England & Scotland Explorer by Train
$2650
per personEmbark on a meticulously crafted tour of England and Scotland. From the vibrant capital city of London to the breathtaking Scottish realm, witness dramatic landscapes adorned with lochs and islands, while exploring majestic cathedrals and time-honored castles.
Our stress-free tour extends beyond sightseeing, allowing you the opportunity to leisurely cruise along the scenic River Thames and the tranquil waters of a Scottish loch. Immerse your taste buds in the cuisine of each region, savoring traditional haggis, fine whisky, indulgent afternoon tea, and hidden culinary gems. Engage with the warm locals, distinguished by their unique accents, as they invite you to experience the genuine hospitality that defines these remarkable destinations.
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9 Days, 8 Nights: London, Edinburgh, Inverness, Isle of Skye, Glasgow
ⓘ Every Thursday Guided Departure Includes hotels, daily breakfast, tour guide, train tickets, private airport and train station transfers, admission fees
ⓘ Airfare is not included in the price that is listed
Classic
⭐⭐⭐ Hotels + Dinner Cruise on the Thames River + London Bus Tour + Edinburgh City Tour + Inverness City Walking Tour + Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle + Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour + Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour
Premium
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hotels + Same Excusions
ⓘ Upgrade to Deluxe or Private Tour
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hotels OR you pick your departure dates with select trip upgrades and personalizations
British Parliament & River Thames Cruise Boats
Buckingham Palace
George Square, Glasglow
Portree, Isle of Skye
Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Duich
Kelvingrove Art Gallery, Glasgow
8 Night Accommodation
Itinerary
DAY 1: ARRIVE LONDON | DINNER CRUISE ON THE THAMES RIVER
Arrive at Heathrow Airport and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.
London is the capital of the United Kingdom (UK). It is one of the most diverse and vibrant cities in the world.
Dinner Cruise On The Thames River (3 hours @7:45pm)
Enjoy a 3-hour dinner cruise through London. Partake a pre-cruise glass of sparkling wine or soft drink. Dinner – a delicious 4-course dinner. Live performance and dancing till late.
🛏️. 2 Nights in London 🍴 Meals: Dinner
DAY 2: LONDON CITY BUS TOUR
Today, we take a bus tour to explore London’s top attractions. Visit Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, London Eye, Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, Trafalgar Square, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Hyde Park and the Houses of Parliament.
Note: Attraction admission tickets are not included.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: LONDON – EDINBURGH
After breakfast, take the train north to Edinburgh. Hotel and train station transfers are included. The rest of the day is free.
🛏️. 2 Nights in Edinburgh.🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4: EDINBURGH CITY TOUR
Today’s Edinburgh City Tour (group) explores Edinburgh New Town, Royal Botanical Gardens, Newhaven Harbour, the Royal Yacht Britannia, The Shore in Leith, Stockbridge, the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, and Edinburgh Castle.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5: EDINBURGH – INVERNESS | INVERNESS WALKING TOUR
Take the train from Edinburgh to Inverness (10:30 AM – 14:15 PM).
Inverness is the gateway to the Scottish Highlands, the stunning region of Scotland that offers breathtaking landscapes and ancient sites. It is just 20 minutes to famous Loch Ness, home of the legendary monster Nessie and many historic castles.
The Inverness City Walking Tour visits several attractions (1.5 hour @5:30pm).
Discover Inverness through the eyes of a local. See how Inverness developed, its history, folklore, and highland culture. From humble beginnings as a royal city, to Jacobite risings and castle sieges, to modern life in Inverness today and of course, the Loch Ness monster.
🛏️. 2 Nights in Inverness.🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6: ISLE OF SKYE AND EILEAN DONAN CASTLE TOUR
Today we discover the Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle (12 hours @8am).
Visit the Isle of Skye, including its capital Portree, Lealt Falls, and the Old Man of Storr. See Loch Ness from Invermoriston, Loch Carron, and Eilean Donan Castle.
Follow the shores of Loch Ness to Invermoriston, where you will stop for a short break. Grab a coffee, take scenic photos, and try to spot Nessie!
Continue to Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most photographed castles, set on its own island at the head of Loch Duich.
If you like, you can enter the castle and learn about its history (entrance fee not included). Or just admire the picturesque castle and its scenic surroundings.
Next we journey to the Isle of Skye. Portree is a small colorful town fringed by cliffs and rolling hills.
Head to the Old Man of Storr which is an iconic rock formation. Take a walk at Lealt Falls to admire the beautiful waterfall and gorge. Stop at the panoramic Strome Viewpoint over Loch Carron.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7: INVERNESS – GLASGOW | CITY WAKING TOUR
Take the train to Glasgow and transfer to the hotel (9:40 AM – 1:15 PM).
Enjoy the Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour (1.5 hours @5 PM). See George Square, pass by the City Chambers, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow Cathedral, The Necropolis, St. Mungo at High Street and Gallery of Modern Art. Note: Attraction admission tickets are not included.
🛏️. 2 Nights in Glasgow.🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8: STIRLING CASTLE, LOCH LOMOND AND CRUISE
After breakfast we join the Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour (9 hours @9am).
