London Diaries Tour - THY - 6 March Ramadan Eid Special 2027 - 4 Nights 5 Days
1. DAY: ISTANBUL - LONDON (SOHO & CHINATOWN EVENING TOUR)
On the first day of our tour, in the morning we depart from Istanbul Airport on Turkish Airlines’ scheduled flight departing at 08:05. After an approximately 4-hour journey, we land at London Gatwick Airport at 09:10 local time. After our passport and baggage procedures, we start exploring London directly.
During our panoramic city tour, we see from the outside many important landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, one of the most iconic structures of England, Hyde Park, famous for its lush greenery, and Big Ben, one of the country’s symbolic buildings, and we gain our first impressions of the city accompanied by our guide’s explanations. We take a short break at Trafalgar Square so we can rest a little and have something to eat. After the city tour, we transfer to our hotel, free time.
In the evening, we will optionally do the Soho & Chinatown Evening Tour with our guests who wish to join as an extra. (45£)
On this tour, you will experience London’s liveliest, most colorful, and most delicious evening. Departing from our hotel in the late afternoon, we head toward the Soho & Chinatown area, the heart of London’s nightlife. After a short and comfortable journey by public transport, we begin exploring this special area, which takes on a completely different atmosphere from daytime.
Soho, one of London’s most energetic areas, truly comes alive in the evening. Lights, crowds, music, and movement… The moment you arrive here, you feel much more clearly why London is one of the world’s most important cities.
We begin our walk on Soho’s characteristic streets. In this area filled with small theaters, live music venues, boutique bars, and restaurants, you encounter a different atmosphere at every step. As we listen to the story of the area with our guide, we also witness the real life beyond London’s classic tourist face. Continuing our walk, we move on to Chinatown, one of London’s most remarkable areas. Streets decorated with red lanterns, restaurants offering the finest examples of Asian cuisine, and a completely different cultural atmosphere… The moment you step here, you may feel as if you have left London behind. At the end of our tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight at the hotel.
2. DAY: LONDON (GREATER LONDON CITY TOUR)
After breakfast, we begin our full-day extra Greater London Tour with our guests who wish to join. (140 £)
We are starting our full and rich tour where we will discover both the historical and modern sides of London. Our first stop is the City of London area, known as London’s financial center. With its deep-rooted history dating back to Roman times, this area has managed to preserve its historical texture despite now being surrounded by skyscrapers.
We begin our walking tour with St. Paul’s Cathedral, one of the oldest and most important religious buildings in the city. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, this impressive cathedral is one of the most iconic landmarks of London’s skyline, especially with its massive dome.
In the continuation of our tour, we see the Tower of London, one of London’s symbols, panoramically. Built in the 11th century, this structure has been used throughout history as a palace, prison, and treasury. Right next to it, we stop for photos at Tower Bridge, which has become one of the symbols of modern London.
Continuing our City tour, we complete the first half of the day with a lunch break at Borough Market, one of the most popular street food stops in London.
After completing our City of London tour, we move on to the City of Westminster area, London’s political and royal center. Our first stop here is Buckingham Palace, one of the most important symbols of the British monarchy.
In the continuation of our tour, the Houses of Parliament (Palace of Westminster), considered the political heart of England, and Big Ben right next to it will be seen.
During our walking tour, we also see Westminster Abbey panoramically. This historic building, where royal coronation ceremonies are held, is one of the most important places in England’s history.
In the final part of our tour, we allow free time at Covent Garden, one of London’s liveliest squares. Guests who wish may visit the surrounding shops, spend time in cafes, or enjoy the city atmosphere.
After meeting at the designated time, we return to our hotel and the tour ends.
3. DAY: OXFORD & BICESTER VILLAGE OUTLET TOUR
After breakfast, we depart from the hotel for the full-day extra Oxford & Bicester Village tour (140 £) with our guests who wish to join. Oxford, one of England’s most established academic cities, is our first stop.
