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Gin Tour of London In a Classic Mini Cooper

Highlights

  • Sightseeing experience in a private, chauffeur-driven classic Mini Cooper.
  • A bespoke tour with a highly trained local guide.
  • 3 fantastic gin bar stops at local suppliers to sample local produce and help the local ecomony.
£349 per car
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What you'll do

This 2-hour blast around town covers the history of London and gin in an iconic classic car, regularly stopping off to enjoy an iconic drink in specifically chosen establishments, including a local gin distillery.

Not since the gin palaces of 18th Century London has the iconic spirit been so popular in the Capital. You will be picked up from your Central London hotel or chosen start location in a classic Mini Cooper driven by a passionate local guide.

You will be regaled by London’s past as you discover Dickensian London and the hidden gems that make this wonderful city so delightfully charming. You will stop off at two infamous gin bars and a gin distillery, where you will not only be able to sample the goods yourself, but you will also see how it is made!

As we only work with local suppliers you can rest assured that you are sampling local produce and helping the local economy.

Bookings of more than one car can be arranged. Each car holds a maximum of three passengers. Get in touch and we’ll be happy to help!

What's included

Included

  • 2-hour private bespoke tour of London with local guide
  • Private chauffeur-driven classic Mini Cooper
  • Gin at each bar stop (single measure at each stop included)
  • Entrance to the local gin distillery
  • Pick up from central London (Zone 1)
Your local host

Robert Welch

Robert Welch was given a beautiful 1974 Mini Cooper for his 17th Birthday (Jules is still in the fleet) and began a relationship that was to take him from student to entrepreneur.

Robert dreamt of running a company that steered away from conventional methods of touring the capital, to found a company that only used a fleet of classic Minis, quintessentially English guides, music from the greatest decade of all time on the stereo and personal recommendations based on the clients individual requirements. He wanted visitors to London to feel like locals, not tourists.

From a passion for classic cars and a love for the city, smallcarBIGCITY officially opened for business on the 26th August 2009 – exactly 50 years to the day t... Read All

Robert Welch was given a beautiful 1974 Mini Cooper for his 17th Birthday (Jules is still in the fleet) and began a relationship that was to take him from student to entrepreneur.

Robert dreamt of running a company that steered away from conventional methods of touring the capital, to found a company that only used a fleet of classic Minis, quintessentially English guides, music from the greatest decade of all time on the stereo and personal recommendations based on the clients individual requirements. He wanted visitors to London to feel like locals, not tourists.

From a passion for classic cars and a love for the city, smallcarBIGCITY officially opened for business on the 26th August 2009 – exactly 50 years to the day that the first ever classic Mini rolled off the production line, bring the swinging little Mini back onto the streets of London.

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Location

You will meet at an agreed meeting point in Zone 1 Central London. Alternatively, you can request a pick up from anywhere in Zone 1 Central London.

Tours run daily from 10am – 9pm, just let us know what time works best for you.

What our travellers are saying...

Daughter purchased for my birthday. From initial contact to after sales service everything was 5* Our host driver Tony was fab.Great knowledge of all things Gin and London. Visited different style gin bars which were all fab. Showed us some of London we hadn't seen before and some places we will come back down to exlore further. HIGHLY RECOMMEND this!

Teresa

We were able to see in 3 hours what would have taken us at least 2 days. The tour was catered to our request. Samantha our excellent driver was very knowledgeable and did a great job of maximizing our time by avoiding high traffic routes. Communication before, during and after was on point with this company. I highly recommend this company if you want to see parts of London that most people do not even know exist. I have been lucky to do personal

Rob

FAQs

Can the tour start at an earlier time?

Unfortunately you'll have to start in the late afternoon to ensure that the gin venues are open for your visit.

Can we picked up/returned to a train station if we're not staying in the area?

They can pickup from anywhere in Central London. Stations are no problem at all, however they do not have much space for luggage.

Are any Covid rules in place?

As the tours are private, there are no restrictions. They are checking temperatures on pickup and guests must wear a mask whilst in the car.

Where does the tour end?

The gin tour ends at Rosewood London, Holborn. Guests can stay and enjoy their drinks for as long as they like...

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