Enjoy art, architecture and ambiance in London and Paris. Ride the underground to an English café then take a stroll through Hyde Park. See Da Vinci's masterpiece, the Mona Lisa, in Paris's Louvre and then see the famed Eiffel Tower sparkle when is lit up at night.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - London

Your trip begins with a regularly scheduled overnight flight to London aboard an internationally recognized airline.

Day 2 - London

Welcome to London! After clearing customs and collecting your bags, transfer to your hotel by bus. They will be providing your transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for beginning your explorations of London.
Included meals: breakfast (in flight)

Day 3 - London

It was Samuel Johnson who provided the definitive word on London, when he said that anyone who is tired of London is tired of life itself. There’s never enough time to take in all the wonders of Europe’s largest city, but you’ll have the chance to scratch the surface in the next few days, which you can enjoy completely at your own pace. The British Museum houses an astonishing collection of antiquities, including the Elgin Marbles and the Rosetta Stone.
Included meals: breakfast

$85 USD

London Sightseeing A local guide leads you on a guided sightseeing tour of London, highlighting Westminster Abbey, Big Ben Clock tower, Tower Bridge, Piccadilly Circus and more.

Day 4 - London

For art, you can take in the exhibits at the National Gallery and the Tate Galleries today. Stroll through Kensington Gardens to view some of London’s most famous statues, or enjoy a taste of nostalgia at Pollock’s Toy Museum, an 18th-century townhouse displaying delightful toys of the Victorian era. Or you can take an optional excursion to Oxford and Stratford, to see Britain’s oldest university and Shakespeare’s birthplace.
Included meals: breakfast

$99 USD

Oxford & Stratford Oxford is not only the home of Britain’s oldest university, it is also one of England’s most interesting cities. Then continue through the rolling English countryside to Stratford-upon-Avon. Here, you’ll visit Shakespeare’s birthplace.

Day 5 - London

If London’s literary side interests you, you can plan a stop at the Dickens House Museum and tour the newly reconstructed Globe Theater, a replica of where Shakespeare himself often appeared on stage. Or choose an optional excursion to Windsor Castle, for a guided visit to the world’s largest inhabited castle.
Included meals: breakfast

$85 USD

Windsor Castle Travel to Windsor for a guided visit to the world’s largest inhabited castle. Founded by William the Conqueror in 1070, Windsor has been the preferred royal retreat for the past 900 years and is still in use by the Royal Family. Please note: Windsor Castle is occasionally closed when in use by the Royal Family; a visit to Hampton Court will be substituted when necessary.

Day 6 - London

For shoppers, a leisurely visit to Harrods—15 acres of tempting merchandise, ranging from silk scarves and soap to the world’s most meticulously decorated cakes—is a must. Alternatively, opt for an excursion to see the legendary and mythic landmark of Stonehenge, followed by a visit to Bath, England’s most restorative city.
Included meals: breakfast

$115 USD

Stonehenge & Bath Visit Stonehenge, perhaps England’s most mysterious landmark. The origin and purpose of this ring of stones, which dates from the Neolithic period (about 4,000 years ago), is unknown, though most believe it to have been a temple and observatory. Next stop is Bath, where your Tour Director shows you the town’s major sights.

Day 7 - London

Sample London’s dazzling array of ethnic cuisine from Greek to Indian, as well as the basic but ever-popular English pub food. Take in a show or two in the bustling theater district. For more casual entertainment, simply watch the street performers at Covent Garden. Tonight, you might also opt to get a bird’s-eye view of London atop its newest and one of its most stunning attractions, the London Eye. This excursion includes dinner.
Included meals: breakfast

$115 USD

Churches of London On a tour of London’s famed churches, visit St Paul’s Cathedral, globally renowned for its magnificent Dome and glittering mosaics. Continue on to Westminster Abbey, located near the Houses of Parliament. If time permits, conclude the day at St. Martin's in the Field. Please note: This excursion does not run on Sundays.

$115 USD

London Eye & Pub Dinner Glide through the London sky on the London Eye Ferris Wheel. In clear weather, you can see for 25 miles around the city center. Afterward, enjoy a mini-tour of London’s West End before venturing to a local pub for dinner.

