Private The Royal Edinburgh Tour

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About this activity

Explore Edinburgh's Royal connections, which has been the capital of Scotland since the 15th Century and stands proudly on seven hills, from the comfort of your own private vehicle.

Compare Edinburgh's medieval Old Town, where 55, 000 people lived and died in cramped squalid conditions on a steep one mile long street, to the magnificent splendour of the Monarchs official Scottish residence The Palace of Holyrood House, and the cities other Royal Palace within the citadel that is Edinburgh Castle. You will have free time during the day for lunch and to explore some of the other places of interest along "The" Mile. St Giles Cathedral, Parliament Square, John Knox's House, the Canongate Kirk and burial ground and the modern Scottish Parliament Building before you have time to explore Holyrood Palace.

Enjoy undivided attention and learn all about our fascinating Royal City on this 8-hour tour.

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At a glance

Duration: 9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Ecosse Executive

What is included

Included

Included: Driver/guide
Included: Port pickup and drop-off
Included: Live commentary on board
Included: Transport by VIP Class MPV or VIP Class Mercedes minibus

Not included

Not included: Booster and child seats (additional cost)

Itinerary

Royal Mile

2 hours

Medieval Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle

1 h 30 min Admission included

Edinburghs citadel. Photo-stop or optional visit
Palace of Holyroodhouse

1 h 30 min Admission included

The Monarchs official Scottish residence.
The Scottish Parliament

Passing by

Centre of government in Scotland
Calton Hill

30 min

Spectacular panoramic views of the "Old" & Georgian "New" Towns of Edinburgh
Arthur's Seat

30 min

Edinburgh's extinct Volcano & park

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Ocean Mist Leith
Wilde Aparthotels, Edinburgh, Grassmarket
Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Four Points by Sheraton Edinburgh
Turnhouse Airport
BrewDog Doghouse Edinburgh
Premier Inn Waverley
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City Centre by IHG
ibis Styles Edinburgh St Andrew Square
Tigerlily Hotel
Premier Inn Edinburgh Leith Waterfront hotel

and 146 more pickup points

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made

Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
Child age must be advised at time of booking as booster seats can be provided at additional cost
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time