Fife, Edinburgh & the Scottish Borders - Enjoy the spectacle that is Edinburgh Tattoo on a tour that will really give you a taste of the rich Scottish heritage. We travel to some of Scotland’s most historic sites in its Border region including its beautiful capital, Edinburgh and enjoy the genuine warm hospitality at our Scottish hotel every evening. Castles, lochs, Scottish entertainment and local pubs are all included on this introduction to Scotland that will leave you hankering for more!
Tour Inclusions:
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3 nights in charming Scottish accommodation
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Driver/guide companion
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Mini-coach transportation throughout
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Full Scottish cooked breakfast daily
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2 x evening meals
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Whisky tasting experience
Entrances included:
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Edinburgh Tattoo ticket
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Edinburgh Castle
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Linlithgow Palace
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Rosslyn Chapel
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Melrose Chapel
This tour departs 0830hrs and returns 1730hrs from:
The Royal Terrace Hotel
18 Royal Terrace
Edinburgh EH7 5AQ
Countries Visited
Day 1: Edinburgh –Dunfermline – Fife – Edinburgh
This morning, we depart Scotland’s Capital, Edinburgh and head to Culross, one of Scotland’s most picturesque towns - home to Culross Palace and the 13th century Culross Abbey. The whitewashed, red-tiled buildings and winding cobbled streets will transport you back in time to 16th and 17th century Scotland. We then make our way to Dunfermline, once the capital of Scotland. Dunfermline’s royal and monastic past dominates the town that boasts a royal palace and a 12th century Abbey, which is the final resting place of Robert the Bruce and the burial site of many Scottish Kings and Queens. From here we travel to Loch Leven, the largest loch in the Scottish Lowlands. Here, the enchanting Loch Leven Castle lies on a peaceful inlet. The castle gained notoriety when it became the prison to Mary Queen of Scots in the 16th century. Before returning to Edinburgh we pass through medieval St Andrews, regarded as the home of golf and the picturesque fishing villages of East Neuk, each with its own distinctive character and charm. (D)
Overnight: Ellersley House Hotel or similar
Day 2: Edinburgh Tattoo
Today is devoted to Edinburgh, Scotland’s famous capital. We spend the morning exploring this fascinating city with its medieval and Georgian architecture and its imposing castle sitting on top of a rugged mound. Edinburgh has much to offer, and you have the afternoon at leisure to further explore or browse in the shops. You might want to grab an early-evening snack, and then it’s time to meet up for the Edinburgh Tattoo, the highlight of our trip. This spectacular show is a fabulous mix of music, dance and display from all over the world, set against the stunning backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. (B)
Overnight: Ellersley House Hotel or similar
Day 3: Edinburgh –Linlithgow – Edinburgh
After a morning at leisure, we travel to Linlithgow this afternoon to visit the magnificent ruins of Linlithgow Palace, set in a beautiful park overlooking the Linlithgow Loch. Discover the history of this great Royal Palace whose origins date back to the 13th century. This evening we will enjoy a final dinner together in Edinburgh. (B, D)
Overnight: Ellersley House Hotel or similar
Day 4: Edinburgh – Scottish Borders – Edinburgh
Today we discover the turbulent history, heritage and culture of the Scottish Borders. This unique area is renowned for its untouched natural beauty, picturesque villages, castles and abbey ruins. Here you will find a strong sense of loyalty and pride; the locals are known for their friendly nature and warm welcome. The Borders is a region famed for its locally made textiles, beautiful tweeds and tartans. This morning we travel to Roslin where we visit Rosslyn Chapel, featured in the best-selling book The Da Vinci Code. We leave Roslin and travel through the Scottish Borders before reaching Melrose, home of the rugby sevens and the burial place of Robert the Bruce’s heart at Melrose Abby. This afternoon we visit the Glenkinchie Distillery in Pencaitland, founded in 1837. Here we tour the production area of the distillery and learn how whiskey is made. Afterwards you are welcomed into the bar for a dram of Glenkinchie Whisky. On our return to Edinburgh our tour comes to an end. (B)
Tour departs at 0830hrs from and returns 1730hrs to:
The Royal Terrace Hotel
18 Royal Terrace
Edinburgh EH7 5AQ
