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
Begin your vacation aboard a relaxing overnight flight bound for Great Britain.
Day 2 - London
Touch down in London, England’s magnificent capital. A Go Ahead representative greets you after you clear customs and accompanies you to your hotel for check-in. You’ll have the rest of the day to unpack, settle in and begin your explorations of London. (B in flight)
Day 3 - London
Over the next three days, you may choose to discover London on your own, or join one or more of our optional sightseeing excursions and planned activities—the choice is yours. Your tour director will be happy to provide suggestions or any information that you might need. You’ll find the city easy to navigate, on foot or by subway. To better orient yourself, you may join this morning’s optional guided sightseeing tour. A panoramic bus tour takes you throughout the city, highlighting famous landmarks such as Nelson’s Column in Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, Downing Street, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and visit St. Paul’s Cathedral. This afternoon, consider an optional excursion to Windsor Castle, the world’s oldest inhabited castle. Here you can see the royal collection of state treasures and walk through St. George’s Chapel (closed on Sundays). (B)
$115
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.
$109
Windsor Castle
A half-day excursion takes you to Windsor for a guided visit to the world’s largest inhabited castle.
Day 4 - London
Linger in the city today or take our optional journey to the British countryside. Visit Stonehenge, perhaps England’s most mysterious landmark. The origin and purpose of this ring of stones, which dates back 4,000 years, remains a mystery, though most believe it to have been a temple and observatory. The next stop is Bath, famous for its Georgian and Regency architecture. (B)
$145
Stonehenge & Bath
Visit Stonehenge, perhaps England’s most mysterious landmark. Next stop is Bath, famous for its Georgian and Regency architecture. After your tour director shows you the town’s major sights, visit the public baths for which the town is named.
Day 5 - London
Spend a final free day in London. Alternatively, join a full-day optional excursion to Canturbury, where you will explore the town's famed cathedral, and Leeds, England's favorite city. Also included in the excursion is a pub lunch. (B)
$99
Canterbury and Leeds Castle
Leave London for a day to tour the charming city of Canterbury, where you'll visit the magnificent cathedral of Canterbury and the spectacular Leeds Castle.
$145
London Eye and Dinner
Experience one of Britain’s newest attractions, the London Eye Ferris wheel! The world’s highest observation wheel, the London Eye lifts its passengers 450 feet above the River Thames. In clear weather, you can see for 25 miles! After your ride, continue on to a nearby restaurant for an included dinner.
Day 6 - Paris
Transfer to St. Pancras Station, where you’ll board the high-speed Eurostar train to travel under the English Channel to Paris. Upon arrival, a Go Ahead representative escorts you to your hotel. (B)
Day 7 - Paris
Revel in two full free days to explore one of Europe's most romantic and elegant cities. Stroll along the Left Bank or through the Luxembourg Gardens. View the collections of the Louvre or the smaller Picasso Museum. Or you might join a professional local guide for an optional sightseeing tour of the City of Light, featuring views of the Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Élysées, the Opera House, the Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame Cathedral. In the afternoon, consider taking an optional excursion to Versailles, the estate that Louis XIV designed to be the envy of royalty the world over. (B)
$89
Guided Tour of Paris
An expert local guide introduces you to the historical and cultural landmarks of the City of Light. Drive down the sycamore-lined Champs-Élysées, pass the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral.
$99
Versailles
Louis XIV, known as the “Sun King,” set new standards among European royalty for the decadence of his reign. On this half-day 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.
Day 8 - Paris
Wile away another free day in Paris by absorbing haute couture along the chic Rue du Faubourg St.-Honoré. Or watch the artists sketching the passing scene in the hilltop Montmartre neighborhood. Alternatively, join today’s optional excursion into the same French countryside that inspired Claude Monet to develop his Impressionist style. At Giverny, you’ll visit the studio and gardens of this celebrated artist (seasonal). Tonight, opt for our Evening in Paris with dinner at a local restaurant followed by a cruise along the Seine. (B)
$99
Evening in Paris: Seine cruise & Dinner
Take in all the nighttime allure of the City of Light on a special evening excursion. The event begins with dinner at a favorite local restaurant. Then board a boat cruise along the Seine and glide past the gloriously illuminated monuments of Paris — including Notre-Dame and the Eiffel Tower.
$85
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.
Day 9 - Paris
A Go Ahead representative accompanies you to the airport for your flight home. (B)