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Grand London and Edinburgh
from $1,209 pp

  • Duration: 8 Days
  • Destinations: England, Scotland

Railbookers | 8 Days | London to Edinburgh

Daily Departures 2025 & 2026

Discover the delights of two capital cities on one journey by rail! First, experience the winding alleyways and classic landmarks of London, visiting royal homes, world-class museums and taking a boat down the River Thames. Then, ride the rails through the green English countryside up to Edinburgh, the hilly Scottish capital with a vibrant medieval Old Town and astonishing natural beauty.

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Included With Your Trip

Trip Highlights:

  • See London's favorite landmarks and monuments with a London Pass
  • Cruise down the Thames from Windsor, stopping to check out Windsor Castle along the way
  • Immerse yourself in history with a skip-the-line ticket to Edinburgh Castle
  • Uncover the beauty of the Scottish Highlands with a guided trip - including a visit to Loch Ness

What's Included:

  • 4 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in London
  • 3 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Edinburgh
  • Rail travel as per the itinerary
  • 2 day all inclusive sightseeing pass in London including :
    • The Tower of London
    • The View from The Shard
    • Westminster Abbey
    • Hop-on Hop-off pass
  • Skip the Line London Eye Ticket
  • Edinburgh Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle guided tour
  • Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands Small-Group Day Trip from Edinburgh
Additional Information

Day 1: Your Journey Begins in London

Welcome to London! Arrive in the history-steeped, cosmopolitan English capital and check in at your hotel for a four-night stay. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city, perhaps enjoying some traditional fish and chips for dinner. (Overnight in London)

Day 2: London

After breakfast this morning, spend the day exploring! Your journey includes a London Pass, which will serve as your gateway to the city. Make use of the hop-on, hop-off bus tour to navigate the city, stopping off at Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Trafalgar Square to see some of London's most iconic sights. Gain entry to the Tower of London, Shakespeare's Globe or Westminster Abbey and tick off your London bucket list. This afternoon, why not take the Thames River Cruise included in your London Pass? Enjoy the city skyline from the water as you relax along one of the world's most famous waterways. There are 60 attractions to choose from, so you certainly won't be bored! (Overnight in London)

Day 3: London

Today you will experience the London Eye with your included tickets that grant you access to one of the UK’s most iconic attractions, offering breathtaking panoramic views of London’s skyline. Your fast-track tickets allow you to skip the queue and experience your ride in a spacious glass capsule that provides a 30-minute journey above the River Thames. Popular sights include Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, and beyond. (Overnight in London)

Day 4: London

Spend another day at leisure in London. Head to the South Bank for an iconic London experience. Watch street musicians and artists perform, gaze out at the Thames, and take a ride on the London Eye, an experience included with your journey! The views over London's rooftops are quite spectacular - you'll be able to see St Paul's Cathedral, the British Museum, Royal Opera House, and Tower Bridge from a fantastic perspective! (Overnight in London)

Day 5: London to Edinburgh

All aboard the train to Edinburgh! Make your way to London's Kings Cross Station, made world-famous in the Harry Potter series - in fact, you can see a replica of Platform 9 ¾ before you board the train! Travel through lush, rolling countryside north, crossing the Scottish border and arriving in Edinburgh about four and a half hours later. Make your way to your hotel and check in for a three-night stay. (Overnight in Edinburgh)

Day 6: Edinburgh

Edinburgh is certainly a treat to explore. Learn all there is to know about the iconic Royal Mile and historic Edinburgh Castle on a specially curated tour. After, why not fill your lungs full of fresh air on a scenic walk up to Arthur's Seat, visit HMY Britannia - a massive ocean liner used by Britain's royal family, or enjoy an introduction into the world of Scotch Whisky? (Overnight in Edinburgh

Day 7: Edinburgh

No visit to Scotland is complete without exploring the magnificent beauty of the Highlands! Take a small group daytrip to the rugged, mythical corners of the country, stopping off at Loch Ness - famously the home of the elusive monster of the same name! Explore the historic battle sites of Glencoe, Stirling Castle and Fort Augustus and spend free time exploring the wonderful wilderness to your heart's content before returning to Edinburgh for another night at your hotel. (Overnight in Edinburgh)

Day 8: Your Journey Ends in Edinburgh

Your journey ends today in Edinburgh. Continue on with your journey, or why not extend your trip? Speak to one of our Rail Vacation Specialists about taking the train to explore the Scottish Highlands further, perhaps including a daytrip over the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct to Mallaig, often named one of the most scenic train journeys in the world.

Departure Dates
Start: May 1, 2025
End: December 31, 2025
Price: $1,209 pp


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Start: January 1, 2026
End: December 31, 2026
Price: $1,209 pp


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