7-Day Trip Itinerary: London, Paris & Amsterdam

Day 1: Arrival in London & Initial Exploration

Morning: Arrive at London Heathrow, settle into your accommodation, and enjoy a light breakfast nearby.

Afternoon: Explore Covent Garden with its lively street performers and boutique shops.

Evening: Dinner in Soho followed by a stroll along the South Bank to see the illuminated London Eye and Big Ben.

Day 2: London Sightseeing

Morning: Visit the historic Tower of London and view the Crown Jewels.

Afternoon: Walk across Tower Bridge, then explore Borough Market for lunch and local treats.

Evening: West End show or dinner near Leicester Square.

Day 3: Travel to Paris

Morning: Take the Eurostar train from London St Pancras to Paris Gare du Nord (~2.5 hours).

Afternoon: Check into your Paris accommodation and visit the iconic Eiffel Tower.

Evening: Enjoy dinner at a bistro in the Latin Quarter and a leisurely walk along the Seine River.

Day 4: Paris Highlights

Morning: Explore the Louvre Museum and surrounding Tuileries Garden.

Afternoon: Visit the historic Notre-Dame Cathedral and stroll through Le Marais.

Evening: Relax at a café near Montmartre and ascend to Sacré-Cœur Basilica for city views.

Day 5: Travel to Amsterdam

Morning: Take a morning Thalys train from Paris Gare du Nord to Amsterdam Centraal (~3.5 hours).

Afternoon: Check in and explore the Canal Ring and Anne Frank House.

Evening: Dinner in the Jordaan neighborhood and enjoy local Dutch cuisine.

Day 6: Amsterdam Exploration

Morning: Visit the Rijksmuseum and experience Dutch art masterpieces.

Afternoon: Relax in Vondelpark and explore Albert Cuyp Market.

Evening: Take a scenic evening canal cruise to see Amsterdam illuminated.

Day 7: Return to London & Departure

Morning: Take an early flight or train back to London.

Afternoon: Last minute shopping at Harrods or Oxford Street.

Evening: Depart London Heathrow.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Covent Garden: 2 hours, £0 (free sightseeing)
• Tower of London: 3 hours, £30
• Eurostar London to Paris: 2.5 hours, £70
• Eiffel Tower visit: 2 hours, €25 (£22)
• Louvre Museum: 3 hours, €17 (£15)
• Thalys Paris to Amsterdam: 3.5 hours, €60 (£53)
• Anne Frank House: 2 hours, €14 (£12)
• Rijksmuseum: 3 hours, €20 (£18)
• Evening canal cruise Amsterdam: 1.5 hours, €18 (£16)
• Flight/train Amsterdam to London: 1-2 hours, £80
• Miscellaneous meals and transport (est.): £150

Total Estimated Cost: ~£491

Tips

To extend your trip, consider adding a day in either Paris or Amsterdam to visit nearby attractions such as Versailles or the Dutch countryside. For a shorter trip, skip Amsterdam and spend additional time exploring London’s museums and neighborhoods or enjoy a day trip to Windsor or Oxford.