London, Paris & The Chelsea Flower Show

9 Days from $2,849 USD

The sparkle and bloom of London and Paris will make you smile, as is the annual flower show held in Chelsea. During your tour, you'll enjoy art, architecture and ambiance, as you discover the lush and vibrant parks of these two beautiful cities.

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. After cleraing customs and collecting your bags, look for the the SkyShuttle Transfer desk. They will be providing your transfer to your hotel. You’ll have the rest of the day to unpack, settle in and begin your explorations of London. Later, meet your fellow group at tonights' Welcome Dinner. (B in flight, D)

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 and the Houses of Parliament. 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)

$99 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.

$85 USD

Windsor Castle

A half-day excursion takes you to Windsor for a guided visit to the world’s largest inhabited castle.

Day 4 - London

With another free day in London, spend time figuratively stripping away bricks, mortar and tarmac, when you set out to explore hidden parts of the capital, like Soho, Covent Garden and Charing Cross. Or opt to join a full-day excursion to Kew Gardens, one of the world’s leading botanic gardens for a guided tour of and High Tea with a light lunch. Go “behind the scenes” and visit the Nursery, as well as have an answer and question session with one of the staff. Later, join an optional excursion to one of Britain’s newest attractions, the London Eye, before dining out a local restaurant. (B)

$115 USD

Kew Gardens

Enjoy a full-day at Kew Gardens, one of the world¹s leading botanic gardens.
Here, you¹ll see the world's largest and most diverse collection of living plants, with over 40,000 different species. You¹ll also enjoy a guided tour of the gardens and savor High Tea and a light lunch, as well as visit the Nursery for an answer and question session with one of the staff.

$115 USD

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 5 - London

Today you get to experience The Chelsea Flower Show! Join other visitors from far and wide to see the creme de la creme of garden design and horticulture on show, and to get ideas to take home for your own garden. After all, it is here that plant breeders’ unveil new plants and the Great Pavilion provides the first glimpses of the newest horticultural gems. (B)

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

Spend your free time today exploring the Latin Quarter or Luxembourg Gardens, where author Hemingway was inspired to write A Moveable Feast. Or join an optional guided sightseeing tour that introduces you to the historical and cultural landmarks of the City of Light. You’ll drive down the sycamore-lined Champs-Élysées, one of the world’s most celebrated avenues, and pass the Eiffel Tower, built for the 1889 World’s Fair. Later, consider setting out on your own to explore the city’s wide range of excellent art museums, including—of course—the Louvre. Or while away the afternoon on an optional excursion to Versailles, now the most magnificent château in all of France. Upon arrival, you’ll tour the impressive Gardens of Versailles. In addition to the meticulous manicured lawns, you’ll marvel at splendid blooming flowers and sculpture fountains that are located throughout the garden. (B)

$69 USD

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.

Please note: This excursion requires advance booking and payment at least 20 days prior to departure.

$89 USD

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.

Please note: This excursion requires advance booking and payment at least 45 days prior to departure.

Day 8 - Paris

This morning, travel to Norman town of Giverny, where Claude Monet lived from 1883 until his death in 1926. Notice the intricate palette of colors the “Father of Impressionism” magically depicted in paintings, as you stroll through the surrounding gardens. Later, join your Tour Director for an afternoon Gardens of Paris Walking Tour and stroll through the Jardin des Plantes and Luxembourg Gardens. In the evening, enjoy an Evening in Paris optional that includes dinner at local restaurant and cruise along the Seine—a perfect way to spend your last evening in Paris! (B)