Quick Details
Total Price: £52.00 (includes e-bike cost)
Duration: 3 hours
Requirements: Must be 18+
Starts: ETT Industries, 194 Carlisle Lane, London, SE1 7LH (nearest stations: Waterloo & Lambeth North) (view on map)
Tour Highlights:
- Electric bike & helmet provided
- Safety tutorial & practice ride
- Experienced and knowledgeable local guide
- Landmarks such as; Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace
- Witness the Changing of the Guard
- Visit every major London Landmark on an e-bike!
Total Price
Adult 18+
£ 52.00
London Changing Of The Guard E-Bike Tour:
Westminster has been home to the Royal family for centuries. It is full of Royal traditions, ceremonies and annual shows of pageantry. The Changing of the Guard is one of the most frequent and recognisable Royal Ceremonies that take place in front of Buckingham Palace. This electric bike tour is designed to give you an unparalleled look at the whole spectacle. At ScooTours, we’re all about creating unique and fun experiences. Come and join our Changing of the Guard tour today!
We run a number of exciting e-bike tours in London, if you are visiting London for the first time why not check out our popular Westminster Royal Parks & Palaces E-Bike Tour. Or see the full list of E-Bike Tours here. Electric bikes are the latest micro-mobility option to hit the paths and streets of London. We also offer an exciting range of E-Scooter Tours. We also offer a collection of Private Tours if you’re planning a special event or team-building activity.
Have any questions? Feel free to get in touch. We can easily be reached at [email protected].
Witness The Changing Of The Guard Like Never Before:
The Changing of the Guard ceremony has become a staple of Royal tradition in Westminster. Taking place every day in the summer months it frequently attracts hundreds of people from around the world. It is an elaborate and meticulous ceremony that involves both the Household Guard and the Household Cavalry. Our electric bikes will allow us to see various parts of the ceremony and explore more parts of the spectacle than traditional walking tours. This tour is designed to be the most comprehensive Changing of the Guard tour on the market, so why not cycle with us today!
Check out the Tour Highlights and the full Tour Itinerary Below …
London Changing Of The Guard Tour Highlights:
- Buckingham Palace
- Wellington Barracks
- St. James’s Palace
- Horse Guards Parade
- …and more!
London Changing Of The Guard Tour Itinerary:
The tour will begin in South London, where every customer will access their electric bike and be provided with a helmet (view on map). This tour will provide you with an incredible, unparalleled look at the Changing of the Guard Ceremony. It will also show you some of the most important and iconic Royal sights in the Westminster area. This tour will teach you all the most important history surrounding the Royal Family!
We will begin by heading to Westminster Abbey, where the very first King was crowned in 1066. Here, we will discuss the history of the foundation of the British Monarchy and why it has become such a world-famous phenomenon.
Next, we will cycle to the Horse Guards Parade where we will learn about the Changing of the Guard and who the soldiers are. Then our tour will follow the ceremony, witnessing different regiments in different locations. We will see elaborate uniforms, mighty cavalrymen and hear the music of the battalion bands! Enjoy all the pomp and ceremony of the Royal Guards first-hand with us! Along the way, we will see the most important and famous Royal landmarks including Buckingham Palace, St. James’s Palace, Clarence House and Westminster Palace!
Our electric bikes allow us to cover more ground, quicker and with less effort. This means we can watch various parts of the ceremony in multiple locations. Our bikes allow us to see more of the Changing of the Guard than many other, traditional walking tours! After the tour, you can enjoy the opportunity to continue riding your electric bike and keep exploring …
Additional Information
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For all of our electric bike tours, the minimum age requirement is 14 years old.
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Our tours are planned to be as safe as possible. They use bike-friendly roads and cycle lanes wherever possible. Our Semi-Private tours limit the group capacity to 6 people. We also provide every customer with a helmet.
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We recommend bringing a bottle of water and wearing comfortable (weather appropriate) clothing. Feel free to bring a bag, you can ride with a backpack or leave it at our start location. We have secure lockers available.
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Please note this is an outdoor activity, therefore we recommend bringing appropriate clothing for all weather. If it is raining or cold we recommend wearing comfortable footwear, a warm coat and gloves.
We may cancel if there is heavy rain or snow. We will only cancel tours if the weather makes for an unsafe riding experience. Cancellations on short notice due to severe weather (such as Met Office weather warnings, strong wind or heavy rain/snow) will come with a full refund or rearranged tour.
Customer cancellations more than 72 hours in advance will also come with a full refund or rearranged tour.
FAQ’s
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Absolutely! E-Bikes allow us to effortlessly explore large parts of central London.
On one of our e-bikes, we can go further and see more sights than most other tours. Plus, the electric pedal assist means you won’t get tired! This allows us to see even more than most traditional bike tours. In addition to this, London has developed to become an incredibly micro-mobility friendly city, with plenty of cycle paths and bike-friendly streets.
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The tour will begin at Covent Garden Underground Station, 42 Long Acre, London, WC2E 9JT. Your guide will meet you outside the Underground Station and walk you to our bike location (1 min walk)
The location and directions will also be provided in your booking confirmation email.
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A basic level of cycling proficiency is required.
However, our tours are specifically designed to be as safe and as easy to do as possible. So don’t worry if this is your first time cycling in London, the tour goes at a leisurely pace using cycle-friendly roads. There will also be plenty of breaks and photo opportunities. In addition to this, our e-bikes mean you can cycle without really getting tired!
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Unfortunately, no. For all of our electric bike tours, the minimum age requirement is 14 years old. This is due to UK Law, that states e-bike users must be over the age of 14.
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Yes, we require all participants to wear a helmet whilst cycling to adhere to our safety requirements. We will provide helmets for all customers. You are also welcome to bring your own helmet.
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Yes, private tours for small groups are available upon request. Due to the popularity of the bikes, we will need at least 72 hours to ensure any private booking requests.