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London Discovery

"Experience London, a unique and fascinating city. With premium accommodations, private airport and port transfers as well a shared sightseeing of the city, this value tour offer you a good overview of the city, along with some free time to explore the city on your own."

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Quick Facts about This Trip:

Trip Start/End:
England (London) / England (London)
Highlights:
England (London)
Duration:
3 days
Tour Type:
ValueValue trips offer the most popular sights and experiences in an area, typically feature centrally located economic hotels, with private and/or shared tours.
Travel Style:
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Price Range:
From $820 pp *
  • * CAD per person, double occupancy. Prices subject to change. This tour is fully customizable.
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Trip Description

Boasting four World Heritage Sites: The Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey and St. Margaret's Church; the Tower of London; the historic settlement of Greenwich; and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew; London really doesn't have to do much to draw its visitors as they tend to come of their own accord. As the largest urban population in the UK, the city has a wide sweep of amenities from public gardens, to shops, galleries, museums, theatres and more. Enjoy a self-guided walk to South Bank, a beautiful riverside stretch in the heart of central London, following the Thames from Lambeth to Blackfriars bridges. In walking distance to Covent Garden and Westminster it ss the perfect location for a relaxing stroll. Next day enjoy a fascinating panoramic tour, seeing Trafalgar Square, Downing Street, London’s Theatre district and Piccadilly Circus. Then to Buckingham Palace to see the colourful ceremony of the Changing of the Guard. View the city of London from the famous London Eye and relax before you will be transferred to the port in Southhampton.

Trip Summary

DayActivitiesHotel
Day 1
London
  • Transfer - Private - Heathrow Airport (arrival) - Vehicle/Driver
  • Welcome package - Pack
  • Lunch (not included)
  • Self-Guided - Along the South Bank
  • Attraction: St. Paul's Cathedral - Ticket
  • Dinner (not included)
Doubletree by Hilton London Westminster (4*)
Standard (Sun) (B)
1 DBL (2 Adults)


Day 2
London
  • Shared - 1/2 d Royal London (AM) - Coach/Guide
  • Lunch (not included)
  • Attraction: The London Eye - Ticket
Doubletree by Hilton London Westminster (4*)
Standard (Sun) (B)
1 DBL (2 Adults)


Day 3
London
  • Transfer - Private - London - Southampton [1 hr 45 mins] - Vehicle/Driver
  • End of Itinerary
Depart
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive
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Itinerary

  • England

     England offers the perfect place for people of all tastes - whether it is cosmopolitain cities, historical and cultural sites, wild and rugged nature or world recognised sprting events, England has it all.

  • London

    London is the capital and largest urban area in the United Kingdom. An important settlement for two millennia, London's history goes back to its founding by the Romans. Since its settlement, London has been part of many important movements and phenomena throughout history, such as the English Renaissance, the Industrial Revolution, and the Gothic Revival. London is one of the world's leading business, financial and cultural centres, and its influence in politics, education, entertainment, media, fashion and the arts contribute to its status as a major global city. The city boasts four World Heritage Sites: The Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey and St. Margaret's Church; the Tower of London; the historic settlement of Greenwich; and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

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    • Big Ben, LondonBig Ben, London
    • South Bank South Bank
    • Doubletree by Hilton London WestminsterDoubletree by Hilton London Westminster

    Day 1: London

    Meet your driver at Heathrow airport, and take a private transfer to your hotel.

    A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, train tickets (if relevant) and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip.

    South Bank is a beautiful riverside stretch in the heart of central London, following the Thames from Lambeth to Blackfriars bridges. In walking distance to Covent Garden and Westminster its the perfect location for a relaxing stroll Also accessible from Waterloo station. The packed programme of theatre, exhibitions, music, film and free events means South Bank is an inspiring place to explore for all ages. Along the South Bank, take in such sites, as, The London Eye: the world’s tallest observation wheel. At 135 metres above the Thames it offers unrivalled views over the city. On a clear day from the world’s largest Ferris wheel you can see 25 miles in every direction as far as Windsor to the west and, to the east nearly out to sea. Continue walking over the Milennium Bridge. Although it nowadays provides a smooth river crossing, the Millennium Bridge will be known to Londoners as simply the wobbly bridge. Designed by Norman Foster and Anthony Caro, its low-slung frame looks pretty spectacular, particularly when it’s lit up at night with fibre-optics-the so-called ‘blade of light’ effect. South Bank was made for long lazy afternoons and evenings, there is something for all tastes. Absorb the atmosphere over an al fresco lunch or dinner, enjoy cocktails with a view and try the stylish hotel bars, family-friendly cafes and funky places to grab a quick bite or late night drink.

