Britain Diaries Tour - Turkish Airlines - March 6 Ramadan Feast Special 2027 - 7 Nights 8 Days
Tour Detail
DAY 1: ISTANBUL - LONDON (CITY TOUR)
On the first day of our tour, we depart from Istanbul Airport on Turkish Airlines’ scheduled flight at 15:25. After an approximately 4-hour journey, we land at London Gatwick Airport at 16:30 local time. After passport and baggage procedures, we start exploring London directly.
During our panoramic city tour, we view from the outside many important points such as Buckingham Palace, one of England’s most iconic buildings; Hyde Park, famous for its lush greenery; and Big Ben, one of the country’s landmark structures, and gain our first impressions of the city accompanied by our guide’s explanations. We take a short break at Trafalgar Square to rest a little and have something to eat. After the city tour, we transfer to our hotel, free time.
DAY 2: LONDON (GREATER LONDON CITY TOUR)
After breakfast, a full-day optional Greater London Tour with those who wish. (120 £)
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 district, 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 start 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 structures on the London skyline, especially with its enormous dome.
We continue our tour with a panoramic view of the Tower of London, one of London’s symbols. Built in the 11th century, this structure has been 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 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, London’s political and royal center. Our first stop here is Buckingham Palace, one of the most important symbols of the British monarchy.
As the tour continues, we will see the Houses of Parliament (Palace of Westminster), regarded as the political heart of England, and Big Ben right next to it.
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 sites in English history.
In the final part of our tour, we give 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.
DAY 3: LONDON - WINDSOR – BATH - CARDIFF
After breakfast at the hotel, we set off for Cardiff, the capital of Wales, for a pleasant day in which we will discover different sides of Great Britain. As we travel through England’s natural landscapes, you will feel that this route is not just an intercity transfer, but a unique experience in itself.
On this route, the optional Windsor & Bath tour (100£) is offered as an important alternative for our guests. With the guests joining this tour, our first stop is Windsor, one of England’s oldest and most prestigious towns. Reached after an approximately 1.5-hour journey, this charming town stands out with its royal heritage and historical texture.
During the walking tour we will conduct here, we have the opportunity to see Windsor Castle, one of the official residences of the British Royal Family and still actively used, panoramically. Stone streets, small boutique shops, and the peaceful atmosphere along the River Thames make Windsor not only a historical stop but also a delightful point of discovery. During the short free time given in this section, our guests may explore the surroundings, take photos, and feel the town’s calm rhythm.
After our visit to Windsor, we turn our route to Bath, one of England’s most distinctive cities. With its deep-rooted history dating back to Roman times, Bath resembles an open-air museum with its architecture and atmosphere. On the walking tour we will conduct upon arrival in the city, the Pulteney Bridge, one of the region’s most important symbols, The Royal Crescent, notable for its impressive architecture, and the streets reflecting the city’s historical texture will be seen. During this walk, it is clearly felt how Bath is not only historically but also aesthetically an impressive city.
After our Bath excursion, we continue our journey toward the Wales region, leaving England. The moment we cross the border, you notice that you have entered a different atmosphere, from the architectural structure to the city layout. Upon our arrival in Cardiff, the capital of Wales, we begin the final exploration section of the day.
During the panoramic city tour we will conduct in Cardiff, we have the opportunity to observe the city’s modern and seafront-connected character. During the tour, Mermaid Quay, one of Cardiff’s liveliest spots, the Millennium Centre, notable for its contemporary architecture, and the historically significant Pierhead Building are among the places to be seen. The atmosphere felt in this area shows that Cardiff has a city structure that is quieter, more livable, and more balanced than a classic capital.
At the end of the day, we transfer to our hotel. After experiencing different cities, cultures, and atmospheres throughout the day, we complete our program with an overnight stay at our hotel in Cardiff.
DAY 4: CARDIFF - STRATFORD-UPON-AVON - BIRMINGHAM - CHESTER
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we set off for Chester. Guests who wish may join our extra Stratford-upon-Avon – Birmingham tour (100£).
