Christmas in London

- From $3,999.00 CAD

Feel the holiday spirit when you experience the Christmas season in London, a world within a city. Explore London’s colorful Christmas markets and beautifully decorated streets. Join a local expert on a walking tour of London. See the Norwegian fir in Trafalgar Square, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the festive lights adorning Buckingham Palace. Travel to magnificent Blenheim Palace, an incomparable display at Christmastime, and enjoy Afternoon Tea in the charming surrounds of the festive palace. Embark on a relaxing journey as you discover the colorful history and regal pageantry only found “across the pond.”

MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS

Explore the local stalls of Greenwich and uncover its character and history.
Feel the festive vibes at Blenheim Palace as it’s adorned for the season.
Walk around Covent Garden, one of London’s oldest marketplaces, and a hub of London’s street performer scene.

CULINARY INCLUSIONS

Enjoy a pub lunch in London’s village, Greenwich.
Take Christmas Afternoon Tea at Blenheim Palace.

CULTURAL EXPERIENCES

See how London sparkles for the holidays on a drive-around to see the Christmas lights.
Travel like a local on the river bus to Greenwich.

HOTELS

DoubleTree by Hilton - Tower of London, London

INCLUDED

Stay:

7 Days
6 Nights

Meals:

5 Breakfasts
2 Lunches
2 Dinners

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Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Get ready for a festive getaway to London. “The Big Smoke” glistens during the holidays and makes for a timeless setting for your Christmas journey.

Accommodation: DoubleTree by Hilton - Tower of London
London, England

Welcome to London at Christmastime! There’s nothing like the city when it’s bursting with the excitement of the season. With no scheduled activities today, you can explore London’s festive streets at your leisure. Feel the holiday spirit as you perhaps shop the Christmas markets for handmade gifts and colorful decorations amid the scent of warm, mulled wine and cinnamon. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.

Meal included: Dinner
Accommodation: DoubleTree by Hilton - Tower of London
London

A local expert leads a panoramic and walking city tour. See Trafalgar Square, the exteriors of Buckingham Palace, Westminster, the Houses of Parliament, and Big Ben. End your tour in the bustling Covent Garden, one of London’s oldest marketplaces. Perhaps you’ll be entertained by a street performer — after all, Covent Garden is popular for its artistic scene. With some free time, explore Covent Garden before returning to the hotel by bus via a route that showcases the magnificent Christmas lights of London.

Meal included: Breakfast
Accommodation: DoubleTree by Hilton - Tower of London
London - Greenwich - London

Climb aboard the local transport river bus en route to Greenwich, seeing the Tower of London from the river. Dock in Greenwich, known as the village of London. Shop at the local stalls (perhaps bargaining like a local), and then it’s your choice! Visit your pick of museums: the Cutty Sark -OR- National Maritime Museum. Enjoy lunch in a local pub that’s full of charm. After, you can take the Clipper boat back to the West End, or if you wish, take it back later so you can further explore Greenwich on your own. No matter where you spend your free evening, the festive atmosphere will add joy to your discoveries.

Meal included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: DoubleTree by Hilton - Tower of London
London - Blenheim Palace - London

Visit Blenheim Palace, one of England’s most magnificent homes and the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. At Christmas, this UNESCO World Heritage Site becomes a true winter wonderland. After an included Christmas Afternoon Tea, spend some time in the afternoon perusing the many market stalls or take some time to wander the beautifully manicured garden. Arriving back in London in the early evening, you still have time to see the city in all its glory.

Meal included: Breakfast & Lunch
London

Today, set off to visit the magnificent St. Paul’s Cathedral. With its world-famous dome, this is one of the most iconic features in the London skyline. After some free time for lunch, join your Tour Manager to walk along London’s South Bank. Walk across the Millenium Bridge for some wonderful views of the city and see Shakespeare’s Globe, ending the tour at the wonderful Borough Market. This evening, go with your new friends to a traditional English restaurant for a farewell dinner. Toast the end of a festive trip to an amazing city.

Meal included: Breakfast & Dinner
London - Tour Ends

It’s time to head home, full of warmth and memories of your Christmastime London adventure.

Meal included: Breakfast