Overview
Experience the festive atmosphere of London with its famous Christmas lights, seasonal markets and historic landmarks. This 8-day tour combines a guided London city sightseeing tour with a day excursion to Stonehenge, one of England's most recognised prehistoric landmarks.
Discover London's iconic sights, including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace, before enjoying the city's Christmas decorations, shopping streets and festive attractions. The itinerary also includes time to explore London at your own pace, with opportunities to visit Christmas markets and enjoy seasonal activities.
With SIC sightseeing arrangements, travellers can discover London's highlights and join scheduled excursions alongside other travellers, while enjoying free time to explore the city independently.
Highlights
Tower Bridge and the Thames Discover London's historic riverside, with time to explore the Thames waterfront.
Winter Wonderland Enjoy festive stalls and winter attractions at Hyde Park, subject to seasonal opening.
Royal and Historic London See Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
London's Christmas Lights Explore Oxford Street, Regent Street and Covent Garden dressed for the festive season.
Perks Included
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Transfers
- Sightseeing
- Shared Tours (SIC)
- Entry Fees
Itinerary
Highlights: Arrival in London, hotel check-in and leisure time
Meals: None
- Welcome to London! Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and settle in. Depending on your arrival time, you may wish to explore the surrounding neighbourhood, stop by a local café or visit nearby shops. If you are travelling during the Christmas season, take the opportunity to enjoy the festive decorations around the city as you begin your holiday.
Highlights: Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament and Trafalgar Square
Meals: Breakfast
- Discover London's most famous landmarks on a guided SIC city sightseeing tour. See Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the British monarch, before continuing to Westminster to admire Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. You will also visit the area around Westminster Abbey and Trafalgar Square, where historic buildings and lively public spaces offer a glimpse into the city's rich past. Your guide will share stories about London's royal heritage and important landmarks along the way.
- The remainder of the day can be spent exploring independently or enjoying London's restaurants, shops and festive streets.
Highlights: Stonehenge, visitor centre, Covent Garden and Leicester Square Christmas Market
Meals: Breakfast
- After breakfast, join a SIC excursion from London to Stonehenge, one of England's most famous prehistoric landmarks. Located in the Wiltshire countryside, this remarkable stone circle dates back thousands of years. Explore the site and learn about its history and the theories surrounding its construction. You can also visit the visitor centre to discover archaeological displays and learn more about the people who built this ancient monument.
- Upon returning to London, spend the remaining time exploring Covent Garden, known for its shops, cafés and street performers. If time permits, continue to Leicester Square to browse the Christmas market and its seasonal stalls before returning to your hotel.
Highlights: Covent Garden, Leicester Square Christmas Market, Regent Street and Piccadilly
Meals: Breakfast
- Spend the day exploring some of London's best-known shopping and entertainment districts. Begin at Covent Garden, where boutique shops, cafés and street performers bring the historic market area to life. During the Christmas season, festive decorations add to the atmosphere, making it a lovely place to browse and take photographs.
- Continue to Leicester Square, where seasonal Christmas market stalls may offer festive gifts, decorations and treats. Later, make your way to Regent Street and Piccadilly to admire London's famous Christmas lights. Enjoy the illuminated streets, browse the shops and take time to experience the festive atmosphere around central London.
Highlights: Hyde Park, Winter Wonderland, Christmas market stalls, seasonal food and optional attractions
Meals: Breakfast
- Experience one of London's popular seasonal attractions with a visit to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, subject to its opening dates. The festive event features Christmas market stalls, food vendors, entertainment and optional fairground rides. Spend time browsing for seasonal gifts, sampling festive treats or enjoying the attractions available during your visit.
- You can explore at your own pace, choosing between a relaxed walk around the market or trying some of the rides and activities. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the surrounding area or return to your hotel. Winter Wonderland operates seasonally. Admission and selected attractions may require advance booking.
Highlights: Oxford Street, Carnaby Street, Bond Street, shopping and Christmas light displays
Meals: Breakfast
- Explore London's famous shopping streets, where festive displays and seasonal decorations add a special touch to the city. Start with Oxford Street, known for its department stores and wide selection of shops. Continue to Carnaby Street, which is popular for its independent boutiques and distinctive Christmas decorations, before visiting Bond Street for luxury shopping and elegant window displays.
