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

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

On the first day of our tour, in the morning we depart from Istanbul Airport with 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 landmarks 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 symbolic structures, while gaining our first impressions of the city accompanied by our guide’s commentary. 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, we will additionally organize the Soho & Chinatown Evening Tour for guests who wish to join. (45£)

On this tour, you will experience London’s most vibrant, colorful, and delicious evening atmosphere. 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 transportation, we begin to explore this special area, which takes on a completely different atmosphere from daytime.

Soho, one of London’s most energetic districts, truly comes alive in the evening. Lights, crowds, music, and movement… The moment you arrive here, you will feel much more clearly why London is one of the world’s most important cities.

We begin our walk through 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 striking districts. 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 altogether. At the end of our tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight at the hotel. 

2.⁠ ⁠DAY: LONDON (GRAND LONDON CITY TOUR)

After breakfast, we set out from the hotel with our guests who wish to join the full-day extra Grand London Tour. (140 £) 

We begin our full and rich tour, where we will discover both the historical and modern face of London. Our first stop is the City of London district, known as London’s financial center. With a deep-rooted history dating back to the Roman era, this district 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 structures in the London skyline, especially with its enormous dome. 

We continue our tour by viewing 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. Right next to it, we stop for a photo at Tower Bridge, which has become one of the symbols of modern London.

As we continue 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 district, the political and royal center of London. Our first stop here is Buckingham Palace, one of the most important symbols of the British monarchy. 

Continuing our tour, the Houses of Parliament (Palace of Westminster), regarded as the political heart of England, and Big Ben right next to it will be seen. 

During our walking tour, we also view Westminster Abbey panoramically. This historic structure, 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 some free time at Covent Garden, one of London’s liveliest squares. Guests who wish may visit the surrounding shops, spend time in cafés, or enjoy the city atmosphere.

After meeting at the designated time, we return to our hotel and the tour ends.

3.⁠ ⁠DAY: OXFORD & BICESTER VILLAGE OUTLET TOUR

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

During the walking tour we will take with our guide, landmarks such as Radcliffe Camera, one of the city’s symbols; Bodleian Library, one of the world’s oldest libraries; St Mary the Virgin Church with its elegant architecture; and Christ Church College, which also hosted the Harry Potter films, are seen from the outside. With pleasant walks in this historic atmosphere, the enchanting air of Oxford is breathed in. After the guide’s explanations, during the short free time provided, our guests who wish may also explore the city individually.

After our visit to Oxford, with about a 30-minute journey, we move on to Bicester Village Outlet, one of England’s most popular shopping destinations. Here, opportunities are offered to shop and spend time in boutiques presenting products of world-famous luxury brands at outlet prices. The spacious open-air shopping area offers a very pleasant environment for both shopping and relaxation.

At the end of the day, we return to London accompanied by shopping bags and wonderful memories. Accommodation at our hotel.

4.⁠ ⁠DAY: LONDON (WINDSOR TOUR) → ISTANBUL 

After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we carry out our check-out procedures. With our guests who wish, the extra Windsor Tour will be organized in the morning. (35£) After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we empty our rooms and begin our final day in London. On this special day, unlike London city center, we head to Windsor, one of England’s most elegant and historical towns.

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

During our tour, we view Windsor Castle, one of the largest royal palaces still actively used in the world, panoramically. This magnificent structure, one of the official residences of the British Royal Family, is one of the most important symbols of English history.

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

This calm and elegant atmosphere will be one of the most enjoyable and relaxing moments of the tour after the busy pace of London. 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 ends. We hope to see 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 a shorter time by avoiding city traffic and loss of time. Tours by metro, train, and bus also let you experience London’s dynamic life on site.

With these tours, you not only see tourist spots, but also travel on the same lines used by locals in daily life, experiencing the city not like a tourist but like a “traveler.” So this is not just a transportation choice; it is the most natural way to live London.

Also; 

The hotel where you will stay is located in the Heathrow area, and public transportation must be used to reach the city center. 

Accommodation includes breakfast served at the hotel. 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. 

In extra tours, local transportation such as metro, train, bus, and ferry may be used. In this way, both time loss caused by traffic is avoided and the opportunity to witness the city’s real life more closely is gained.