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- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 8 - 52
- Age range 18 to 35
Places You’ll See

Highlights
- Enjoy traditional Scottish food (Haggis), music and dancing
- Visit an Edinburgh pub while locals share folkloric tales
- Be serenaded by local musicians in Glaswegian pub
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 London to Manchester Via Liverpool
- Day 2 Manchester to York
- Day 3 York to Carlisle via Lake District
- Day 4 Carlisle to Edinburgh via Hadrian's Wall
- Day 5 Edinburgh
- Day 6 Edinburgh to Inverness via St Andrews and Stirling
- Day 7 Inverness via Loch Ness and Aviemore
- Day 8 Inverness to Glasgow
- Day 9 End Glasgow/Train to London
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street (or similar)
Hotelday 1Holiday Inn Express Wakefield (or similar)
Hotelday 2Ibis Carlisle City Centre Hotel (or similar)
Hotelday 3Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)
HotelDays 4, 5Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar)
HotelDays 6, 7Ibis Glasgow City Centre Sauchiehall Street Hotel (or similar)
Hotelday 8
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Operated by
Contiki
Number of tours
587
Age Range
18 to 35 years old
Response time
9 hours
Response rate
100%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- NENatalia· January 14th, 2020There were a lot off add o es at last minute. We went to places just to pay the entry if you didn't pay, you expend the next hours doing nothing some times or the good ones walking in the Town.Show moreTrip date: December 2019
- JJosephineBurns· July 27th, 2019Fantastic tour overall. The itinary was great and allowed a good amount of time to experience everything we wanted to see. It covered an incredible amount of the country, especially Scotland. Tour guide Remi was fantastic and very helpful through the whole trip, especially as we were traveling with a wheelchair user. Accomodation wasn’t bad, could have been better but no complaints. Some of the meals were average but others were fantastic so it all balanced out.Show moreTrip date: July 2019
- JJessicaFord· June 29th, 2019I had the best time on this tour! Best way to see a lot in a short time! The Highlands in Scotland were my favorite part of the entire trip. Absolutely beautiful!Show moreTrip date: June 2019
- RRyanN· June 22nd, 2019Remí was fantastic. He was very fun to be with, knowledgeable, and very trustworthy. He paired very well with our driver Connor. He definitely had a positive impact on my experience, and I would take a trip with him at the helm again.Show moreTrip date: May 2019
- LLauraHarris· June 21st, 2019Our guide Remi and our driver Conor were absolutely fantastic. They were friendly, accommodating, skilled, and knowledgeable. They made the tour easy and gave us the best possible experience.Show moreTrip date: June 2019
- SSamanthaNayda· June 16th, 2019Honestly this Contiki was awesome and exceeded my expectations. Remi the tour manager was such a champion who kept things running smoothly but also sure we were having a laugh and learning things about the history of England and Scotland. Bus driver Conor was also phenomenal navigating the small streets and alleyways, what an absolute legend. When I started my trip I had just come off the back off another and was extremely homesick but because of how smooth it ran and how many knowledge bombs Remi was dropping I soon felt much more comfortable. Would definitely recommend this Contiki but more so the guide and driver because they legit made the trip!Show moreTrip date: June 2019
- AAnonymous· September 25th, 2018Fantastic well worth the moneyShow moreTrip date: August 2015
- EMElizabeth· October 8th, 2016This was a whirlwind amazing trip as a great intro to all these exciting new sites and places. A good balance between the big cities, rural countryside and scenic stops. Megs is nothing short as a phenomenal trip manager, she is the cream of the crop. Outgoing, witty, funny, engaging, personable, smart, caring, sweet..the list goes on. She got to know everyone individually and was excellent at assessing everyone's needs and personalities. I liked how she went down the bus everyday to talk to everyone especially if you were sitting alone that day she made you feel part of the group. Her knowledge of historical information while combining it with pop culture and quirky references is outstanding. The girl knows her stuff. She delivered the info so it was understandable and still interesting to the everyday traveler. She showed a good balance between professionalism and going out and engaging with the group. 5 stars and cheers for Megs. Woot woot. Well done. Overall a phenomenal experience and tour Contiki. Thank you.Show moreTrip date: September 2016
- EMEmily· June 24th, 2016My sister and I went on our second Contiki trip and decided to take the England/Scotland tour. Our tour guide Ellie was fantastic! She told us lots about the different places we went too and was always approachable to talk to. When we had bus issues or were stuck in traffic she would play some awesome music for us or gave us more info on the history of the country and the city we were going to visit next. She made my second Contiki trip a absolute blast! Thanks Ellie!! :)Show moreTrip date: July 2015
- BCBilly· June 23rd, 2016Tarryn is the best tour guide I have ever worked with her knowledge was A + her banter is the best her personality is fantastic givein her most to the job and clients 100 I have done trafalger lnsight never worked with 1 as good she should be with Insight she is simply the bestShow moreTrip date: July 2015
