The
london
trip
For the love of
MULTICULTURAL CUISINE​
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ROYAL HIGH TEA​
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MINDING THE GAP​
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THE BARD & THE BEATLES​
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PINTS AT THE PUB​
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FOOTBALL FANATICS
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BANKSY'S CANVAS
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LIVING HISTORY
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london
WHAT TO EXPECT
Our group trip to London is curated for solo travelers in their 20s and 30s looking to explore historic landmarks, embrace pub culture, and immerse themselves in world-famous art, theater, and museums.
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Few cities on the planet have as much going on as London. Start things off with orientation, followed by a food tour with your new crew. Over the next four days, you’ll raise a pinkie at high tea in Kensington Gardens (where Prince Harry and William grew up), cruise the sights in proper double-decker London fashion, and find out how multiculturalism makes for amazing cuisine in the East End. You’ll even catch a show at the Globe Theater, Shakespeare’s old stomping grounds.
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With arches, spires, and punk rock, this is as authentic, unfiltered, and dynamic as big cities get. Whether you’re spending your entire vacation here or passing through on your way to another European destination, in London, there’s never a shortage of iconic sights to see and explore.
upcoming dates
Jun 26 - 29, 2025
Aug 28 - 31, 2025​
Dec 18 - 21, 2025
Christmas Markets Trip
4 days/3 nights
starting at $2,499 USD
​​​Limited single room upgrades starting from $579 are available and can be added during booking, subject to availability.
P.S. All payments can be broken up into a $500 deposit + 3 additional installments.​
Included
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3 nights of accommodations in London, United Kingdom
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All accommodations in a shared room with one other person with the option to upgrade to a private room (limited availability)
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Meals: 3 breakfasts, 3 dinners
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Welcome Drinks
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London Pub Hopping
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Guided bus tour through London’s most colorful boroughs
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Royal high tea at Kensington Palace
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Immersive food experience through East London
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Show at the iconic Globe Theater
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3 Day London Transport pass (zones 1-2)
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FTLO Trip Leader
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*Activities are weather-dependent on all London group tours; in the unlikely event that we are unable to run an activity, we will have a suitable alternative in place.
not included
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Flights to and from London
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Mandatory trip insurance
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Meals not mentioned (Budget around $200)
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Incidental expenses
day by day
Trip itineraries are subject to change. For more information, check out our FAQs HERE.
arrive
Day 1 - London
London Calling
After catching the tube from the airport or taking a Black Cab past Big Ben and into Central London, it’s only fitting that you kick off day one with a couple pints at the hotel to get to know your new crew.
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That night, we'll dive into London’s diverse immigrant backbone and the cuisine it’s created on an East End food tour with everything from centuries-old local staples to modern delicacies made by award-winning chefs. Delicious.
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If you’re knackered (exhausted), head back to the hotel, otherwise head out on the town. London’s winding streets are full of historic bars, tiny pubs, chaotic clubs, and everything in between. Cheers, mate!
taste
Day 2 - London
Royal Treatment
Today, we're heading out on private bus adventure through the city's most famous streets and sights. You'll have a chance to see Buckingham Palace, Parliament and Tower Bridge before your afternoon tea.
We'll sip Earl Grey and indulge like aristocrats in an array of scones, pastries, clotted cream, and jams on the grounds of Kensington Palace. Afterwards, we'll take a walk through the manicured lawns before having some free time.
Our dinner will be at an upscale pub nearby, where you can try your first plate of fish and chips. With nearly 3,500 taverns in the city, a visit to at least one is a requirement for the full English experience. Tonight, we're raising a toast to you, to new friends and to an amazing day in a new place!
drink
Day 3 - London
O Romeo, Romeo
Your morning’s free to explore a few of London’s 192 museums with friends. If you’re a history buff, decipher the past and marvel at the Rosetta Stone in The British Museum, or, if you’re after something more modern, cross the Thames to South Bank.
Head to the Tate Modern for contemporary masterpieces and then grab a bite at Borough Market. Take the riverwalk, and you’ll find bright, graffitied concrete walls and pillars in a perpetual state of change (just watch out for the skateboarders).
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We’ll recap an amazing four days over a farewell dinner before we step back in time for the ultimate London experience, a show at the world-famous, open-air Globe Theater to watch Shakespeare the way it was intended to be seen.
explore
Day 4 - London
Tata for Now!
Honestly, you could spend a lifetime exploring London; it’s one of the world’s great cities.
From pints at the pub where Dickens once drank to the buttoned-up scene at Parliament Square, the diversity of experiences you can find here is staggering. And with Westminster Abbey’s stained glass windows, the changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace, and Hackney Wick’s wild warehouse parties, there’s always more to discover.
If you stick around, you don’t need to decide between The Beatles and The Stones, but you will need to figure out if you’re an Arsenal supporter or Chelsea’s your team. On the other hand, London Heathrow is one of the biggest hubs for mainland Europe (and the rest of the world); now that the jetlag’s gone, you could come along for dreamy beaches in Sardinia.
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FAST FACTS
about london
With roots dating to Roman times, London is a global hub of culture and arts. From the British Museum's historical treasures to the vibrant performances in the West End, or world class shopping on Oxford Street it offers a diverse range of experiences. Iconic sights, including the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, London Bridge, Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral, the London Eye, and The Shard, blend history and modernity. Cuisine ranges from traditional British pub fare in Covent Garden to Indian dishes on Brick Lane or the eclectic offerings of Borough Market. At night, the city comes alive with trendy bars in Soho, lively clubs in Shoreditch, and iconic establishments along the South Bank.
Good to Know
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The national currency of the UK is the British Pound (£).
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Tipping is expected in London, the standard amount for a tip is about 10%.
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The Tube is incredibly convenient and easy to use.
Trip notes
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There are limited single rooms available on our London trips. Book early if you prefer one, as they usually fill up.
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On European trips, we stay as close to historic city centers as possible. This means your accommodations will often be on the small side, quirky, and unique (we love this!).
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More information regarding visa requirements and Covid restrictions on the London trip can be found here.
flight information
Fly into London-Heathrow (LHR), London-Gatwick (LGW), or London Stansted (STN)
You’ll need to arrive at Heathrow by 12:30pm, Gatwick by 12:00pm, or Stansted by 12:00pm on day one of your trip to reach the hotel by 15:00pm.
Depart from London-Heathrow (LHR), London-Gatwick (LGW), or London Stansted (STN)
Check out of the hotel is at 11:00am, but you can fly out at anytime.
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