During the walking tour we will do with our guide, landmarks of the city such as Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library, one of the world’s oldest libraries, St Mary the Virgin Church with its elegant architecture, and Christ Church College, which also hosted the Harry Potter films, are seen from the outside. With enjoyable walks in this historic atmosphere, the enchanting ambiance of Oxford is experienced. After the guide’s explanations, during the short free time given, guests who wish may also explore the city individually.
After our visit to Oxford, with an approximately 30-minute journey, we move on to Bicester Village Outlet, one of England’s most popular shopping destinations. Here, there is an opportunity to shop and spend time in boutiques offering products from world-famous luxury brands at outlet prices. The large open-air shopping area provides a very pleasant environment both for shopping and relaxing.
At the end of the day, we return to London with shopping bags and beautiful memories. Accommodation at our hotel.
4. DAY: CAMBRIDGE CITY TOUR
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we join the Cambridge tour, which will be arranged as an extra for our guests who wish to participate. (120 £)
During our journey, which will take approximately 1.5 hours, our guide will provide information about England’s education system, university culture, and Cambridge’s history.
Upon our arrival in Cambridge, we begin our walking tour and first visit King’s College, one of the city’s most important symbols. Founded in 1441 by King Henry VI, this historic building is especially notable for its magnificent King’s College Chapel.Our tour continues with the opportunity to see other important colleges affiliated with Cambridge University panoramically. During this time, we share enjoyable information about world-famous scientists such as Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, and Stephen Hawking having studied at this university.
During our walking tour, following the River Cam that runs through the city, we explore Cambridge’s most impressive views. For guests who wish, there is also an opportunity to join the rowing boat tour known as “punting,” which is very popular in the area (extra).After our tour, we give free time in the city center. During this time, our guests may spend time in charming cafes, visit small boutique shops, or experience the university atmosphere on their own.
At the designated meeting time, we gather again and begin our return journey to London. Depending on traffic conditions, we arrive at our hotel in the evening and complete our tour.
5. DAY: LONDON - ISTANBUL
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we complete our check-out procedures. After our early breakfast, we return to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines' flight at 10:55. With our arrival at Istanbul Airport at 17:55, our tour ends. We hope to see you on your next trip!
WHY IS LOCAL TRANSPORT PREFERRED IN LONDON?
Using public transportation in a large and historic city like London allows you to visit more places in less time by avoiding city traffic and time loss. Tours by metro, train, and bus also let you feel London’s dynamic life on site.
Thanks to these tours, you not only see tourist spots, but also travel on the same routes used by Londoners in daily life, experiencing the city not like a tourist but like a “traveler.” So this is not just a transportation choice, but the most natural way to live London.
Additionally;
The hotel where accommodation will be provided is located in the Heathrow area, and public transportation must be used to reach the city center.
Breakfast at the hotel is included in the accommodation. The breakfast content may vary regionally depending on the hotel’s practice; in European standards, it is generally served in continental style.
A minimum participation of 15 people is required for the extra tours included in the program to take place. It should be noted that if the number of participants falls below this, the relevant tour may not be operated.
Extra tour programs and days may be changed by the guide and operator.
Local transportation such as metro, train, bus, and ferry may be used on extra tours. In this way, both time loss caused by traffic is prevented, and the opportunity to witness the real life of the city more closely is gained.
What's Included
SERVICES INCLUDED IN THE PRICE :
Flight ticket between Istanbul (IST) – London (LGW) – Istanbul (IST) with Turkish Airlines
4 Nights Bed & Breakfast Accommodation at the Preferred Hotel
Panoramic City Tour
Transfer and Guiding Services
Tursab Professional Liability Insurance
Not Included
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE :
Exit Fee for Leaving the Country
Travel Health Insurance
UK Visa
All Hotel Extras and Personal Expenses
Extra Tours
Ticketed Activities
Museum Entrance Fees
City and Accommodation Taxes
Driver and Guide Tips (10 £ per person)