Edinburgh The Royal City - Overnight Rail Tour from London
Scotland's capital is a veritable treasure trove of history. Visit historic castles and palaces, roam the higgledy-piggledy medieval streets of the Old Town, or admire the Georgian splendour of the New Town. Uncover the unique character of the city on a fantastic overnight trip from London to Edinburgh.
Additional Information
• Outbound Day 1: Train departs London Kings Cross: 07:00 / train arrives in Edinburgh: 11:20
• Return Day 2: Train departs Edinburgh: 17:30 / train arrives at London Kings Cross: 22:09
• Your electronic tickets and vouchers will be sent to you one week prior to your scheduled departure date via email (or, if booked within one week then within 24 hours of booking). We recommend arriving at the station 30 minutes before your scheduled train departure time
• Overnight accommodation: prices stated are per person, based on two people sharing a twin/double room (Single travellers pay single occupancy price)
• This Tour is unescorted
• We will make every effort to fulfil any requests you have for seating on the train, however this cannot be guaranteed
• Please visit our Travel Health page for full details of our enhanced hygiene standards and protocols (https://evanevanstours.com/travel-guide/experts-in-sightseeing/travel-health/)
What's included
- Round-trip train journey from London with reserved seats
- Free Wi-Fi on board the train
- Entrance to Edinburgh Castle
- Hop-on hop-off bus tour of Edinburgh
- One night's stay in a central 3* hotel, including breakfast
- Meals (except hotel breakfast on Day 2)
- Tour Guide
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Overview
Welcome to Edinburgh
Fondly known as Auld Reekie, which means 'Old Smokey' in Scots, the Scottish capital is one of the most memorable and unique cities in all of Europe.
A sense of history is around every corner and under your feet of this beautiful city. Underground vaults and hidden passageways, relics of construction from a bygone era, are located in and around its historic town centre, known as 'Old Town'.
Visitors and locals pack the narrow cobbled alleyways of Old Town, the medieval heart of Edinburgh filled with centuries-old buildings. Explore the traditional pubs, charming stores and casual eateries that line the 'Royal Mile', a historic street cutting through the middle of Old Town, and visit St Giles' Cathedral, the 900-year old religious focal point of the city.
Climb Calton Hill for sweeping panoramic views of the Edinburgh skyline and beyond, or visit the mighty Edinburgh Castle, a 1,100-year-old fortress built on Castle Rock, a long-extinct volcano. Explore the long, bloody history of the castle, from its time as a military fortress, royal residence and prison of war.
Walk in the footsteps of famous Scottish kings and queens as you ascend castle hill, and see the Stone of Destiny, also known as the Stone of Scone. For centuries, this sacred object has been used in the coronation of Scottish, and later British, monarchs.
Optional Extra: First Class
Upgrade your train travel to First Class and travel in style with breakfast on your outbound journey and dinner upon your return.
Operates
April - March, Monday to Saturday
