Grand Tour of Britain by Train
Travel to some of the finest places across Britain
Travel some of the finest stretches of Britain's historic rail lines on an expansive 20-day trip.
Begin your rail journey in the gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath, whose evocative history ranges from Roman to Regency. A westward sweep into Wales brings you to Cardiff, with a chance to explore both this vibrant capital and the renowned coastal wonders of the nearby Gower Peninsula.
Next up are the vales and lanes of the ‘Heart of England’, The Cotswolds. A languid region of sylvan landscapes and historic antique-hotspot villages, followed by the Roman city of York, with its fascinating extra weave of Norse history as Viking capital of England. Then discover why generations of writers and artists have been inspired by the Lake District, before heading into England‘s richly storied ‘frontier country’ around Hadrian’s Wall.
Scotland serves up a dizzying array of Caledonian wonders on the final week of your travels, combining the myriad city offerings of both Glasgow and Edinburgh with an unforgettable taste of the Highlands and Islands, taking in the awe-inspiring vistas of Skye and mystical Loch Ness. Add a nostalgic First Class steam trip on the Jacobite Express steam train – famed for its role as the Hogwarts train in the Harry Potter film series – to complete your Grand Tour. McKinlay Kidd’s self-guided trips can be tailormade to suit your specific requirements – just let us know when you enquire.
This grand tour of Britain includes stays in Bath, Cardiff, Chipping Campden, York, Pooley Bridge, Haydon Bridge, Glasgow, Fort William, Skye, Inverness and Edinburgh.
£4895 per person for April, £4995 per person for May, £5095 for June & October and £5195 for July to September.
Prices are based on two sharing ensuite twin or double rooms for 20 nights on a bed & breakfast basis in a selection of characterful small hotels and guest houses carefully selected by McKinlay Kidd.
The supplement for a single traveller is £3750, based on single occupancy of double/ twin rooms.
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Before your departure, you will receive personalised holiday information including full directions and recommended routes from your specified starting point, and suggestions on places to visit depending on your interests and our local knowledge to help you get the most from your holiday.
All itineraries and room types are presented subject to availability at specific hotels.
We work hard to make sure the unexpected doesn’t affect your trip. On rare occasions, changes or cancellations may occur, affecting accommodation, transport or excursions, including the Jacobite Express Steam Train. We are committed to informing you of any such circumstances and will use our knowledge and resources to offer suitable alternatives wherever possible.
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This holiday can be arranged from April to October. In 2024, the Jacobite Steam train will run from the 28th March until the 25th October. Outside these dates the same route can be booked, but a standard train service operates.
Availability is individually checked for a hand-picked selection of smaller hotels, guest houses and other independent businesses, so please bear with us and we will respond in 1-2 working days.
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We guarantee to refund this service charge if you believe that arranging your holiday through McKinlay Kidd has not met your expectations for value. All we ask is that you write to us within 7 days of your return and explain your reason for claiming the refund. This will ensure that we can improve the experience for all our future guests.
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