1st Day Istanbul – London
We meet 3 hours before departure at the Turkish Airlines counter in the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for London at 07:50 on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1981. Upon arrival in London at 09:55 local time, we begin exploring the enchanting landmarks of this magnificent city with our waiting vehicle. During our city tour in London, one of the cities visited by millions of tourists every year, we will see Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster St. Peter’s Church and Westminster Bridge, Oxford and Regent shopping streets, and the River Thames. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
2nd Day London
After breakfast at the hotel, those who wish may join the extra tour organized as the Magnificent Icons of London (London Eye & Westminster & Thames River Boat Tour) (120 GBP). Opened to visitors in 2000, the London Eye stands 135 meters high and has 32 passenger capsules. The 32 capsules represent the 32 districts of London. With its 135-meter height, the London Eye is Europe’s largest observation wheel and offers magnificent views of London by integrating with the River Thames. Our second stop on the tour will be the Westminster District. Places to be seen here include Westminster Abbey (St. Peter’s Church), where the British Royal Family’s traditional coronation and funeral ceremonies are held, Trafalgar Square, Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and the West End. After the tour, we will take a boat ride on the River Thames, one of London’s symbols and the river that divides the city in two, then transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
3rd Day London
After breakfast at the hotel, those who wish may join the extra tour organized as the Magnificent Oxford & Bicester Village Outlet tour (100 GBP). Located in southeast England, Oxford is one of the country’s centers of history and culture. Home to Oxford University, one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world, the city is a wonderful destination with its picturesque architecture as well as its cosmopolitan structure created by the presence of students and its lively, modern life driven by light industry and technology. After our visit, we head to Bicester Village, one of England’s best shopping centers. Opened in 1995 and closed to traffic ever since, this outlet center is famous for its more than 150 shops and cafes, where you can find many products at discounted prices.
4th Day London – Istanbul
After breakfast at the hotel, we complete our check-out procedures. Then, at the time announced by our guide, we depart for the airport. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul at 17:15 on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1998. Arrival at 23:20 local time and the end of our tour.