Day 8 - Paris

This morning, transfer to St. Pancras Station. Here, you’ll board the Eurostar, Europe’s quarter-milelong, high-speed train that whisks its passengers below the English Channel and resurfaces in France. Relax aboard comfortable, state-of-the-art transportation, arriving at Gare du Nord in Paris just three hours later. Upon arrival, a Go Ahead representative greets you and oversees check-in at your Paris hotel.
Included meals: breakfast

Day 9 - Paris

Paris is one of Europe’s most romantic and elegant capitals. Take a stroll along the Champs-Élysées, perhaps the world’s most famous avenue, and enter a milieu of haute couture in the chic boutiques of the Opéra district. Or you may choose to embark on an optional sightseeing tour of the city, which takes you past the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral. You can also opt to journey to Versailles this afternoon, where you can glimpse the grandeur of life as a member of King Louis XIV’s court.
Included meals: breakfast

$69 USD

Paris Sightseeing An expert guide introduces you to the historic and cultural landmarks of the City of Light.

$89 USD

Versailles It took 50 years and 35,000 workers to turn Versailles into the most magnificent château in all of France. On this excursion, you will see the palace in all its glory. Tour the State Apartments and the glittering Hall of Mirrors. Then stroll through the lavish gardens with their fine statuary, splendid fountains and colorful flowerbeds. Please note: This excursion requires advanced reservation and must be booked by 45 days prior to departure.

Day 10 - Paris

Paris’ department stores and outdoor markets are world-renowned, and there’s no place better than the Left Bank to browse for antique books. Explore the vibrant Latin Quarter today, home to the Sorbonne, and then stop at the Luxembourg Gardens, where Hemingway was inspired to write A Moveable Feast. Or else follow the road to enchantment on an optional excursion to Claude Monet's idyllic and inspiring retreat, Giverny.  (During the off-season, an excursion to Chateau de Fontainbleau will be offered instead.) Also, tonight you may opt to partake in an Evening in Paris, a sumptuous dinner followed by a cruise along the Seine.
Included meals: breakfast

$95 USD

Chateau de Fontainebleau Venture to Chateau de Fontainebleau for a guided tour. Today, this large French royal châteaux offers visitors a peek inside at its architectural treasures, paintings and the thousands of precious objects that are preserved within its walls. Please note: The excursion is offered from November through March.

$99 USD

Evening in Paris The event begins with dinner at a favorite local restaurant. After you dine, board a boat cruise along the Seine, an unforgettable experience. Coast along the water and under the many famous bridges of the Seine and take in the gloriously illuminated monuments of Paris—including Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower—an enchanting sight

$85 USD

Giverny The Norman town of Giverny was home to Claude Monet from 1883 until his death in 1926. Absorb the intricate palette of colors that the “Father of Impressionism” so magically depicted in paintings such as the Water Lilies series as you stroll through Giverny’s home and gardens. Please note: This excursion is seasonal and runs April through October.

Day 11 - Paris

Paris also has a wide range of excellent art museums, and you’ll have plenty of time to visit them. First choice is usually the Louvre. At night, savor the best of Paris’ gourmet tradition, and take in some world-class entertainment at the cabaret. Alternatively, choose the path to spiritual enlightenment on an optional excursion to see the soaring arches of Chartres Cathedral.
Included meals: breakfast

$95 USD

Van Gogh & Auvers-Sur-Oise Venture to Auvers-Sur-Oise, once home to painters Paul Cézanne, Charles-François Daubigny, Camille Pissarro, Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot and of course, Vincent van Gogh. You’ll visit the House of van Gogh (known as the Auberge Ravoux) located in the Borinage coal-mining district.

Day 12 - Paris

Take a path towards the surreal today and take in the Picasso Museum in the quiet Marais district. You might also consider a climb to Montmartre, where you can watch artists painting the scenes of today. Be sure to lave eave time for a relaxing stop at an intimate café to sip café au lait and watch the world go by—one of Paris’ most celebrated traditions.
Included meals: breakfast

$69 USD

Chartres Cathedral Enjoy an excursion to Chartres Cathedral, a cathedral that is truly one of the greatest of all French Gothic cathedrals. An expert guide will introduce you to the delicate carvings that cover the cathedral’s facade, the gorgeous stained-glass windows, and the labyrinth that unfurls under the soaring vaults within. Enjoy time to explore the surrounding village before returning to Paris.

Day 13 - Paris

A Go Ahead representative escorts you to the airport for your return flight home.
Included meals: breakfast
(In the case of early morning departures, breakfast may not be provided.)