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 a cup of tea or enjoy a wee dram of whisky. 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 a Globus Independent City Stay tour in Scotland and England.

Your Globus Independent tour gives you the freedom to explore as you please with all the perks you'd expect from the expert travel planners at Globus. We take care of the details with included accommodations, daily breakfasts, select guided sightseeing, transportation, transfers between each tour city, and a knowledgeable Local Host in each destination to assist you upon request. We’ll also handle flight arrangements and airport transfers at the beginning and end of your tour if you wish!

Independent Edinburgh & London City Stay map

 Photo Highlights

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

6 Breakfasts

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND


  • Welcome to Edinburgh! A Globus Local Host will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon.

INSIDER PICKS
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 bonnie sights to explore 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.



INSIDER PICKS
Consider a visit to historic Edinburgh Castle, built on a mighty rock overlooking the city or maybe The Royal Yacht Britannia, a floating royal residence for over 40 years. Explore her five decks including the State Apartments and the Crew’s Quarters. Find more inspiring Insider Picks on your GlobusGO mobile app.



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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 3 EDINBURGH


  • The day is yours to explore as you please.



INSIDER PICKS
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 4 EDINBURGH–LONDON, ENGLAND

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



INSIDER PICKS
Why not join an optional Taste of London experience which includes dinner at a local pub and offers the chance to enjoy traditional British Fish and Chips, before a guided cruise shows the best of London at night. Your GlobusGO mobile app offers more ideas to make the most of your day.


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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.



INSIDER PICKS
Consider one of our optional excursions this afternoon. Visit the Tower of London, which dates back to the 11th century and hear about its unique place in England’s history or head to the royal residence of Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world – and one of the most visited places on the planet! Your GlobusGO mobile app offers more ideas to make the most of your day.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 6 LONDON


  • The day is yours to explore as you please.



INSIDER PICKS
There’s plenty more to enjoy in London. Maybe a ride on a double-decker bus to Piccadilly Circus or take a walk over iconic Tower Bridge! In the evening, the curtain rises in the West End on over 30 world class theatrical productions. Join us for an optional dinner and theatre evening to experience one of them. Check out more Insider Picks on your GlobusGO mobile app.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 7 LONDON


  • Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.



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Breakfast Breakfast

 Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

AGATHE STALHAM

Escorting tours for more than 0 years

I have always enjoyed meeting new people from across the world, and this job has allowed me to do exactly that. I can learn about new cultures whilst exhibiting my knowledge of London, which makes every day different and exciting.

Tour Director - AGATHE STALHAM

 Accommodations

 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)


London

London

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: $$$$

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: $

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: $

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: $$$$



The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.