Please prepare enough Pounds. You are recommended to exchange the Pounds 1-2 weeks before the departure date at your local bank. It is not that convenient and cost-efficient for the exchange at destincation's ATMs, airports or railway stations due to the exchange rate. There might be some adjustment on tour per the actual situation, due to the COVID-19, please understand. The UK's visa regulations are independent from the Schengen visa agreement. Please click here to see if you need a UK visa.

europe·Multi-day tour·7 days

7-Day England & Scotland Loop Tour from London: Loch Ness (Historical Sites, Landscapes) Cambridge | York | Edinburgh | Glasgow | Fort Augustus | Manchester

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What you'll experience

Highlights

✔ Historic cities & countryside - Visit iconic spots like Cambridge, York, and Edinburgh, plus scenic gems in the Lake District and Scottish Highlands.
✔ Cultural highlights - Shakespeare's birthplace, Cambridge University, and Scottish traditions in Edinburgh.
✔ Ideal for solo travelers - Guaranteed departures year-round with free roommate matching.
✔ Flexible departures - Start your journey from London (Saturdays) or Manchester (Fridays).
• Exclusive Free Service with Your Booking: For departures from Oct 1, 2025 onward, booking a pre- or post-tour hotel extension can obtain complimentary airport transfers at designated times.

7 days

Day-by-day itinerary

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Day 1 — [Sunday] London - Cambridge - York
After breakfast, it is time to visit the nation's acclaimed educational institution: Cambridge University. In addition to a strong academic atmosphere, Cambridge is where many luminaries started their dreams and hopes for the future with the sight of the pastoral landscapes, picturesque rivers and architecture. The University of Cambridge, a majestic old group of buildings including King's College and Queens College, set among the most rural of bridges.
When come to Cambridge, sincerely recommend a trip to "Cambridge Penny", which is carried by a boat with a long pole (part-time job of many college students) to carry people up the river Cambridge. Buying a sweater, postcard or magnet with the Cambridge school badge or the Cambridge University logo is also a favorite souvenir for many people.
We'll stay overnight in York or a neighboring city.
Please note that the drop off time is for reference only and may vary slightly due to traffic/unforeseen circumstances.
Drop-off time: around 16:00 PM
Drop-off point: Cambridge University

