Edinburgh, York, and London

Railbookers runs this seven-day, six-night independent rail package that carries travelers by train between Edinburgh, York and London. The trip begins in Edinburgh, where travelers explore the hilly Scottish capital's medieval Old Town. From there, the train ride to York passes through the English countryside, and in York travelers can walk along the old city walls of the historic center. The final stop is London, where the trip takes in the city's landmarks and winding, older streets. Because this is an independent package rather than an escorted tour, travelers move between the three cities and manage their own time in each without a group leader. This suits independent travelers who want to see three of Great Britain's historic cities connected by train, priced from 2,149 US dollars.