2021 & 2022 Globus Guided Tours - Globus® Vacation Packages

Independent Edinburgh & London City Stay (M1D)

7 Day Tour from Edinburgh to London

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Fish and chips or finger sandwiches? Bangers and Mash or Bubble and Squeak? Scotch Eggs or Sticky Pudding? High tea or Haggis and tatties? Whatever whets your appetite is a capital idea on this 7-day Globus Independent City Stay in Edinburgh and London. Find the perfect spot to sip the perfect spot of tea with the I-Time you crave. With your GlobusGO mobile app, you’ll never find yourself in a pickle when looking for the perfect shop in Piccadilly. In Edinburgh, go over a barrel with whisky made braw with blether and song! Or broaden your horizons with a walk on Arthur’s Seat... with more shortbread biscuits and bonnie tartans galore. From the Royal Mile to London Bridge, explore more on an Independent tour in Scotland and England.

Your Globus Independent tour delivers all the perks you'd expect from Globus, plus the I-Time you crave to explore on your own. We take care of the details with included accommodations, daily breakfasts, select guided sightseeing, and a Local Host in each city to assist you. We’ll also handle flight arrangements and airport transfers at the beginning and end of your tour, if you wish.

Multiple Vacation Discount: Save up to an additional $100 per person when you book more than one Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Vacation for the same travel year
Independent Edinburgh & London City Stay map

 Photo Highlights

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

Full buffet breakfast daily

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND

Welcome to Edinburgh! A Globus local Hosts will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon.

Today’s I-Time Tips
Whet your appetite for Scottish adventure with free time in Edinburgh’s shops, restaurants, and bars. From savory steak pie to the perfect shortbread biscuit; from hearty haggis to fresh fish-n-chips, you’ll find temptation on every corner! Find more fantastic ways to spend free time on your GlobusGO mobile app.


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Day 2 EDINBURGH

Join your Local Guide on a walking tour along Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile in the city’s Old Town, and hear about the Mercat Cross, St Giles’ Cathedral and Gladstone’s Land before ending on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle.



Today’s I-Time Tips
Pay a visit to the flagship Johnnie Walker Princes Street, perfect for whisky lovers and novices alike. Discover dining experiences or reserve a personalized whisky experience to explore the tastes of Scotland with incredible views of the Edinburgh skyline at the 1820 rooftop bar. Find more fantastic ways to spend the day on your GlobusGO mobile app.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 3 EDINBURGH

The day is yours to explore as you please.



Today’s I-Time Tips
Visit the National Museum of Scotland, with over 20,000 unique artefacts. Learn about the catacombs of Egypt, the wonders of nature, and modern-day technology. On a clear day, enjoy amazing views of Edinburgh with lunch on the museum’s rooftop terrace. Find more fantastic ways to spend the day on your GlobusGO mobile app.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 4 EDINBURGH–LONDON, ENGLAND

Travel to London by train. Uniformed Globus Hosts will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon.



Today’s I-Time Tips
Indulge in an optional Taste of London experience with dinner in a traditional London pub followed by a guided illumination cruise on the Thames River. Find more fantastic ways to spend the day on your GlobusGO mobile app.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 5 LONDON

A morning guided sightseeing drive past London’s famous landmarks includes the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall’s mounted horse guards, the Prime Minister’s Downing Street, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Visit St. Paul’s Cathedral to see Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece.



Today’s I-Time Tips
The curtain is going up on the West End with world-class theatrical productions on one of its more than 35 stages. Join us for an optional evening at the theatre with dinner included.

Take advantage of free time in London with a ride on a double-decker bus to Piccadilly Circus. Find more fantastic ways to spend the day on your GlobusGO mobile app.

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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 6 LONDON

The day is yours to explore as you please.



Today’s I-Time Tips
Consider an optional visit to the Tower of London, the iconic landmark and historic fortress, palace, prison, executionary, armoury, and guarded depository of the Crown Jewels. Spend free time taking cheeky selfies outside the House of Parliament and Big Ben! Your GlobusGO mobile app has all the tips you need for a brilliant day in London.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 7 LONDON

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.



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Breakfast Breakfast

 Accommodations

Edinburgh
London

Edinburgh

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh
Hotel Indigo Edinburgh

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh

Superior First-Class

Hotel as shown or similar

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh 51-59 York Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

51-59 York Place
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Free Wifi

Free Wifi

A vibrant boutique hotel in a City Centre location close to many amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant On-Site
  • Luggage Storage
  • Fitness Room
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Elevator

Room Amenities

  • Coffee Maker
  • Hair Dryer
  • Complimentary Toiletries
  • Internet Access
  • Cable/Satellite
  • Phone
  • Television
  • Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
  • In-Room Safe
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Desk
  • Air Conditioning
  • Climate Control

 Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)


Edinburgh
London

Edinburgh

The Royal Edinburgh Ticket

The Royal Edinburgh Ticket

Enjoy Edinburgh the fun and easy way on this dynamic, hop-on/hop-off experience that includes tickets to Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and the Royal Yacht Britannia! Your ticket is valid for 48 hours from first use.

Price Range: $$$

London

Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world. It has been the family home of British kings and queens for almost 1,000 years and is today one of the official residences of His Majesty The King.

Price Range: $$$

Dinner and Theatre

Dinner and Theatre

Your evening includes tickets to your choice of show, and a two-course pre-theatre meal (please note: no drinks included) at a specially chosen restaurant just a short distance from the theatre. Full details about your restaurant, along with relevant vouchers and tickets, will be provided when you arrive in London. This package is an excellent value, and is often cheaper than buying a theatre ticket alone.

Price Range: $$$$

Ticket to Ride: The Beatles in London

Ticket to Ride: The Beatles in London

Over 50 major Beatles sites are visited, charting the Beatlemania years from 1962 to 1970, and their solo years thereafter. No other London Beatles tour covers as many central London sites and locations in a single tour.

