Beyond the Highlights: London & Edinburgh

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Off the Beaten Path

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Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

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Arrive in London

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Half Day Classic Rock and Beatles Sites

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Full Day Magic of London Tour with Cream Tea at Harrods

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Half Day Stonehenge Tour

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London to Edinburgh & Edinburgh Hop on and Hop Off Bus Tour

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Half Day Secrets of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle Walking Tour & Johnnie Walker Journey of Flavour

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Full Day Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Scottish Highlands Tour

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Private Half-Day Edinburgh Tour with Lunch

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Depart from Edinburgh

Travel Itinerary

Trip Starts

Trip Stop

Trip Ends

Detailed Itinerary

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Arrive in London

What better way to see the highlights of London than from the upper level of a vintage double-decker bus? Take in excellent views of Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye, St. Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London on a meandering route, sweeping through the streets and history of the English capital. The tour also includes a boat trip on the river Thames as well as a visit to Buckingham Palace, the official Royal residence of His Majesty the King. Following your time at Buckingham, the scene shifts to the river Thames where you'll set off on serene sailing coursing through the central waterway of London, passing sites of interest including Shakespeare's Globe, London Bridge, the Shard and Tower Bridge before arriving at the London Eye pier, where you'll disembark. Shortly after, you'll be returned to the Victoria Coach Station where you'll bid farewell to your guide and enjoy time on your own. Important note: The Changing of the Guards only takes place in the morning and therefore cannot be seen on this afternoon excursion.

Transfer

London Heathrow Airport to London - Covent Garden

Transfer

London Heathrow Airport to London - Kensington

Your Accommodation

Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington

The Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington is a contemporary four-star hotel located near The Royal Albert Hall, just a two minutes' walk from High Street Kensington underground station. From world-class museums to spacious Hyde and Holland Park and even Kensington Palace being walkable, there is more than enough to do right on our doorstep.

Duration

4 Night Stay

Meal Plan

Buffet Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Strand Palace

Nestled in the vibrant heart of London on one of the city's oldest and most distinguished streets, moments from landmarks like Trafalgar Square and the lively atmosphere of Covent Garden, Strand Palace has been a cornerstone of London's hospitality scene since 1909. Following a breath-taking contemporary renovation in 2019, our hotel seamlessly blends modern comforts with traditional British charm, providing guests with an ideal setting for both leisure and business. With exclusive amenities such as a private bar, restaurant, complimentary onsite gym, and a guest service center, Strand Palace is the trusted choice to be your preferred home away from home, with all of London's highlights right on your doorstep.

Duration

4 Night Stay

Meal Plan

Room Only

Day Tour

Vintage Double-Decker Afternoon Tour and Cruise

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Half Day Classic Rock and Beatles Sites

On the afternoon tour, join us at famous gig sites, rock hotels, record labels, management offices and studios. Paul McCartney still lives near the famous Abbey Road recording studios with its infamous Zebra crossing which we'll walk across. We'll see where legendary Jimi Hendrix lived and died, the headquarters of Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stones sites and the place where Freddie Mercury and Queen hung out inspiring Bohemian Rhapsody. Then there is Eric Clapton, Pink Floyd, Bowie, Sex Pistols, Bob Marley and Elton John, all personalised for you in a small group minivan tour.

Day Tour

Classic Rock and Beatles Sites

Day Tour

Classic Rock and Beatles Sites

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Full Day Magic of London Tour with Cream Tea at Harrods

The morning part of the tour begins with a visit to St Paul’s Cathedral where you enter as their doors open. You will explore the masterpiece designed by Wren in 1673 with a professional guide, taking time to listen to the 1695 organ that Mendelssohn once played and visit the tombs of Nelson and Wellington. On Sundays when there is restricted viewing at the Cathedral there will be an opportunity to enter and enjoy one of the services. Next, a photo stop outside Westminster Abbey before you head to the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Buckingham Palace is the official Royal residence of His Majesty the King. Watch the world famous changing of the Guard ceremony as the Queen's soldiers, dressed in their fabulous tunics and busbies march to military music. Free time will be given for lunch and our guide will be happy to recommend places to eat. Arriving at the Tower of London built in 1066 by William the Conqueror, your guide will regale you with fascinating insights into the history of this Royal Palace and fortress. Ample time will be given to view the Crown Jewels and the White Tower and to wander around this imposing fortress. Take your seat for a 40 minute River Thames cruise. Enjoy spectacular views as you glide down the Thames. The river offers the best perspective of a number of top attractions and sights; view The Houses of Parliament, The London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe, St Pauls, The Shard and The Tower of London and Tower Bridge from the comfort of your seat. The Harrods Tea Rooms’ quintessentially English cream tea stands amongst London’s finest, and when enjoyed in such regal surroundings, is an experience to be savoured, remembered and repeated. Home-baked English scones served with clotted cream and Harrods exclusive preserves and this is accompanied by a glass of Prosecco and your choice of tea from Harrods own tea gardens. Tour ends at Harrods department store in Knightsbridge.

