London Diaries Tour - THY - 6 March Ramadan Eid Special 2027 - 4 Nights 5 Days
1. DAY: ISTANBUL - LONDON (SOHO & CHINATOWN EVENING TOUR)
We depart from Istanbul Airport on the first day of our tour with Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight at 08:05. After approximately 4 hours of travel, we arrive at London Gatwick Airport at 09:10 local time. After completing passport and baggage procedures, we immediately begin exploring London.
During our panoramic city tour, we view many important landmarks from outside, including Buckingham Palace, one of the most iconic structures in England; Hyde Park, famous for its lush greenery; and Big Ben, a symbol of the country. Alongside our guide's commentary, we form our first impressions of the city. We take a short break at Trafalgar Square to rest and have a meal. After the city tour, we transfer to our hotel and have free time.
In the evening, we will conduct an optional Soho & Chinatown Evening Tour for interested guests (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 towards Soho & Chinatown, 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 compared to daytime.
Soho, one of London's most energetic areas, comes alive in the evening. Lights, crowds, music, and movement... As soon as you arrive here, you feel much more clearly why London is one of the world's most important cities.
We start our walk through Soho's characteristic streets. In this area filled with small theaters, live music venues, boutique bars, and restaurants, you will encounter a different atmosphere at every step. While listening to our guide tell the story of the area, we also witness the real life that lies beyond London's classic tourist facade. Continuing our walk, we move to Chinatown, one of London's most striking districts. Streets decorated with red lanterns, restaurants serving the finest examples of Asian cuisine, and a completely different cultural atmosphere... As soon as you step here, you might feel as if you've left London. At the end of the tour, we transfer back to our hotel for overnight stay.
2. DAY: LONDON (GREATER LONDON CITY TOUR)
After breakfast, we embark on a full-day optional Greater London Tour for interested guests (140 £)
We begin our packed tour, where we will explore both the historical and modern faces of London. Our first stop is the City of London, known as London's financial center. With a deep history dating back to Roman times, this area has managed to preserve its historic character despite being surrounded by skyscrapers today.
We start 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 structures in the London skyline, especially due to its massive dome.
Continuing our tour, we view the Tower of London, one of London's symbols, panoramically. Built in the 11th century, this structure has served as a palace, prison, and treasury throughout history. We then take a photo break at Tower Bridge, located right next to it, which has become one of the symbols of modern London.
Continuing our city tour, we stop at Borough Market, one of the most popular street food stops in London, for lunch, completing the first half of the day.
After finishing the City of London tour, we move to the City of Westminster, London's political and royal center. Our first stop here is Buckingham Palace, one of the most important symbols of the British monarchy.
Continuing our tour, we will see the Palace of Westminster (Parliament Building), considered the political heart of England, and Big Ben, located right next to it.
During our walking tour, we also view Westminster Abbey panoramically. This historic building, where royal coronation ceremonies are held, is one of the most important sites in English history.
In the final part of our tour, we have free time at Covent Garden, one of London's liveliest squares. Interested guests can visit the surrounding shops, spend time in cafes, or simply enjoy the city atmosphere.
After meeting at the designated time, we return to our hotel and conclude our tour.
3. DAY: OXFORD & BICESTER VILLAGE OUTLET TOUR
After breakfast, we depart from the hotel for a full-day optional Oxford & Bicester Village tour (140 £) for interested guests. Oxford, one of England's most prestigious academic cities, is our first stop.
During the walking tour conducted with our guide, we view landmark structures of the city from outside, including Radcliffe Camera, Bodleian Library (one of the oldest libraries in the world), St Mary the Virgin Church with its elegant architecture, and Christ Church College, which also hosted the Harry Potter films. Through enjoyable walks in this historic atmosphere, you breathe in Oxford's enchanting vibe. After the guide's commentary, during the short free time provided, interested guests can also explore the city individually.
After our visit to Oxford, we travel for approximately 30 minutes to Bicester Village Outlet, one of the most popular shopping destinations in England. Here, you have the opportunity to shop in boutiques offering products from world-famous luxury brands at outlet prices and spend your time. The spacious open-air shopping area offers a very enjoyable environment for both shopping and relaxation.
At the end of the day, we return to London with shopping bags and beautiful memories. Overnight at our hotel.
4. DAY: CAMBRIDGE CITY TOUR
After having breakfast at the hotel, we join the optional Cambridge tour for interested guests (120 £).
During our approximately 1.5-hour journey, our guide will provide information about England's education system, university culture, and the history of Cambridge.
Upon 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 structure is particularly notable for its magnificent King's College Chapel. Continuing our tour, we have the opportunity to view other important colleges affiliated with the University of Cambridge panoramically. During this time, we share interesting facts about world-renowned scientists such as Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, and Stephen Hawking having studied at this university.
During our walking tour, we proceed along the River Cam flowing through the city, discovering some of Cambridge's most impressive views. For interested guests, there is also the option to join the "punting" boat tour, which is very popular in the area (extra). After the tour, we have free time in the city center. During this period, guests can spend time in charming cafes, visit small boutique shops, or experience the university atmosphere on their own.
Gathering again at the designated meeting time, we begin our journey back to London. Depending on traffic conditions, we arrive at our hotel in the evening and complete our tour.
5. DAY: LONDON - ISTANBUL
After having breakfast at the hotel, we check out. Following our early breakfast, we return to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines' flight at 10:55. Upon our arrival at Istanbul Airport at 17:55, our tour concludes. We look forward to seeing 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 made by metro, train, and bus also allow you to experience London's dynamic life firsthand.
Thanks to these tours, you not only see tourist attractions but also travel on routes used by locals in their daily lives, experiencing the city not as a tourist but as a "traveler." In other words, this is not just a transport choice; it is the most natural way to experience London.
Additionally;
The accommodation hotel will be located in the Heathrow area, and public transport must be used to reach the city center.
Accommodation includes breakfast served at the hotel. Breakfast content may vary regionally depending on the hotel's policy; it is generally served in continental style according to European standards.
A minimum participation of 15 people is required for the extra tours included in the program to be conducted. It should be noted that if the number of participants falls below this threshold, the relevant tour may not take place.
Extra tour programs and days may be changed by the guide and operator.
Local transport vehicles such as metro, train, bus, and ferry may be used in extra tours. This helps avoid time loss caused by traffic and provides an opportunity to get closer to the real life of the city.
What's Included
INCLUDED SERVICES:
Air tickets between Istanbul (IST) – London (LGW) – Istanbul (IST) with Turkish Airlines
4 nights accommodation with room & breakfast at the preferred hotel
Panoramic city tour
Transfer and guide services
Tursab professional liability insurance
Not Included
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE :
Departure Tax
Travel Health Insurance
UK Visa
All Hotel Extras and Personal Expenses
Extra Tours
Ticketed Activities
Museum Entries
City and Accommodation Taxes
Driver and Guide Tips (10 £ per person)