
Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 332 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman worth booking?
Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman is a 3-hour experience in Hamburg, Germany, from $319 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 332 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 86 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (332)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $319 per person
Welcome to our beloved Hamburg. I am a former and long-time police officer, born and raised in Hamburg in the fourth generation. I know every stone, every street and every story in Hamburg. Enjoy your very private 3-hour city tour of Hamburg in a luxury vehicle with no other strangers. To receive a personalized service, the tour is only for your private group of up to four people and includes refreshments on board. If your family or group is larger, we can expand up to six people for an additional charge. Your professional driver will pick you up at your desired location and bring you back to your desired location at the end of the tour.
What you get
About this experience
Welcome to our beloved Hamburg. I am a former and long-time police officer, born and raised in Hamburg in the fourth generation. I know every stone, every street and every story in Hamburg. Enjoy your very private 3-hour city tour of Hamburg in a luxury vehicle with no other strangers. To receive a personalized service, the tour is only for your private group of up to four people and includes refreshments on board. If your family or group is larger, we can expand up to six people for an additional charge. Your professional driver will pick you up at your desired location and bring you back to your desired location at the end of the tour.
What's included
Included
- Hotel and port pickup and drop-off
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Live commentary on board in english and german
- Snacks and Beverage
- 3-hour private VIP-Tour with private english and german speaking driver/guide
- Pick up from any location in the city area
Not included
- Gratuities
- 1 to 4 people are included, each additional person 25 euros, maximum 6 people in total
- Pick up from the airport or drop off at the airport costs 35 euros
What you'll see and do
Alster
Experience our beautiful lake, the ALSTER, which is also considered the second living room of the residents
15 minutes here
Rathausmarkt
See our wonderful HAMBURGER RATHAUS (TOWN HALL) from 1897
Pass by without stopping
Chilehaus
Experience the impressive CHILEHAUS which was completed in 1924.
15 minutes here
Speicherstadt
Enjoy the SPEICHERSTADT, our impressive World Heritage Site from 1924
10 minutes here
Chocoversum
At your request, we will make a short stop at the CHOCOVERSUM so that you can buy good chocolate or the best marzipan
5 minutes here
HafenCity
We drive through our newest district called HAFENCITY
Pass by without stopping
Elbphilharmonie
We stop at Hamburg's world-famous newest landmark, the ELBPHILHARMONIE
5 minutes here
Hauptkirche St. Michaelis
We visit one of the most popular churches in Hamburg, our beloved MICHEL
10 minutes here
Krameramtswohnungen (Flats for Small Trader's Guild)
We go to one of the oldest streets in Hamburg and visit the Hobbits;-)
10 minutes here
Mahnmal St. Nikolai
We look at the church ST. NIKOLAI, which was bombed in World War II
10 minutes here
St. Petri Kirche
Experience our beautiful church ST. Petri
Pass by without stopping
We look at where our city of Hamburg was founded
5 minutes here
We drive past a former World War 2 bunker which has now been converted into the so-called GREEN BUNKER
Pass by without stopping
Reeperbahn
We drive along Hamburg's world-famous party mile, the REEPERBAHN
Pass by without stopping
Polizeikommissariat 15 Davidwache
See one of the toughest police stations in the world, Hamburg's famous DAVIDWACHE
Pass by without stopping
Passing the BEATLES PLATZ, in this street the career of the Beatles began
5 minutes here
Fischauktionshalle
We drive past the HAMBURGER FISH MARKET
Pass by without stopping
Alter Elbtunnel
Experience our ALTEN ELBTUNNEL the impressive tunnel under the river Elbe
15 minutes here
Hamburg
You will experience all this and much more on our top-rated tours, all of course dependent on the traffic and the weather and also your personal wishes. It is your very own private tour, and I am of course happy to accommodate any requests for changes and recommendations.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Big Black Car Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For cruises we need the name of the ship and the cruise terminal (we have four terminals in Hamburg)
- Please give us a mobile number and look out for any calls or messages from us on the day of the tour
- Wheelchairs must be foldable
- Please tell us how much luggage you have if you have a cruise before or after our tour
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 332 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
332 verified traveler reviews for Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great tour with Heiko
Heiko was a wonderful gentlemen. He gave a great tour. We learned alot about Hamburg. We saw alot. We were disappointed we didnt get to stop at St Nik church though We would highly recommend Heiko and his company for tours. We would definitely take this tour again
Response from the operator: Hi, thank you so much for your kind review and sorry that we couldn't get to St. Nicolai Church due to road problems.
via Viator
Private tour of Hamburg
Our private tour w/Heitzel (sp?) was fabulous! He was an excellent host. We thoroughly enjoyed his company and the places he took us. We had no specific expectations, but his knowledge of Hamburg and its history exceeded anything we could have asked for. Highly recommend him and his company, Big Black Car Tours!
via Tripadvisor
Not much bang for the buck
Be prepared and specific as to where you want to go. Our tour started late(confusion on location pick up) and ended early. Decide if you’d rather have lunch while on the tour, your dime, or if you’d rather see more things. Our guide was nice.
Response from the operator: Are you sure you travelled with us?! I'm sure you confused us with another tour operator and mistakenly gave us a bad review. Please delete the review; we have never picked up guests late!!
via Viator
Awesome experience!
We learned at much about Hamburg in only 3 hours! The vehicle was so nice and clean! He was very responsive to all of our questions and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with him!! Highly recommend!!
via Tripadvisor
3 hour private tour of Hamburg
A fantastic tour of Hamburg with a very knowledgeable and friendly driver. We were picked up and dropped off right outside the terminal building and taken to places that we would never have found on our own. All very interesting. Much cheaper than getting the coach off of the ship. We were also given some tasters of local delicacies. Would highly recommend.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 116
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Big Black Car Tours, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.5.
See everything Big Black Car Tours runsWhy this scores 86
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Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hamburg.
How much does Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman cost?
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Prices start at $319 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hamburg usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hamburg is not rushed.
Is Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 332 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Hamburg, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman?
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Around 116 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hamburg can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hamburg and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hamburg within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hamburg?
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On Outty we rank every Hamburg experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Local Tour of Hamburg Historic Centre, Tourist Excursion - Free Tour - Historic Center-Hamburg Walking, Treasure Hunt through Hamburg's Hafencity. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hamburg?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hamburg?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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What is included in Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman?
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Included: Hotel and port pickup and drop-off; All taxes, fees and handling charges; Live commentary on board in english and german; Snacks and Beverage; and 3-hour private VIP-Tour with private english and german speaking driver/guide. Not included: Gratuities; 1 to 4 people are included, each additional person 25 euros, maximum 6 people in total; and Pick up from the airport or drop off at the airport costs 35 euros. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 174 listed pickup locations in and around Hamburg. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman offered in?
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It is offered in German and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and Wheelchairs must be foldable. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Hamburg. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Your private 3-hour Hamburg driving tour with a former policeman?
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Across 332 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, small groups. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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