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Experienced blue badge tourist guide

I’m experienced in the whole of the UK , plus mainland Europe including France , Holland , Germany , Switzerland, Austria and Italy . I’ve been taking groups to Iceland for the last three years too.

About Nick

I believe in serendipity

let’s enjoy the most of the unexpected surprises whilst on tour – whilst still keeping to schedule and fulfilling every planned visit . I’m reliable, personable and confident . I’ve managed visits of the Queen and the US President – so I have the best track record possible . I’ve led groups of high school students to seniors, from budget conscious students to high end VVIP with private access tours .

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Mainland Europe

LONDON
A Blue Badge tour guide in london
MAINLAND EUROPE
Experienced tour guide in serveral mainland Europeon countries
FRIENDLY
Many of my customers become my friends
what people say

Reviews

entertaining, informative, and delightful

I have used Nick Hancock as a Tour Director for a group of 40 mature adults and a Guide for 22 rambunctious students…

Lots of attention to detail

Thanks for such a great trip . You obviously devoted lots of attention to detail, and it paid off many times . You made it a fun trip – loved the commentary!

Best Tour Leader in all of London + Paris

…. You are a very patient and kind man. Thank you for not losing any of us and for making us feel comfortable and safe in our travelings.
Toby Lewis
    Toby Lewis

    Attentive , problem solving , personable , clear communication He was beyond excellent , Personable and funny. He knew what he was doing and made it a very stress free and exceptionally enjoyable experience . The kids loved him. I will request him for future trips .

    Vicky and Carl Beckes
      Vicky and Carl Beckes

      Nick - thanks for such a great trip . You obviously devoted lots of attention to detail, and it paid off many times . You made it a fun trip - loved the commentary !

      From the uncivilised side of the pond - the very best tour group from Vermont .
        From the uncivilised side of the pond - the very best tour group from Vermont .

        Thank you for being the “ Best Tour Leader in all of London+ Paris “ . Please don’t ever forget to “ mind the gap “ . You are a very patient and kind man. Thank you for not losing any of us and for making us feel comfortable and safe in our travelings.

        Margaret Mercer Tice
          Margaret Mercer Tice

          Nick made the tour one of the best I’ve taken! He’s a natural at every aspect of tour directing - knowledgeable, personable, organized. The best is that he never hesitated to go out of his way to give us unexpected gifts of travel - like taking the scenic route instead of the highway. Nick brought our whole group together in friendship which added so much to an already wonderful trip. He’s terrific!

            Highly appreciated Loved Nick ! He was happy and helpful throughout the entire experience . His knowledge of the criminal system was an added bonus .

            Terry Lindvall, PhD, C S Lewis Chair of Communication Virginia Wesleyan University, Virginia Beach, Virginia
              Terry Lindvall, PhD, C S Lewis Chair of Communication Virginia Wesleyan University, Virginia Beach, Virginia

              I have used Nick Hancock as a Tour Director for a group of 40 mature adults and a Guide for 22 rambunctious students and found him to be one of the most entertaining, informative, and delightful leaders I have come across in 40 years of teaching and overseeing pilgrimages and tours. Whether it was patiently marching our group to Lindisfarne Island or hilariously teaching the students how to become Gothic cathedrals in Canterbury, Nick adapts his resources to fit his people. When my students continually ask when they would see Nick again, I realize I have been supplanted by a truly marvelous character.

                Nick is an expert in UK Criminal Justice and a certified tour guide of London . He is an amazingly knowledgeable guide for my students .

                  Nick was outstanding as a tour guide ... friendly , extremely knowledgeable and went above and beyond to make our trip the exceptional journey it was for all of us. As a group leader Nick was easy to work with and his calm manner put me at ease from the moment we met . I recommend him highly for future London tour groups . I cannot praise him enough .

                    Nice was very friendly with the kids . He kept the tour moving efficiently with a positive spin and a laugh. He arranged for a number of added options that added a great deal to our experience . I really appreciated the extra experiences for the kids

                      Paced the itinerary so well. , was very funny and warm .

                        Personable and offered great information for things to do

                          The best tour director I have ever had This is my second time working with Nick . He is kind, knowledgeable , adaptable and managed our time well.

                            He is an excellent communicator and that has made all the difference . I appreciate his skill and expertise . In the eye of the flight issue storm he walked me through logistics , was calm and cool and that put everyone at ease .

                            About Nick

                            Experienced tour guide

                            Hello. I’ve been working as a Tourist Guide and a Tour Manager for over eight years now. It’s my second career – I retired as a senior Metropolitan Police Officer in 2013 . I bring experience , calmness under pressure and an ability to manage timings , events and the 101 changing things that make up a great tour .

                            I’m experienced in the whole of the UK , plus mainland Europe including France , Holland , Germany , Switzerland, Austria and Italy . I’ve been taking groups to Iceland for the last three years too.

                            theoneattheback@hotmail.co.uk | 07776494581

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