London and Paris Tour - 9 Days
Our 9-day London and Paris tour package is the perfect way to discover two extraordinary cities. The tour includes transportation and accommodation, with four nights in London and four nights in Paris. Explore the best of these famous European capitals along with excursions to Windsor, Stonehenge, Bath and the Palace of Versailles. This London and Paris tour is available throughout the year.
SUMMER: To see the full summer itinerary, as well as available travel dates, see here.
WINTER: To see the full winter itinerary, as well as available travel dates, see here.
Day 1: Arrive in London
Welcome to London, one of the greatest cities on earth. You will spend a total of 4 nights in this amazing city as part of your London and Paris Tour. Having arrived in London, why not take a stroll through one of the royal parks, or visit one of the many museums or attractions. In the evening, enjoy a welcome reception meal where you will meet your fellow travellers and Travel Director.
Accommodation: The Tower/Hilton Kensington
Day 2: Tour to Stonehenge & Bath
Enjoy a day tour outside the city and into the English countryside. Arrive in Bath and enjoy an orientation of the city centre, as well as a visit to the Roman Baths. The city is famous for its Georgian architecture and Roman heritage. The city centre features lots of charming streets and landmarks including Bath Abbey and the Pulteney Bridge. We will then visit Stonehenge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was built about 5,000 years ago. It is probably the world’s most famous Neolithic monument.
Optional experience: In the evening, enjoy a theatre show in London’s West End!
Day 3: London Sightseeing Tour & Windsor
Spend the first part of the day on a panoramic London sightseeing tour with a local specialist. Enjoy views of London’s most famous sights including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. You will then travel to Windsor, and walk through the historic market town. Optional extra includes entrance to Windsor Castle which is the oldest and largest occupied in the world. Visit the State Apartments and learn more with your individual audio guide. See where Harry and Meghan got married in St George’s Chapel.
Day 4: London Free Day
A free day to explore London at your leisure. With so much to do and see, your Travel Director can provide recommendations. From walking through Covent Market to shopping along Oxford Street, taking a cruise along the River Thames or visiting a Royal Palace there are many ways to explore the city.
Optional Extra: Spend your day exploring the Wonders of the Thames: Start the day with a visit to the Tower of London, which is where the Crown Jewels are kept and is an important historical fortress. Experience a different side of the city with a cruise along the River Thames with views of Tower Bridge, Shakespeare’s Globe and more. Disembark at the London Eye, one of the world’s tallest Ferris Wheels where you’ll enjoy 360-degree panoramic views of the city.
Day 5: Travel to Paris
Say goodbye to one city and begin the journey to the next as we continue to the second part of this London and Paris tour. Leaving London, travel through the green English countryside to the southern coast. Here, a ferry from Dover Port takes you across the English Channel to Calais, and we continue our drive through the French countryside. Arrive in Paris where you will spend a total of 4 nights in this magical city.
In the evening, add-on an optional Paris at night experience. Enjoy a cruise along the River Seine followed by a drive through the city, stopping for photo opportunities along the way.
Accommodation: Novotel Centre Tour Eiffel
Day 6: Paris Sightseeing Tour
Beautiful panoramic view of Paris from the roof of the Triumphal Arch. View of the Eiffel Tower.
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Paris by day with a local specialist. You’ll get to enjoy views of many of the city’s most famous sights, including the Champs Élysées, Notre Dame Cathedral and Arc de Triomphe. The afternoon is yours to spend how you wish, with free time to walk through some of the beautiful neighbourhoods and parks. In the evening, enjoy a ‘be my guest’ dinner at a quintessentially Parisien bistro and experience French culture first-hand.
Optional Extra: Choose to spend the afternoon visiting the Louvre, one of the most famous museums in the world. A local specialist will take you through the wonderful galleries, seeing masterpieces including Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘Mona Lisa’. Alternatively, you could spend the afternoon on an optional tour of Montmartre with a local specialist. See the winding streets and beautiful galleries and soak up the neighbourhood atmosphere.
Day 7: Tour to Versailles
Day 7 of our London and Paris tour takes you to Versailles. Led by a local specialist, explore one of the most extraordinary Palace’s in the world. Highlights include the Hall of Mirrors, the Kings State Apartments and the gardens of Versailles.
Optional extras: Spend the evening at the Moulin Rouge Cabaret including dinner. With wine and champagne, see the iconic Paris cabaret. Alternatively, enjoy an evening at Nouvelle Eve Cabaret including dinner.
Day 8: Paris Free Day
Enjoy a free day to explore Paris at your leisure. In the evening, meet up with your travel director and travel companions for a farewell dinner.
Optional experience: Visit Giverny House and the gardens of Claude Monet, where the great impressionist painter once lived and worked. Enjoy a tour of the house, garden and see the famous Japanese bridge.
Day 9: Depart Paris
Our London and Paris tour comes to an end. Filled with memories to last a lifetime say a final farewell to your newfound friends. Transfers to Charles to Gaulle airport are available.
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Tour includes:
- 8 nights accommodation (4 nights in London, 4 nights in Paris)
- Breakfast every day (except day 1)
- 3 dinners
- Transportation
SUMMER: To see the full summer itinerary, as well as available travel dates, see here.
WINTER: To see the full winter itinerary, as well as available travel dates, see here.