Spot the magnificent Stirling Castle perched on a crag. This stronghold is known as the ‘Key to Scotland’, and has witnessed several battles that were turning points in Scottish history.
From Stirling you travel into the Highlands to an area known as the Trossachs National Park. This land is full of shimmering lochs, rugged mountain tops, and forest-filled glens. And it used to be a perfect place for outlaws like Rob Roy to hide.
Hear the tale of this fascinating folk hero and enjoy the magnificent nature all around you before proceeding to lunch in picturesque Aberfoyle (lunch at your own cost).
After lunch you continue the journey through the national park to the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond. Framed by majestic mountains and adorned with over 30 islands, this stunning loch has been celebrated in songs and poems for centuries.
Join an optional hour-long cruise to admire the loch from a different angle and enjoy tales of local wildlife, folklore, and history.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9: GLASGOW | END OF TOUR
After breakfast, transfer to Glasgow Airport (GLA) for your flight home to the USA or Canada.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
*Hotel check-out time is generally around 11 am. If your flight departs in the evening or past midnight, we suggest you consider adding a post-tour hotel night during booking, to be comfortable and well rested before your flight home.
*The duration and start time of excursions are subject to change without prior notice.
Every Thursday Departure (Except Surcharge Dates, Land Only)
- Guaranteed Departure with 2 Persons
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| Year 2024 | ||
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$3,165 + Airfare
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$3,625 + Airfare |
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$2,650 + Airfare
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$2,925 + Airfare |
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Hotels
We carefully handpick our hotels to ensure they provide you with the best comfort and experience. For Private Tours, you may request a specific hotel as one of the customizable options.
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| London | Holiday Inn Express London Victoria, an IHG Hotel | Mercure London Bridge view images > |
| Edinburgh | Hub By Premier Inn Edinburgh Haymarket | Voco Edinburgh Royal Terrace, an IHG Hotel view images > |
| Inverness | Ardross Glencairn | AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness view images > |
| Glasgow | Premier Inn Glasgow Cc Buchanan Gallerie | Holiday Inn Glasgow City Centre Theatreland, an IHG Hotel view images > |
Accommodation Classification
- CLASSIC ⭐⭐⭐- 3-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- PREMIUM ⭐⭐⭐⭐- 4-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- DELUXE ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐- 5-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
Hotel Check-in and Check-out
Pre-Tour Hotel Add-on and Post-Tour Hotel Add-on
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Available in Fixed Date Departure ᐅ and Private Tours ᐅ
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Every Thursday Departure (Except Surcharge Dates, Land Only)
- Guaranteed Departure with 2 Persons
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| Year 2024 | ||
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$3,165 + Airfare | $3,625 + Airfare |
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$2,650 + Airfare | $2,925 + Airfare |
- ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
- ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy. A special rate for single travelers is available on request - please inquire.
- ‣ This tour operates with a minimum of 2
Departures for Private Tours (Land Only)
- You Choose Your Own Dates
- Call for price
- ‣ Daily departures.
- ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
- ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Special rates for single travelers or larger groups are available on request - please inquire.
- ‣ Seasonal surcharges may apply during applicable major holidays. Surcharge dates: Jan 1-4, Easter, Memorial weekend, Independence Day weekend, Labor Day weekend, Thanksgiving weekend, Dec 16 - 31 and selected local major holidays.
- ‣ Note that tour prices vary according to season. If your tour straddles two seasons then each portion will be priced according to that season.
Flight Add-On
- ‣ We work with all major airlines for the best routes and competitive pricing.
- ‣ The nearest arrival airport is London - Heathrow Airport (LHR).
- ‣ The nearest departure airport is Glasgow – Glasgow Airport (GLA).
- ‣ Contact us for more detail and pricing.
Inclusions
- ‣ Hotel Accommodations
- ‣ Daily Breakfasts and Selected Meals (See tour plan for details)
- ‣ English-speaking Local Guide
- ‣ Entrance Fees to Monuments & Attractions per Itinerary
- ‣ Airport and Train Station Transfer
Exclusions
- ‣ Air Fare
- ‣ Train Tickets (Train fares are subject to change until paid in full at time of ticketing)
- ‣ Travel Insurance
- ‣ Medical Expenses
- ‣ Visa Fee
- ‣ Gratuity
- ‣ Personal Expenses
Optional Add-Ons (per person)
- ‣ Pre-tour hotel night
- ‣ Post-tour hotel night
Deposit
- ‣ A deposit of $950 (classic) or $1100 (premium) is due within 3 days of booking confirmation. Full payment to be made 70 days prior to the departure date.
- ‣ The airfare is due upon flight booking. Airfare and flight schedule shown are indicative only. Actual prices and schedule will be available at flight booking. All airfares are subject to change until paid in full at time of ticketing.
- ‣ Credit card fee for American Express and non-US issued credit card is 1%. No charge for most other credit cards.
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Suggested Gratuity
- ‣ Local Guide: US $7 per person per day of sightseeing. US $4 per half day of sightseeing.
- ‣ Driver: US $5 per person per day of sightseeing. US $3 per half day of sightseeing.
- ‣ Gratuities may be paid in local currency or US dollars. You can tip the guides and drivers when they finish their assignment with you e.g. end of day, end of city stay, on departure, etc.
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