New Year in London
Number of days: 7 Days
Departs from: Paris
Avg distance travelled / day: 0km
Tower Bridge, London - image courtesy of Rachel Turner
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: 28 December - Paris
Your tour commences this evening in the romantic city of Paris. Dinner tonight is included in your hotel but first, enjoy a welcome drink in the hotel bar. This is an ideal chance to meet your fellow travellers.
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Your Paris hotel – The Mercure Paris Montmartre
Located in the heart of Paris at the foot of Sacré-Coeur, and within walking distance to the famous department stores. The Mercure Montmartre offers all facilities and style you expect from a modern, first class hotel.
Day 2: 29 December - Paris
This morning we will take a panoramic tour of the city covering all the sensational sights from the Arc de Triomphe and Opera, to the Place de la Concorde and more. The afternoon is free amongst the broad boulevards and the myriad of shops and museums. Following dinner tonight in a local Parisienne restaurant, we have included a ‘Paris by Night’ illuminations tour. In addition to all the Christmas street decorations, you will be enchanted by the grand monuments and boulevards, from the Notre Dame to the Eiffel Tower, bathed in glorious light. C'est Magnifique!
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Day 3: 30 December - London
This morning we board the Eurostar train to London. This remarkable express train swiftly transfers us to the centre of London by midday. On arrival, we are joined by a local guide for a panoramic city tour to see all the sights of this amazing city. Dinner tonight is included in your hotel.
Your London Hotel – The Guoman Tower.
This high quality four star hotel is in an excellent location in the heart of London. The hotel is situated on the north bank of the River Thames within walking distance to the Tower of London and the Tower Bridge. All rooms have contemporary furnishings and stunning views, with landmark sights all around. Check it out on the web http://www.guoman.com/the-tower/
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Day 4: 31 December - London
New Year's Eve! This morning soar high over the city skyline on the London Eye, the huge Ferris wheel located just a few minutes' walk from your hotel. This 30 minute ride in large, fully enclosed viewing capsules offers wonderful panoramic views over London and some of its most famous landmarks such as Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, Nelson's Column and St. Paul's Cathedral. The rest of your day is free. Why not soak up the atmosphere of the world famous shopping store Harrods, visit Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and have your photo taken with your favourite star, or shop 'till you drop' in the sales of Oxford and Regent Streets.
Dinner tonight is included in the old Prospect of Whitby Pub. Mid evening we will be dropped off as close as possible to one of the numerous viewing points along the Thames Embankment or on Westminster Bridge and join the enormous crowds waiting in anticipation for the fireworks extravaganza. What a backdrop, with the Houses of Parliament on one side and the London Eye on the other whilst the sky above the River is exploding with a spectacular fireworks display. A truly memorable New Year's Eve experience!
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Day 5: 1 January - London
Your day is entirely free. Make sure you enjoy the annual New Year's Day Parade which starts at Big Ben around midday. This grand parade full of colourful entertainers, marching bands and street entertainers winds its way through the streets and ends in Berkeley Street, close to the Ritz Hotel and Fortnum & Masons. A perfect place for you to take afternoon tea.
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Day 6: 2 January - London
A leisurely start as we board a boat and travel down river to Greenwich – the home of time and the centre of space, where we visit the National Maritime Museum and Royal Observatory. You can visit the Cutty Sark Visitor Centre and Queens House or you might like to enjoy lunch at one of the local cafes or restaurants. Tonight we have planned a special evening out. After enjoying dinner in a local restaurant we take our seats at a top West End show.
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Day 7: 3 January - London
Europe is at your feet. Sadly your special New Year Tour is complete after a sumptuous English breakfast.
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