Cambridge University
King's College
Queen's College
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Days Inn Wetherby
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Day 2 — [Monday] York - Edinburgh
York, a true medieval melting pot of Roman, Saxon and Viking culture. The city is mostly intact from the Middle Ages and shows the rustic side of Britain.
You visit York Minster, the largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe. Then you will step up onto York city walls, dating back to Roman times. For those keen to discover little grass-roots shops, there will be time to wander around.
When you come to the UK, why not try the English afternoon tea. Here, there is a century-old tea house, and we have prepared enough time to allow you to enjoy an authentic British afternoon tea.
We'll stay overnight in Edinburgh or neighboring city.
York Minster
Castle Howard
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh Leith Waterfront
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Day 3 — [Tuesday] Edinburgh - Glasgow
After breakfast, Edinburgh is next on our places to visit. Edinburgh is Scotland's compact, hilly capital. It represents the best in Scottish heritage. Wooden barrows of gold single malt whiskey, checked kilts and Scottish bagpipes will make you grow fond of this warm and lively nation of quirky characters.
Upon arrival, we first visit Edinburgh Castle, set on the stunning view of volcanic rock structures, where once inside we will admire the oldest royal crown and jewellery. We then continue this royal trail with a visit to Holyrood Palace and the City Hall. Optional is a visit to JK Rowling's Ivory Café where Harry Potter was authored, to enjoy a cup of coffee. Or with your family or friends, you can also go to the photo studio to cosplay as "ancient Scots" to take pictures, which is also a very interesting experience. After enjoying dinner in Edinburgh, coach will drive towards Glasgow.
We will stay overnight in Glasgow or a neighboring city.
Please note that the drop off time is for reference only and may vary slightly due to traffic/unforeseen circumstances.
Drop-off time: around 17:00 PM
Drop-off point: Edinburgh Waverley Station
Edinburgh Castle
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel in Glasgow
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Day 4 — [Wednesday] Glasgow - Glenfinnan Viaduct - Fort Augustus(Loch Ness) - Loch Lomond - Glasgow
Today we enjoy Scotland to the fullest. We head to the Glenfinnan Viaduct. The Hogwarts train was made iconic by the protagonist of the movie Harry Potter, they passed through this bridge, which was built between 1897 and 1901. In summer, steam trains can be seen passing by. It is one of the must-see attractions for Harry Potter fans, and also on the Schottish £10 banknote.
Then visit the town with the same name as the ancient Roman emperor Augustus; Fort Augustus. The town is located at the southernmost tip of Loch Ness, with a very picturesque scenery. The Loch Ness Monster is Scotland's oldest and enduring myth and legend, people can take a boat tour at Loch Ness to discover the truth of the Loch Ness Monster.
On the way back we pass by Scotland's first national park "Loch Lomond", which is located on the boundary between the Highland and the Lowland fault. There are more than 30 small islands in the lake, and the scenery is beautiful. Of course, we will take pictures along the way.
We will stay overnight in Glasgow or a neighboring city.
Glenfinnan
Loch Ness
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Days Inn by Wyndham Abington M74
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Day 5 — [Thursday] Glasgow - Gretna Green - Lake District - Manchester
In the morning, we drive straight to Lake District, located in the west side of the north of England.
On the way, we will stop in Gretna Green, where is a village in the south of Scotland famous for "runaway marriages" began in 1754. Due to its romantic wedding traditions dating back over centuries, Gretna Green is one of the world's most popular wedding location.
After that we continue our journey to Lake District. The Lake District National Park is the most visited national park in the United Kingdom. Each year tens of thousands of visitors travel here to see the thousands of years of geological changes reflected in the intricate natural beauty, lakes, valleys, mountains, waterfalls and natural carved out planning. You can choose our optional to join boat cruise of Lake Windermere, or hop off to the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. From then onwards we are driving to Manchester, a fashionable, social buzz and dynamic city.
This city is not only well-known for being a city of sport, the headquarters of Manchester United, but also England's most productive industrial city. Football fans can enjoy a pilgrimage to the Manchester United Old Trafford grounds or catch a training game. Food lovers can pick a scrumptious restaurant in the nearby Chinatown.
We'll stay overnight stay in Manchester or a neighboring city.
Please note that the drop off time is for reference only and may vary slightly due to traffic/unforeseen circumstances.
Drop-off time: around 18:30 PM
Drop-off point: Manchester China Town

Lake District National Park
Lake Windermere
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Holiday Inn Express Manchester Airport, Niu Loom Hotel
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Day 6 — [Friday] Manchester - Stratford Upon Avon - Bicester Village - London
A breath-taking drive will take you to the famous English playwright and poet William Shakespeare's hometown, Stratford-upon-Avon. This is also where the acclaimed Hollywood blockbuster movie - "Shakespeare in Love" was filmed. From the cobble-stoned streets to the drinking dens, theatres and road signs, everything is to do with Shakespeare. It is a heaven for those romantically inclined.
Our big anticipated outing for today must be the now famous outlet shopping centre - Bicester Village. For your fix of designer clothes, sporting goods, jewellery, household items and children's clothing etc., Bicester Village is home to more than 130 fashion and lifestyle boutiques, including Gucci, Armani, Prada, Calvin Klein, Dunhill, DKNY, Burberry, Paul Smith, Bally and so on. Each shop offers savings of up to 60%, all year round. We dare you not to be persuaded.
We will end the tour today in London.
Please note that the drop off time is for reference only and may vary slightly due to traffic/unforeseen circumstances.
Stratford upon Avon
Drop-off time: around 14:00 PM
Drop-off point: Shakespeare Birth Place
London
Drop-off time: around 19:30 PM
Drop-off point: St. Pancras Rail Station

Stratford-upon-Avon
Shakespeare's Birthplace
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
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Day 7 — [Saturday] London City Tour
In the early morning, you start a tour of London attractions: Big Ben, House of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, 10 Downing Street, Whitehall, St James’ Park, Buckingham Palace and River Thames. Enjoy a delicious meal in Chinatown.
In the afternoon, you will visit the famous British Museum, enter St Paul’s Cathedral if you have enough time. You can also enjoy the scene of Tower Bridge and Tower of London while sitting in the coach. The Tower of London is a historic castle located on the north bank of the River Thames in central London. It has played a prominent role in English history and served variously as a palace, an armoury, a treasury, a prison, the home of the Royal Mint, the home of the Crown Jewels of England and has been the setting of many bloody battles among British Monarchs. You stay overnight in London, where you can experience the dazzling night scene, or head for a Thames Cruise or musical with a group of friends.
We'll stay overnight in London or a neighboring city.
Please note that the drop off time is for reference only and may vary slightly due to traffic/unforeseen circumstances.
Drop-off time: around 19:00 PM
Drop-off point: St. Pancras Rail Station

