A New Year Celebration in London
Duration: 6 days
Highlights: London, New Year celebrations, fireworks over the River Thames, Bath, Stonehenge, Windsor Castle
Experience New Year somewhere differently with this 6-day itinerary showcasing London's highlights and spectacular New Year celebrations.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - 30 December - Arrive London
Upon arrival at London Heathrow airport, meet your personal Guardian Angel and transfer by private vehicle to your hotel in London, where you are assisted with check-in. The rest of your day is at leisure.
Overnight: The Kensington
Day 2 - 31 December - London
Enjoy a half-day of sightseeing around Westminster in your private vehicle, with your expert local guide keen to share their knowledge and local insight with you. Visit Westminster Abbey and the National Church of England, which has been the scene of many state occasions, including the Coronation and the wedding of Prince William to Catherine Middleton. Continue on to Trafalgar Square, where the National Gallery of Art is overshadowed by Nelson’s Column. Head down historic Whitehall and past Downing Street, to the Houses of Parliament. Finally return to your hotel past Buckingham Palace, the King's official residence in London (4 hours, driver and guide).
The afternoon is at leisure to begin your New Year’s celebrations.
This evening you may wish to attend the spectacular fireworks display held at the London Eye by the River Thames. Each year thousands of people flock here to celebrate and welcome in the New Year, starting with the famous countdown of Big Ben’s chimes.
Optional Extra
Relish a 3-course celebratory dinner at one of London's top restaurants, before embarking on a fireworks cruise to view the festivities from a unique spot, away from the crowds on the riverbanks.
Overnight: The Kensington
Meal Plan: B
Day 3 - 1 January - London
Today is at leisure to embrace some local New Year traditions, watch the fantastic spectacle of the New Year’s Day Parade through the city, or simply relax after the previous night’s excitement.
Overnight: The Kensington
Meal Plan: B
Day 4 - 2 January - Bath and Stonehenge
Allow your driver-guide to lead you on a full day excursion across the charming and picturesque English countryside. Head first past the hill of Old Sarum on your way to Salisbury Plain and visit Stonehenge, arguably the most famous prehistoric site in Europe, inspiring wonder at the effort it must have taken to drag the enormous stones over the land and erect them in circles.
This afternoon explore the beautiful Georgian city of Bath. Tour the Roman Baths that were discovered in an excellent state of preservation near to Bath Abbey, and witness the magnificent Palladian architecture for which the city is renowned at the Circus and the Royal Crescent) (10 hours, driver-guide).
Overnight: The Kensington
Meal Plan: B
Day 5 - 3 January - Windsor Castle
Your driver-guide and private vehicle are at your disposal for a half-day excursion to Windsor. Here enjoy a tour of Windsor Castle, which was one of Queen Elizabeth II's favourite residences. Subject to opening restrictions, you may see the State Apartments, St. George's Chapel and Queen Mary's Doll's House. Take in excellent views of Eton College from the castle ramparts and visit the charming old town to peruse some of the boutiques and cafes (4 hours, driver-guide).
This afternoon is at leisure to explore the New Year sales.
Overnight: The Kensington
Meal Plan: B
Day 6 - 4 January - Depart London
Transfer to Heathrow Airport accompanied by your Guardian Angel for your departure flight.
Meal Plan: B