London & Paris featuring New Year’s Eve in Paris

From cosmopolitan London to romantic Paris, see the best of the world's most captivating cities. To help make the most of your getaway, unpack just once in each city. Enjoy a leisurely-paced journey with plenty of time for independent exploration.

Arrive in London, England’s dynamic capital. With no planned activities today, you can take time to explore at leisure. This evening, get a taste of contemporary British fare as you join your fellow travelers for a meal highlighting London’s culinary renaissance.

Start your morning with a local expert in London. Kick off your day with a walking tour Westminster, where you will see the exteriors of Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. Continue to Buckingham Palace, to see the official OFFICE of His Majesty The King. This afternoon, visit Covent Garden Market’s elegant boutiques and restaurants at your own pace, before joining your fellow travelers for a traditional afternoon tea. Return to the hotel by the London Tube. The remainder of the day is yours to do as you wish.

After a hearty breakfast, take the motor coach towards the east end of London. Stop for a photo at St Paul’s Cathedral before continuing the tour on foot. Cross the Millenium Bridge and take a leisurely hours stroll along the South Bank, towards Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre and Sir Francis Drakes historic Golden Hinde ship. The Tour will continue by motor coach over Waterloo Bridge towards the Strand. This afternoon is free time to enjoy London independently.

Allons-y! Today you’re off to Paris! Hop aboard the Eurostar High Speed Train to get there in just two hours. A sophisticated metropolis of style and culture, Paris’ bustling city streets are filled with colorful history, fascinating museums, renowned monuments and grand theatres. Once you arrive, join a local expert and take in some of the most iconic sites, including the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Elysees, Place de la Concorde, and the magnificent Place Vendome. Settle in for your 4-night stay in the “City of Light.”

This morning visit a Parisien Christmas Market and soak up the festive atmosphere. This afternoon be romanced by Paris – the afternoon is yours for the taking. Should you indulge in some of the world's best shopping on the Champs-Elysees, or simply do as the Parisians do and sit at a sidewalk café and watch the beauty that is Paris go by? Tonight, celebrate the arrival of a New Year as you glide down the enchanted Seine River on a romantic dinner cruise, set against Paris’ glittering skyline. Ring in the New Year with a gourmet dinner, complete with wine, champagne and live musical entertainment.

Enjoy a leisurely morning before visiting the city’s hilltop arrondissement of Montmartre. Meander through the charming cobblestone streets and take in the iconic Basilica of Sacre-Coeur. The afternoon is yours to explore more of the French capital. Perhaps you’ll stroll along the verdant Canal Saint-Martin or the elegant district of Le Marais, abounding with winding streets and gorgeous old mansions. Or take a walk down to the Ile de la Cité and snap a picture of the awe-inspiring Notre Dame.

It’s your last day in Paris – how will you spend it? You may wander over to the Left Bank of the Seine and plunge into the bohemian atmosphere of the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood and the Latin Quarter. Or, join an optional excursion to Louis XIV’s magnificent Palace and Gardens of Versailles* and relive history as you walk through the various rooms of the State Apartments, including the famous Hall of Mirrors. Tonight, enjoy an exclusive dinner at the Eiffel Tower, featuring French cuisine and breathtaking views.

You depart today, but London and Paris will remain in your heart forever.