Best of Britain: London & Edinburgh Explorer
About This Trip
An 8-day Britain journey combining London's royal landmarks, historic attractions and shopping districts with Edinburgh's medieval Old Town, iconic castle and Scottish Highlands. The package includes high-speed LNER rail travel between London and Edinburgh and guided excursions.
Explore two of Britain's most iconic cities on a 7-night journey through London and Edinburgh. Discover Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Tower of London and Windsor Castle, along with the ancient monument of Stonehenge and historic Oxford. Travel north by LNER high-speed train to Edinburgh, explore its Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, and experience the dramatic landscapes of Glencoe, Ben Nevis and Loch Ness.
Trip Highlights
- Explore London's South Bank and River Thames
- London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
- Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben
- River Thames cruise
- Tower of London and Crown Jewels
- Shopping at Oxford Street and Regent Street
- Full-day Windsor, Stonehenge and Oxford excursion
- LNER high-speed train from London to Edinburgh
- Walk along Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile
- Visit Edinburgh Castle and St Giles' Cathedral
- Panoramic views from Calton Hill
- Full-day Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness tour
- Scenic Glencoe and Ben Nevis landscapes
- Optional Loch Ness boat cruise
Itinerary
Arrive at London Heathrow or Gatwick Airport and transfer to the hotel. Spend the evening at South Bank with views of the London Eye and Houses of Parliament. Overnight in London.
Begin the Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour covering Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben. Enjoy a River Thames cruise from Westminster to the Tower of London. Spend the evening exploring Covent Garden. Overnight in London.
Visit the Tower of London and see the Crown Jewels and Yeoman Warders. Later, explore the British Museum or St Paul's Cathedral. Spend time shopping at Oxford Street and Regent Street. Overnight in London.
Join a full-day guided coach excursion covering Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and the historic university city of Oxford. Return to London in the late evening. Overnight in London.
Board the LNER train from London King's Cross to Edinburgh. Enjoy the approximately 4.5-hour journey through the English countryside and along the northern coastline. After arrival, check in and take an evening walk along the Royal Mile. Overnight in Edinburgh.
Visit Edinburgh Castle, followed by exploration of the Old Town including St Giles' Cathedral and Victoria Street. Hike up Calton Hill for panoramic views of Edinburgh and the sea. Overnight in Edinburgh.
Take a full-day Scottish Highlands tour through Glencoe, passing Ben Nevis and continuing to Loch Ness. Enjoy an optional boat cruise in search of Nessie before returning to Edinburgh. Overnight in Edinburgh.
Enjoy a final Scottish breakfast. Depending on flight timing, explore Edinburgh's New Town or Princes Street Gardens before transferring to Edinburgh Airport for departure.
What's Included
- • 3-star central hotel stays
- • Daily breakfast
- • LNER high-speed train from London to Edinburgh
- • London Hop-On Hop-Off pass
- • Edinburgh Castle entry
What's Not Included
- • Flights
- • 5%TCS
- • Visa
- • Tips if any
- • City taxes if any
- • Personal Expense
- • Anything that is not mentioned in the package
Frequently Asked Questions
The package is for 07 nights and 08 days.
The itinerary covers London for 4 nights and Edinburgh for 3 nights.
The starting price is ₹1,40,000 per person on a twin-sharing basis.
The peak season price is ₹1,75,000 per person for June to August.
Yes, the package includes an LNER high-speed train journey from London to Edinburgh.
Yes, a London Hop-On Hop-Off pass is included.
Yes, Edinburgh Castle entry is included.
The full-day guided excursion covers Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford.
The tour covers Glencoe, views of Ben Nevis and Loch Ness, with an optional boat cruise to search for Nessie.
Comfortable walking shoes and layered clothing are recommended, as Edinburgh has hills and cobblestone streets and Scotland can be cooler and windier than London.