DAY 1 Mersin-London
After meeting in front of our school, we head to the airport by the transfer vehicle waiting for us. We obtain our exit fee stamp (payment can be made via online banking), complete our check-in procedures, and hand over our luggage. Upon our arrival in London, we transfer to our accommodation by the vehicle waiting for us at the airport. After checking in to the hotel and taking a short break, we begin exploring the city we are in. For our dinner, we go to Oxford Street. After having our meal at a nice restaurant, we explore this area, which is one of Europe’s busiest shopping streets. Then we spend free time at popular spots of the city such as Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus, and Regent Street, feeling London’s energy. At the end of the day, we return to our hotel to rest.
DAY 2 In the Footsteps of Royal Heritage and History
After breakfast at the hotel, we begin exploring London’s royal heritage. Our first stop is Buckingham Palace. Here we have the chance to see the Queen’s residence and watch the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony. Then we take a walk in St. James’s Park, watching the cute squirrels and ducks. Continuing our tour, the London icons Westminster Palace, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and the Houses of Parliament greet us. We then walk along Whitehall Street, pass in front of the Prime Minister’s Residence (10 Downing Street), and see the Royal Horse Guards. Our pleasant walk ends at Trafalgar Square. After a lunch break, we visit the famous Tower of London, where we discover traces of historical massacres and palace intrigues. Then we take photos with the Tower Bridge view in the background. Our final visit of the day is to the magnificent St. Paul’s Cathedral, after which we head to dinner.
DAY 3 Royal Gardens and Natural Wonders
After breakfast at the hotel, we start the day with a pleasant morning walk. Our first stop is Hyde Park. After a short walk in nature, we see Kensington Palace, where Queen Victoria was born and raised, and the impressive Albert Memorial, built in memory of her husband Albert. Then we visit the Natural History Museum and explore giant dinosaur skeletons and meteorites from the sky. Afterward, we visit the Victoria and Albert Museum and examine its collections of art, design, and fashion. For our lunch break, we head to Covent Garden. Here we enjoy delicious food and watch entertaining performances by street artists. Later in the day, we embark on an exceptional journey through history at the British Museum, one of the world’s most important museums, from Egyptian mummification techniques to ancient Greek sculptures. After completing the day, we return to our accommodation and rest.
DAY 4 London Icons and Shopping
After breakfast at our accommodation in the morning, we start the day. First, we visit the special museum dedicated to the famous detective Sherlock Holmes. Then, at Madame Tussauds Museum, we see wax figures of world-famous names. Afterward, we board the London Eye to enjoy the panoramic view of the city. London Dungeon gives us an exciting experience combining horror and history. Then we discover London’s historical and modern faces together on a Thames River boat tour. Continuing our tour, we go to an outlet for shopping and are given free time. At the end of the day, we walk through Portobello Road in the Notting Hill district, famous for its colorful streets, and visit the shops along the street. We return to our hotel for dinner and accommodation.
DAY 5 Oxford
We start the day with a pleasant walk in the Notting Hill district. Then we board our bus and, after approximately a two-hour journey, arrive in the famous university city of Oxford. Here we first see the historical schools of Oxford University, Radcliffe Camera, one of the city’s symbols, and the Bodleian Library, famous for its fascinating book collections. Later, we explore the university campus and visit the Natural History Museum. Guests who wish may relax in the natural areas surrounding the city and feel Oxford’s historical atmosphere. It would not be right to leave without visiting the city’s historical covered market, Covered Market; this is one of the best places to taste local specialties. Continuing our tour, we visit Christ Church College, which hosted unforgettable scenes from the Harry Potter films. In the final part of the day, we spend free time at Westgate Shopping Center. In the evening, we return to London, have dinner, and go to our accommodation.
DAY 6 Greenwich and the Final Day
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, we check out of our rooms and leave our suitcases in the hotel storage. Then, for one last exploration in London, we go to Greenwich. Here we first visit the Royal Observatory and take souvenir photos on the famous Greenwich Meridian Line (Prime Meridian). We also have the opportunity to enjoy one of London’s most beautiful views from here. Then we see the Cutty Sark, known as the fastest sailing cargo ship of its time, and listen to our guide’s interesting story about it. After our visit, we return to the hotel, collect our luggage, and head to the airport by bus. After completing our passport and check-in procedures, we begin our return journey to Mersin on our evening flight. Upon arriving in Mersin, we collect our luggage, transfer to the vehicle waiting for us at the exit, and reach our school, ending our tour with unforgettable memories.