Christmas shopping in London From the little pub to the grand department store, everything is beautifully decorated
The capital of the United Kingdom is a paradise for Christmas enthusiasts. Sparkling festive lights adorn the entire city, Christmas markets spread a cosy atmosphere and ice rinks turn London into a winter wonderland!
Dates and prices
- 2026
| 06.12. - 11.12.2026 | So. - Fr. | from CHF 1'050.- |
DAY 1: SWITZERLAND - ARRAS
Journey to Arras.
DAY 2: ARRAS - LONDON
Drive to Calais and ferry crossing to Dover. The coach then takes you on to London, where a guided tour (optional) awaits you on arrival. Discover the city's sights with your local guide.
DAY 3: HARRY POTTER STUDIO TOUR
(Optional) An absolute highlight awaits you today: the Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry PotterTM in Watford. For more than ten years, the film studios were home to the much-loved film series. Set off on a self-guided tour through the studios, festively decorated for Christmas. Christmas at Hogwarts is particularly magical and is sure to enchant you too. Alternatively, explore London on your own.
DAY 4: LONDON
Explore the city or take care of your Christmas shopping, as London is a true shopping paradise! In the run-up to Christmas in particular, this world metropolis has a truly special atmosphere. In the large department stores such as Harrods and Liberty, Harvey Nichols or Selfridges, you can stroll in the warm for a whole day and admire the exclusive goods. Elegant shopping streets such as Regent Street, Oxford Street, Carnaby Street and the beautifully decorated Covent Garden tempt you with a huge selection of tasteful shops. Numerous Christmas markets light up London's streets and squares and fill the air with the scent of mulled wine and gingerbread. A special Christmas market can be found south of the Thames: between Tower Bridge and London Bridge, the stalls of the Christmas village "Christmas by the River" turn the riverbank into a Christmas mile. If you still feel like walking further afterwards, make a detour to Borough Market - one of London's oldest food markets.
DAY 5: LONDON - ARRAS
In the morning, you still have time for one last wander through London before heading back to Dover in the afternoon. Ferry crossing to Calais. From there, the coach continues to Arras.
DAY 6: ARRAS - SWITZERLAND
Return journey to Switzerland.
Fly option
You can also book this trip from 07.12. - 10.12.26 with a flight to/from London. Price on request.
INCLUDED
- Travel by Deluxe coach
- Accommodation, based on a double room
- 1x HB (dinner/breakfast)
- 4x B&B (room/breakfast)
- Ferry crossing Calais - Dover
- Ferry crossing Dover - Calais
Hotels
For three nights, you will stay in the
stylish 4* Holiday Inn London
Kensington (official national rating),
which is located in a quiet area of London, just a few minutes' walk from High Street Kensington Underground station.
On the outward and return journeys, you will be accommodated in the Hotel Holiday Inn*** in Arras.
Equivalent hotels if unavailable.
