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New Year's Eve in London: The City Experience

with London extension

Duration: 7 or 9 days
Group size: 15-38
Reviews: 4

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Ring in the new year in Great Britain’s most dynamic city.

London was once considered the capital of the world—and it shows. It has a history that stretches back 2,000 years, and a culture as rooted in the local pub as it is in world-class museums. Celebrate the arrival of the new year with millions of other revelers in true British fashion. Then, get acquainted with the city at your own pace, whether that means strolling through Kensington Gardens, entering Westminster Abbey, or seeing Big Ben up close.

Your tour package includes

5 nights in a well-located hotel
5 breakfasts
3 dinners with beer or wine, including a celebratory New Year’s Eve dinner with Champagne toast
Expert Tour Director
Sightseeing tour with a local guide

Included highlights

New Year’s Eve in London
Trafalgar Square
Big Ben
Buckingham Palace
Ride on the London Eye

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Overnight Flight1 night

Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to London today.

London5 nights

Day 2: Arrival in London

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Welcome to England! Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner.

Day 3: Sightseeing tour of London

Included meal: Breakfast

View the regal landmarks of England’s vibrant and cosmopolitan capital on a guided sightseeing tour.

Pass the grand Trafalgar Square and Baroque-style St. Paul’s Cathedral, perched atop Ludgate Hill
See Westminster Abbey, the setting for royal coronations, weddings, and funerals
View icons like Big Ben, the London Eye, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London
Stop by Buckingham Palace, where you may catch the Changing of the Guard

Enjoy a free afternoon in London or add an excursion.

Windsor Castle

Excursion (additional cost)

Day 4: Free day in London

Included meal: Breakfast

Spend a free day in London or add an excursion.

Stonehenge & Salisbury

Excursion (additional cost)

Day 5: New Year’s Eve celebration

Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a free day in London or add an excursion.

This evening, ring in the new year with your fellow travelers with a celebratory dinner and a Champagne toast.

Kensington Palace & Afternoon Tea

Excursion (additional cost)

Day 6: A ride on the London Eye & farewell dinner

Included meals: Breakfast, Farewell dinner

Spend a free day in London or add an excursion.

Later, take in spectacular views of the city’s skyline from the London Eye. Take a tour through the Covent Garden area of the West End before saying goodbye to your group at a farewell dinner.

Tower of London

Excursion (additional cost)

Flight Home

Day 7: Departure

Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)

Transfer to the airport for your flight home or extend your stay to continue exploring London.

Extension to London

Extend your stay in London and your next quintessentially British experience will be just a Tube (that’s what the Brits call the subway) ride away. Lean on your Tour Director to point you toward the city’s best, and set off to chase your own sense of adventure.

London2 nights

Day 7: Free day in London

Included meal: Breakfast

Enjoy a free day in London or add an excursion.

Thames River Cruise & Pub Dinner

Excursion (additional cost)

Day 8: Free day in London

Included meal: Breakfast

Spend a free day in London. This evening, enjoy a farewell drink as you celebrate your trip with your fellow group members.

Flight Home

Day 9: Departure

Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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New Year's Eve in London: False Advertising

03/02/2020 by 2nd time traveler Susan T.

I signed up for the New Year's Eve in London: The City Experience because I have heard that London is one of the most exciting places to experience New Year's Eve. Long story short, our New Year's Eve experience consisted of a 30 minute ride on the Eye and a dinner in a mediocre restaurant that was ...

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London goes from sleepy to stellar in 8 days

01/15/2020 by 5th time traveler Liliana A.

Kay was EXCELLENT, I can't tell you how much we adored her and her thoughtfulness. She made us feel so welcomed. London was a 2 year-in-the-making type of trip, and though I was off to a rough and slow start, I did enjoy it very much. The food was underwhelming at the hotel, and in most places but a...

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Perfect pace!

01/15/2020 by 5th time traveler Laura B.

The best part of any City Stay Tour is the amount of free time you can spend doing different things. In our group some people did the scheduled excursions, others researched and found many different things to do, whether that was different walking tours, checking out different museums, having aftern...

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New Year’s Eve

03/03/2020 by 2nd time traveler Elaine W.

Not as advertised Kay did her best with having her hands tied by whom ever planned this evening. So disappointed. Your brochure shows fireworks and I was told when booking it that we’d see them yet we had dinner at restaurant in area totally opposite fireworks Why wasn’t dinner planned at restaur...

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Dear Elaine, Thank you for taking the time to leav...

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Hotels, flights & FAQ

Here's the nitty-gritty—where you’ll stay, how you’ll get there, and what to know about your destination before you go.

Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

Dorsett City

This contemporary hotel is located in Aldgate. Guests enjoy a gym, free Wi-Fi, and restaurants. Nearby, you’ll find the Tower of London, Tower Bridge,...

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Flights

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Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes

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Local weather

London, England

Weather averages

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FAQ

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Passport & visa requirements

In order to enter the United Kingdom, U.S. and Canadian citizens need a valid passport with an expiration date extending at least six months beyond the date of reentry.
We recommend having at least one blank passport page for entry stamps.
There is no visa required for U.S. or Canadian citizens.
If you are not a U.S. or Canadian citizen, you must contact your destination country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.