Houses of Parliament
Westminster Abbey
Whitehall's Mounted Horse Guards
St. James's Park
Buckingham Palace
British Museum
Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Ibis London Excel Docklands

What's included

Included

6-night hotel accommodations
6 breakfasts (coffee or tea, juice and bread)
Ground transportation in air-conditioned motorcoach
Professional tour guide

Not included

Mandatory Service Fee for tour guide/bus driver: ￡10.00/day/guest (Cash Only)
Airport pick-up or drop-off
Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
Entrance fees & optional tours (Prices vary from season to season; only the price at the ticket booth / box office is final)

Meeting & drop-off

Departure points

St. Pancras Railway Station (Eurostar Station) · London
Pickup at 09:00:00
Pancras Road, NW1 2QL London, UK
Starbucks Coffee Shop by station hall
Manchester Piccadilly Railway Station · Manchester
Pickup at 08:30:00
Piccadilly Station, M60 7RA Manchester, UK
Burger King by Station hall. After meet up, we will drive ahead to Stratford-upon-Avon and not visit Manchester.

【Complimentary airport transfer at designated times and locations】
Details: The complimentary airport transfer at designated times and locations is only available with a booked pre- or post-tour hotel extension. (please contact customer service team after booking to provide the specific pickup/drop-off time or airport).
Booking limit: Book at least 7 days in advance.
Valid Start Date: Departures from October 1, 2025.

Pick-up/Drop-off date	Friday	Saturday
Airport Pick-up	London Heathrow Airport (LHR) Time: 08:00/12:00 16:00/20:00
Airport Drop-off	/	Post-hotel to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) Time: 07:00/13:00

Important Notes:

1. The free airport pickup service will only wait at the designated airport meeting point during the specified time.Late arrivals will not be accommodated. If the guest does not show up at the reserved time,the driver will not notify or wait for the guest.For detailed airport pickup schedules, please refer to the Pre/Post-Tour Hotel-Free Airport Transfer Timetable for each route. (After booking, please contact customer service at least 7 days in advance to confirm your selected free transfer time/airport. Once confirmed, it cannot be amended. You must present the transfer voucher with the confirmed time to the driver when boarding. )
2. The free airport pickup service bus may carry guests speaking different languages and joining different tour routes,and may stop at multiple pre-tour hotels. Guests should pay attention to their designated pre-tour hotel (hotel name shown on the tour voucher), and must disembark and collect their luggage themselves upon arrival.
3. The free airport drop-off service will only pick up guests from the post-hotel at the designated time.Please be punctual; late arrivals will not be accommodated. If the guest does not show up at the reserved time, the driver will not notify or wait for the guest. For detailed post-tour hotel drop-off schedules, please refer to the Pre/Post-Tour Hotel-Free Airport Transfer for each route. We kindly suggest you to arrange your departure time according to your flight, Tours4fun will not take any responsibility if you missed your flight.
4. If you cannot find the transfer driver at the designated time and location, do not panic! Please stay at the original location and immediately call the emergency number for assistance.
5. The free airport transfer service is a group-based service. The driver is only responsible for transfers between the airport and the group hotel and is not informed about any other tour-related matters.
6. Each guest is allowed a maximum of two pieces of luggage(one carry-on and one checked suitcase). If the luggage exceeds the limit, an additional service fee of 20 EUR per item will be charged.
7. If guests wish to have transfer services at other times, they may opt for paid airport transfer services.