Day Tour

The Magic of London Tour with Cream Tea at Harrods

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Half Day Stonehenge Tour

The most famous prehistoric monument in the world, and now a world heritage site, Stonehenge stands alone in the vast empty tract of Salisbury plain. Its origins date back nearly 5,000 years and it has been home to pagan religion and spiritual worship, not to be mention public debate ever since.

Day Tour

Stonehenge Direct Half Day Afternoon Tour

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London to Edinburgh & Edinburgh Hop on and Hop Off Bus Tour

Join us on an hour long 7-language tour introducing the best sights in Edinburgh. Edinburgh is a wonderful city from sights to shopping and culture to City Sightseeing! Buy your 24 hour ticket and then you can enjoy the freedom to "hop on and hop off" until the same time the following day. The Edinburgh Tour will operate the following route: Waverley Bridge, Princes Street, Lothian Road, Bread Street, West Port, Grassmarket, Victoria Street, George IV Bridge, Chambers Street, South Bridge, High Street, Canongate, Horse Wynd, Queens Drive, Holyrood Gait, Our Dynamic Earth turning circle, Holyrood Gait, Queens Drive, Horse Wynd, Abbeyhill, Abbeymount, Regent Road, Waterloo Place, Princes Street, South St David Street, George Street, Hanover Street, Queen Street Gardens East, Heriot Row, Queen Street Gardens West, Frederick Street, George Street, Hanover Street, The Mound, Market Street, Waverley Bridge. Join the tour at Waverley Bridge, Lothian Road, Grassmarket, Royal Mile, Princes Street, or Princes Mall.

Transfer

London - Kensington to Kings Cross Railway Station

Transfer

Edinburgh Waverley Railway Stn to Edinburgh - City Centre

Your Accommodation

Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh

Be a guest and relax in their stylish city-center Edinburgh hotel. You’ll find the hotel on Jeffrey Street in the city’s Old Town, close to Waverley Train Station. They are a short stroll away from the capital’s landmarks including Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Park and many other local hotspots.

Duration

4 Night Stay

Meal Plan

Full Breakfast

Day Tour

Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off 24 Hr Bus Tour

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Half Day Secrets of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle Walking Tour & Johnnie Walker Journey of Flavour

The beautiful city is waiting for you... The best way to explore Edinburgh is to follow your feet. Where the buses can't take you, and the guide books don't show you is where the real stories can be found - the closes, wynds, courtyards and homes of Old Edinburgh. This walking tour will paint a vivid picture of the colourful past and people - see the secrets and tell the tales - the culture, crime and politics of Scotland's capital. This is an experience shared by Mercat historians. Your experience of the medieval city is then completed with a visit to Edinburgh Castle. The Castle dominates Scotland's capital city from its great rock. Its story has helped shape the nation's story. Battles and sieges were fought over it, royalty lived and died within its walls, and countless generations have been and inspired by it. Visit the Castle and let your Mercat guide reveal its remarkable history.

Day Tour

Secrets of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle - Walking Tour

Day Tour

Johnnie Walker Journey of Flavour

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Full Day Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Scottish Highlands Tour

