Enjoy your lunch picnic in the old hunting grounds of the royals
  • Visit an 800-year-old food market to buy lunch

Description

Experience a thoroughly English adventure on a 3.5-hour bike tour of the paths of the River Thames in southwest London, cycling to Hampton Court Palace, former home to the Tudor King Henry VIII.

Meet your guide at Richmond Train Station to get set up with the comfortable, easy to ride bikes and helmets (if required). Then, pedal off along leafy riverside paths, passing pubs and rowing schools en route.

See the remains of the 16th-century Richmond Palace, home of English monarchs for 150 years. Bike past the 17th-century Ham House, which boasts links to King Charles I. Watch the boats pass through Teddington Lock. Then, stroll around an 800-year-old market to grab a snack to enjoy in historic hunting ground full of deer.

You will reach Hampton Court Palace by about 13:00-13:30, where your guide will help you purchase entrance tickets. You can also buy them online in advance if you want to avoid the lines. Your guide will arrange for your bikes to be collected, leaving you free to enjoy Hampton Court Palace at leisure.

Good to know before you go
  • Sensible outdoor clothing/shoes advised this route is often muddy
  • Help with luggage and accommodation transfers is offered if you want to stay near Hampton Court Palace after your tour
  • to enjoy the 2nd largest Royal Park of London and an afternoon tea picnic too
  • Advance booking is essential in order to reserve bikes
  • No refund on cancellations made within 72 hours, however dates can be changed but subject to a charge
  • Child seat, tag along, and child bikes are available on advance request for this ride and charged at discounted price GBP 35 per child
  • Children must wear helmets, which can be provided with 72-hour notice
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
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3. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
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