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Original e-Bike Tour: Smugglers & City Builders

4.9 · 138 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ London Operated by The London Bicycle Tour Company Ltd. Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
14:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Ride an electric bike along the Thames and through east London's docks and streets, following stories of privateers and traders.

Bike hire, a helmet and a guide are included; riders must be at least fourteen. 4.93 from 138 reviews at €78 per person for 3h 30m.

Best for: Choose Old Town Tour Spring-Summer for a shared Thames and docks e-bike ride: 3h 30m at €78 per person, age fourteen and up; rated 4.93 from 138 reviews. Bike Tours comparison

Trade-off: Minimum age fourteen.

In our comparison: #19 of 47 in Pub Tours & Pub Crawls, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 15, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €78 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Helmet
  • eBike
  • Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Entry to sites/attractions

Children from €63 (ages 10 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Reviews

4.9
138 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 137 of 138

Star breakdown of all 138 ratings

5 stars
131 · 95%
4 stars
6 · 4%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
1 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and less visited areas; some find riding through traffic and crowds challenging.

Praised

  • Exploring less visited parts of East London, the docks and the City
  • Knowledgeable guides who mix local history with humor and stories
  • Comfortable bikes in good condition
  • Pub breaks and opportunities to stop for photos

Complaints

  • Some report no staff rider at the back to help keep the group together
  • Busy traffic and pedestrian crowds can make parts of the ride challenging

Written by Guidekin from the 80 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (7 April 2018 to 24 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Departure Point: The London Bicycle Tour Company Directions: We are a 5 mins walk from Lambeth North station, and a 10 mins walk from Waterloo. Our shop is located on the crossroads with Lambeth Road and Kennington Road. It is opposite the Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
14:00 daily; scheduled through October 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
The London Bicycle Tour Company Ltd.; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Discover the east side of London on the city’s original e-bike tour! Cruise alongside the Thames with electric power at your fingertips as you explore streets once ruled by daring privateers and ambitious traders. From shadowy docks to soaring cathedrals, uncover hidden stories of adventure and intrigue—an unforgettable, easy ride through London’s historic heart.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Minimum age is 14 years

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Children from €63 ages 10 to 17

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Pub Tours & Pub Crawls

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #19 of 47€783h 30m4.93 (138)shared
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London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs€423h 30m4.98 (11796)shared
Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London€382h4.99 (1000)shared

Ranked #19 of 47 in Pub Tours & Pub Crawls by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €17 to €409, median €38; typical length 2h 30m. 5 of 47 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 47 Pub Tours & Pub Crawls

From €78 per adult