The route at a glance
How long to stay in each city and how to get between them. Fares are typical one-way prices per person.
- 1EdinburghDays 1–3Train · 2h 14m · from €26Train times and fares
- 2YorkDays 4–5Train · 1h 50m · from €26Train times and fares
- 3LondonDays 6–8Train · 1h 13m · from €22Train times and fares
- 4BathDays 9–10
Days 1–3
Edinburgh
Edinburgh is a dramatic city of medieval spires, volcanic crags, and literary legend. Scotland's capital enchants with its castle-topped skyline, cobblestone Royal Mile, world-famous festivals, and whisky heritage.
- Edinburgh Castle
- Royal Mile
- Arthur's Seat
- Holyrood Palace
- Scottish National Museum
- Calton Hill
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €630 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€210 a day).
Days 4–5
York
York is England's most complete medieval city, enclosed by 3km of intact walls with a magnificent Gothic minster at its heart. Vikings, Romans, and medieval merchants all left their mark on this atmospheric city of narrow "Snickelways," cobbled streets, and 365 pubs.
- York Minster
- The Shambles
- City Walls Walk
- Jorvik Viking Centre
- National Railway Museum
- Ghost Walks
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €370 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€185 a day).
Days 6–8
London
London is a global metropolis where centuries of history meet cutting-edge culture. From the Tower of London to trendy Shoreditch, the British capital offers world-class museums, iconic landmarks, diverse neighborhoods, and an unparalleled cultural scene.
- Tower of London
- British Museum
- Buckingham Palace
- Big Ben & Westminster
- Borough Market
- Camden Town
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €735 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€245 a day).
Days 9–10
Bath
Bath is England's most elegant city, a UNESCO World Heritage site built from honey-colored Georgian stone around ancient Roman baths. Jane Austen's favorite city offers stunning crescents, thermal spas, excellent tea rooms, and quintessentially English charm.
- Roman Baths
- Royal Crescent
- Thermae Bath Spa
- Bath Abbey
- Pulteney Bridge
- Jane Austen Centre
Mid-range
UpscaleAbout €370 mid-range for hotel, food and sightseeing (€185 a day).
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United Kingdom itinerary: FAQ
How many days do you need in United Kingdom?+
10 days is enough for Edinburgh, York, London and Bath: 3 days in Edinburgh, 2 days in York, 3 days in London, 2 days in Bath. With 7 and 14 days you can follow our 7-day and 14-day route instead.
What is the best way to travel around United Kingdom?+
On this route every leg works by train. Edinburgh to York takes about 2h 14m from €26; York to London takes about 1h 50m from €26; London to Bath takes about 1h 13m from €22. Total time on the move is about 5h 17m.
How much does a 10-day trip to United Kingdom cost?+
Plan on about €878 per person on a budget or €2,105 mid-range for accommodation, food and sightseeing, plus around €73 for the transport between cities. Flights to United Kingdom are not included.