9 Train Experiences in England to Build a Day Around

1.Seven Sisters & South Downs Tour with Train Tickets Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 672 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $117Our pick

Small-group day trip from London to Brighton for Devil’s Dyke, Beachy Head, and the Seven Sisters, with train tickets and transfers included.

“Incredible experience!! Both Ish who transported us from London Bridge station to Brighton and Adam who led us on our 7 hour van tour were both fantastic. Friendly, knowledgeable, kind and organized. Made it a very easy journey traveling with our family of 5 (including our 3 younger children). Learned so much about Sussex region. Saw some of the most gorgeous landscapes I have seen in the UK. Was also so lovely leaving the big city of London for the day. Adam made the whole adventure so wonderful taking such care of our group. I feel like I learned so much about this area and would love to come back…”

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2.Moors, Whitby & The Yorkshire Steam Railway Day Trip from York

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 366 reviews · 8 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $108Best value

York day trip to Hutton le Hole and Whitby, with North York Moors photo stops and optional steam train to Goathland.

“Great tour with excellent driver, because he explained the history about every place where us has passed. I really recommend.”

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3.Paris Explorer Rail Tour from London with Paris Sightseeing Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 111 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $353

Eurostar and a hop-on hop-off bus make a smooth one-day Paris visit from London, with reserved seats and flexible stops at top sights.

“Booked this package as it was cheaper at the time then booking through Eurostar. WIsh we had asked more questions of the person who met us at Kings Cross to give us our tickets. Also it is good to be on time as it took us a while to get through customs and security. We took advantage of the metro pass. However, we did not know that Gare Du Nord was under construction. So finding the correct metro line was a bit a tricky and not too many people spoke English. Also be advised that you have to pay to use the restrooms at Gare Du Nord upon returning and…”

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4.Guided Paris Day Trip from London by Train with Seine Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 103 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $428

High-speed train and guided Paris highlights, capped by a Seine River cruise and afternoon free time. Big sights, tight schedule.

“Anna, our tour guide was amazingly nice and funny. The tour bus trip to the Eifel Tower had great historical views along with the Sienn Boat ride”

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5.Lake District – Rail Tour from London with Cream Tea and Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 75 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $460

Train to the Lake District with Windermere cruise, Beatrix Potter house, Hawkshead, and cream tea, all guided from London.

“Booked first class rail on Saturday. Breakfast -sandwich??, dinner Muffin and cup of tea, no wine??. Comment from Virgin train staff - first class is 'rusbbish' on the weekends' At least in first class we were away from the drunks in stanard class.This train is the London to Glasgow and return so shall we say a wide range of travellers As for the tour - Mountain Goat Tours, Peter our guide was execellent, very knowledgable, took us to all the key locations, lake cruise was good. Would recommend Mountain Goat tour, suggest do first class rail but not on weekends.”

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6.Edinburgh, Loch Ness, The Highlands from London – 3 Day Rail Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 40 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $1,235

3 days by rail from London to Edinburgh and the Highlands, with Edinburgh Castle, an included bus tour, and a Loch Ness day trip.

“The hotel was fantastic! The Haggis Adventures tour to the Highlands and Loch Ness was my favourite part. Thanks for a great trip!”

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7.Liverpool and The Beatles 2 Day Rail Tour from London with Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $630

2 days in Liverpool on reserved trains from London, with Cavern Club entry, Magical Mystery coach tour, Beatles Story, and a Beatles hotel.

“Great overnight trip!Cute town with lots to do including a ton of shopping that's cheaper than in London.The hotel is fabulous and make sure to stay for breakfast - huge spread.Have dinner and drinks at George's.Lovely town and people are super nice!!!!Museums, shopping, food, Beatles... Great two days!! One day is not enough, imo.”

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8.Private Westminster, Whitehall, and Windsor Castle Tour by Train

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $393

Private Westminster, Whitehall and Windsor by train: changing of the guard, government sights, Windsor Castle entry, guided day.

“Dewi was an awesome guide and made our experience memorable! He has a wealth of knowledge and is a great story teller. Thanks for a wonderful day!!!”

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9.Departure Transfer: London Hotels to London Train Stations

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · from $108

Private London hotel to train station transfer with hotel meet-and-greet, disinfected luxury vehicle, and direct drop-off to your station.

“Did not get an adequate size van, only got a taxi without a trunk vehicle for 5 people transport VERY DISSATISFIED”

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