Complete 12-day guide to Edinburgh & Manchester & London, UK with Top attractions and Nature and outdoor and Hidden Gems

Start at National Museum of Scotland at 9 AM - allow 3 hours to explore. Travel 10 minutes by foot to Calton Hill for stunning views at 12:30 PM (1 hour). Next, take a 20-minute bus ride (~£2.50) to Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh at 2 PM - enjoy 2 hours among beautiful flora.

Day 3 starts at Scott Monument at 9 AM - allow 1 hour to explore this iconic landmark. Next, head to The Meadows at 10:30 AM for a relaxing 1.5-hour stroll. Travel is a 15-minute walk (free). At 12:30 PM, visit Dean Village Edinburgh, a picturesque area, requiring a 20-minute bus ride (~£2). Spend 1 hour soaking in the scenery before wrapping up your day.

Day 4 starts at the National Galleries of Scotland at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for your visit. Next, walk to the Royal Mile (15 minutes) for lunch and exploration at 11:30 AM - allow 1.5 hours here. Finally, take a 10-minute taxi to Inverleith (around £7) by 1:30 PM, where you can relax for 2 hours in the gardens.

Day 1 starts at Manchester Art Gallery at 9 AM - allow 90 minutes to explore the collection. Take a 15-minute walk to John Rylands Library, arriving by 11 AM (allow 60 minutes for the visit). Enjoy a 10-minute stroll to Piccadilly Gardens at 12:30 PM and relax for 45 minutes. All locations are within city center, promoting a balanced day of culture and leisure.

Day 2 starts at Science and Industry Museum (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore. Travel by bus (~£2.50) for 10 minutes to Fletcher Moss Botanical Gardens, arriving around 11:30 AM for 90 minutes of leisurely strolls. Next, take a direct tram (~£2.00) for 20 minutes to Castlefield Bowl, arriving around 1:30 PM to enjoy 2 hours of downtime amidst events.

Day 3 begins at The Lowry at 9 AM - allow 3 hours for exploration. Travel 20 minutes by tram (~£3) to Heaton Park, arriving at 12:30 PM - spend 2 hours enjoying the greenery. Then, take a 20-minute tram ride (~£3) to the National Football Museum, starting at 3 PM for 1.5 hours of football history.

Day 4 starts at The Whitworth at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for the art and park. Travel 10 minutes by bus (~£2) to Victoria Baths, arriving at 11:30 AM for a 90-minute tour of the stunning Edwardian swimming baths. At 1:30 PM, a 20-minute taxi ride (~£10) takes you to Chat Moss for an hour of leisure in nature.

Day 5 begins at The Quays at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore. Take a 15-minute tram ride (~£2.50) to The Bridgewater Hall for a 11:30 AM concert. Spend 2 hours here. Then, travel 20 minutes by tram (~£2.50) to Heaton Hall, arriving by 2 PM. Enjoy your final 2-hour visit before ending the day.

Day 1 starts at The British Museum at 9 AM - allow 3 hours to explore its vast collections. Take a 15-minute walk to Covent Garden at 12:30 PM - enjoy lunch and shopping for 2 hours. Finally, a 15-minute taxi ride (~£10) takes you to Hyde Park at 3 PM for a relaxing stroll or people-watching for 2 hours. Attractions are ordered by proximity to the city center.

Day 2 starts at Trafalgar Square at 9 AM - allow 1 hour to enjoy the sights. Take a 10-minute tube ride from Charing Cross to Bank Station (~£2.50) to reach the Sky Garden by 10:30 AM, spending 1.5 hours there for stunning views. Finally, take a 30-minute tube ride (~£3.00) from Monument to Kew Gardens at 12:30 PM for 4 hours of exploration in the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Day 3 starts at The Shard at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for stunning city views. Take a 30-minute walk to St James's Park, arriving at 11:30 AM for 90 minutes of relaxed exploration. Next, enjoy a 15-minute taxi ride to Sky Garden, arriving by 1:30 PM for 90 minutes of beautiful gardens and skyline views. Expect taxi fares around £10-£15 for the ride.