You leave the cobbled streets of Edinburgh and travel past Linlithgow Palace and Stirling Castle. This region is soaked in history, so sit back and relax as your driver-guide entertains you with the tales of Mary Queen of Scots, William Wallace, and Scottish folklore. If you keep a look out, you can catch a glimpse of the Kelpies. These 30-metre tall horse head sculptures need to be seen to be believed. Your driver-guide takes you to their favourite stop within the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park where you can grab coffee and enjoy the views. After this stop, it’s time to get your camera ready. Because as you travel north into the Highlands, the landscapes suddenly become more provocative. Shimmering lochs, rugged mountains, forest filled glens: it’s all so beautiful that it’s easy to forget these were once battlegrounds for fiercely territorial Highland clans. You stop in Glencoe, one of the most famous natural landmarks in all of Scotland. This beautiful area boasts steep slopes and photogenic peaks. Your driver-guide may reveal to you the tragic tale that’s haunted this valley for over 300 years. You then enter the glacial valley known as the Great Glen and pass under the shadow of Ben Nevis, Britain’s tallest mountain. After this visual feast of mighty inclines, you arrive in Fort Augustus on the banks of Loch Ness. At 23 miles long and over 700ft deep, Loch Ness is the largest loch by volume in Scotland. You have around one hour and a half here. You can search for the infamous monster on a relaxing boat cruise (subject to weather conditions), wander around the shores of the loch at your own pace, and grab a bite to eat. Your journey south is packed full of classic Highland scenery. You travel through the curvy Cairngorms National Park, along Loch Laggan, and past Blair Castle. Amongst the tall trees of Perthshire, you have a final refreshment break before journeying alongside the UNESCO Forth Rail Bridge and back into Edinburgh.

Day Tour

Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands Small Group Tour

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Private Half-Day Edinburgh Tour with Lunch

Edinburgh is an incredibly historic city, and you will have an exciting and unique experience while in town. Appreciating that you may be short on time to see and do everything Edinburgh has to offer, this Mini Mack adventure visits a host of notable UNESCO sites and hidden gems while you snap away on your cameras and phones. Led by one of two local brothers, Rowan and Andy Mackie, you will have the opportunity to see and do more than what is listed in guide books. While Rowan and Andy may not be licensed historians, their local knowledge of Edinburgh and inside scoops on what's fun and interesting to do in the city is second-to-none, making for the perfect day out. After discovering a range of Edinburgh's top highlights including Calton Hill and Arthurs Seat - among many others - you will then settle in for a tasty meal in a charming local pub that features fresh, locally-sourced cuisine before being returned to your hotel. The perfect half-day sightseeing experience in Edinburgh, an additional treat is that your transportation between sites is in a well-maintained and comfortable Mini Cooper.

Day Tour

Half-Day Edinburgh Tour with Lunch

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Depart from Edinburgh

Transfer

Edinburgh - City Centre to Edinburgh Airport

What to Expect

Explore what moves you.

St. Paul's Cathedral, London

Edinburgh

The Palace of Westminster, London

Stonehenge

Know when to go.

Place

Conditions

Daily max temperatureMonthly rainfall

City 659Partly Cloudy

24°C / 75°F

50mm / 2.0"

City 3540Occasional Showers

30°C / 86°F

50mm / 2.0"

Weather data is based on monthly averages.

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Ainslee Hansen

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A traditional British high tea is a must do in my option. If traditional isnt your cup of tea there are a seemingly endless amount of themed teas including but not limited to Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, Bridgerton and Wizard themed.

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Ainslee Hansen

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I love the history of England. There is so much to see and experience not only in regards to history but art and architecture, natural beauty and so much more. It is a very easy country to get around and also very easy to use it as a jumping off point for visiting the rest of Europe.

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Allan Birkett

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Late spring to early fall for the best chance of nice weather or during Christmas. London is magical at Christmas time.

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The English are actually proud of their cuisine (mostly stereotyped as bland). Afternoon Tea, A full English Breakfast, a Chippy Stand, traditional Sunday roast - all must tries!

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Beyond the Highlights: London & Edinburgh

Trip Features

Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

Arrive in London

Half Day Classic Rock and Beatles Sites

Full Day Magic of London Tour with Cream Tea at Harrods

Half Day Stonehenge Tour

London to Edinburgh & Edinburgh Hop on and Hop Off Bus Tour

Half Day Secrets of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle Walking Tour & Johnnie Walker Journey of Flavour

Full Day Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Scottish Highlands Tour

Private Half-Day Edinburgh Tour with Lunch

Depart from Edinburgh

Detailed Itinerary

Arrive in London

Half Day Classic Rock and Beatles Sites

Full Day Magic of London Tour with Cream Tea at Harrods

Half Day Stonehenge Tour

London to Edinburgh & Edinburgh Hop on and Hop Off Bus Tour

Half Day Secrets of Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle Walking Tour & Johnnie Walker Journey of Flavour

Full Day Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Scottish Highlands Tour

Private Half-Day Edinburgh Tour with Lunch

Depart from Edinburgh

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What to Expect

Explore what moves you.

Most Popular Time to Travel

Know when to go.

Our Commitment

Why Travel with Goway?

What do the experts say?

Ainslee Hansen

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Allan Birkett

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