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10 Best Train Experiences In the UK

Britain's best.

The 10 most popular train experiences in the UK. What each one actually includes, who runs it, and what it costs to book.

10 Best Train Experiences In the UK

London: South Downs White Cliffs Day Trip with Train Tickets

London: South Downs White Cliffs Day Trip with Train Tickets - Devil’s Dyke: Views First, Then the Legend

1.London: South Downs White Cliffs Day Trip with Train Tickets

Most Popular★ 4.9

Train to Brighton, then guided walks at Devil’s Dyke, Beachy Head, and Seaford Head for iconic Seven Sisters views in one smooth day.

“Great tour, with lots of stops along the way. Anton was our guide, he was very knowledgeable of the are and the stories, fun and caring as well. The cliffs are super impressive, you get to see them through 3 different angles. Would 10/10 recommend this tour.”

1,441 reviews9.5 hoursFrom $120by Brighton and Beyond Tours

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From Inverness: Jacobite Steam Train and Highlands Tour

From Inverness: Jacobite Steam Train and Highlands Tour - Urquhart Castle to the Commando Memorial: early Loch Ness stops

2.From Inverness: Jacobite Steam Train and Highlands Tour

★ 4.4

A long Inverness day trip to Loch Ness and the Jacobite Steam Train, with guide-led stops and time in Mallaig.

“Everything was exceptional! The train ride was amazing as was all the different stops! Our tour Guide Iain was a great guide with plenty of history and stories about the places we were visiting”

921 reviews12.5 hoursFrom $268by Highland Explorer Tours

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Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise & Train Ride

Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise & Train Ride - Windermere cruise: the easiest way to read the Lake District

From York: Moors, Whitby, and the Yorkshire Steam Railway

From York: Moors, Whitby, and the Yorkshire Steam Railway - Hutton-le-Hole and Blakey Ridge: traditional village England with good photo stops

4.From York: Moors, Whitby, and the Yorkshire Steam Railway

★ 4.8

A full day from York through the North York Moors, Whitby, Goathland, and a choice of steam train or extra seaside time.

“Great way to spend a day sightseeing. Some fantastic photo opportunities, that if you were'nt on this tour, you wouldn't even know these monuments and areas existed. Good value and Alan (diver/guide) was awesome. HIGHLY reccomend”

306 reviews8 hoursFrom $79by Best of Britain – Yorkshire Day Tours

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Liverpool: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise & Train Ride

Liverpool: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise & Train Ride - Bowness-on-Windermere: your first real taste of Windermere life

London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour and Morning Train Ticket

London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour and Morning Train Ticket - London Euston to Leavesden: the day’s transport rhythm

6.London: Warner Bros. Studio Tour and Morning Train Ticket

★ 4.7

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London with round-trip train from Euston and a flexible return, so you can tour at your pace.

“Pretty straight forward. We bought the entry ticket with transportation. We stayed in soho so from there we went to the eustion station and took the trolley to Watford junction. From there as soon as you leave watford station you’ll see the line for the Harry Potter shuttle. Came within 10 mins and took us…”

176 reviewsFrom $130.46by H.I.S. Europe Ltd

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Cardiff: Welsh Castles, Mountains & Steam Railway Day Tour

Cardiff: Welsh Castles, Mountains & Steam Railway Day Tour - Cardiff Castle: a quick taste before the real heavy hitters

7.Cardiff: Welsh Castles, Mountains & Steam Railway Day Tour

★ 4.7

Cardiff to Caerphilly and Brecon by bus, with a steam train ride through the Brecon Beacons and time in Brecon and Merthyr.

“The trip was well-paced, provided sufficient history and local knowledge from a Welsh local. This was very much appreciated. We were not over-whelmed with information but it was imparted in a way easy to digest. It had good coverage of castles and the local area. Great tour - well enjoyed - would definitely use this…”

110 reviews8 hoursFrom $148by Roam Wales

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Guided Paris Day Trip from London by Train with Seine Cruise

Guided Paris Day Trip from London by Train with Seine Cruise - Paris on wheels: panoramic coach tour and what you really get

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

★ 4.5

Fast train, bus highlights, and a Seine cruise from London, plus afternoon freedom in Paris. Great if you want structure fast.

“Opt for the lunch at the Tower. There was a lot of down time if just choosing the time on your own. David, tour guide, was very good with patience, information, attention to detail and giving a sense of safety. Definitely a way to "see" some of Paris if you don't have a lot of…”

103 reviews15 hours (approx.)From $428.14by Premium Tours

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From Inverness: 3-Day Isle of Skye & Optional Steam Train

From Inverness: 3-Day Isle of Skye & Optional Steam Train - Day 1: Loch Ness, derelict Urquhart Castle, and the Jacobite steam train option

9.From Inverness: 3-Day Isle of Skye & Optional Steam Train

★ 5.0

3 days from Inverness to Skye via Loch Ness, the Jacobite steam train, and iconic cliffs and waterfalls, with B&B and ferry.

“Donnie our driver/guide was so much fun and really informative. Helpful and friendly, he made sure my friend and I got on and off the bus safely (we both have slight mobility issues). The Isle of Skye is so beautiful, the mountains and Fairy Pools are breathtaking! Every place we went was so amazing. Our…”

24 reviews3 daysFrom $403by Highland Explorer Tours

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Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, Highlands & Jacobite Steam Train

Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, Highlands & Jacobite Steam Train - Day 1: from Edinburgh’s edge to Glen Coe and on to Skye

10.Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, Highlands & Jacobite Steam Train

★ 4.6

Three days from Edinburgh through Glen Coe and Skye, ride the Jacobite Steam Train, hunt Nessie, and photograph Eilean Donan.

“This trip will always remain a special memory for me. We visited many stunning places, but what truly made the experience fantastic was our guide and driver, Tiegan. Their energy and passion really added to the journey. We covered a total of 18 locations, some in detail and others as quick photo stops. Isle of…”

15 reviewsFrom $504by Haggis Adventures

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