8-Day Rail Tour of Edinburgh and Glasgow, Scotland

8 days • Free CancellationMin 2 participantsMeet on location or pickupInstant confirmationGuided • Operated by European Voyages

Why we love it?

The Best of Scotland: 8 Days Rail Tour offers travelers an immersive experience through the historic landscapes and vibrant cities of Scotland, primarily focusing on Edinburgh and Glasgow. This tour is well-suited for those who appreciate scenic train journeys and wish to explore Scotland's rich cultural heritage, making it ideal for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Distinctive features include the opportunity to stay in comfortable 3-star accommodations while enjoying guided tours and local insights, allowing participants to delve deeply into the traditions and stories that shape Scottish identity.
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Inclusions

  • Cost Per Person in Twin /  Double / Triple rooms based on 3 Star Hotel

Exclusions

  • 1) 3 Euro tip per person per day.
  • 2) No Porterage included.
  • 3) Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure. The tour price is subject to increase without notice if this rate changes substantially prior to the departure of your tour.
  • 4) Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menu provided by us pay TV, mini-bar, telephone calls, etc.
  • 5) All Meals.
  • 6) Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides other than that mentioned in “Tour Cost Includes”.
  • 7) Airfare & airport tax.
  • 8) Visa Fees.
  • 9) Travel insurance.

Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Home Destination - Edinburgh.

  • Upon arrival in Edinburgh the Capital of Scotland since the 15th Century, you will be transferred to your hotel by Private vehicle. The day is free to explore the city on your own. 

    Overnight in Edinburgh.

Day 2

  • After breakfast enjoy the Hop on Hop off Tour of Edinburgh. Marvel at the impenetrable Castle Rock and hear about the attempts to capture Edinburgh Castle, see the Royal Mile which joins Edinburgh. 

    Overnight in Edinburgh.

Day 3

Day 3: Edinburgh - Glasgow.

  • After breakfast, proceed on own to Edinburgh station to board your train for Glasgow. Upon arrival check into the hotel on your own. Today arm yourself with a Hop on Hop off tour of and see the excellent museums, art galleries and beautiful parks. 

    Overnight in Glasgow.

Day 4

  • After breakfast, the rest of day is free to explore the city of Glasgow on your own. 

    Overnight in Glasgow.

Day 5

Day 5: Glasgow - Inverness.

  • After breakfast, proceed on own to Glasgow station to board your train for Inverness. Upon arrival check into the hotel on your own. Rest of the Day is free for Leisure.

    Overnight in Inverness.

Day 6

  • After breakfast, See the best of Inverness, the capital of the Scottish Highlands, on a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour! Sightsee at your own pace aboard an open-top, double-decker bus, as well as a boat route on Loch Ness. 

    You can hop on and off as many times as you like at any of the 12 stops to see top attractions of Inverness, including Abertarff House, Caledonian Canal, Merkinch Nature Reserve and Inverness Castle.

    Overnight in Inverness.

Day 7

Day 7: Inverness - Edinburgh.

  • After breakfast, proceed on own to Inverness station to board your train for Edinburgh. Upon arrival check into the hotel on your own. Rest of the Day is free for Leisure. 

    Overnight in Edinburgh.

Day 8

  • After Breakfast at the hotel check out and you will be transferred to Edinburgh airport by private transfer to proceed onward to the next destination. 

Please Note

  • Contract: The Terms and Conditions will form the contract between European Voyages and the person making/paying for the booking. No contract exists until European Voyages has received payment and issued its confirmation invoice. Rates are subject to currency fluctuation and Government taxes and may be changed without notice. Rates are guaranteed upon acceptance of full payment.
  • Travel Insurance: We highly recommend the purchase of a Travel Insurance protection plan.
  • Cancellations/Refunds/Change: Notice of cancellation must be made by e-mail directly to the Company.
  • Changes by the Company: On occasion it may be necessary to amend certain arrangements of your holiday, which we reserve the right to do at any time. If a major change occurs we will inform you as soon as possible. Major change is one that involves a change in location or offering a lower category hotel. In these instances we will offer an alternative subject to your acceptance and if the hotel originally booked is of a superior category and is substituted with a standard category, we will issue a refund to you Upon acceptance of the change no further claims for compensation or additional expenses will be accepted. In no case we will pay compensation or accept liability if change is due to force majeure; risk/threat of war; industrial disputes; riot; civil strife; terrorist activity; natural/nuclear disasters; fire or adverse weather conditions; technical problems to transport; closure or congestion of airports or ports; cancellations or changes of scheduled airlines and similar events beyond our control.m
  • Travel Documents/Proof of Citizenship: It is your responsibility to be in possession of a valid machine readable passport and/or visa if required.
  • Descriptions: European Voyages strives to ensure accuracy of descriptions and information, however we are not able to control all holiday components and advertised facilities may be withdrawn or changed. We cannot accept liability for loss of an advertised facility or withdrawal of free or discounted offers. Such offers are add value and are non-refundable if not provided or used. Prices specified herein do not reflect Value Added offers unless noted otherwise.
  • Responsibility and Limitations of Liability: European Voyages as the operator, is solely responsible for selecting the suppliers that provide the component parts (e.g. hotel accommodations, transfers, and car rental firms) for the vacations described on this website. These suppliers are independent contractors. European Voyages does not own, control, operate, nor is it an agent for any suppliers furnishing tour component parts, and therefore in the absence of its negligence, European Voyages cannot be held liable for loss or damage to property or injury to person, caused by reason of any act or omission, intentional negligence or otherwise by such third party supplier. European Voyages makes no implied or expressed warranties in the offering of any tour described on this website. European Voyages reserves the right to cancel or alter any itinerary at its sole discretion. The information and rates are accurate at the time of posting and are subject to change without notice.
  • By making final payment for any of the vacations, customer acknowledges and agrees to all of the terms and conditions, in particular, to the limitations of liability set forth above.
  • Misadventure: Should you or any member of your party suffer illness, personal injury or death through any misadventure arising out of an activity which does not form part of your holiday arrangements, we shall offer assistance such as we are able. Such assistance shall take the form of guidance and advice only without accepting any liability whatsoever.
  • Hotel Accommodation: European Voyages reserves the right to substitute alternative hotels to those featured, provided they are of comparable category or better. All properties are contracted on a 'Run of House' basis, which means you have a standard room from any part of the property unless otherwise advertised. Special accommodation requests, such as adjoining rooms, or twin beds are subject to the hotel availability and cannot be guaranteed. We cannot accept any booking that is conditional upon special requests being met

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 4 days before start

Non-refundable after 4 days before start

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