Edinburgh, The Highlands and Loch Ness Tour from London by Train - 3 Days

This tour package has everything you need for a short Scotland tour from London.

Your tour features return standard-class train travel from London to Edinburgh with reserved seats, two nights’ hotel accommodation in central Edinburgh with breakfast each morning (days 2 & 3).

Also included are admission to Edinburgh Castle with an audio guide, a full-day Loch Ness and the Highlands tour led by a local guide, an Edinburgh hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour and a customised itinerary containing all the information you need for your trip.

Yes. This carefully planned 3-day Scotland tour from London combines Edinburgh’s must-see attractions with a full-day journey through the Scottish Highlands to Loch Ness.

You’ll have time to explore the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, enjoy a full day discovering Loch Ness, Glen Coe and the Highlands, then see more of Edinburgh on a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour and enjoy some free time before returning to London.

The London to Edinburgh train journey takes just under 4.5 hours and is an enjoyable part of the experience.

Travelling north from London King’s Cross, you’ll pass through the English countryside and historic cities including York, Durham and Newcastle before following the scenic Northumberland coast towards Berwick-upon-Tweed.

After crossing the Scottish border, the train continues through East Lothian before arriving in the heart of Edinburgh.

This carefully planned semi-independent tour combines the freedom of independent travel with the convenience of pre-arranged accommodation and guided sightseeing. It's an ideal way to make the most of your time in Scotland while enjoying a relaxed and varied itinerary.

All rail journeys are independent, with reserved seats arranged for you. We'll email your rail tickets and a comprehensive personalised itinerary before departure, so you'll have all the information you need at your fingertips.

You'll stay in comfortable 3-star hotels in Edinburgh and Inverness, conveniently located for railway stations, sightseeing and tour departure points. A buffet breakfast is included each morning, except on day one.

Your included sightseeing tours are led by experienced driver-guides who will bring Scotland's history, landscapes and legends to life with an entertaining commentary in English.

If you have any questions before or during your trip, our team is available to help.

Please contact us before booking if you have walking or mobility difficulties so we can advise whether this tour is suitable for you.

This full-day guided tour takes you deep into the Scottish Highlands to discover some of Scotland’s most spectacular scenery.

Travel north from Edinburgh, passing Stirling before journeying through Rob Roy Country, the wilderness of Rannoch Moor and dramatic Glen Coe.

At Loch Ness, there’s time to enjoy a stroll along the banks or take an optional monster-spotting cruise across the loch.

The return journey takes you through the magnificent Cairngorms National Park and Grampian Mountains, with a refreshment stop in the attractive Highland town of Pitlochry before returning to Edinburgh in the early evening.

No. This is a semi-independent tour, giving you the best of both worlds: the freedom to travel and explore independently, combined with expertly guided sightseeing tours.

You'll travel independently by train between destinations, while experienced driver-guides host your included coach tours. This gives you plenty of opportunity to enjoy Scotland at your own pace while still benefiting from organised visits to many of the highlights.

Before departure, you'll receive a personalised itinerary explaining your travel, accommodation and sightseeing arrangements. Should you need assistance during your trip, a tour expert is available by WhatsApp, phone or email.

It's an excellent choice for independent travellers who appreciate having the important arrangements taken care of while still enjoying the freedom to explore.

We recommend allowing around 2 to 3 hours to explore Edinburgh Castle comfortably.

There’s plenty to discover, including the magnificent Scottish Crown Jewels, the Royal Apartments, Mons Meg (an ancient siege gun) and St Margaret’s Chapel. You can also enjoy spectacular views across Edinburgh from the castle battlements.

Your tour package includes admission to Edinburgh Castle and an audio guide.

We carefully select your hotels for both comfort and convenience. Your accommodation in Edinburgh and Inverness is centrally located, within easy walking distance of the railway station and well positioned for sightseeing and joining your included tours.

Your personalised itinerary will include clear directions to your hotel, together with the information you need for check-in and your onward arrangements.

With the main travel arrangements organised in advance, you can spend less time worrying about logistics and more time enjoying your visit to Scotland.