DAY 01: ISTANBUL AIRPORT - LONDON
Enter Istanbul Airport via Gate 3, meet our valued guests at 05:00 in front of THY international counters (counters 1-27) for check-in procedures. Depart for London at 08:10 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1241. Upon arrival in London at local time 10:15, we will depart from the airport with our guide and private bus for a panoramic city tour of London. During the city tour, you will visit many tourist attractions including London's world-famous landmarks such as Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben Clock Tower, London Eye, and Tower Bridge. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 02: LONDON
After breakfast at our hotel, we depart for the London Walking Tour. First, we head to Green Park Station using the London Underground (Tube), one of the world's most famous metros, which is not only a fast and practical means of transport but also part of experiencing London more deeply. During this tour, you will stroll through London's famous streets and avenues, witnessing its history and experiencing London up close. Our first stop is a visit to Buckingham Palace. If we are lucky, we may have the opportunity to watch the Horse Guards Parade. Then, we will explore places such as Big Ben, Covent Garden, Chinatown, and Piccadilly Circus, some of the city's most famous and busiest streets.
You can shop on Oxford Circus and Regent's Street, London's largest shopping street, and explore New Bond Street, known for its luxury stores. After the tour, we return to our hotel again by Tube. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 03: LONDON – GLASGOW
We check out early in the morning and head towards the train station for Glasgow. After an average 4.5-hour train journey, we arrive in Glasgow. Glasgow, one of Scotland's largest and most dynamic cities, is a fascinating metropolis that blends its historic fabric with modern structures. During this city tour, we will visit Glasgow's most important and impressive points. First, we visit Glasgow Cathedral, one of the best-preserved medieval cathedrals in Scotland, built in the 12th century and one of the city's oldest structures, followed by George Square, considered the heart of the city, opened in 1781. Here, we will explore the city's important monuments and historical buildings. Afterwards, City Chambers (Town Hall), the city's famous shopping street Buchanan Street, Kelvingrove Park, Green Park, and the River Clyde are among the sights to see.
After our tour, you will have free time for dinner. If you wish, you can try delicious Scottish dishes at local restaurants in the city or go shopping. Transfer to our hotel after the tour. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 04: GLASGOW – EDINBURGH
After breakfast at our hotel, we set off for Edinburgh with our special vehicle waiting for us. During our journey, we first visit Glengoyne Distillery, and after our enjoyable 75-minute whisky tasting tour there, we proceed to Edinburgh.
During our Edinburgh city tour, we will explore the city's most striking and historical points panoramically. First, we will view the famous Edinburgh Castle from the outside. Then, we will ascend Calton Hill to overlook the city from above, taking photos amidst magnificent views. Throughout the tour, we will stroll along historic streets such as Royal Mile and Princes Street, having the opportunity to see the Royal Palace and the Parliament Building from the outside.
After our tour, you will have free time for dinner. If you wish, you can try delicious Scottish dishes at local restaurants in Edinburgh or go shopping. At the end of our tour, we transfer back to our hotel in Glasgow. Overnight at our hotel.
DAY 05: EDINBURGH– ISTANBUL AIRPORT
After breakfast at our hotel, once rooms are vacated and check-out procedures are completed, we will depart at the scheduled time with our private vehicle to discover the world-famous The Kelpies sculptures. After the tour, we proceed to Edinburgh Airport, complete passport and baggage procedures, and depart for Istanbul at 16:50 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1346. Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 23:15 local time. End of our tour.