After breakfast at the hotel, we head to Stratford-upon-Avon, one of England’s most important cultural and historical stops. This city has great significance as the birthplace and childhood home of William Shakespeare, one of the world’s most important literary figures. During our journey, while following a pleasant route amid England’s rural landscapes, we also have the opportunity to observe the country’s natural beauty up close.
Following our arrival in Stratford-upon-Avon, we feel the historical atmosphere of this special town through a panoramic city tour. We enjoy a pleasant exploration, especially in the area where Shakespeare’s birthplace is located, among the city’s characteristic structure, stone houses, and quiet streets. During this tour, with our guide’s explanations, we have the chance to gain important information about both Shakespeare’s life and this city’s place in the literary world.
After our panoramic tour, guests are given a short free time. During this time, guests who wish may walk through the town’s streets, visit small souvenir shops, or enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the region.
After the free time, we turn our route to Birmingham, one of England’s most important industrial and commercial cities. Upon arrival, during the panoramic city tour we will conduct, we have the opportunity to closely observe Birmingham’s modern structure, advanced urban planning, and dynamic atmosphere. This tour is an important stop that allows us to discover not only England’s historical but also its modern face.
After our tour, we head to Chester to rest from the day and for overnight accommodation. At the end of our journey, we arrive at our hotel in Chester and spend the night after this full day of experiencing different cultural and historical points.
DAY 5: CHESTER - LIVERPOOL - WINDERMERE - GLASGOW
After breakfast at the hotel, we start the day by exploring Chester, one of England’s most characteristic cities. During the panoramic city tour we will conduct in this city, which stands out with its historical texture and preserved architecture, Eastgate Clock, one of Chester’s symbols, Chester Cathedral reflecting the spirit of the city, and Grosvenor Street, famous for its shopping avenues, are among the main places to be seen. As you move through Chester’s stone streets, you will realize that you are at one of the stops where you can feel England’s classic city structure most clearly.
After our Chester excursion, we turn our route to Liverpool, one of the first cities that comes to mind when music and culture are mentioned. With our panoramic tour upon arrival, we have the opportunity to discover Liverpool’s most important points. Albert Dock, located in the port area, stands out as one of the most important areas reflecting the city’s commercial past, while The Beatles Story Museum dedicated to the world-famous music group The Beatles and Liverpool Cathedral, notable for its magnificent structure, are among the places to be seen. During the time we spend in Liverpool, we have the opportunity to closely observe the city’s historical and cultural richness.
After our tour, an alternative program is offered for the Lake District, one of England’s regions famous for its natural beauty. Guests who wish may join the extra Windermere Tour. (80 £) They may join it. Within the scope of this tour, they have the opportunity to experience a peaceful time in nature around Windermere, England’s largest lake. The tranquil atmosphere of the region, its nature hosting every shade of green, and the lake view stand out as one of the most relaxing and impressive moments of the tour.
We begin our journey toward Scotland in the continuation of our program. As the landscapes slowly change along the way, you feel that you are entering a different geography. At the end of the day, we arrive at our hotel in Glasgow and check in. After this full day in which we experienced both historical cities and cultural and natural richness, we rest, ready for our discoveries in Scotland.
DAY 6: GLASGOW – EDINBURGH
After breakfast at the hotel, we start the day by exploring Glasgow, one of Scotland’s most important cities. During the panoramic city tour we will conduct, we have the opportunity to see many important points reflecting Glasgow’s historical and cultural texture. Glasgow Cathedral, one of the city’s most striking structures, stands out with its architecture and history, while George Square, regarded as the heart of the city, and the historical buildings around it shed light on both Glasgow’s past and its present life. In addition, important structures such as City Chambers are among the places to be seen during our tour.
