UK Connection

Accommodation

We work with over 120 different accommodation providers in London ranging from University Residences to 3 and 4 Star Hotels. We have accommodations to suit every budget and every accommodation offered will have been inspected and audited and will be clean, safe and friendly, responsive to the specific needs of student groups.

Meals and Eating Out

London is regarded as one of the culinary capitals of the world and there are literally thousands of restaurants catering for every taste and budget. From hot dogs and hamburgers to the finest of fine dining, and through every possible national and regional diet, UK Connection can offer you surprisingly inexpensive options to keep your group well-fed and well-watered!

Transport

UK Connections of 'Fully Inclusive' published itineraries provide 'closed door' private coaches usually with 49 to 67 seats. All coaches and drivers have been audited to ensure that they comply with all national and international regulations governing passenger safety and comfort. These are available to the group for unlimited excursions within the London area, subject only to National and EU Regulations governing driver's hours.

Public Transport

London is one of the easiest cities in the world to move around on public transport, as long as you avoid the dreaded "Rush Hours" (generally 0730 until 0930 and 1630 to 1800). UK Connection can provide pre-paid Railcards to provide unlimited travel on the London Underground and London Buses.

Independent Sightseeing Tours on land and water

'Hop-on Hop-off' Open Top Bus Tours

On their fleet of open top 'double-decker' buses, your open dated ticket is valid for 24 hours from when you first board the bus.

'Hop-on Hop-off' River Thames cruise

You can hop on and off the boats at Westminster, Waterloo, Tower & Greenwich Piers all day long.

London Thames Lunch and Dinner Cruises

As a special treat, enjoy a Thames or Dinner cruise as you float gently down London's main artery an ever-changing backdrop of one of the most exciting cities in the world..

London Attractions 2010

UK Connection can pre-book all of London's most popular 2010 tourist attractions and sightseeing tours and pass on to your groups exceptional discounts, and often, fast track entry.

Museums and Galleries

There are over 240 museums in London ranging from world famous collections such as those found in the British Museum and the National Gallery to smaller specialist collections such as The Clockmakers Museum or the Museum of Arsenal Football Club. UK Connection can advise and where necessary pre-book these visits to support any specialist subject studies.

Madame Tussauds

At Madame Tussauds you 'meet' with some of the world's most famous faces. Sing a duet with Kylie Miogue.. Take up Tiger Woods golf challenge, or strike a penalty with Wayne Rooney.

The London Dungeon

Extremely popular with students is the gory and ghoulish London Dungeon. Live actors, shows, two rides and interactive special effects ensure that you face your fears head on in this unique ninety minute experience.

Tower of London

The Tower of London has been an integral part of British history for nearly 1,000 years. Marvel at the breathtaking Crown Jewels, stand on the execution site of three English queens and hear the myths and legends that make a visit to the Tower "a day out to die for".

Tower Bridge Exhibition

The Tower Bridge Exhibition is the award-winning attraction inside the bridge itself. The Walkways provide a stunning panorama of London, 47 metres above the Thames, where you can view (amongst many other sights) the Tower of London, London Eye, St Paul's Cathedral.

The London Eye

The Merlin Entertainments London Eye is the world's tallest 'Ferris' wheel, with 40 kilometre panoramic views on a clear day. The gradual flight in one of the 32 high-tech glass capsules takes approximately 30 minutes.

NEW FOR 2010 is The London Eye 4D is a groundbreaking 3D film with in theatre effects a touching story of a little girl in London with her father.

London Guided Walks

UK Connection can organize specialist walking tours for your group concentrating on anything from London's historic buildings and architecture, to the fiendish murder sites of Jack the Ripper!

London Theme Parks

London plays host to three of the top Theme Parks in Europe and UK Connection can pre-book discount tickets for Thorpe Park, Chessington's World of Adventures and Legoland.

West End Show Tickets

London theatre is known throughout the world for its quality and variety, and the shows range from established favourites to new plays by up and coming writers. UK Connection can usually obtain discounted seats, particularly for the matinee showings which are considerably cheaper than evening performances. Contact us for an up to date list of what's running.