Trip vs trip
London to Edinburgh Explorer Tour vs Scotland’s West Coast by Rail
Two ways to do a similar journey. Every number below is from the operators' own published details, verified on the dates shown on each trip page.
| London to Edinburgh Explorer Tour Authentic Europe | Scotland’s West Coast by Rail adeo Travel | |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 8 days | 10 days |
| From price | $1,425 | $2,931 |
| Price per day | $178 | $293 |
| Rail share | 38% | 50% |
| Pace | relaxed | relaxed |
| Comfort | classic | |
| Guiding | Self-guided | Self-guided independent rail tour; local guides accompany the included small-group day excursions |
| Countries | England, Scotland | Scotland |
| Nights on board | no | no |
Which one, honestly
- For value: London to Edinburgh Explorer Tour costs the least per day here: $178 against $293 (Scotland’s West Coast by Rail).
- For time on the train: Scotland’s West Coast by Rail spends the most of the trip on rails: 50% rail share, against 38% (London to Edinburgh Explorer Tour).
- For support level: London to Edinburgh Explorer Tour and Scotland’s West Coast by Rail are escorted; London to Edinburgh Explorer Tour and Scotland’s West Coast by Rail run independently, so you set the daily plan.
London to Edinburgh Explorer Tour: worth knowing
- The evidence pack does not list current departure dates; confirm scheduling directly with Authentic Europe.
- Hotels are not named in the evidence, only described as standard rooms with private shower or bath and breakfast included.
Scotland’s West Coast by Rail: worth knowing
- All five hotels are listed as "(or similar)".
- The BritRail Spirit of Scotland Pass covers 8 travel days within a 15-day window, does not cover the Glasgow Subway, and taxis from stations to hotels are excluded except on Skye.
- Day 10's return to your home nation is described as a flight from Edinburgh Airport, not a rail journey.