Britain and Ireland Panorama · TourwithCarmela.com
Britain and Ireland Panorama

Before Departure

13 August 2026
London skyline
13 August 2026
Welcome to London
"Not all those who wander are lost." — J.R.R. Tolkien
📞Guest Services: +44 207 620 8900
🏨Check-in from 15:00
🏠Hilton London Kensington

A warm welcome from Carmela

Carmela Marino
Carmela Marino — Tour Director
Britain and Ireland Panorama

Welcome to London and to the start of your Britain and Ireland Panorama adventure! I'm absolutely delighted to have you with us. I'll be with you throughout this journey — please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions at all.

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Private Airport Transfer — Addison Lee

Your Addison Lee driver will be waiting for you in the terminal after you have collected your bags and cleared customs. Please look out for your driver — they will be standing to the side waiting for you.

If your driver is not there, please do not contact me — unfortunately I am unable to assist with any transfers. Please contact your booking agent directly on +44 207 620 8900.


Accommodation

Your hotel in London

Where we start the adventure

Hilton London Kensington

179–199 Holland Park Ave, London W11 4UL, United Kingdom
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Not staying at the Hilton London Kensington?
No problem — just arrive at the hotel by 7:20 AM on departure morning to collect your luggage tags from me and help load the coach. Full departure-day timings are below.

Thursday 13th August — All Guests

Departing from London by coach

🚨 Very Important
Our departure time is fixed and non-negotiable — the coach leaves at 7:45 AM. Please be prompt!
🏨 Staying at the Hilton London Kensington
6:30 AM
Luggage Collection
Leave your main luggage outside your room door — hotel staff will collect it for loading onto the coach.
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Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at your leisure in the hotel restaurant.
7:30 AM
Down to the Lobby
Come down with your hand luggage, ready to depart.
🧳 Not Staying at the Hilton?
7:20 AM
Arrive at the Hotel
Come to the Hilton London Kensington to collect your luggage tags from me and help load the coach.
7:45 AM
Coach Departs
We leave promptly for Stratford-upon-Avon & York — the adventure begins!

Suggested Sites to See in London

London's iconic sights

Tower of London
🏰 Tower of London
Unlock 1,000 years of history — the dazzling Crown Jewels, ancient battlements and thrilling tales of royals, rebels and ravens.
Westminster Abbey
⛪ Westminster Abbey
Britain's most famous church, where kings and queens have been crowned for centuries — stunning Gothic architecture and royal tombs.

Retail Therapy

London's best shopping streets



Essentials

This is a trip where temperatures change very quickly. You will need to have a rain jacket, waterproof clothing, shoes with grip, warm hats, layers and sunglasses with you all the time. In the UK/Ireland it's best to dress like an onion. Be ready to peel off or put on more layers as the weather dictates. There is no such thing as bad weather in Great Britain, just bad clothing.


Need Help?

Key contacts

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Guest Services
+44 207 620 8900
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Guest Services Email
europeanguestservices@ttc.com
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WhatsApp Carmela
+44 7746 446479
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Carmela's Email
carmela.marino19@hotmail.it
Carmela Marino
Carmela Marino
Travel Director · Trafalgar
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