【Paid Airport Transfer Service】
Starting from October 1, 2025, this tour offers a paid airport transfer service to/from [London Heathrow Airport (LHR)] outside of the specified time slots. If needed, please select it in the upgrade options.
Driver's working hours: 07:00-22:00
Non-working hours: 22:01-06:59 (Note: An additional overtime fee will apply for transfers outside of working hours.)
* Book at least 7 days in advance.
Additional Information:
1. The transfer service is group-based. Drivers are responsible for transport between the airport and the group hotel only, and are not involved with any other tour-related matters.
2. After receiving your transfer voucher, please confirm that the name and phone number you provided during booking are correct, and ensure your phone is accessible for roaming in Europe.
3. After landing, please allow at least 30-45 minutes for luggage claim and customs. The driver will arrive 30 minutes after your flight arrival time.
4. The driver will wait for up to 90 minutes after the flight's arrival. If this time is exceeded, the transfer will be considered forfeited, and the driver will leave without responsibility. A new transfer will incur an additional charge. If the flight is delayed and the driver cannot be notified in time, no refund will be provided, and the passenger should claim compensation from the airline.
5. Regardless of whether luggage is claimed, please proceed to the immigration hall following the flight's baggage carousel number, and do not search for other exits. The driver will be waiting at the designated exit holding a sign with your name. If you cannot find the driver, please stay in your position and call the emergency number for assistance.
6. If your flight is delayed, changed, or canceled, please send an SMS and call the emergency number immediately to arrange a new transfer time. We will try our best to accommodate the change, but it is not guaranteed. If a change cannot be made, no refund will be issued, and the passenger should claim compensation from the airline. For further assistance after arrival, please call the emergency number.
7. The drop-off service will be scheduled 4 hours before your flight departure to avoid missing your flight. If there are delays due to traffic or unforeseen circumstances, we will assist to the best of our ability, but the company will not be responsible if the passenger misses the flight.
8. Each passenger is allowed up to two pieces of luggage (one carry-on and one checked bag). An additional service fee of 20 EUR per piece will apply if the luggage exceeds this limit.

Cancellation policy

When you cancel	Refund	Notes
0–9 days before	0%	Cancellation Made Within 9 days prior to departure, No Refund
10–17 days before	50%	Cancellation Made Within 10 days to 17 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount
18+ days before	90%	Cancellation Made 18 or more days prior to departure, Refund 90% of total purchase amount

Read the full cancellation terms

Cancellation Policy (Without complimentary VISA support materials).
Please check the details above.

Cancellation Policy (With complimentary VISA support materials):
If you need to apply for a visa to come to Europe, we can provide the necessary ducomentation. We cannot ensure that visa approval is guaranteed from any consulate.
* If the visa refusal letter from the consulate can be provided:
• Cancellation Made 18 or more days prior to departure, Refund 95% of total purchase amount;
• Cancellation Made Within 17 days prior to departure, Cancellation Policy (Without complimentary VISA support materials) applies.
* If cancellation is made due to personal reason:
• Cancellation Made 18 or more days prior to departure, A processing fee of €105.00 per order applies;
• Cancellation Made Within 17 days prior to departure, A processing fee of €105.00 per order plus Cancellation Policy (Without complimentary VISA support materials) applies.
The hotel list provided in the visa documentation is subiect to change.

Important info

Special notes

Please prepare enough Pounds. You are recommended to exchange the Pounds 1-2 weeks before the departure date at your local bank. It is not that convenient and cost-efficient for the exchange at destincation's ATMs, airports or railway stations due to the exchange rate.
There might be some adjustment on tour per the actual situation, due to the COVID-19, please understand.
The UK's visa regulations are independent from the Schengen visa agreement. Please click here to see if you need a UK visa.

Pricing notes (children, single supplement)

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double Occupancy applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Child applies when child of 2-11 years stays as the 3rd person in one standard hotel room.
* Child younger than 2 years of age travels for free, provided they do not occupy a seat on the bus, or a bed in the room.
* Tour prices are based on Euros (EUR) and converted into US dollars (USD). Constant fluctuations in the exchange rate cause prices to change on a regular basis. You will be charged the price based on the applicable exchange rate at the time of payment. All transactions are final. We do not offer discounts or compensation to those citing lower prices at a later date. Bookings will be subject to penalties when modified or cancelled.

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Highlights

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1 — [Sunday] London - Cambridge - York

Day 2 — [Monday] York - Edinburgh

Day 3 — [Tuesday] Edinburgh - Glasgow

Day 4 — [Wednesday] Glasgow - Glenfinnan Viaduct - Fort Augustus(Loch Ness) - Loch Lomond - Glasgow

Day 5 — [Thursday] Glasgow - Gretna Green - Lake District - Manchester

Day 6 — [Friday] Manchester - Stratford Upon Avon - Bicester Village - London

Day 7 — [Saturday] London City Tour