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- -10%From Wednesday4 Jun, 2025To Saturday14 Jun, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,959$2,66311 Days, Summer, with Classic VersionView this tour
- -10%From Wednesday4 Jun, 2025To Saturday14 Jun, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,059$2,753End London, 11 Days, Summer, with Classic VersionView this tour
- -15%From Wednesday11 Jun, 2025To Saturday21 Jun, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,059$2,600End London, 11 Days, Summer, with Classic VersionView this tour
- -15%From Wednesday11 Jun, 2025To Saturday21 Jun, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,959$2,51511 Days, Summer, with Classic VersionView this tour
- -20%From Sunday15 Jun, 2025To Wednesday25 Jun, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,015$2,41211 Days, Summer, with Classic VersionView this tour
- -20%From Sunday15 Jun, 2025To Wednesday25 Jun, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,115$2,492End London, 11 Days, Summer, with Classic VersionView this tour
- -20%From Wednesday18 Jun, 2025To Saturday28 Jun, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,015$2,41211 Days, Summer, with Classic VersionView this tour
- -20%From Wednesday18 Jun, 2025To Saturday28 Jun, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,115$2,492End London, 11 Days, Summer, with Classic VersionView this tour
- -10%From Wednesday25 Jun, 2025To Saturday5 Jul, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,115$2,804End London, 11 Days, Summer, with Classic VersionView this tour
- -10%From Wednesday25 Jun, 2025To Saturday5 Jul, 2025EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,015$2,71411 Days, Summer, with Classic VersionView this tour
What our customers ask about this tour
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Carla
Asked on November 2nd, 2024I would like to know if it's possible to start the trip on Wednesday 31/12 15pm in Edimburgh. This trip is for my daughter who is 18 years old and who is living this year in Irelande with a host familly to learn english. Her host familly is going on holloday during this period and my daughter would like to go on a trip with a group. Do you know if this will be possible?
- ContikiOperator•Written November 2024
For the trip departing on December 28, 2024, the cost will be $2,204.00 for a single room. Regarding your question, yes, your daughter can join the group on day 5 in Edinburgh. However, please note that the cost of the trip remains the same as it is a package deal.
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Carla
Traveler•Written November 2024This trip is too expensive.
- ContikiOperator•Written November 2024
We do understand, however, if you prefer your daughter to share a room with her co traveler, we have twin share room that cost $1,784.00 (subject to change).
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Colleen
Asked on October 30th, 2024looking for a trip for my daughter and niece - 2 adults and I saw this option online. Can't book direct as do not want the tours in London. So my requirement is for the UK only but not in London tour and stay, for Dec end or early Jan.
- ContikiOperator•Written October 2024
We are very excited to hear from you! You've made a great choice by choosing to visit England! I'm pleased to inform you that our England and Scotland tour would be a great fit for your needs. While this tour includes London, it also features trendy cities, charming landscapes, and even the birthplace of The Beatles, making it a wonderful experience for all. We have a departure available on January 7, 2025. If this date works for you, please let us know, and we would be happy to provide you with a detailed quote.
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Ross
Asked on November 26th, 2023Will the 9 day England and Scotland end London tour be available for October 2024?
- ContikiOperator•Written November 2023
The available dates and definite departure are October 4th, 11th, and 25th, 2024.
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Wayne
Asked on November 29th, 2022Can you please let me know if there are cancellations on that trip then? I want to cover new years too!
- ContikiOperator•Written November 2022
We don't have a way to see if cancellations happen and the tour free's up. It would be in your best interest to keep an eye on it.
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Allison
Asked on September 27th, 2022Is the train fare included?
- ContikiOperator•Written September 2022
transportation between each destination is by coach bus, which is included in the price. The tour offers two destinations to end in either Glasgow at 8:00am or ending back in London. Post night required in London. If you choose to do this option, the train ticket will technically be included in the overall booking price, but is more expensive than if you were to select the ending Glasgow option.
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Jessica
Asked on July 1st, 2016What is the age range?
- ContikiOperator•Written July 2016
Contiki operates tours exclusively for travellers between ages 18-35. They are geared towards active, budget-minded young travellers who want to meet other people from all over the world, and tend to be very popular with students and backpackers. Due to this, children under the age of 18 and adults outside of the age range are not able to participate in this tour.
Good to Know
Tour ID: 1027
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