Tour pace

You will walk for at least 1.5 hours daily across mostly flat terrain, including paved roads and cobblestone streets, with few hills or stairs.
Travelers should be healthy enough to participate in all included walks without assistance. Adding optional excursions may increase the total amount of walking on your tour.
You should feel comfortable managing your own baggage at times.
Go Ahead Tours and the Tour Director who accompanies your group are unable to provide special, individual mobility assistance to travelers on tour. The responsibility of the Tour Director is to ensure the group as a whole enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing, individualized assistance to any one traveler.
If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer Experience Team.

Transportation & arrival information

Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in and depart from London. When you first arrive in London, a driver from a private chauffeur service will be standing at the arrival gate with your name on a message board. If you do not see your driver, please remain in the arrival lounge, as the driver may be escorting one of your fellow travelers to the shuttle at the time of your arrival. For more details, please reference the London transfer information included in your Go Kit.
Transfers to and from the airport at your destination are included for travelers who have purchased their flights through Go Ahead Tours. Travelers who purchase their own flights may request airport transfers with Go Ahead Tours for an additional cost.
For your convenience, a 4-day London Underground (“tube”) pass is also included in the price of your tour.
All other included transportation on this tour is by private motor coach.

Baggage allowance

Airlines have varying weight restrictions on baggage. Some airlines may impose additional charges if you choose to check any baggage; be advised that you are responsible for any such costs.
Contact your airline for baggage size and weight restrictions for your flight, but please note that our travelers are restricted to one checked bag per person due to storage limitations on motor coaches and other transfers, which may include train connections or flights.
One carry-on bag is also permitted, provided that it does not exceed 45 total inches (length + width + height).
Make sure you label your baggage and keep valuables, medication and documents in your carry-on bag.

Clothing & packing tips

Winters in London are generally mild. However, to ensure you’re comfortable for outdoor sightseeing and celebrations, we recommend packing a warm coat, hat and gloves, as well as rainwear.
We also suggest packing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing that can easily be layered.
A sturdy pair of walking shoes or sneakers is recommended for sightseeing.
If you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance, you may also want to bring dressier attire.

Health

There are no major health risks associated with traveling to the United Kingdom.
At least 60 days prior to departure, check with your doctor or healthcare provider for the latest updates and entry requirements, or visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov.
If you have medication that you take daily, be sure you have enough for each day of the tour as well as any possible delays encountered.
If you have dietary restrictions and/or food allergies please notify Go Ahead Tours at least 30 days prior to your departure by logging in to your account and updating your traveler info. To update this information closer to your departure date, please call our Customer Experience Team.

Cuisine

For traditional English fare at a reasonable price, try a pub meal of fish and chips or bangers and mash. Stilton cheese, steak and kidney pie, and Cumberland sausages are also worth a try.
Modern-day London boasts an array of diverse international restaurants. Popular options for the adventurous palate include Indian, Thai, Chinese, Indonesian, Greek, and West African cuisines. Sip afternoon tea with delicious finger sandwiches and scones at Harrods for the ultimate in English tradition.

Electricity

The United Kingdom operates on 240 volts and uses a Type G plug with three large, flat pins.
We recommend packing a universal adapter, as well as a voltage converter if you plan on using your own hairdryer or other electrical device without a built-in converter.
Your hotel may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi is available in most hotels, though some charges may apply.
There is no Wi-Fi on any of the motor coaches.
Please contact your mobile service provider for information on roaming charges.

Time zones

The United Kingdom is on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is five hours ahead of Eastern Time (ET).
When it’s noon in New York, it’s 5pm on tour.

Currency

You will use the Pound sterling on tour.
Better rates of exchange are usually available overseas, although it’s worth ordering some currency from your local bank to use when you first arrive.
We strongly advise that you take debit/bank cards and credit cards, which can be used to withdraw cash at local banks as needed.
You can use most debit/credit cards at ATMs on the international networks Cirrus and Plus, but make sure to check with your home bank about withdrawal fees.
Inform your bank and credit card company of your travel plans so that they won’t confuse your international purchases for fraudulent charges.
International banks and businesses primarily accept debit and credit cards that work with the EMV chip system. If you do not already have at least one debit or credit card with a chip in it, we strongly recommend requesting one from your bank prior to your tour.

Tipping

At the conclusion of your tour, it’s customary to offer your Tour Director and driver a gratuity in local currency. Please keep current exchange rates in mind.
We recommend tipping the equivalent of $7USD to $10USD per person per day for your Tour Director and the equivalent of $3USD per person per day for your driver.
If applicable, we also recommend the equivalent of $2USD per local guide.
Tips can only be paid in cash.

Purchasing excursions on tour

Most optional excursions will be available for purchase while you are on tour.
Your Tour Director will only accept cash (in USD only), Visa, or MasterCard as payment for excursions.
Please be advised that if you pay for an excursion by credit card while on tour, it may take up to three months for your card to be charged.
Some optional excursions may only be purchased in advance. See page four of your tour itinerary for more information.

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