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Slip away for the new year and a stay in two of Europe’s leading capitals.
Take in all the local highlights on a citywide tour of London before ringing in the new year with the city’s revelers. Celebrate by witnessing the spectacular fireworks display over the Thames, raising a toast in the pub or taking in a show. Then, make your way to Paris to sit in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower, sip your café au lait, and get up close to cultural icons in world-class museums.
Your tour package includes
7 nights in handpicked hotels
7 breakfasts
3 dinners with beer or wine, including a celebratory New Year’s Eve dinner with Champagne toast
2 sightseeing tours
Expert Tour Director & local guides
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Included highlights
New Year’s Eve in London
Trafalgar Square
Big Ben
Buckingham Palace
Eurostar train ride
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Welcome to London! Meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner.
Day 3: Sightseeing tour of London
Included meal: Breakfast
Take a guided tour of the regal landmarks of the English capital with a local expert leading the way.
Pass the grand Trafalgar Square and Baroque-style St. Paul’s Cathedral, perched atop Ludgate Hill
See Westminster Abbey, the setting for royal coronations and weddings
View icons like Big Ben, the London Eye, and the UNESCO-recognized 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
From $115 per person
Day 4: Free day in London
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend a full free day in London or add an excursion.
Stonehenge & Oxford
From $145 per person
Day 5: Free day in London & New Year’s Eve celebration
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Take another day to explore London on your own or add an excursion.
This evening, ring in the new year with your fellow travelers with a celebratory dinner and a Champagne toast.
Tower of London & Thames River Cruise
From $139 per person
Paris3 nights
Day 6: Paris via the Eurostar train
Included meal: Breakfast
Board the famed high-speed Eurostar train to be whisked beneath the English Channel as you journey to Gare du Nord station in Paris.
Enjoy a free evening in Paris or add an excursion.
Dinner in Paris & Seine River Cruise
From $119 per person
Day 7: Sightseeing tour of Paris
Included meal: Breakfast
A guided tour introduces you to the architecture, scenery, and history of the City of Light’s many neighborhoods, called arrondissements.
Drive down the sycamore-lined Champs-Élysées to view the Arc de Triomphe
Pass Pont Neuf and the legendary Notre-Dame Cathedral, located on an island in the Seine River
See the Eiffel Tower, the Palais Garnier opera house, and Place de la Concorde, the city’s grandest square
Marvel at the iconic architecture of the Louvre and Hôtel des Invalides
Day 8: Free day in Paris
Included meals: Breakfast, Farewell dinner
Enjoy a free day in Paris or add an excursion.
Later, join your group for a farewell dinner.
Versailles Palace & Gardens
From $135 per person
Flight Home
Day 9: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
Transfer to the airport for your flight home, or extend your stay to continue exploring Paris.
Extension to Paris
Paris is always a good idea, so extend your trip to keep exploring. Take a couple of days to museum-hop, stroll along the boulevards, brush up on your français, and let your expert Tour Director point you toward the crème de la crème.
Paris2 nights
Day 9: Free day in Paris
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend a full free day in the City of Light or add an excursion.
Paris Theater Show
From $109 per person
Day 10: Free day in Paris
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend another free day in Paris or add an excursion.
This evening, enjoy a farewell drink as you celebrate your trip with your fellow group members.
Paris Home-Hosted Dinner
From $85 per person
Flight Home
Day 11: Departure
Included meal: Breakfast (excluding early morning departures)
Great trip well organized, Kathy our tour director assisted each person with transportation, looking for tickets for events. She made sure we always knew how to get back to our hotels. She was always pleasant with a greeting smile for each of us. Kudos to Stuart the tour guide in England.
London and Paris, oh my!
12/28/18 by 1st-time traveler Sherry
This was our first time traveling with GoAhead Tours and we are hooked! First of all, our tour director, Lyn Davies, was wonderful! She was organized and met us as we arrived to our hotel, handling all the details and getting us where we needed to be all throughout our trip. She was friendly and hel...
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Absolutely Amazing!
12/28/18 by 1st-time traveler Robert
I was skeptical of using Go Ahead Tours and told all of my friends so. Now, after having completed my tour, I am no longer skeptical. Everything about Go Ahead Tours was amazing. Prior to departing for our tour, the website kept us informed and any telephone conversations we had were professional an...
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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 Shepherd's Bush
This elegant hotel is located in Shepherd's Bush in West London. Guests enjoy a fitness center, spa, and free Wi-Fi. Nearby, you’ll find Notting Hill,...
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Mercure Paris Montmartre Sacre Coeur
This trendy hotel is located in Montmartre. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness room, and bar. Nearby, you'll find Sacré-Cœur Basilica, Moulin Rouge, a...
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Flights
Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.
Add our airfare package and you'll get:
Round-trip flight for your tour
Airport transfers at your destination
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24/7 support from our dedicated service team
Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes
This tour visits the United Kingdom and France. In order to enter these countries, 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 each country’s consulate for your specific entry requirements.
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code LP8.
You will walk for about 1 hour 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, as well as getting in and out of trains.
If you have any mobility concerns or physical restrictions, please contact our Customer Experience Team.
Round-trip flights booked through Go Ahead Tours arrive in London and depart from Paris. 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.
A train ride from London to Paris is included in the price of your tour.
All other included transportation on this tour is by private motor coach.
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.
Winters in London and Paris 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.
You may want to pack dressier attire if you plan to visit a high-end restaurant or attend a special performance.
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](https://www.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 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.
You can see the most up-to-date entry requirements for the destination(s) you’ll visit on tour by going to goaheadtours.com/entry-requirements and searching the code LP8.
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 cuisine. Sip afternoon tea with delicious finger sandwiches and scones at Harrods for the ultimate in English tradition.
For a picnic with French flair, stop at a small grocery store for cheeses, pâtés, cured meats, fresh-baked bread, and fruit. In the cities, sidewalk vendors are known for their steaming crepes, while mouthwatering pastries and hot café au lait beckon from cafes. In restaurants, the prix fixe option is a popular way to enjoy a set three- or four-course menu for a good price.
The United Kingdom operates on 240 volts and uses a Type G plug with three large, flat pins.
France operates on the European standard 220-240 volts and uses Types C, E, or F plugs with two small, round 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 hotels may provide hairdryers, irons, and other small appliances. However, these amenities cannot be guaranteed.
You will use the Pound sterling in the United Kingdom and the euro in France.
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.
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.
If you have not yet purchased your optional excursions, you may be able to do so while you are on tour.
Your Tour Director will only accept cash (in USD only), Visa, or MasterCard as payment for optional 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.
International travel is, by its very nature, unpredictable. We must therefore reserve the right to change this itinerary, without advance notice, to meet with local conditions at the time of travel. We appreciate your understanding. Please refer to our website for Terms & Conditions, dates, and prices.
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