London Diaries Tour - THY - 10 March Eid al-Fitr Special 2027 3 Nights 4 Days

Day 1: ISTANBUL - LONDON (SOHO & CHINATOWN EVENING TOUR)

On the first day of our tour, we depart from Istanbul Airport in the morning on Turkish Airlines’ scheduled flight departing at 08:05. After approximately 4 hours of travel, we land at London Gatwick Airport at 09:10 local time. After our passport and baggage procedures, we begin exploring London directly.

During our panoramic city tour, we see from the outside many important points such as Buckingham Palace, one of England’s most iconic structures; Hyde Park, famous for its lush greenery; and Big Ben, one of the country’s symbolic landmarks, 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, for those who wish, we will optionally carry out the Soho & Chinatown Evening Tour. (45£)

On this tour, you will experience London’s liveliest, most colorful, and most delicious evening experience. In the late afternoon, departing from our hotel, we head toward the Soho & Chinatown area, the heart of London’s nightlife. After a short and comfortable journey by public transport, we begin to explore this special area, which takes on an atmosphere completely different from the 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. While listening to the story of the area with our guide, we also witness the real life of London beyond its classic tourist face. Continuing our walk, we move on to Chinatown, one of London’s most eye-catching areas. Streets decorated with red lanterns, restaurants serving 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. At the end of our tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight at the hotel. 

Day 2: LONDON (GRAND LONDON CITY TOUR)

After breakfast, we begin our full-day optional Grand London Tour for those who wish. (140 £) 

We begin our packed 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 being surrounded by skyscrapers today.

We begin our walking tour with St. Paul’s Cathedral, one of the city’s oldest and most important religious buildings. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, this impressive cathedral is one of the most iconic landmarks of the London skyline, especially with its massive dome. 

On the continuation of our tour, we see the Tower of London, one of London’s symbols, panoramically. Built in the 11th century, this structure was used throughout history as a palace, prison, and treasury. We take a photo break at Tower Bridge, located right next to it and now one of the symbols of modern London.

Continuing our City tour, we complete the first half of the day by taking 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. 

On the continuation of our tour, the Houses of Parliament (Palace of Westminster), considered the political heart of England, and Big Ben, located 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 give free time in Covent Garden, one of London’s liveliest squares. Guests who wish may browse 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.

Day 3: OXFORD & BICESTER VILLAGE OUTLET TOUR

After breakfast, we depart from the hotel for the full-day optional Oxford & Bicester Village tour (140 £) for those who wish. Oxford, one of England’s most established academic cities, is our first stop.

During the walking tour we will carry out with our guide, landmarks such as Radcliffe Camera, one of the city’s iconic structures; Bodleian Library, one of the oldest libraries in the world; St Mary the Virgin Church, with its elegant architecture; and Christ Church College, which has also hosted the Harry Potter films, are seen from the outside. With enjoyable walks in this historical 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 Oxford visit, with an approximately 30-minute journey, we move on to Bicester Village Outlet, one of England’s most popular shopping destinations. Here, guests are offered the opportunity to shop and spend time in boutiques offering products from world-famous luxury brands at outlet prices. The spacious open-air shopping area provides a very pleasant environment for both shopping and relaxing.

At the end of the day, we return to London with shopping bags and wonderful memories. Overnight at our hotel.

Day 4: LONDON (WINDSOR TOUR) → ISTANBUL 

After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we complete our check-out procedures. For those who wish, the Windsor Tour will be organized as an extra in the morning. (35£) After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we vacate our rooms and begin our final day in London. On this special day, unlike London city center, we head toward Windsor, one of England’s most elegant and historic towns.

After a short journey, we arrive in Windsor and begin our walking tour. Located on the banks of the River Thames, this charming town is one of England’s most impressive spots with both its natural beauty and historical texture.

During our tour, we see Windsor Castle panoramically, one of the largest royal palaces in the world still in active use. This magnificent structure, one of the official residences of the British Royal Family, is one of the most important symbols of England’s history.

As we continue along the town’s stone streets during our walk, we enjoy pleasant moments accompanied by small boutique shops, cafes, and a traditional English atmosphere. During the free time given, guests may shop if they wish, take a walk along the river, or spend time in stylish cafes.

This calm and elegant atmosphere will be one of the most enjoyable and relaxing moments of the tour after London’s busy pace. After meeting at the designated time, we head to the airport.

With Turkish Airlines’ flight, we return to Istanbul at 17:25. With our arrival at Istanbul Airport at 00:15, our tour comes to an end. We hope to see you on your next trip!

WHY IS LOCAL TRANSPORT PREFERRED IN LONDON?

Using public transport in a large and historic city like London allows you to visit more places in a shorter time by avoiding city traffic and time loss. Tours made 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 by traveling on the same routes used by Londoners in daily life, you experience the city not as a tourist but as a “traveler.” In other words, this is not just a transportation choice; it is the most natural way to experience London.

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The hotel for accommodation will be located in the Heathrow area, and public transportation must be used to reach the city center. 

Breakfast taken at the hotel is included in the accommodation. The content of breakfast may vary regionally depending on the hotel’s practice; it is generally offered in continental style according to European standards.

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 participation falls below this number, the relevant tour may not be carried out.

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. This both prevents time loss caused by traffic and provides the opportunity to witness the real life of the city more closely.