Compare London & Paris Discovery by Kensington Tours

Day 1: London

Clermont Victoria

Get Settled

For your added comfort, a Meet & Greet assistant will be waiting for you in the Arrivals Hall of the airport after you pass through customs. They'll direct you to your transfer, assist in the hotel check-in process, and take you through your travel documents.

Meet your private driver and vehicle for an airport transfer.

A welcome package with a city map, train tickets (if relevant), and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful, will be provided to you on your first day in destination.

Where you’ll be staying

Clermont Victoria

Deluxe King Room

Day 2: London

See the Signature Sights in Style

Departing with a private guide and driver, you’ll set out on a half-day tour to experience the highlights of London, with opportunities to see many of the iconic sights of this global metropolis. Discover the West End, home to some of the world’s most prolific theaters, where you’ll pass by the renowned Royal Albert Hall before traveling through the City of Westminster and the City of London, the oldest part of the capital, and home to the financial district. See Marble Arch, historically used for royal processions, as well as the serene Hyde Park, with its lively Speakers’ Corner. Stop at Buckingham Palace, home of the Queen and site of the daily ‘changing of the guards’, an icon of British pageantry. View Harrods in Knightsbridge, and renowned squares like Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square with Nelson’s Column. You’re welcome to discuss with your guide if there’s a sight of particular interest that you’d like to view during your tour.

This service includes the entrance ticket to St Paul's Cathedral.

St Paul's Cathedral is the Anglican cathedral on Ludgate Hill, in the City of London, and the seat of the Bishop of London. The present building dates from the 17th century and is generally reckoned London’s fifth St Paul's Cathedral, although the number is higher if every major medieval reconstruction is counted as a new cathedral. The cathedral sits on the highest point of the City of London, which originated as a Roman trading post situated on the River Thames. The cathedral is one of London's most visited sights.

Where you’ll be staying

Clermont Victoria

Deluxe King Room

Day 3: London

A Healthy Dose of History

Meet your private guide and driver and embark on a full day tour to Hampton Court and Windsor Castle. You’ll first set your sights on the 16th century Hampton Court Palace, driving via the royal Richmond Park where if you’re lucky, you may catch glimpses of deer on the way. Arriving when Hampton Court Palace opens its doors, you’ll enjoy a visit of both the palace and gardens. Described as 'The Greatest Palace in Britain', Hampton Court has 500 years of history within its walls. Set in 60 acres of gardens, the palace was the center of Royal life from Henry VIII to George II. The palace houses some of the finest paintings from the Royal Collection, with art from the 16th, 17th and early 18th centuries on display. From there, head to Windsor via Runnymede and pass the site where the Magna Carta was signed in 1215. In the afternoon, you’ll arrive to Windsor Castle where you’ll be dazzled with a visit of what's amazingly both the oldest and the largest occupied castle in the entire world. The castle's dramatic site encapsulates 900 years of British history. It covers an area of 26 acres and contains, as well as a royal palace, a magnificent chapel and the homes and workplaces of a large number of people. The magnificent State Apartments are furnished with some of the finest works of art from the Royal Collection, including paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens, Canaletto, and Gainsborough. Afterward, take a panoramic drive around Windsor, passing Eton College before returning to London.

Important note:

Unlike your other admissions, admission tickets for Hampton Court specifically must be printed in advance, and are therefore provided upon arrival in your Welcome Package. Please ensure you bring them along with you on your tour today.

Where you’ll be staying

Clermont Victoria

Deluxe King Room

Day 4: London To Paris

The Journey Continues…

Meet your private driver and vehicle for a train station transfer.

Enjoy a ride on the Eurostar train from London to Paris. Travel time is approximately 2.5 hours.

For your added comfort, a Meet & Greet assistant will be waiting for you on the arrivals platform at the train station, holding a sign with your name on it. They will help you to co-ordinate meeting up with your private driver and accompany you to your accommodation.

Meet your private driver and vehicle for a train station transfer.

