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Outdoor Adventure with Halal Tourism Britain: Edinburgh Overnight - London

Outdoor Adventure with Halal Tourism Britain: Edinburgh Overnight

Londoneasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

1-2 days

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; some walking involved

Overview

Journey from London to Edinburgh with an all-in-one bus tour and castle visit. Discover Scotland’s history and culture in a quick, comfortable overnight trip designed for busy travelers seeking authenticity.

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Edinburgh Overnight

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About This Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable journey from King’s Cross to Edinburgh, featuring a scenic open-top bus tour of the city’s iconic landmarks, including the majestic Edinburgh Castle. Enjoy free entry to the castle and explore at your leisure on the second day, making this a perfect blend of history and adventure.

Day 1

Departure from King’s Cross Station You will need to be at King’s Cross Station at 6:30am with your printed train tickets for your outbound and inbound rail journeys. Your train will depart at 7:00am and arrive in to Edinburgh at 11:22am. Please print all tickets for both your return rail journey and attraction tickets.

Open Top Bus Tour A great way to get acquainted with the Scottish capital, this hop on hop off open top bus tour will cruise past the best sights Edinburgh has to offer. You’ll see dominating Edinburgh Castle overlooking the city from its perch on the Castle Rock and the Palace of Holyrood House, the Queen’s lavish Scottish residence. Take in the vibrant atmosphere of the Royal Mile and remember to get a photo of famous canine statue Greyfriars Bobby!

Entry to Edinburgh Castle Enjoy free admission to historic Edinburgh Castle, where you can gaze at the sparkling Scottish Crown Jewels and familiarise yourself with some important Scottish history. The castle dates back to the 12th century, and was involved in many key historical conflicts. When you’ve seen everything inside the castle, take a walk outside and enjoy unbeatable panoramic views across Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Overnight Stay

You will be provided accommodation in one of the following 3* hotels (subject to availability): Central Edinburgh Hotel Murrayfield Hotel

Day 2

Edinburgh at Your Leisure Take the second day to explore Edinburgh as you wish. Whether you want to try some traditional haggis for lunch or delve into some Scottish history at a museum, the choice is yours to decide!

Return Journey Your return train will depart Edinburgh at 5.31pm, arriving back in London at 10.18pmSCHEDULE Days of departure: Monday to Saturday

Check-in time: 6:30am Finish (approx.):10:18pm (2nd Day)

Departure point: King’s Cross station

Hop-on Hop-off Edinburgh Schedule:

Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct: last tour at 6:00p.m, runs every 15 minutes Jul-Aug: last tour at 7:15 pm, runs every 10-15 minutes Nov-Mar: last tour at 4:15 pm, runs every 20 minutes

Tour runs daily excluding 25 December.

What's Included in the tour

Reserved seats on East Coast Trains Open Top Bus Tour Admissions to Edinburgh Castle Accommodation at a centrally located 3* hotel

What's Excluded in the tour

Gratuities (optional) Food or drinks Guide

Please Note: Once booked this tour is non-refundable Train seats are allocated on first come first serve basis & not guaranteed together. Please double check you have entered the correct email address, as without the e-tickets you cannot travel. If you do not receive the email please contact the reservations team on +44 20 7993 8595 or email info@halaltourismbritain.com Please print all documents; rail and entry tickets. You will need all these documents for your trip.

Adventure Tips

Book early to secure your spot

This popular trip often fills up quickly, so reserve your place well in advance.

Wear comfortable shoes

Edinburgh’s cobbled streets and castle grounds require sturdy footwear for walking tours.

Bring layers for changing weather

Scottish weather can shift unexpectedly, so packing a waterproof jacket is recommended.

Take advantage of the open-top bus

Get panoramic views and photo opportunities by sitting on the upper deck during the tour.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Pigeons in the city squares
  • Squirrels in the Parks

History

Edinburgh's castle has been a royal residence and fortress for centuries, witnessing countless historical events shaping Scotland’s identity.

Conservation

Efforts are ongoing to preserve Edinburgh’s historic sites and promote sustainable tourism practices to protect the city’s architectural heritage.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Sturdy shoes will help you comfortably navigate cobbled streets and castle grounds.

Rain jacket

Essential

A waterproof layer keeps you dry during unexpected rain showers.

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Camera or smartphone

Capture sweeping views, historic sites, and vibrant city scenes.

Layered clothing

Dress in layers to stay comfortable through changing weather conditions.

spring|fall|winter specific