2012 London Olympics: Bike Tour of Olympic Park and East London

Location:London, United Kingdom
Duration:7 hours (approx.)
TOUR Code:3862OLYMPICBIKE

From USD $46.94 View price calendar

Gear up for the 2012 Olympic Games on this exciting bike tour! Cycle out to the site where the main events of the London Olympics will take place in summer 2012. On the way to Olympic Park, see famous London sights such as the Tate Art Gallery, Shakespeare’s Globe Theater and Tower Bridge. During your tour, your guide will talk you through centuries of London’s exciting history, as well as the excitement surrounding the Olympic and Paralympic games and their significance for London.

Highlights

London bicycle tour to Olympic Park
Explore parts of East London on the way to the Olympic venue
See where the main events of the summer 2012 Olympic Games will take place
Pass some of London's most historic landmarks, including Tower Bridge
Insightful commentary from your expert local guide

Don’t miss this chance to be part of the buildup to the most exciting sporting event of the year! In July and August 2012, London will play host to the Olympic and Paralympics games. This Olympic bike tour is an exciting way to explore historic parts of London and see the exciting new developments where athletes from all over the world will compete for gold, silver and bronze. You will be provided with a bike and helmet (helmet is optional) and escorted by your local guide on a leisurely ride along bike paths, canal paths and side roads to the main Olympic venue.

Starting from South Bank in Central London, your journey will take you past some of London’s most famous attractions along the Thames, including Tate Modern Art Gallery, Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe Theater, Borough Market and London Bridge.

Stop for lunch ( at your own expense) at Europe’s largest shopping mall, with glorious views of Olympic Park and its venues. Throughout your tour, your guide will explain the history of East London and the legacy that these games will leave for London.

On the way back you will pass Victoria Park, Regents Canal and Brick Lane before your ride ends at South Bank. In total, your tour distance is approximately 20 miles (32 kilometers) of easy to moderate cycling.

Schedule Details

Bike Tour of Olympic Park

Departs:

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Departure Point: Gabriels Wharf, London South Bank
Departure Time:

April 1 - October 31: Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 9.30am

Duration:

7 hours (approx.)

Return details:

Returns to original departure point

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Additional Information

Inclusions:

Bike tour
Bicycle rental
Use of helmet (on request)
Local guide

Exclusions:

Entrance fees
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
Lunch

Additional Info:

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
This tour is not strenuous however you must be able to ride a bicycle
Not recommended for child aged 10 and under
Adult pricing applies to all travelers

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