YOU MUST HAVE A VALID PASSPORT WITH MORE THAN 6 MONTHS AVAILABLE BEFORE IT EXPIRES. WE DO NOT ISSUE REFUNDS OR CREDITS FOR GUEST WHO FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THIS REQUIREMENT AND ARE NOT PERMITTED TO BOARD THEIR FLIGHTS.

LONDON TO PARIS TAKEOVER

DEC 31 – JAN 4, 2024

Leave The USA DEC 30th
(to arrive on DEC 31th)

Flight Home JAN 4th

HOTEL IS:
PULLMAN HOTEL, ST. PANCREAS 
 100 – 110 Euston Rd.,
London NW1 2AJ, United Kingdom

Traveling Around London

Taxi – ‘black cab’
London’s famous ‘black taxis’ (still called ‘black’, even though many of them are multi-coloured now) can be hired by hailing them on the street or book on Number: 020 7272 0272 with a concierge. A meter inside the vehicle registers the fare. All black taxis have a licence numbers displayed on the car. You are advised not to use unlicensed taxis.

Shopping (Main Shopping Districts)

The West End

Oxford Street is London’s best-known shopping street, chock-a-block with fashion and shoe shops as well as large department stores including Selfridges, Debenhams and John Lewis. The largest branch of the Marks & Spencer chain is situated near Marble Arch.
Regent Street is noted for its high-quality British clothing shops including Aquascutum, Austin Reed and Burberry. Halfway down is Liberty, famous for its fine fabrics and silk scarves and Hamleys, one of the most famous toy shops in the world.

Bond Street is famous for its art galleries, antiques and jewellery shops, as well as exclusive designer clothes shops and luxury goods.

On Piccadilly you will find Fortnum and Mason, one of the world’s great department stores renowned for its lavish Food Hall.

Jermyn Street runs parallel to Piccadilly and is home to many well-known shirt makers, fine tailors and jewellery shops.
Underground stations: Oxford Circus or Piccadilly

 

Kensington

Kensington High Street is notable for Barkers department store and its good variety of fashion clothes shops such as Jigsaw, Warehouse and Hobbs.
Underground station: High Street Kensington

Famous Stores/Brands

Burberrys
Open: Saturday – 10:00-19:00; Sunday – 12:00-18:00
165 Regent Street, tel: 020 7930 3343; Underground – Piccadilly Circus/ Oxford Circus

Liberty
Open: Saturday – 10:00-19:00; Sunday – 12:00-18:00
210-220 Regent Street, tel: 020 7734 1234; Underground – Oxford Circus

Harrods
Open: Saturday – 10:00-19:00; Sunday -closed
87-135 Brompton Road, tel: 020 7730 1234; Underground – KnightsbridgeMarks & Spencer
Kensington: 113 Kensington High Street, tel: 020 7938 3711; Underground – Kensington High

Fortnum & Mason
Open: Saturday – 10:00-18:30; Sunday – closed
181 Piccadilly, tel: 020 7734 8040; Underground – Piccadilly Circus

Markets

Camden Lock
Open: Sat-Sun 10.00-18.00.
Off Chalk Farm Walk
Underground – Camden Town

One of London’s biggest tourist attractions in a beautiful position next to Regent’s Canal. Youthful market selling bric-a-brac, crafts, club-wear. Books, records, antiques and foods from around the world.

Jubilee Market
Open: Tue-Sun 09.00-19.00.
Covent Garden; London

Underground – Covent Garden
The Apple Market in the covered Piazza and the Jubilee Market, sells handmade British art and crafts with little cafés in between.

Afternoon Teas

Fortnum & Mason
Tea served: Saturday – 15:00-17:00; Sunday – closed;
181 Piccadilly, tel: 020 7734 8040; Underground – Piccadilly Circus

Harrods
Tea served: Saturday – from 15:00; Sunday – closed
Knightsbridge, tel: 020 7730 1234; Underground – Knightsbridge

The Ritz Hotel
Tea served: daily – 14:00-18:00; reserved sittings at 15:30 & 17:00
150 Piccadilly, tel: 020 7493 8181; Underground – Green Park

The Savoy Hotel
Tea served: daily – 15:00-17:30
The Strand, tel: 020 7836 4343; Underground – Charing Cross

Attractions & Highlights

British Museum
Great Russell Street, Underground: Tottenham Court Road
Opening Times: Sat + Sun 10.00 – 17.30
Admission free
It is the world’s oldest museum and contains a vast collection of artefacts representing almost every aspect of international cultural history. The museum’s highlights like Elgin Marbles, the Celts, the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian Funerary Archaeology and the new Queen Elizabeth II Great Court attract thousands of visitors.

Tower of London
Tower Hill, Underground: Tower Hill
Opening Times: Sat 09.00-17.00/ Sun 10.00-17.00
Since the 11th century the Tower has been a fortress, a prison, a treasury and a palace. Attractions include the Bloody Tower, Traitor’s Gate, the Jewel House with the Crown Jewels and the White Tower.

Changing of the Guard
Buckingham Palace, Underground: Victoria, St. James’s Park
When: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays – 11.00am (always check beforehand if happening: CHECK HERE!)
Changing of the Guard is a colourful display of pageantry.
No tickets required, but arrive early for a good view, Buckingham Palace, The Mall…

Lastminute.com London Eye
Jubilee Gardens, next to County Hall, tel: 0870 500 0600; Underground: Westminster/ Waterloo
Opening times: 10.00-20.00
The giant sightseeing wheel is the city’s fourth tallest structure offering stunning views of the capital. Please note that tickets are in high demand and booking a flight in advance is advisable.

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Day One Arrival Day: Dec 31

  • Uber to hotel
  • Check in with front desk
  • Time TBA – Check in with us
  • You should eat before boarding the party bus
  • 9:45p Board – The ” All The Champagne You Can Drink” Party Bus For a Ride Through The City On Our Way To The Hill
  • 12:30 -1a – Return To Hotel

Day 2 – Jan 1

  • Breakfast
  • Free Day
  • Use The Oyster Cards, We Provide To Travel By Train – We encourage this for the experience
  • 7p Group Dinner (not included) – not mandatory

Things to see and do in city at the time:

  • London NY parade
  • Changing Of The Guards
  • Buckingham Palace – Home Of Royal Family
  • Shopping in high-end district

Day 3 – Jan 2

Do not pack your bags, you will be returning – bring with you the SET Network bag we provided in your gift box.

  • 5a  Meet In Lobby
  • 5:15a Depart for Paris by Euro Train – Tickets Included
  • 12:30p – Group Lunch In Eiffel Tower overlooking the country – included
  • 2p ish – Tour Of Paris By Bus
  • 6p – Depart Back To London via Euro
  • 8p – Group Dinner – not included

Day 4 – JAN 3

  • 9:45a Hotel Lobby For Tour Of London
  • 2:15p – Vintage Afternoon Tea Bus Experience – Finger Foods Included
  • 4p – Time for souvenir shopping at Jubilee Market
  • Remainder of day at Leisure – Bus will take you back or you can stay in the area

Day 5 – JAN 4

DEPARTURE