Notre première destination est le marché de Covent Garden, célèbre pour ses artistes de rue, ses étals de boutiques et ses décorations de Noël. En explorant le marché, vous aurez le temps de prendre des photos, d'acheter des cadeaux de Noël et d'écouter les artistes de rue. Votre guide vous racontera également l'histoire de Covent Garden, de ses origines, terrain appartenant à l'Église, à son marché moderne et dynamique d'aujourd'hui.

As we walk along the Strand, your guide will point out some of the many historical buildings that line this road. These buildings include the world-famous Savoy hotel, a favourite place with celebrities such as Frank Sinatra and JK Rowling, and Coutts Bank, the oldest surviving bank in London, where only the wealthiest and most prestigious of clients can afford to keep their money. Along the way, you will also have the chance to stop and take photographs of the amazing Christmas lights that hang above the main road. If you'd like to stop for the perfect photo of your group, feel free to ask your guide, who will happily recommend the best place to stop and will take a photo of you all.

Trafalgar Square was named after the 1805 battle of Trafalgar, between the British Navy and the larger combined navies of Spain and France. Whilst in Trafalgar Square, your guide will tell you all about the famous battle, how the British won against overwhelming odds, and how one of Britains national heroes lost his life as part of the battle. Whilst here, your guide will also explain how the Christmas Tree, which sits in the middle of the square, is a symbol of friendship between Britain and Norway. Finally, you will have time to take photos and explore the market stalls which appear in Trafalgar Square every year.

En vous promenant sur Regent Street, vous aurez l'occasion d'admirer à nouveau les magnifiques illuminations de Noël qui illuminent les rues et les bâtiments environnants. Envie d'une photo ? Demandez à votre guide de vous en prendre une !

As part of the tour (depending on the start time you select), you will have a brief opportunity to visit the oldest bookstore in London - Hatchards. A favourite with book lovers everywhere, this shop is linked to almost every great writer who ever lived or worked in London. Not only are they linked to writers such as Sir Winston Churchill, but even the King gets his books here! Not only does this stop offer us the chance to get warm, but it also means that you can purchase a Christmas present for someone you love from one of the most celebrated bookshops in the world! Looking for a good book? Why not ask the booksellers or your guide for advice?

Selon l'heure de départ de votre visite (nous vous recommandons de commencer avant 17h30 pour garantir votre temps de visite), vous aurez également le temps de visiter Fortnum and Mason. Ce grand magasin emblématique, fondé par l'un des valets de pied de George III, est aujourd'hui l'un des lieux de shopping les plus réputés de Londres. Si les visiteurs qui commencent leur visite tôt le matin pourront se réchauffer et admirer les intérieurs époustouflants de ce magasin majestueux, tous les participants pourront admirer les magnifiques vitrines qui font la renommée de Fortnum and Mason.

Bond Street abrite certaines des marques de mode les plus emblématiques au monde. En flânant et en admirant ces icônes de la mode, vous pourrez également admirer la beauté des décorations de Noël, encore plus éclatantes que les gens qui y font leurs achats.

South Molton Street est célèbre à cette époque de l'année pour ses superbes décorations de Noël. En marchant de Bond Street à South Molton Street, votre guide vous indiquera où vivaient Jimmy Hendrix et George Fredric Handel et s'arrêtera pour vous prendre en photo sous les magnifiques illuminations de Noël.

Oxford Street abrite certaines des illuminations de Noël les plus emblématiques de Londres. Chaque année, un spectacle de lumières incroyable vous coupera le souffle. En vous promenant sur Oxford Street, vous aurez l'occasion d'admirer les vitrines de boutiques prestigieuses, comme John Lewis, et de vous émerveiller devant la beauté des illuminations.

As we explore Carnaby Street, you might want to stop at take a look at some of the amazing fashion bands that are located on this road. Famous since the 1960's as the home of quirky British fashion, synonymous with the youth of the time, this area is also known for its bright and colourful Christmas lights, which are often unlike anything else in London!

A short walk from Carnaby Street is the internationally renowned Regent Stree. Originally a route to link Regent's Park to The Prince Regent's palace, the street was, and is, a beacon for anyone looking for shops of fashion and good taste. Designed by the Architect John Nash, this area is still owned by the Crown! Thanks to its royal connections, Regent Street is always awe-inspiring when it comes to the fantastic Christmas lights that are displayed across the road.