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London Festive Family Getaway

Price: P.O.A.
Carbon Score: 240Kg
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights

Overview

On a carefully crafted trip, enjoy the festive spirit of London at Christmas time. As the days get shorter and the evenings darken, cosy together as a family as England’s capital city becomes a festive wonderland. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, explore the twinkling streets and famous landmarks. Enjoy ice skating and hot chocolate in the frosty air and take a turn on the London Eye in a private pod. Guided by an acclaimed cookery writer, weave your way through a myriad of food stalls, sampling tasty treats, before an enjoyable and relaxing cruise on the River Thames. Return each evening to your elegant and luxurious hotel, decorated perfectly to celebrate the season. With no need to worry about transfers, directions, or dinner reservations, enjoy quality family time and make lasting memories as you are seamlessly swept from one lovely experience to another. Bring your bespoke family adventure to a magical close by attending a fabulous show in the West End and toasting the most wonderful time of the year with your loved ones.

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Highlights

  • Stay in a beautiful, hand-picked hotel, carefully chosen for its attentive staff, delicious food and attention to detail.
  • Explore the historical streets of central London with an expert guide.
  • Enjoy the magic of ice-skating in the open air, skating along beneath twinkling fairy lights.

Day by Day

Day 1 - Welcome to London

Land at Heathrow today and meet your VIP guide, who will whisk your family seamlessly through the airport to your awaiting transfer. Settle into the car as you wind through the bustling streets to your elegant hotel adorned with twinkling greenery and festive treats. Take some time to relax and recharge after your journey before heading out for dinner. Afterwards, enjoy an evening stroll with your family to admire the city’s Christmas lights before returning to your hotel for a cosy hot chocolate and a good night’s sleep.

Overnight: London | Browns Hotel
Meals Included: None

Day 2 - Food Tour & River Thames Cruise

Meet your guide in the foyer of your hotel this morning and head out into the city. Begin by meeting an acclaimed cookery writer for a food tour of one of London’s oldest and most renowned markets. Weave your way through an assortment of stalls, enjoying unique tastings and new flavours and meeting memorable characters along the way. This afternoon, head out for a wonderful boat cruise along the River Thames, spotting some of the city’s famous landmarks and relaxing in the wintery sunshine.

Overnight: London | Browns Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 3 - Iconic Landmarks & The London Eye

Today, enjoy exploring with a knowledgeable private guide, who will expertly curate the day based on your family’s interests, making history accessible for all ages. Where every corner, cobblestone, and cloister is imbued with history, discover the world-famous and the unexpected. Admire elegant Buckingham Palace and visit the Tower of London, stepping inside one of the world’s most famous fortresses to observe a powerful symbol of the British Monarchy – the Crown Jewels. Have lunch in a characterful local pub. Afterwards, as the wintery dark descends, enjoy a ride in a private pod on the London Eye, watching the amazing views of the city unfurl below.

Overnight: London | Browns Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 4 - Ice Skating, Harry Potter & A West End Show

After breakfast, head out for a wonderful morning of ice skating in the fresh air. Glide along, soaking up the festive atmosphere and pausing occasionally to catch your breath and enjoy a warming hot chocolate. This afternoon, enjoy being transported into the wizarding world as you enjoy an enchanting Harry Potter Afternoon Tea. Bring your trip to the perfect, celebratory close by heading out this evening for a fabulous West End show before returning to your hotel to relax.

Overnight: London | Browns Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 5 - Farewell London

Your private driver will pick your family up from your hotel today and transfer you to Heathrow Airport. Upon arrival, you’ll be met by a VIP guide who will ensure your airport experience is as seamless and relaxing as possible. Board the plane feeling relaxed and well-rested ahead of your journey home, reflecting on the memories you have made with those you love the most.

Meals Included: Breakfast

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Trip Details

Inclusions Read More
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • Services of an experienced host on days 2, 3 & 4
  • VIP meet and greet on arrival and departure
  • Airport transfer on arrival day
  • Services of private driver & vehicle on days 2, 3 & 4
  • Airport transfer on departure day
  • All guided activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • Culinary tour of the foodie hot-spots in London
  • Private boat trip on the River Thames
  • Private city guide for a London Highlights tour
    • Including entry to the Tower of London and one other location if required
  • Morning of ice skating at Somerset House
  • Harry Potter themed afternoon tea
  • Tickets to a West End Show – choice to be made prior to arrival
  • Tips for drivers, expert guide and host
  • Personalised trip design and delivery
  • 24-hour in-country support from the Wilderness Team
Exclusions Read More
  • Accommodation
  • Flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Activities and entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions
Notes Read More
  • All suggested accommodations and services are subject to availability at the time of booking
  • A 20% deposit is required before any accommodation and services will be confirmed
  • This quote is valid for 14 days from the date quoted, after this time pricing may be subject to revision

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