United Kingdom on a winter

Day 1: Arrival in London – Welcome to the UK!

Meals: Dinner
Stay: Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel (or similar)

• Arrive at London Heathrow Airport, meet your tour representative, and transfer to the hotel.
• Evening Thames River Cruise with stunning night views of the London skyline.
• Welcome dinner at a classic British restaurant featuring winter specialties like roast lamb and sticky toffee pudding.
• Overnight stay in London.

Highlights:

• Tower Bridge
• London Eye
• Big Ben & Houses of Parliament

Day 2: London City Tour – Heritage & Winter Lights

Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel (or similar)

• Guided panoramic city tour covering:
  • Buckingham Palace
  • Westminster Abbey
  • St. Paul’s Cathedral
  • Tower of London
• Afternoon: Free time at Oxford Street for winter shopping & Christmas market strolls.
• Optional: Evening show in West End (e.g., Les Misérables or The Lion King).

Highlights:

• Classic London Icons
• Winter Market Experience
• Optional Theatre Night

Day 3: London → Cambridge – Academic & Architectural Charm

Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Hilton Cambridge City Centre (or similar)

• Morning transfer (approx. 1.5 hrs) to Cambridge, home to the world-famous university.
• Guided walking tour:
  • King’s College Chapel
  • Trinity College
  • Mathematical Bridge
• Optional punting on the River Cam (weather permitting).
• Evening leisure: explore cozy cafés and winter pubs along Market Hill.

Highlights:

• Cambridge University Colleges
• River Cam Punting
• Traditional British Tea Rooms

Day 4: Cambridge → Manchester – The Modern North

Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre (or similar)

• Morning scenic drive/train to Manchester (approx. 3.5 hrs).
• City tour covering:
  • Manchester Cathedral
  • Albert Square
  • Old Trafford Stadium
• Visit the Manchester Christmas Markets, one of the largest in the UK.
• Evening free for shopping or exploring local restaurants.

Highlights:

• Manchester Christmas Market
• Old Trafford
• Northern Industrial Heritage

Day 5: Manchester → Edinburgh – The Scottish Capital

Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Apex Grass market Hotel (or similar)

• Morning departure to Edinburgh by train (approx. 3.5 hrs).
• Afternoon guided city tour:
  • Edinburgh Castle
  • Royal Mile
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
• Evening leisure to explore Princes Street Gardens Winter Festival and local Scottish cuisine.

 

Highlights:

• Edinburgh Castle
• Winter Festival Lights
• Scottish Cuisine

Day 6: Edinburgh → London – Countryside Journey

Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel (or similar)

• Morning free for optional activities:
  • Arthur’s Seat viewpoint hike
  • National Museum of Scotland visit
• Afternoon train to London (approx. 4.5 hrs).
• Evening at leisure or optional farewell dinner with panoramic views at The Shard.

Highlights:

• Scottish Museum Visit
• Return to London Comfort

Day 7: Departure from London

Meals: Breakfast

• After breakfast, check out from hotel.
• Free time for last-minute shopping or short visit to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland (time permitting).
• Transfer to London Heathrow Airport for departure flight.

Highlights:

• Winter Wonderland Farewell Experience

💼 Package Inclusions

• 6 Nights 4-Star Hotel Accommodation
• Daily Breakfast + 1 Welcome Dinner
• All intercity transfers by train or private coach
• Guided tours in London, Cambridge, Manchester, and Edinburgh
• Entrance fees to listed monuments
• 24/7 Tour Manager Assistance

❄️ Optional Add-ons

• London Eye Tickets
• West End Musical Tickets
• Whisky Distillery Tour in Edinburgh
• Manchester Football Stadium VIP Tour