Private London guidance

Experience London without stress.

Personal travel planning and private guidance for individual travellers or groups. For anyone who wants to discover London, but would rather not figure out everything alone.

Solo travellers, couples or small groups
Free introduction
Personal travel plan
Many options possible
Recognisable?

Do you want to go to London, but does it all feel a bit too exciting or overwhelming?

London is a wonderful city, rich in history and always full of energy. Would you love to visit, but feel overwhelmed by all the hotels, neighbourhoods, museums, transport options and attractions? I would be happy to think along with you so we can create an ideal plan together and make sure you enjoy a great and carefree city trip.

  • Which area suits me best?
  • How does the Underground actually work?
  • How do I get from the airport or station to the hotel?
  • What if I get lost or lose my bearings?
  • What are safe and pleasant routes through the city?
  • How do I plan a weekend without having to think through everything myself?
  • And who actually takes nice photos of me there?
How it works

Four calm steps, no surprises.

01

Free introduction

A short online introduction to discover what feels exciting to you, what you would love to see and which type of help suits you best.

02

Personal London plan

You receive a clear plan with route ideas, tips, transport, timing and useful links. You book your own trip and stay, I help you make the right choices.

03

Optional guidance

If you want, I can stay on stand-by to help during your trip. Plans can always change and sometimes you may want to switch things at the last minute because the weather works with or against you. I am also available for additional tips and tricks.

04

Beautiful memories

At the end of your trip you return home feeling fulfilled, with beautiful memories, great stories and ideas for your next visit to the vibrant city of London.

Services

Premium custom travel plans, with guidance as an exclusive extra.

London Plan

For those who want a smart, personal and well-paced travel plan.

from €95

  • Video call in advance
  • Personal travel advice
  • Daily route planning
  • Hotel and area advice
  • Transport guidance
  • Practical checklist

Premium Travel Plan

For those who want an exclusive custom plan built fully around their days in London.

on request

  • Fully custom-built plan
  • Smart balance of time, routes and breathing space
  • Shopping, museums, hotspots or mixed themes
  • Practical choices with time and budget in mind
  • Personal tuning from first call to departure
  • Private guidance possible for 1 to 4 people
  • Designed to get the absolute most out of London
Trip specials

Examples of custom travel plans.

London Shopping Spree

A custom travel plan for those who want to experience London mainly through shopping streets, department stores and smart routes between the best retail areas.

London Market Bonanza

A playful travel plan built around London’s most quirky markets, with a focus on atmosphere, food and surprising finds.

London Museum March

A cultural travel plan that selects museums around your interests, energy and available time, so the experience stays inspiring instead of overwhelming.

London Sightseeing Tour

A classic but smartly built plan for those who want to see the big highlights without feeling like they have to race through the city.

London Social Media Hot Spot Package

A plan for those who want to combine current Instagram and TikTok hotspots with a route that also makes sense offline.

London Walks

A travel plan for those who prefer to experience London on foot, with walking routes that combine atmosphere, sights and quiet breaks in a smart way.

London Mix 1

A mixed package for those who do not want to choose just one theme and prefer a balanced blend of highlights, atmosphere, food and free time.

London and Cotswold

Combine the pace and energy of London with the calm, villages and views of the Cotswolds in one smart itinerary.

Cotswold Package

A separate itinerary around the Cotswolds for those who mainly want to enjoy villages, views, countryside calm and a comfortable day structure.

Private Guide Trip London

A premium London experience for those who prefer to enjoy the city with a personal guide and maximum alignment with their pace and confidence.

Private Guide Trip Cotswolds

A premium trip to the Cotswolds for travellers who value comfort, calm and personal alignment more than a standard excursion.

Premium guidance

Personal guidance in London as a unique premium service.

For some travellers, a strong personal travel plan is exactly enough. For others, it feels even better to know that personal guidance is also available. That is why I offer guidance in London as a premium service without a fixed price, fully tailored to your wishes, pace and situation.

Price on request

Not a fixed package, but an exclusive custom service.

  • You find travelling alone exciting and want extra reassurance
  • You want help when plans change during the trip
  • You want to adapt faster to weather, crowds or transport changes
  • You want a personal point of contact for tips and choices
  • You want to enjoy the trip without solving everything yourself
Enjoying London together
Enjoying London together
Spontaneous memories
Spontaneous memories
Photos along the way
Photos along the way
Beautiful places, calm pacing
Beautiful places, calm pacing
No stiff posing
Making it fun
Memories that stay with you
Memories that stay with you
Optional extra

I can also turn your photos into a photo book.

If you would like, I can create a personal photo book after the trip using the best images from your days in London. This is a separate optional add-on on top of the guidance.

Optional photo book
About me

Who I am

I am Mark Kanninga. I have been visiting London for years and I genuinely enjoy sharing the city with others in a calm and approachable way.

In daily life I work as an IT manager in Amsterdam and live in Haarlem with my wife and our 2 children. I enjoy building software that helps people and I am interested in new technology, music, series and Rocket League.

I would love to use my experience to help you create a wonderful trip to London. No rushed schedule or standard script, but personal guidance that takes into account what feels exciting to you, what you would love to see and how you prefer to travel.

That way I can help with clarity, practical choices and a comfortable pace, so you can experience London with more confidence and more enjoyment.

  • Guidance available in both Dutch and English
  • Private, for 1 or 2 people
  • No rush, but a smart plan
  • Local knowledge without group pressure
Who it is for

Could this be right for you?

A good fit for

  • People visiting London for the first time
  • Solo travellers
  • Couples on a city break
  • Parent with child
  • People who feel nervous about English
  • People who like to travel at a calm pace
  • Anyone who wants personal attention
  • Anyone who wants beautiful photos without selfie stress

Less suitable for

  • Large groups
  • Anyone looking for a standard group tour
  • Extreme party trips
  • Medical or care support
  • Anyone who wants everything booked as a package holiday
Good to know

Not a travel agency, but personal guidance.

You book your own transport, hotel, tickets and insurance. I help with preparation, planning, practical choices, saving money and optional personal guidance. That keeps it flexible, transparent and tailored to you.

Free and without obligation

Start with a free introduction

Fill in a few details about what you are looking for. After that we can plan a no-obligation video call to see whether and how I can help.

What feels exciting or stressful about London?
What would you like help with?
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is this a group trip?
No, it is always private for 1 person or a maximum of 2 people. You get my full attention.
Do you book my trip and hotel?
No, you book those yourself. I do help with advice, planning and useful links so you can feel confident in your choices.
Can I start with advice only?
Yes, you can start with a personal London plan only. In-person guidance is optional.
Can the guidance also be in English?
Yes. Guidance and communication can both be done in Dutch and in English.
Do you also help with photos?
Yes, along the way I can help you with spontaneous photos in beautiful places. No stiff poses, just images that truly fit your visit.
Is the introduction free?
Yes, the first introduction is free and without obligation. Only after that do you decide whether you want to continue.
What if I do not know yet when I want to go?
No problem. The introduction can actually help us choose a good period together.
Do you also help save money?
Yes. I can also help with practical choices that avoid unnecessary costs, so the trip is not only calmer but often smarter and more affordable as well.