Castles, Coasts & Cathedrals: A 10-Dayс UK Rail Escape
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Castles, Coasts & Cathedrals: A 10-Dayс UK Rail Escape

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Created: Friday, October 31, 2025
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851 €
Based on 2 adults
Created: Friday, October 31, 2025
Destinations: London, United Kingdom , Cardiff, United Kingdom , York, United Kingdom , Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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20 Nov
1. London
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About the destination: Of all European capitals, London lives deepest in the imagination of travelers. We absorb London before we know it exists and when we finally approach the city, it does not disappoint. There are the red double-deckers, the bobbies and impassive guards at Buckingham, Westminster Abbey, and the notes of Big Ben, sounding familiar, as we have heard them before. We see these things with satisfaction. Yet there is much to surprise. London is not quaint. London is not a museum, though you could spend all of your time going from one to the next. It is a booming, urban sprawl, with traffic snarls, shops, and an astonishing international population. Visit the many monuments with nearly a millennium's worth of history, from the grave of Chaucer to the pub where the captain of the Mayflower drank to Piccadilly Circus, one of London’s most photographed sights. But don’t miss contemporary London, with its intensely active theatres, international cuisine, political demonstrations, the latest in music and fashion, punks and peers, and everyone in between. In 1777, writer Samuel Johnson said when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life, and the phrase is still true. There's something different to experience every day in London.
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20 Nov
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3 Nights
23 Nov
Transport from London to Cardiff
Great Western Railway - GWRGW6707
10:45 - London Paddington
12:33 - Cardiff Central, Gwent
1h 48m Nonstop Fare: Standard (Semi Flex)
Cabin Class: STANDARD
23 Nov
2. Cardiff
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About the destination: The capital of Wales, considered the youngest capital of Europe, is a lively metropolis, modern and Victorian, in which contemporary buildings coexist in harmony with old nineteenth century buildings. Cardiff is an exquisite blend of the old and the new. Cardiff castle stands proudly on the edge of an immense park while a display of architectural fantasy adorns the streets of Georgian houses. The biggest tourist attraction in town is the eleventh century castle built on an ancient Roman castle. Today the castle is a real mix of styles and buildings, being perhaps the most prominent the Norman tower. Climb to the top of the tower for a priceless view of the city. Cardiff Bay, the city’s port, has been fully restored and has reunited the Welsh capital with the sea. Cardiff Bay has spectacular buildings, including the Millennium Stadium and Millennium Centre. The Millennium Stadium is the international sports village and the Millennium center is the cultural hub of the city with exciting plays and operas. The city also has world-class museums and galleries. The National Museum of Wales has collections of natural history and geology, plus an art gallery. St Fagan’s Museum is an open-air collection of re-erected historic buildings brought in from all over Wales. It offers a walk through Welsh history from Celtic times to today. Wales' capital city is a vibrant destination, replete with stylish bars, restaurants, hotels and historical attractions that will not disappoint visitors.
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23 Nov
Accommodation
2 Nights
25 Nov
Transport from Cardiff to York
CrossCountry - XCOUNTRYXC1120
09:45 - Cardiff Central, Gwent
14:30 - York
4h 45m Nonstop Fare: Standard (Semi Flex)
Cabin Class: STANDARD
25 Nov
3. York
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About the destination: Graced by the heavenly Minster and bridges arching over the River Ouse and Foss, York will gently entice you into ancient, rose-coloured precincts. York has long been protected by magnificent 13th century walls, still standing in most parts of the city. These arch over the four chief gates to the city: Micklegate, Bootham, Monk and Walmgate. Beware, in York, the streets are called gates, the gates are called bars and the bars are called pubs. York’s enchanting mazes are crammed with sightseers, but despite the crowds, the city’s vast treasury of history is well worth exploring. A lovely introduction to York is a promenade along the city’s medieval walls. Start at Bootham Bar and walk toward Monk Bar. This is the most beautiful part of the wall, with glimpses of the Minster through the trees. The magnificent Minster is estimated to contain more than half the medieval stained glass in England. The Great East Window is the largest stained-glass window in the world. Ascend the 275 steps of Lantern tower for a broad panorama and visit the Undercroft Museum for an archaeological and architectural history of the site. The Castle Museum is a must, it is one of the best folk museums anywhere. Visit Kirkgate, a cobbled reconstruction of a Victorian street that will transport you back in time. A city dominated by history, York is the perfect place for those with a love of the past. But York is much more than just a heritage city, its pubs are noted for its lively atmosphere and live folk music.
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25 Nov
Accommodation
2 Nights
27 Nov
Transport from York to Edinburgh
CrossCountry - XCOUNTRYXC1020
09:32 - York
12:07 - Edinburgh, Scotland, Edinburgh Waverley, Edinburgh
2h 35m Nonstop Fare: Standard (Semi Flex)
Cabin Class: STANDARD
27 Nov
4. Edinburgh
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About the destination: Capital of the medieval kingdom of Scotland, Edinburgh is arguably the most beautiful city in Northern Europe. Still the centre of Scotland’s autonomous administrative establishments, Edinburg has become neither too modernized to be cold nor too large to be unattractive. Medieval alleyways cluster around an imposing castle, elegant 18th century townhouses sweep around lush parks, and culture thrives. Unquestioned centrepiece of the city, Edinburgh Castle looms into view around street corners for miles around. 11th century Queen Margaret’s Chapel, the oldest building in Edinburg, is contained within the castle walls. Walking towards the palace, you’ll pass the medieval dwelling called Gladstone’s Land, and Lady Stair’s House, a 17th century town house containing memorabilia of Scotland’s literary trinity of Burns, Scott and Stevenson. The final lap of the Mile, the city's old quarter, is the Canongate Tolbooth that houses the People's Story Museum and is one of its most recognizable landmarks. For a sweeping view of the city, climb Arthur’s Seat, a dormant volcano located in Holyrood Park. Calton Hill offers, as well, beautiful views of Edinburgh. But there's more to Edinburgh than sightseeing. For some urban flair check in to Stockbridge, a quaint community full of students, coffeeshops and good pubs. Every August the city celebrates the Edinburgh International Festival, three weeks of the finest music, theatre, opera and dance. Thousands of culture-minded visitors congregate here and the city does its best to keep them happy.
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27 Nov
Accommodation
2 Nights
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