Explore the heart of the UK with iconic landmarks, royal palaces, world-class museums, and a day trip beyond the city—perfect for students seeking both culture and adventure.
Board your overnight flight to London, England, ready to explore one of the world’s most dynamic cities.
Arrive in London and meet your tour liaison
Transfer to hotel and freshen up
Afternoon walking tour of central London:
• Westminster Abbey (exterior)
• Big Ben & Parliament
• Trafalgar Square
Group welcome dinner in Covent Garden or Southbank
Overnight in London
Visit Buckingham Palace (exterior) and see the Changing of the Guard (if scheduled)
Walk through St. James’s Park to the Horse Guards Parade
Visit Kensington Palace or the Tower of London (includes Crown Jewels!)
Ride the London Eye or take a Thames River cruise in the evening
Overnight in London
Morning visit to the British Museum (Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures, mummies)
Afternoon free to explore:
• Camden Market – alternative fashion, global food
• OR Borough Market – great lunch stop near Tower Bridge
• Optional: Natural History Museum or Science Museum
Dinner in Soho or Chinatown
Overnight in London
Visit the University of Oxford colleges
See filming sites from Harry Potter and The Golden Compass
Explore The Bodleian Library and historic streets
Return to London for evening free time
Overnight in London
Visit Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre (guided tour & optional workshop)
Walk along Southbank, stopping by Tate Modern or Millennium Bridge
Explore Covent Garden for shopping, street performers, and snacks
Evening: West End Show
Farewell dinner after the show
Overnight in London
Transfer to Heathrow Airport for your return flight to the U.S., filled with memories of royals, red buses, and British charm.
Board for 5 nights (no lunches included)
Accommodation in hotels
Breakfasts at the hostels
Dinner at local restaurants
All activities and visits to neighborhoods as outlined in the program
Local public transportation
The presence of a guide throughout the trip
Roundtrip Air tickets from the USA to France