Edinburgh, The Royal City

Full Day Rail Tour - Explore the beautiful Scottish capital city with our unescorted day trip from London to Edinburgh. Visit impressive Edinburgh Castle, wander the alleyways of the medieval Old Town and the elegant Georgian New Town and try some traditional haggis, shortbread or whiskey.


Highlights

  • Round-trip train tickets from London to Edinburgh with reserved seats
  • Sightseeing open-top tour of Edinburgh
  • Entrance to Edinburgh Castle
  • Information Pack and City Map
  • Discount Tickets - Save 10% booking online



Full Description

London to Edinburgh

Experience the magic of Edinburgh in one day, where history greets you at every turn. Wander through the city's famed Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and uncover its many secrets. From underground vaults and hidden passageways to relics of ancient architecture, history lovers (and Harry Potter fans) will love Edinburgh!

Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour and Castle

You'll jump straight onto the open air sightseeing tour bus taking you into the heart of the city and to the wonderful must-see sites of this historic city.

Discover over 1,000 years of history with a visit to Edinburgh Castle, perched high on a 700 million year old extinct volcano. Stroll along the cobbled streets and take a walk up Calton Hill for spectacular views over the city, of Salisbury Crags and Arthur's Seat.

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.




What's Included?

  • Entrance to Edinburgh Castle and tickets for the Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus are included in the tour price.


Additional Information

Evan Evans Tours

This tour is booked through Evan Evans Tours.

Days of operation:

Daily
Tour Starts: 6.30am Kings Cross Station
Tour Finishes: 10.20pm Kings Cross Station

Outbound: 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 would recommend getting to Kings Cross Station 30 minutes before your scheduled train departure time.

Edinburgh Train Times:

Outbound: Train departs London Kings Cross 07:00, arrives Edinburgh 11:20.
Return: Train departs Edinburgh 17:30, arrives London Kings Cross 22:09.

Return: We recommend to arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station no later than 16:50.

Please note this is an unescorted tour. Child age: 5-15 years inclusive.



Cancellation Policy

A full refund or date change will be offered up to 7 days before travel. Cancellations inside 7 days will be charged at 100%. Please contact the Evan Evans Reservations Team on UK +44 (0)20 7932 8385.


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