Price Range: $$$

A Taste of London

A Taste of London

A traditional dining experience followed by a nighttime cruise along the Thames River, viewing some of the capital's most beautiful illuminated sights.

Price Range: $$$$

London Eye

London Eye

At 135 metres, the London Eye is the world's tallest cantilevered observation wheel, with 40 kilometre panoramic views on a clear day. The gradual rotation in one of the 32 high-tech glass capsules takes approximately 30 minutes offering spectacular views of London and its famous landmarks such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and Trafalgar Square.

Price Range: $$

Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover, Greenwich & Thames River Cruise

Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover, Greenwich & Thames River Cruise

Visit Leeds Castle, for a private tour, then drive to Dover and see the famous white cliffs. Stop in the famous ancient city of Canterbury and see its magnificent cathedral. After a stroll through Greenwich enjoy a cruise on the River Thames back to London.

Price Range: $$$$

Lunch in the Cotswolds

Lunch in the Cotswolds

A fully guided day in the Cotswolds includes lunch, and takes in some of the most beautiful English villages.

Price Range: $$$$

Stonehenge and Bath with Roman Baths entrance

Stonehenge and Bath with Roman Baths entrance

The most famous prehistoric monument in the world, Stonehenge stands alone in the vast empty tract of Salisbury plain. Next we head to Bath and arrive in time for lunch (not included). Following our scenic drive into the heart of the city, there will be plenty of time to explore at your leisure. Your ticket also includes entrance to the Roman Baths that were built nearly 2,000 years ago.

Price Range: $$$$

Jack The Ripper, Haunted London Tour

Jack The Ripper, Haunted London Tour

This evening excursion takes you through the dark side of London, where you hear about the murderous activities of the infamous Jack the Ripper and other notorious, dark characters.

Price Range: $$$

Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter

Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter

This unique walking tour takes you behind-the-scenes and showcases a huge array of beautiful sets, costumes and props. It also reveals some closely guarded secrets, including facts about the special effects and animatronics that made these films so hugely popular all over the world.

Price Range: $$$$

Madame Tussauds

Madame Tussauds

Walk the red carpet at the legendary Madame Tussauds London and meet the world's most famous stars from Hollywood to Bollywood, and The Royal Family to Rock Royalty.

Price Range: $$

The London Dungeon

The London Dungeon

Delve into the blood-curdling parts of history that your teachers never wanted to tell you. Live actors, scary rides, shows and special effects, transport you back to those black, bleak times. Are you brave enough?

Price Range: $$

Sea Life London

Sea Life London

With 17 themed zones and over 600 species of marine life, SEA LIFE London will take you on a fascinating journey from the coastline to the depths of the ocean. Discover a magical underwater world filled with a dazzling array of amazing sea creatures, from sharks to rare Green Sea Turtles, from jellyfish to rays, from clownfish to blue tangs.

Price Range: $

Hampton Court Palace

Hampton Court Palace

From Henry VIII and "Bloody" Queen Mary to the ghostly Grey Lady and the puzzling hedge maze, you'll be positively captivated by rich history and infamous characters during your half-day visit of magnificent Hampton Court Palace.

Price Range: $$

Kensington Palace

Kensington Palace

Kensington Palace was once Princess Diana's home. Sir Christopher Wren lavishly improved the original house, turning it into a palace for William III and Mary II. It remained a royal home and was the birthplace of Queen Victoria. The splendid State Apartments are on view to the public.

Price Range: $

Classic Rock and Beatles Tour

Classic Rock and Beatles Tour

Learn what made London swing in the `60s and rock in the `70s and `80s on this exciting guided excursion that focuses on the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Pink Floyd, and many other music legends.

Price Range: $$$

Stonehenge Direct

Stonehenge Direct

Stonehenge is the most famous prehistoric monument in the world. Come and unlock its secrets.

Price Range: $$$

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre

Visit the reconstructed Globe Theatre, opened in 1997 and dedicated to Shakespeare's work.

Price Range: $

Shownight

Shownight

A wonderful escorted evening in London's theater district starts with a delicious dinner, followed by excellent seats at your chosen show.

Price Range: $$$$

Tower Bridge Exhibition

Tower Bridge Exhibition

Visit the Tower Bridge exhibition - an impressive 42 metres above the Thames, it offers incredible views of the city and is filled with information about the iconic structure that dominates the river's landscape.

Price Range: $

Westminster Abbey and London Eye

Westminster Abbey and London Eye

Experience Westminster Abbey, a must see for any London visitor. Then join us for a flight on the London Eye.

Price Range: $$$$

Best of Greenwich Day Tour

Best of Greenwich Day Tour

Let our entertaining and knowledgeable tour guide show you the very best of Greenwich.

Price Range: $$$$

Secret Gardens of London Day Tour

Secret Gardens of London Day Tour

The Secret Gardens of London guided tour is an exclusive and small group guided walking tour designed for garden lovers, parks aficionados and lovers of flowers. This tour takes you to some of London's hidden beauty spots.

Price Range: $$$$

Art in London Day Tour

Art in London Day Tour

This full day tour takes in the National Gallery, the wonderful Courtauld Institute of Art and the Wallace Collection, where we enjoy a traditional English High Tea. You will experience some of the very best art in the world, including artists such as Turner, Constable, Canaletto, Delacroix, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Rubens, Renoir and Monet among many others.

Price Range: $$$$

Law in London Tour

Law in London Tour

Come along with us on this charming half day walking tour of the Royal Courts of Justice, Inns of Court (Middle Temple, Inner Temple, Lincolns Inn) and views of the Old Bailey.

Price Range: $$$$



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