After our exploration in Glasgow, we turn our route to Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. During our journey, you feel the scenery change, the architecture diversify, and Scotland’s unique atmosphere become even more pronounced. Upon our arrival in Edinburgh, we begin our city tour. During this tour, we see Edinburgh Castle, one of the city’s most important symbols, from the outside and proceed along the Royal Mile, reflecting the city’s historical texture. In addition, important structures such as the Scott Monument are among the places to be seen panoramically during our tour.
As we move through Edinburgh’s narrow streets and historic structures, it is possible to feel the city’s unique mystical atmosphere. This atmosphere is one of the most important features that distinguishes Edinburgh from other cities, and during this tour you have the opportunity to experience this feeling up close.
After our city tour, we transfer to our hotel. The rest of the day offers rest and free time. For guests who wish, an extra Scottish Night tour will be organized in the evening with our guide. (100 £) Within this program, there is an opportunity to get to know Scottish culture more closely and spend a pleasant evening accompanied by traditional music and performances.
At the end of the day, we complete our program with an overnight stay at our hotel in Edinburgh. This day remains in memory as one of the most impressive parts of the tour in terms of city, culture, and atmosphere.
DAY 7: EDINBURGH- FALKIRK - STIRLING – KILMAHOG - EDINBURGH
After breakfast at the hotel, free time
With our guests who wish, we depart for the extra Falkirk, Stirling, and Kilmahog tour (100 £), which offers both the natural and historical beauties of Scotland together. This special route offers the opportunity to discover different faces of Scotland throughout the day, while also providing a pleasant journey experience accompanied by unforgettable landscapes.
Our first stop is the Kelpies statues located in the Falkirk area, which have become one of Scotland’s modern symbols. Inspired by horse figures, these gigantic statues attract attention with both their magnificent structure and impressive stories. During the short break given here, we have the opportunity to see and photograph these unique structures up close.
We then turn our route to Stirling, one of the most important cities in Scottish history. Stirling is not just a city, but also one of the most important stages of Scotland’s struggle for independence. While listening to the stories of iconic figures in Scottish history such as William Wallace and Robert the Bruce accompanied by our guide’s explanations, we witness the past of these lands more closely. As we learn about the traces of the Battle of Stirling and the importance of the Bannockburn Monument, we carry out an exploration intertwined with history.
We continue our tour with a panoramic view of the Wallace Monument and then proceed toward the Kilmahog region, where we will be alone with nature. At this point, Scotland’s natural beauty begins to reveal itself in its purest form. With its nature containing every shade of green, its calm atmosphere, and its soothing landscapes, Kilmahog becomes one of the tour’s most relaxing stops.
During the free time given here, our guests may walk around, enjoy the natural beauty of the region, or visit small souvenir shops. These moments are among the calmest yet most enjoyable of the tour.
At the end of the day, after this pleasant experience where nature and history intertwine, we return to our hotel in Edinburgh. After the different atmospheres we experienced throughout the day, we spend the night having felt the spirit of Scotland more closely.
DAY 8: EDINBURGH - ISTANBUL
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning and checking out of the rooms, airport transfer at the time determined by our guide. Return to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines’ 16:20 flight and the end of our tour.
Note:
The hotels where accommodation will be provided will be located in semi-central areas, 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. Please note 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 is gained to witness the real life of the city more closely.
What's Included
SERVICES INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:
Flight ticket between Istanbul (IST) – London (LGW) – Edinburgh (EDI) – Istanbul (IST) with Turkish Airlines
7 Nights Accommodation with Bed & Breakfast in the specified 3* & 4* semi-central hotels (etc.)
Panoramic City Tours (London, Cardiff, Chester, Glasgow, Edinburgh)
Transfer and Guidance Services
Tursab Professional Liability Insurance
Not Included
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:
Overseas Departure Tax
Travel Health Insurance
United Kingdom Visa
All Hotel Extras and Personal Expenses
Optional Tours
Ticketed Activities
Museum Entrance Fees
City and Accommodation Taxes
Driver and Guide Tips (£10 per person)