England and Scotland

Pair London’s landmarks and museums with Edinburgh’s historic streets. Longer stays add York and an introduction to the Scottish Highlands.

Best suited to: History lovers, families, couples, and first time Europe travelers.


5 days: London 4 nights.

7 days: London 3 nights and Edinburgh 3 nights.

10 days: London 3 nights, York 2 nights, Edinburgh 4 nights.

Day 5 days • 4 nights 7 days • 6 nights 10 days • 9 nights
1 Arrive London; take a relaxed neighborhood walk. Arrive London; enjoy a relaxed evening. Arrive London; enjoy a neighborhood walk.
2 See Westminster and Buckingham Palace from outside. See Westminster and visit the Tower of London. See Westminster and visit the Tower of London.
3 Visit the Tower of London and Tower Bridge. Explore a museum and attend a West End show. Visit a museum and attend a West End show.
4 Visit a museum and enjoy a West End show. Take the train to Edinburgh; explore the Old Town. Take the train to York; walk the city walls.
5 Depart London. Visit Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. Visit York Minster and the Shambles.
6 Explore Holyrood and enjoy a local food tour. Take the train to Edinburgh; explore the Old Town.
7 Depart Edinburgh. Visit Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile.
8 Explore Lagos and coastal viewpoints.
9 Explore Holyrood or enjoy a relaxed city day.
10 Depart Edinburgh.

Planning note for the team: Travel between cities by train. The Highlands day trip is a long excursion from Edinburgh; choose a closer scenic outing for a gentler pace.