
Edinburgh - The Royal City rail tour from London with Overnight Stay
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Is Edinburgh - The Royal City rail tour from London with Overnight Stay worth booking?
Edinburgh - The Royal City rail tour from London with Overnight Stay is a 48-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $687 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 48 hours
- From
- $687 per person
Scotland's capital is a veritable treasure trove of history. Visit historic castles and palaces, roam the higgledy-piggledy medieval streets of the Old Town, or admire the Georgian splendour of the New Town. Uncover the
What you get
About this experience
Scotland's capital is a veritable treasure trove of history. Visit historic castles and palaces, roam the higgledy-piggledy medieval streets of the Old Town, or admire the Georgian splendour of the New Town. Uncover the unique character of the city on a fantastic day trip from London to Edinburgh. - Return rail journey in Standard or First class with reserved seats - Free Wi-Fi onboard the train - Entrance to Edinburgh Castle - Hop-on hop-off bus tour of Edinburgh - One night's stay in a central 3* hotel, including breakfast - Information Pack
What's included
Included
- Hop on Hop off tour of Edinburgh
- Entrance to Edinburgh Castle
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Return train journey with reserved seats
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Guide
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Train departs London Kings Cross station. Please do not wait to meet our staff at the train station as we do not conduct in-person departures. This tour is unescorted.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Train departs London Kings Cross station. Please do not wait to meet our staff at the train station as we do not conduct in-person departures. This tour is unescorted.
Options you can book
Summer - Adult and Child
Standard Class Adult + Child
Tattoo - Adult Only
Standard Class
Winter - First C Adult Only
First class rail
Summer-First C. Adult Only
First Class
Summer - Adult Only
Standard Class Adult Only
Winter-First C Adult & child
First class with a child
Summer - First C Adult & Child
First Class on rail
Winter - Adult & Child
Standard Class
Winter - Adult Only
Standard Class Adult
Tattoo- Adult Only
First Class
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 2 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Evan Evans Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note this is an unescorted tour
- Outbound Day 1: Train departs London Kings Cross: 07:00 / train arrives in Edinburgh: 11:20 (11:28 on Saturdays)
- Return Day 2: Train departs Edinburgh: 17:30 / train arrives at London Kings Cross: 22:09
- 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 the station 30 minutes before your scheduled train departure time
- Overnight accommodation: Prices stated are per person based on two people sharing a twin/double room (Single travellers pay single occupancy rate)
- Child age: 3-11 yrs. inclusive
- We will make every effort to fulfil any requests you have for seating on the train however this cannot be guaranteed
- Please do not wait to meet our staff at the train station as we do not conduct in-person departures
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Edinburgh - The Royal City rail tour from London with Overnight Stay. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing journey we wish we could have stayed longer
Edinburgh is absolutely beautiful the booking places were perfect, even the train ride was enjoyable. My wife and I went to the Edinburgh castle the motel was nice with a great breakfast The only thing is I wish we would have gotten a little more information before the journey. Rick Christine
Response from the operator: Dear Richard_S, Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent trip to Edinburgh with Evan Evans Tours. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed Edinburgh, the castle visit, the accommodations, and even the train ride. It’s wonderful to know that the motel and breakfast met your expectations. We appreciate your suggestion about providing more information prior to the journey, and we will take this into consideration to improve our guests’ experience. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us enhance our tours. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts, and we hope to welcome you on another tour with us in the future. Kind regards, Evan Evans Tours
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Good to know
- Duration
- 48 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $687 to $1209
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
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Edinburgh - The Royal City rail tour from London with Overnight Stay: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Edinburgh - The Royal City rail tour from London with Overnight Stay cost?
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Prices start at $687 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Edinburgh - The Royal City rail tour from London with Overnight Stay take?
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Plan for about 48 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is Edinburgh - The Royal City rail tour from London with Overnight Stay worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Edinburgh - The Royal City rail tour from London with Overnight Stay?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Edinburgh - The Royal City rail tour from London with Overnight Stay suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 48-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Edinburgh - The Royal City rail tour from London with Overnight Stay?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 48-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Edinburgh - The Royal City rail tour from London with Overnight Stay start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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