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Three Cities at Your Pace

Explore London, York and Edinburgh, with comfortable trains and time in each city.

  1. 1London
  2. 2York
  3. 3Edinburgh

From, per person~US$3,030

Designed by @snuck Shaped around your dates No payment to ask

Best May to Jul and Sep

By @snuckUpdated 11 November 2026

Spend three nights in London, two in York and three in Edinburgh, with time to get to know each city. Reserved first-class train seats and private rides to and from stations make travel easier, while local guides share the stories behind the streets.

Length
8 nights
Route
London, York, Edinburgh
Best time
May to Jul and Sep
Ideal for
Couples and friends exploring England and Scotland together

Why you'll love it

  1. Three different cities, with just two hotel changes
  2. Reserved first-class train seats between cities
  3. Private guides in London, York and Edinburgh
  4. York Minster and time beside the city walls
  5. Edinburgh Castle and a Scottish tasting dinner

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Settle Into London

    Meet your driver at Heathrow and head to your central hotel. Rest for the day or take a short walk nearby if you feel ready.

    • Stay: 4-star boutique hotel in Bloomsbury
    • Getting there: Private Heathrow transfer, approximately 60–90 minutes

  2. Day 2

    London With a Local Guide

    Explore Westminster and St James's with a private guide, stopping for breaks whenever you like. After lunch, visit the National Gallery for a while or return to your hotel.

    • Stay: 4-star boutique hotel in Bloomsbury
    • Getting there: Private local transfers, approximately 20–40 minutes each way; guided walking

  3. Day 3

    The Tower and Thames

    Visit the Tower of London at your booked entry time, then join a shared sightseeing cruise towards Westminster. Keep the late afternoon and evening free for shopping or dinner wherever you choose.

    • Stay: 4-star boutique hotel in Bloomsbury
    • Getting there: Private local transfers, approximately 20–45 minutes each way; river cruise approximately 35–45 minutes

  4. Day 4

    Take the Train to York

    Head to King's Cross for your train to York, with first-class seats reserved. Check into your hotel for two nights, then take an easy walk beside the River Ouse.

    • Stay: 4-star characterful hotel within York's city walls
    • Getting there: Train, approximately 2 hours; private station transfers approximately 15–35 minutes at each end

  5. Day 5

    York's Streets and Minster

    Walk through the old lanes with a private guide before visiting York Minster. Spend the afternoon as you like, with the option to walk along an accessible section of the city walls.

    • Stay: 4-star characterful hotel within York's city walls

  6. Day 6

    Take the Train to Edinburgh

    Catch a late-morning first-class train north and watch the scenery change as you approach Scotland. Meet your driver at Edinburgh Waverley, then enjoy an easy afternoon walk in New Town.

    • Stay: 4-star boutique hotel in Edinburgh New Town
    • Getting there: Train, approximately 2 hours 30 minutes; private station transfers approximately 10–25 minutes at each end

  7. Day 7

    Edinburgh Castle and Old Town

    Visit Edinburgh Castle at your booked entry time, then walk a short stretch of the Royal Mile with a private guide. Keep the afternoon free for a café, a look around on your own or a rest.

    • Stay: 4-star boutique hotel in Edinburgh New Town
    • Getting there: Private local transfers, approximately 15–30 minutes each way; guided walking on slopes and cobbles

  8. Day 8

    Walks and a Scottish Dinner

    Spend a free morning around Stockbridge and the Water of Leith, walking as far as you feel comfortable. In the evening, enjoy a reserved Scottish tasting dinner, with changes for your food needs requested ahead.

    • Stay: 4-star boutique hotel in Edinburgh New Town
    • Getting there: Private dinner transfers, approximately 15–30 minutes each way

  9. Day 9

    Fly Home From Edinburgh

    Have breakfast before your private ride to Edinburgh Airport. Book your international flights into London and home from Edinburgh to avoid travelling south again.

    • Getting there: Private airport transfer, approximately 30–45 minutes

Where you'll stay

  1. 3 nights · days 1 to 34-star boutique hotel in Bloomsbury
  2. 2 nights · days 4 to 54-star characterful hotel within York's city walls
  3. 3 nights · days 6 to 84-star boutique hotel in Edinburgh New Town

When to go

  1. Jan
  2. Feb
  3. Mar
  4. Apr
  5. Maygood time to go
  6. Jungood time to go
  7. Julgood time to go
  8. Aug
  9. Sepgood time to go
  10. Oct
  11. Nov
  12. Dec

Best from May to Jul and Sep. Other months work too; we'll tell you what to expect for your dates.

Included

  • Eight nights in 4-star boutique hotels or hotels with character
  • Daily breakfast
  • Private rides to and from airports and railway stations
  • First-class train tickets from London to York to Edinburgh
  • Private local rides on planned sightseeing days
  • Private guides for half a day in each city
  • Entry to the Tower of London, York Minster and Edinburgh Castle
  • Shared Thames sightseeing cruise
  • One Scottish tasting dinner, excluding drinks

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Meals other than those listed
  • Drinks, shopping and tips
  • Optional activities and transport during free time
  • Indian GST and TCS, where applicable
  • Early check-in and late checkout

Good to know

  • Estimated starting price is per person, with two people sharing a room, in May or September; festival dates cost more.
  • Train times are approximate; final timings and reserved seats are confirmed when booking.
  • Old streets have cobbles, steps and slopes; share any mobility needs before choosing hotels.

Before you go to United Kingdom

Capital:
London
Language:
English
Currency:
GBP

Questions

How many days is the Three Cities at Your Pace trip?

8 nights and 9 days: London, York, Edinburgh.

How much does it cost?

From ₹2,85,000 per person, twin sharing, without international flights. We confirm the price for your dates.

When is the best time to go?

May to Jul and Sep.

What is included?

Eight nights in 4-star boutique hotels or hotels with character, Daily breakfast, Private rides to and from airports and railway stations, First-class train tickets from London to York to Edinburgh, Private local rides on planned sightseeing days, Private guides for half a day in each city, Entry to the Tower of London, York Minster and Edinburgh Castle, Shared Thames sightseeing cruise, One Scottish tasting dinner, excluding drinks.

What is not included?

International flights, Visa fees and travel insurance, Meals other than those listed, Drinks, shopping and tips, Optional activities and transport during free time, Indian GST and TCS, where applicable, Early check-in and late checkout.

Can the trip be changed?

Yes. A trip designer shapes the pace, stays and length with you before you book.

Make it yours.

Change the pace, the stays or the length. A trip designer shapes it with you, and we confirm the price for your dates.

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