    Entrance ticket to St Paul's Cathedral.

    St Paul's Cathedral is the Anglican cathedral on Ludgate Hill, in the City of London, and the seat of the Bishop of London. The present building dates from the 17th century and is generally reckoned to be London's fifth St Paul's Cathedral, although the number is higher if every major medieval reconstruction is counted as a new cathedral. The cathedral sits on the highest point of the City of London, which originated as a Roman trading post situated on the River Thames. The cathedral is one of London's most visited sights.

    Accommodation: Doubletree by Hilton London Westminster (4*)

    The Doubletree by Hilton London Westminster (4*) formerly The Mint Hotel Westminster is ideally located in the heart of central London in Westminster. You can reach the West End, the London Eye, Tate Britain and other attractions with absolute ease.  The 460 hotel rooms and suites are styled with absolute consideration for your comfort, with multimedia Apple iMac, fresh air conditioning, floods of natural daylight and White Company luxury toiletries to make guests feel at home. Enjoy a bite to eat in the award-winning City Café. The hotel's destination restaurant offers quality British Cuisine created by the Head Chef who combines the freshest local ingredients to create mouth-watering seasonal dishes with a modern twist.   Alternatively, relax in the sophisticated surroundings of the Millbank Lounge bar with its vibrant mix of whisky, wine and cocktails.

    • London EyeLondon Eye

    Day 2: London

    Your tour begins with a panoramic drive around Parliament Square, to see Westminster Abbey, where many of our Kings, Queens, Statesmen, poets and writers are buried. See Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.

    Enjoy a fascinating panoramic tour, seeing Trafalgar Square, Downing Street, London's Theatre District and Piccadilly Circus. Then to Buckingham Palace to see the colourful ceremony of the Changing of the Guard. Accompanied by a military band, a detachment of the Queen's Foot Guard march to Buckingham Palace in their bearskins and red tunics, and a change with the Old Guard.

    The tour finishes at Trafalgar Square at around 12.30pm. Your guide will be happy to give you suggestions for lunch and transportation back to your hotel.

    Enjoy wonderful sights of the city of London from the London Eye ferris wheel! The London Eye (also known as the Millennium Wheel), at a height of 135 metres (443 ft),[1] is the biggest Ferris wheel in Europe, and has become the most popular paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom, visited by over three million people in per year. At the time it was erected, in 1999, it was the tallest Ferris wheel in the world, until it was surpassed by the Star of Nanchang (160 m) in May 2006, and then the Singapore Flyer (165 m) on 11 February 2008. However, it is still described by its operators as "the world's tallest cantilevered observation wheel" (because the entire structure is supported by an A-frame on one side only). The London Eye is located at the western end of Jubilee Gardens, on the South Bank of the River Thames between Westminster Bridge and Hungerford Bridge.

    Accommodation: Doubletree by Hilton London Westminster (4*)
  • Day 3: London

    Sit back and relax on your private transfer from your London hotel to Southampton port with personal vehicle and driver.

    Accommodation: Depart

    Depart from London Heathrow airport - end of itinerary.

Accommodation

      • Doubletree by Hilton London WestminsterDoubletree by Hilton London Westminster
      • Doubletree by Hilton London WestminsterDoubletree by Hilton London Westminster

      Doubletree by Hilton London Westminster (4*)

      The Doubletree by Hilton London Westminster (4*) formerly The Mint Hotel Westminster is ideally located in the heart of central London in Westminster. You can reach the West End, the London Eye, Tate Britain and other attractions with absolute ease.  The 460 hotel rooms and suites are styled with absolute consideration for your comfort, with multimedia Apple iMac, fresh air conditioning, floods of natural daylight and White Company luxury toiletries to make guests feel at home. Enjoy a bite to eat in the award-winning City Café. The hotel's destination restaurant offers quality British Cuisine created by the Head Chef who combines the freshest local ingredients to create mouth-watering seasonal dishes with a modern twist.   Alternatively, relax in the sophisticated surroundings of the Millbank Lounge bar with its vibrant mix of whisky, wine and cocktails.

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    The Fine Print

    • Trip Operator

      Horizon Holidays (founded in 1963), is a privately-owned leading boutique travel company. Horizon designs and stages authentic and deeply personal travel experiences that are carefully choreographed to induce a life-long memory. In addition to offering published trips on seven continents, Horizon builds private custom trips for discerning individuals and small groups.

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      Tel: 1-800-387-2977
      Email: admin@horizon-holidays.com
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    • What's Included:

      • Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
    • What's not Included:

      • Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
    • Trip Terms & Conditions

      • Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
      • Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
      • Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
      • Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
      • Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
      • Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.horizon-holidays.com/terms-and-conditions
      • Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.
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