A welcome package with a city map, train tickets (if relevant), and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful, will be provided to you on your first day in destination.

Meet your private guide at your hotel and depart on foot for a 3-hour walking tour of Paris, the City of Light. The location of your hotel will dictate how your time is best spent, though your guide will be happy to accommodate any specific requests. Perhaps stroll to Ile de la Cite, where the medieval city was focused, and home the cathedral of Notre-Dame, one of the most famous Catholic churches in the world. Make your way to see the courtyards of the world famous Louvre, the largest palace and museum in Europe. Learn about Paris at the time of Napoleon as you see the imposing Arc de Triomphe on the renowned Champs-Elysees, or make your way toward the icon of Paris, the Eiffel Tower, for a ground-level photo opportunity of this must-see monument.

Where you’ll be staying

Westminster

Deluxe Saint Honore

Day 5: Paris

Marching through the Museum

Meet your private guide out front a cafe just steps away from the world famous Louvre Museum, housed within the largest palace in all of Europe. With an astonishingly rich collection of art ranging from Ancient Greece all the way to the 19th century, the Louvre is arguably unmatched. Witness Da Vinci's timeless The Mona Lisa, the statues of Venus de Milo and the Winged Victory of Samothrace, both over 2,000 years old dating back to ancient Greece, and the 4,600-year-old Great Sphinx of Tanis, a relic of the Egyptians. See Eugene Delacroix's iconic 17th century Liberty Leading the People representing victory by the people in the French Revolution, and check out the original Code of Hammurabi, a legal code depicted on a black basalt tablet shaped like an index finger, which dates back to a time just under 4,000 years ago. Bear witness to incredible history at the Louvre. Return to your hotel independently.

Join a small group transfer this evening to the edge of the Seine River where you'll board one of the elegant Bateaux Parisiens boats for a 2.5 hour candlelight dinner-dance cruise. As the boat navigates the Seine, admire the bridges and main monuments along the river's edge, wonderfully illuminated by special lights. Your 3-course gastronomic meal will be served in a pure French traditional style, including a glass of Champagne, a choice of starter, main course, and tasty dessert, as well as a coffee and selected Chablis wines. A 3-piece band and a singer bring the energy up, giving you an opportunity to dance on the dance floor. The refined decor, tables next to the window and musical entertainment will provide for an unforgettable evening. Conclude the experience with a return transfer to your hotel.

Where you’ll be staying

Westminster

Deluxe Saint Honore

Day 6: Paris

Cross an Item off the Bucket List

Enjoy a half day visiting the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Palace of Versailles, traveling in a private car and English speaking guide. This magnificent Baroque palace is known to the world as a symbol of civilization and pleasure. The Palace of Versailles dates back to 1038 and was the official residence of the Kings of France from 1682 until 1790. Used by Louis XIV initially as a hunting lodge, the property expanded to become the majestic site of French classical architecture complete with extensive manicured gardens. The interior showcases brilliant examples of Baroque furnishings, a rare collection art, and special exhibitions. Your guide will lead you through the most beautiful rooms where you'll be dazzled by their sheer opulence. Free time is allocated at the end of the tour for a walk in the French style gardens which feature exalted statues, busts, and marble vases, before returning to Paris.

Meet your private driver and vehicle for a round-trip dinner transfer within Paris.

Optional (Not Included):

Tonight, we recommend discovering a highlight of the buzzing gastronomic scene of Paris while admiring majestic views from renowned Michelin star restaurant Le Jules Verne, located on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. A true gastronomic delight, Le Jules Verne offers exquisite French haute cuisine helmed by chef Frederic Anton, a three-star Michelin chef and master of the epicurean experience. Indulge in a 5 or 7 course tasting menu, where the theme of "Extraordinary Voyages" will delight every palate. Please note, advance online reservations are required to secure a table, and a per person dinner fee is pre-charged onto the cardholder of the reservation.

Westminster

Deluxe Saint Honore

Day 7: Paris

Pack Your Bags

Meet your private driver and vehicle for an airport transfer.