A steam train crossing a stone viaduct in the Scottish Highlands

TTB Experiences · United Kingdom

United Kingdom Heritage cities & Highland scenery

10 Nights / 11 DaysLondon · Manchester · Edinburgh · Inverness · Glasgow

Follow a northbound route from London through Manchester and Edinburgh to Inverness and Glasgow, with an Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle excursion.Move from London’s landmark-filled streets through Manchester and Edinburgh into the Scottish Highlands, connecting the cities by rail and adding a day coach tour to the Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle.

Curator: Sneha Dalvi

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Outline itinerary

11 days, thoughtfully paced

A day-by-day route through London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Inverness, Glasgow. The final sequence and timings remain subject to availability and on-ground conditions.

01Day 01

London

Arrival in London

Arrive in London and take a private transfer from the airport. Spend the remainder of the day exploring at your own pace; Oxford Street and Harrods are suggested shopping destinations.

  • Private airport transfer
  • Leisure time in London
  • Oxford Street & Harrods for shopping
Red double-decker buses pass historic buildings in London
02Day 02

London

London by hop-on hop-off

Explore London at your own pace with a one-day hop-on hop-off pass and a one-way Thames River cruise. The itinerary names the Tower of London, British Museum and London Eye among the city sights; optional admission tickets include Madame Tussauds, the Tower of London and the London Eye.

  • One-day hop-on hop-off pass
  • One-way Thames River cruise
  • Tower of London, British Museum & London Eye
The London Eye beside the River Thames
03Day 03

London

London at your own pace

Enjoy a free day in London or choose the optional 10-hour coach tour to Stonehenge and Bath.

  • Leisure time in London
  • Optional Stonehenge & Bath coach tour
A food stall at Borough Market in London
04Day 04

London · Manchester

London to Manchester

Travel by second-class train from London to Manchester, a city known for its industrial history, music, art and football culture.

  • London–Manchester second-class train
  • Industrial heritage
  • Music, arts & football culture
Manchester’s red-brick clock tower above the city street
05Day 05

Manchester

Manchester at leisure

Enjoy a free day in Manchester, exploring the city or choosing an optional trip to Windermere and the Lake District or to Derbyshire and the Peak District.

  • Manchester at leisure
  • Optional Windermere & Lake District trip
  • Optional Derbyshire & Peak District trip
The pitch and stands at Old Trafford in Manchester
06Day 06

Manchester · Edinburgh

Manchester to Edinburgh

Take a second-class train from Manchester to Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, known for its history, striking architecture and cultural festivals.

  • Manchester–Edinburgh second-class train
  • Historic architecture
  • Cultural festivals
Historic stone buildings beside the Water of Leith in Edinburgh
07Day 07

Edinburgh

Edinburgh at your own pace

Explore Edinburgh’s historic sites, walk along the Royal Mile or visit Edinburgh Castle. Optional choices include a hop-on hop-off tour or a day trip to the Highlands.

  • Royal Mile
  • Edinburgh Castle
  • Optional hop-on hop-off tour or Highlands day trip
A historic Old Town street in Edinburgh decorated with bunting
08Day 08

Edinburgh · Inverness

Edinburgh to Inverness

Take a scenic second-class train from Edinburgh to Inverness, the gateway to the Highlands, and enjoy time in the city on arrival.

  • Edinburgh–Inverness second-class train
  • Scenic rail journey
  • Arrival in Inverness
A lighthouse on a rocky headland above blue water
09Day 09

Inverness · Isle of Skye

Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle

Join a 12-hour regular coach tour from Inverness to the Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle, then return to Inverness.

  • 12-hour regular coach excursion
  • Isle of Skye
  • Eilean Donan Castle
Eilean Donan Castle beside the water in the Scottish Highlands
10Day 10

Inverness · Glasgow

Inverness to Glasgow

Travel by second-class train from Inverness to Glasgow, with time on arrival to experience the city’s cultural diversity and architecture.

  • Inverness–Glasgow second-class train
  • Glasgow’s cultural scene
  • Historic architecture
The Finnieston Crane and River Clyde waterfront in Glasgow
11Day 11

Glasgow

Departure from Glasgow

Conclude the journey with a private transfer from Glasgow to the airport for departure.

  • Private departure transfer
  • Glasgow airport departure
Glasgow Cathedral above the surrounding rooftops

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Journey details

01PACKAGE COST

Package cost

GBP 3,000 onwards

Airfare and visa are listed separately from the package cost.

Airfare

INR 90,000Approx

Visa cost

INR 18,000Approxbiometric charges extra
Included

The essentials

  • Accommodation at the suggested hotel/s including buffet breakfast. Hotel details will be shared along with the final itinerary.
  • Private transfer from London airport on arrival.
  • One-day London hop-on hop-off pass with a one-way Thames River cruise.
  • Second-class train tickets for London–Manchester, Manchester–Edinburgh, Edinburgh–Inverness and Inverness–Glasgow.
  • 12-hour regular coach excursion from Inverness to the Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle, with return to Inverness.
  • Private transfer from Glasgow to the airport on departure.
Not included

Plan for separately

  • Service charges, GST and TCS.
  • Visa and travel insurance.
  • City taxes.
  • Entrance fees as per the itinerary, compulsory charges and peak supplements.
  • Flight tickets.
  • Lunch, dinner and extra meals not listed in the itinerary.
  • Optional activities and entrance fees not specifically listed as included.
  • Tips for the driver or any additional attending staff.
  • Anything not listed among the inclusions.

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From London’s riverside landmarks to Scottish city streets and Highland scenery, this journey brings together culture, architecture and scenic rail travel.

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