Morning: Arrive and settle into your hotel. Take a leisurely stroll to see the iconic Big Ben and the surrounding Westminster area, snapping photos of the historic clock tower.
Afternoon: Walk along the Thames to the London Eye (tickets from lastminute.com) for panoramic city views, then explore the nearby Westminster Abbey exterior.
Evening: Dine in Covent Garden and enjoy a night‑time view of the illuminated Big Ben across the river.
Find HotelsMorning: Tour the grandeur of Buckingham Palace (including the State Rooms if open) and watch the Changing of the Guard.
Afternoon: Visit the world‑renowned British Museum, then head to the National Gallery in Trafalgar Square for a dose of classic art.
Evening: Relax with a river cruise on the Thames, spotting landmarks like the illuminated Tower Bridge and St. Paul's Cathedral.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the medieval fortress of the Tower of London, viewing the Crown Jewels and historic towers.
Afternoon: Walk across the iconic Tower Bridge and visit the free Victoria and Albert Museum for design and fashion exhibits.
Evening: Attend an evening service or simply admire the interior of St. Paul's Cathedral as the city lights up.
Find HotelsMorning: Arrive in Paris and settle in. Begin with a walk down the famed Champs‑Élysées, soaking up the boulevard’s energy.
Afternoon: Climb the Arc de Triomphe for sweeping views of Paris, then wander to the nearby Eiffel Tower for a late‑afternoon visit.
Evening: Enjoy a dinner cruise on the Seine, watching the illuminated Eiffel Tower sparkle on the hour.
Find HotelsMorning: Spend the morning at the world‑class Louvre Museum, focusing on the highlights such as the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo.
Afternoon: Cross the river to the Musée d'Orsay to admire Impressionist masterpieces, then relax in the nearby Jardin du Luxembourg.
Evening: Explore the bohemian atmosphere of Montmartre, ending with a visit to the stunning Basilique du Sacré‑Cœur at sunset.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a short trip to the opulent Palace of Versailles, touring the Hall of Mirrors and the expansive gardens.
Afternoon: Return to the city for a visit to the historic Notre‑Dam Cathedral (exterior) and the avant‑garde Centre Pompidou.
Evening: Conclude with a performance or guided tour of the magnificent Palais Garnier, then savor a final French dinner.
Find HotelsTotal Estimated Cost: £127 + €121 ≈ €267 (≈ £232)
To extend the trip, add a day in London for a West End show and a day in Paris to explore the vibrant Marais district and the Musée Rodin. If you need to shorten the itinerary, combine Day 2 and Day 3 by skipping the Victoria & Albert Museum and limit the London Eye visit to a quick photo stop; similarly, in Paris you can skip the Centre Pompidou and focus on the Louvre and Montmartre for a more compact schedule.