TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Three nights in London and three nights in Paris
Travel by Eurostar, premium standard class
Candlelit tour of Dennis Sever’s House in London
Street Photography Photo Walk in London’s Soho
East London History and Culture Walking Tour
Chocolate and Pastry Paris Walking Tour
Jazz Night in Paris, Piano Bar Night in London
In both cities, linger in bookshops, stationary shops, cafes, and more
Feast on London’s and Paris’s best cuisines
Free time to explore London and Paris on your own
Special surprises along the way
Not visiting any touristy locations
TOUR PRICE $3995.00 (Double Occupancy)
London thrums with energy, a vibrant tapestry of cultures and experiences — a dynamic city with a rich and complex history. In contrast, Paris beckons with its timeless elegance, promises a romantic encounter.
On this tour, we will skip the highlights and avoid the tourist traps. Rather we will find our way where these neighborhood reflect a different side of what could be seen as over neighborhood.
Both cities are iconic, yet they cater to different souls. A moveable feast awaits you.
3 - 6 SPOTS (3 ROOMS)
TRIP OVERVIEW
TRIP PRICE: $3995.00
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Beautiful, centrally located accommodations double occupancy; $650.00 Single supplement fee
Most meals (6 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners)
Sudden Journeys Tour Director
A small, friendly group of 6 people
Ground transportation when using Uber/Taxi.*
Eurostar from London to Paris, premier standard class
All sightseeing, events, and visits as noted in the itinerary
All entrance fees, service charges, and standard taxes
Local guides and restaurant gratuities
Special dinner and welcome drinks
Custom-designed gifts for your travels
Fine print: You are responsible for the cost of your drinks and free-time sightseeing. See our Tour Conditions for important details regarding everything listed above. When using the tube/bus you will be paying for this as you must pay with your own contactless form of payment.
Arrival Airport: LHR London
Departure Airport: LHR London
Note: The itinerary is descriptive, not definitive, and is subject to change. There also may be modifications due to weather, restoration works taking place are historic sites, and availability of local activities and guides.
“The tour was extremely well organized and every detail was considered. I felt so comfortable and well cared for as we all enjoyed this beautiful part of the world.”
ACCOMMODATIONS
THREE NIGHTS IN CENTRAL LONDON
This centrally located hotel is a buzzing home in the heart of London. The hotel’s edgy DNA is evident in its Holborn location, with lively energy flowing from its stylish lobby through to the contemporary British restaurant. The rooms are small (hello central London), the design is well-thought-out to maximize comfort. The bed are a dream to sleep in!
THREE NIGHTS IN CENTRAL PARIS
This romantic independent is packed to the wooden beams with period detail and charm. Guests can expect a good old-fashioned welcome, with all the bustle of the Marais district on the doorstep. The 18th-century theming continues in the rooms – think grand curtains, exposed beams and hand-picked poetry and drawings framed on the walls. Views are either of the street or a quiet interior courtyard, and the beautiful balconies provide a suitably regal reflection spot. Seventeen of the 19 rooms have bathtubs. Bathrooms feature dainty trompe l'oeil murals and robes embroidered with a Beaumarchais portrait.
TOUR LEADER: KYLE CAMPBELL
FOUNDER OF SUDDEN JOURNEYS
Kyle, a seasoned travel guide with over two decades of industry experience, has dedicated her life to creating enriching and inspiring travel experiences for diverse groups. With a repertoire of leading thousands of travelers (yes thousands!), she possesses an intimate understanding of the transformative power of travel. Her journeys span across the picturesque locales of Europe and the US, underlining her vast travel experience and knowledge. Yet, with every tour, Kyle's heart for her guests remains the same: to ensure every individual returns home with a revitalized spirit, a broadened worldview, and cherished memories of newfound friendships.
DAY ONE (Arrival Day) Our journey together begins in central London at the hotel. After you’ve settled in, we will meet for a stroll exploring central London. Later we will gather for drinks at a nearby corner bar before we go for an unforgettable welcome dinner. This is our chance to connect, learn one another’s stories, and toast to the magic that is sure to unfold when cultures collide.
Welcome drinks and dinner
Light walking: 2-3 miles throughout the afternoon. sleep in london.
DAY TWO East London | Shoreditch
This we will make our way to East London. Visit a a long time local establishment for local diner for a proper English breakfast. Join a local guide take you on a walking tour of fascinating world of East London. Free time in Spitalfields Market for lunch and exploring. Spent into another world as we tour Dennis Sever’s House at. Dinner in the evening. Italian at a trattoria. For those who want to join, we will visit a piano bar in the evening to listen to jazz music.
Guided tour of East London
Free Time: Spitalfields Market
Tour Dennis Sever’s House
Piano bar in Soho
Light walking: 3- 5 miles throughout the day. sleep in lonon
DAY THREE Central London | Soho
Today, you will have the morning until mid afternoon free to explore London as you like. We will come back together to visit bookshops, stationary shops, and more. Later learn about shooting street scenes on a casual photo walk through Soho. Dinner and drinks together in the evening.
Visit bookshops, cafes, stationary shops and more
Free time: All morning through lunch time
Photo walk in Soho, learn about capturing city street scenes
Moderate walking: 3- 5 miles throughout the day. Sleep in LOndon
DAY FOUR London to Paris Depart the hotel
I am convinced the best entrance to Paris is by train. For this reason, we will depart London late morning and travel to Paris via Eurostar. Once we arrive, we will transfer to our charming boutique in the heart of Paris. Once settled, we will embark on a leisure walking tour catching glimpses of The Seine River, viewing Notre Dame and snacking on a crepe along the way. Pre-dinner, we will linger in a wine bar as we absorb the Parisian scenes. Dinner in the evening.
Eurostar to Paris
Leisure walking tour
Free Time: Dinner on your own
Moderate walking: 3-5 miles throughout the day. EUROSTAR TRAIN 2 1/2 hrs. Sleep in PARIS.
DAY FIVE Paris Immerse yourself in the beating heart of Paris. What best way to do so that by joining a private chocolate and pastry walking tour. Enjoy lunch together, we will visit one of my favorite spots for onion soup! Afternoon exploring neighborhoods visiting bookshops, cafes, a gorgeous perfume shop and more. After dinner, we will linger in the late hours enjoying jazz music across the street from the hotel.
Chocolate and Pastry Tour
Lunch together
Visit bookshops, cafes, Officine Universelle Buly perfume shop, and more speciality stores
Jazz bar in the evening
Moderate walking: 4-6 miles throughout the day. Sleep in PARIS
DAY SIX Paris This morning is for you. Savor the freedom to explore the city's soul at your own pace. We won’t meet until early evening. Our final evening will be an affair to remember and promises to be a crescendo to an unforgettable week together.
Free time: Most of the day free to experience on your own
Farewell feast
Moderate walking: 4-6 miles throughout the day. Sleep in PARIS
DAY SEVEN (Departure Day) After an amazing 6 days together, it is time to leave.
MORE TOUR INFORMATION
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This tour is about exploring London and Paris through the its unique cultures. One way to experience this is through the culture of food.
We will visit wine bars in Paris and cocktail bars/pubs in London. You don't have to drink in order to enjoy these places.
If you are a vegetarian, lactose intolerant, or gluten-free, there will be many options in London. Paris, not as much.
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While in these cities, we will be walking a lot - sometimes walking up to an hour at a time. These days are not overly strenuous but you need to be able to keep up with the group. We will be using public transportation to get around the city when not walking.
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The hotels where you will stay are both centrally located. Because space is a commodity in these cities, some of the rooms have creative configurations.
Note: I find the beds very comfortable in both hotels.
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