- Take your time browsing for Christmas gifts and souvenirs, or stop at a café for a break between shopping. This is also a good opportunity to enjoy London's festive streets after dark, when the Christmas lights are illuminated.
Highlights: Independent sightseeing, Tower Bridge, the River Thames, museums, shopping and leisure time
Meals: Breakfast
- Enjoy a full day at leisure to discover more of London according to your interests. Visit Tower Bridge and take a walk along the River Thames, explore the city's museums and galleries, or spend more time shopping in your favourite districts. You may also choose to discover historic neighbourhoods, browse local markets or enjoy a relaxed meal at one of London's many restaurants.
- With no scheduled excursions, the day offers flexibility to revisit places you enjoyed earlier or discover something new before your holiday comes to an end.
Highlights: Hotel check-out and departure from London
Meals: Breakfast
- Enjoy your final morning in London before checking out of the hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for a short walk around the neighbourhood or some last-minute shopping. Transfer to the airport for your departure, bringing your London holiday to a close after exploring the city's historic landmarks, festive streets and the remarkable monument of Stonehenge.
- Thank you once again for choosing Fayyaz Travels. We wish you a safe and pleasant journey home and look forward to welcoming you on another journey in the future.
Inclusions
- 7 nights' accommodation in London on a bed-and-breakfast basis
- Daily breakfast throughout the stay
- Half-day guided SIC sightseeing tour of London's historic landmarks with an English-speaking guide
- SIC excursion from London to Stonehenge, including sightseeing at the prehistoric stone circle
- Sightseeing as described in the itinerary
- 24-hour phone support throughout the tour.
Exclusions
- International flights and airport taxes (Reach out to us separately if you would like to add flights)
- Visa, if applicable (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance regarding visa arrangements)
- Travel insurance (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance with travel insurance options)
- Lunches and dinners not specified as included in the package
- Entrance fees to attractions, museums and historic sites
- Winter Wonderland tickets, rides and activities
- West End theatre tickets, Thames cruises and optional excursions
- Public transport and additional private vehicle services not specified as inclusions
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- Porterage unless confirmed as included
- City taxes or locally payable hotel charges not included in the quotation
- Early check-in, late check-out and additional nights
- Costs due to traffic delays, strikes, bad weather, aircraft or mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes, and force majeure events
- Any services not expressly listed as included
- Christmas markets, Christmas light displays and Winter Wonderland are seasonal attractions. Opening dates and operating schedules may vary according to the travel period
- Clients are responsible for ensuring that their travel documents and visas, where applicable, are valid for travel
- All arrangements, services and prices are subject to the supplier's final confirmation at the time of booking
- The sightseeing sequence may be adjusted due to weather conditions, local regulations, tour operating schedules or operational requirements while maintaining included experiences where possible
FAQ
- 7 nights' accommodation in London on a bed-and-breakfast basis
- Daily breakfast throughout the stay
- Half-day guided SIC sightseeing tour of London's historic landmarks with an English-speaking guide
- SIC excursion from London to Stonehenge, including sightseeing at the prehistoric stone circle
- Sightseeing as described in the itinerary
- 24-hour phone support throughout the tour.
- International flights and airport taxes (Reach out to us separately if you would like to add flights)
- Visa, if applicable (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance regarding visa arrangements)
- Travel insurance (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance with travel insurance options)
- Lunches and dinners not specified as included in the package
- Entrance fees to attractions, museums and historic sites
- Winter Wonderland tickets, rides and activities
- West End theatre tickets, Thames cruises and optional excursions
- Public transport and additional private vehicle services not specified as inclusions
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- Porterage unless confirmed as included
- City taxes or locally payable hotel charges not included in the quotation
- Early check-in, late check-out and additional nights
- Costs due to traffic delays, strikes, bad weather, aircraft or mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes, and force majeure events
- Any services not expressly listed as included
- Christmas markets, Christmas light displays and Winter Wonderland are seasonal attractions. Opening dates and operating schedules may vary according to the travel period
- Clients are responsible for ensuring that their travel documents and visas, where applicable, are valid for travel
- All arrangements, services and prices are subject to the supplier's final confirmation at the time of booking
- The sightseeing sequence may be adjusted due to weather conditions, local regulations, tour operating schedules or operational requirements while maintaining included experiences where possible
8D | 7N
London
8 days
Package prices are per person and vary by hotel and room type. For specific inquiries or customized packages, please contact our team.
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