We just signed up for this tour and want to fly to London first for a few days . Then take the train to Paris. Any suggestions of the best day to fly to London? I was thinking Sept 4 since we arrive in London Sept 5 with the time change. Or maybe another day earlier? Thanks for any suggestions.
Posted by
Salem, Oregon, USA
3539 posts
What do you want to do in London? I'd pick the flight day based on how much time you have and what activities you want to do, allowing for jet lag day on arrival. Arriving Sept. 5 gives you two full days in London - if that's enough then go for it.
I personally would go to Paris the day before your tour starts just in case you have travel drama (it happens) and to do things in Paris that your tour does not do. Buy your Eurostar tickets early (they get more expensive as travel dates get closer). Also consider booking multi city flights (in to London, back from Paris) to avoid backtracking.
Posted by
Walnut Creek, CA (Originally England)
146 posts
As an FYI, Monday, August 31st, 2026 is a 'Bank Holiday' in England. It's the weekend before the kids in England go back to school so expect it to be busy everywhere as families may be taking their final summer week vacation. It also means that it's a prime target for potential strikes, although strikes do not happen as much as in other parts of Europe if they do it's usually at the airports and often on major holidays, which this is. If you are starting a tour I would also advise to arrive a day early, just in case!