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Paris, London, and Edinburgh

Seven-day rail trip linking Paris, London, and Edinburgh

Illustration of Paris, London, and Edinburgh

Railbookers operates this seven-day, six-night rail vacation that starts in Paris and finishes in Edinburgh, with two nights in each of three cities along the way. The days lean toward independent sightseeing: the itinerary suggests a stroll along the Seine and a visit to the Louvre in Paris, then hands travelers a full-day guided coach tour in London on day 4, taking in Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and the Tower of London. From London, a train from Kings Cross Station crosses the countryside north to Edinburgh in about four and a half hours, arriving in time to explore the city's Old Town and natural surroundings. In Edinburgh, the included Royal Yacht Britannia tour is paired with a choice between a walk up Arthur's Seat or a visit to Edinburgh Castle. The trip suits travelers who want an easy, self-paced introduction to rail travel between three well-known cities, with just one guided day built in.

What to know before you look closer

  • The itinerary mentions optional activities such as a walk up Arthur's Seat or a visit to Edinburgh Castle on day 6, and browsing museums or a Seine cruise in Paris, but only the items on the included list, rail travel, hotel breakfasts, the Moulin Rouge show, the London sightseeing tour, and the Royal Yacht Britannia tour, are confirmed as part of the package price.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Paris

    Your Journey Begins in Paris

    Welcome to Paris! Upon arrival, check into your hotel for a two-night stay. Maybe stroll the banks of the River Seine, then treat yourself to steak frites at an authentic Parisian bistro.

  2. Day 2overnight: Paris

    Paris

    Wander along the Champs Elysees, visit museums such as the Louvre, take a boat cruise along the Seine, then enjoy an evening at Le Moulin Rouge cabaret.

  3. Day 3railovernight: London

    Paris to London

    Take the Eurostar from Paris to London today, and make it on time to enjoy a full day in the city, including the South Bank and the London Eye.

  4. Day 4overnight: London

    London

    A sight-packed, full-day guided tour by air-conditioned coach, seeing Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, and the Tower of London.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Edinburgh

    London to Edinburgh

    All aboard the train to Edinburgh from London's Kings Cross Station. Travel through countryside north, arriving in Edinburgh about four and a half hours later.

  6. Day 6overnight: Edinburgh

    Edinburgh

    Explore Edinburgh starting with the Royal Yacht Britannia, then a scenic walk up to Arthur's Seat or a visit to Edinburgh Castle.

  7. Day 7

    Your Journey Ends in Edinburgh

    After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and continue with your travels.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 3The Eurostar carries travelers from Paris to London, with time left in the day for the South Bank and the London Eye.
  • Day 4A full-day guided coach tour of London takes in Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, and the Tower of London.
  • Day 5The train from London's Kings Cross Station crosses the countryside north to Edinburgh, a journey of about four and a half hours.
  • Day 6The day in Edinburgh starts at the Royal Yacht Britannia, followed by a choice of a walk up Arthur's Seat or a visit to Edinburgh Castle.

Included

  • Eurostar and rail travel throughout
  • 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Paris
  • 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in London
  • 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Edinburgh
  • Moulin Rouge Show
  • London in one day sightseeing tour
  • Royal Yacht Britannia tour

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Eurostar and UK rail travel are included throughout, with the Eurostar linking Paris and London on day 3 and a further train from London's Kings Cross to Edinburgh on day 5.
Is this trip guided or independent?
Most days are self-directed, with one guided full-day coach tour of London on day 4 covering Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and the Tower of London.
How many nights are spent in each city?
Two nights each in Paris, London, and Edinburgh, for a seven-day, six-night trip.
What is included besides rail travel and hotels?
Hotel breakfasts, a Moulin Rouge show in Paris, the London sightseeing tour, and a Royal Yacht Britannia tour in Edinburgh.
How much walking is involved?
The days center on city sightseeing, such as the Louvre and Champs Elysees in Paris, a guided coach tour in London, and a choice of Arthur's Seat or Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh.
How much does this trip cost?
Prices start from $1,629 per person, about $233 per day.

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