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The Jacobite Steam Train, also known as the Hogwarts Express
Map of Family-Friendly Adventure in England & Scotland - 7 Days
Family-Friendly Adventure in England & Scotland - 7 Days

This weeklong adventure around England and Scotland is terrific for families—and travelers young at heart! Start in London with a ride on the Hop-on, Hop-off Bus, and an interactive "Harry Potter" tour. Then you'll visit Kensington Palace, the Roman Baths, and mysterious Stonehenge before catching the Caledonian Sleeper train to Scotland. On the other side of the border, sample street food and local specialties on a food tour, then ride a Jeep around Cairngorms National Park on a wildlife tour. Finish the itinerary with an unforgettable train ride—best known to Harry Potter fans as the Hogwarts Express—and a boat cruise across the famous Loch Ness.

Tower Bridge amid a moody London sky
Map of Family Fun in London & Highland Adventures in Scotland - 10 Days
Family Fun in London & Highland Adventures in Scotland - 10 Days

Experience the highlights of London and Scotland over 10 days on an itinerary perfect for the whole family. Discover London's famous palaces, enjoy a "Harry Potter" tour, and see ancient archeological sites at Bath and Stonehenge. Take an overnight train to Scotland, walk the historic streets of Edinburgh, visit countryside locales seen in the "Outlander" TV series, and even ride the "Hogwarts Express" amid Highland scenery.

London's iconic Tower Bridge
Map of Family Fun in England: Wizards & Castles - 10 Days
Family Fun in England: Wizards & Castles - 10 Days

Take the family on a magical 10-day adventure around England's capital. It includes all the highlights, from Big Ben and Buckingham Palace to Stonehenge and Windsor Castle. And the thread that ties the whole journey together is an imaginative tale of a boy wizard. This trip includes many "Harry Potter"-themed activities, such as musical productions, soundstage tours, and visiting actual filming locations.

A street performer on the banks of the Thames with St Paul's Cathedral in the background
Map of Family Adventure in England & Scotland: London, Edinburgh & The Highlands - 8 Days
Family Adventure in England & Scotland: London, Edinburgh & The Highlands - 8 Days

"Harry Potter" tours, prehistoric dinosaurs, and plenty of family outings await on this well-paced tour that hits the highlights of London, Edinburgh, and the Highlands over eight days. From ancient Egyptian mummies at the British Museum to William Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, you and the kids will experience the best of the capital's museums and ancient sights. You'll conclude your family vacation with a wildlife adventure in the Cairngorms and a ghost tour in atmospheric Edinburgh.

Take your mini wizards to the iconic King's Cross Platform 9 ¾
Map of Family Fun in London & Oxford: Wizards, Dinosaurs & Royalty - 12 Days
Family Fun in London & Oxford: Wizards, Dinosaurs & Royalty - 12 Days

Fans of "Harry Potter" need look no further! This 12-day itinerary promises plenty of wizarding fun as you and the kids embark on a week in the capital filled with family-friendly food and sightseeing tours. Encounter dinosaurs at the Natural History Museum and snuggle up for a rooftop cinema experience. Then, catch the train to Oxford for tours that weave together the boy wizard's enchanting legacy and the city's ancient university before hot-footing it back to London for a final night.

Head to the River Thames after arrival for views over London skyline
Map of Family Fun in London & Oxford: Wizards, Dinosaurs & Royalty - 11 Days
Family Fun in London & Oxford: Wizards, Dinosaurs & Royalty - 11 Days

Pack your cloak and wand for this action-packed family vacation that ticks off plenty of "Harry Potter" highlights between London and Oxford. Starting in the capital, you'll experience the Changing of the Guard, a thrilling West End show featuring Harry and friends, the dinosaurs of the Natural History Museum, and more. Catch a train to Oxford and delight in your genteel surroundings with a "punt" on the river and a tour of Hogwarts inspirations before returning to London to marvel at the Crown Jewels.

Grab some classic family photo ops as you explore London and Oxford on this 13-day tour
Map of Family Fun in London & Oxford: Museums, Palaces & Wizards - 13 Days
Family Fun in London & Oxford: Museums, Palaces & Wizards - 13 Days

London is a brilliant city for families, as you and your brood are sure to discover on this 13-day highlights tour. A cruise along the River Thames sets the scene for a week of Tudor history, dinosaur discoveries, and immersive "Harry Potter" experiences. Then, hop on the train to Oxford to explore the boy wizard's connection to the town's first-class University and tour the beautiful Cotswolds. Your finale is a day of hands-on fun at the Science Museum followed by a delightful chemistry-themed afternoon tea.

Treat the kids to a day of royal fun and history at Hampton Court Palace
Map of Family Fun in London, Oxford & Bath: Wizards, Castles, Museums & Royalty - 14 Days
Family Fun in London, Oxford & Bath: Wizards, Castles, Museums & Royalty - 14 Days

Discover royal customs, Tudor kings, medieval castles, and, of course, the most famous wizard of all with this two-week family trip that hits all the right notes for "Harry Potter" fans. There's plenty to delight the whole family here as you spend your first week in London, discovering the capital's historical highlights and inspiring museums. Then, begin your five-day road trip west for child-friendly adventures in Oxford and Bath before hot-footing it back to the capital for a final night in London.