“Nataka kuelekea London”

London

Royal history, world-class museums and West End nights

Trips from$1,290 pp

Ready-made trips1

Best timeMay to September

See the trips

Discover London

London mixes a thousand years of history with one of the world’s most exciting modern cities. Watch the Changing of the Guard, see the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London, then cross the Thames to the Tate Modern and Borough Market.

Many of its greatest museums are free, its parks are huge and green, and evenings bring West End musicals, Premier League matches and food from every corner of the globe. It’s a brilliant first trip to Europe.

Perfect for

Ready-made trips

Your London trip

Flights from Dar es Salaam can be added to any trip. Reserve with a deposit, or save for it with elekea Kibubu.

London 4.8 (6)

London Explorer

Four nights in London with the Tower of London, the London Eye, a West End musical and time for museums and shopping.

City Breaks Family Holidays Shopping Trips

From

$1,290 / person

Book now

Want it your way? Tell us your dates, budget and who’s travelling. We’ll design a London trip just for you. Plan a custom trip

See & do

The best of London

Must-see

Buckingham PalaceThe King’s London residence and the Changing of the Guard ceremony.
Westminster & Big BenThe Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey on the Thames.
Tower BridgeThe Victorian bridge with a glass-floored high-level walkway.

Things to do

01
Tower of LondonBeefeater tours, the Crown Jewels and 950 years of royal history.
02
Ride the London EyeA 30-minute rotation with views over Westminster and the Thames.
03
Catch a West End showThe Lion King, Les Misérables, Wicked — book the best seats in advance.
04
Warner Bros. Studio TourWalk the real sets of the Harry Potter films, 30 minutes outside London.
05
Free museumsThe British Museum, Natural History Museum and National Gallery cost nothing to enter.

When to go

Best time to visit

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Novnow Dec

Best months Possible, but not ideal

May to September — long days and outdoor life, plus December for Christmas markets and lights.

Climate. Mild and changeable: 18–25°C in summer, 2–9°C in winter. Rain can come any day — bring layers.

Travel info

Good to know

DARLondon

Fly into London Heathrow (LHR) via Dubai, Doha, Istanbul or Nairobi. The Heathrow Express reaches Paddington in 15 minutes.

Nearest airport: London Heathrow (LHR) or Gatwick (LGW)
Currency: Pound sterling (GBP); contactless cards everywhere
Languages: English
Time zone: Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+0, UTC+1 in summer)
Visa: Many nationalities need a UK Standard Visitor visa. Visa-exempt visitors must hold an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before flying. Our team checks the rules for your passport and can handle the application for you.
Good to know: Tap a contactless card on the Tube and buses — daily fares are capped automatically.

Questions

Before you go to London

Talk to our Dar es Salaam team

We know London well and can shape any trip to your dates and budget.

WhatsApp Enquire

How long does a UK visa take?

Standard Visitor visas are usually decided within three weeks of your biometrics appointment. Apply at least six weeks before travel.

Is London expensive?

Hotels are, but many top sights are free and transport is simple. Our packages include central hotels so you save time and money on travel.

Keep exploring

Pair it with

All destinations

Ready for London?

Book a ready-made trip in minutes, or let our team in Dar es Salaam shape one around you.

Choose a trip Talk to an expert

London trips from

$1,290 / person

See trips