ASA have won the coveted ‘Tour Operator/DMC of the Year’ award 8 times. UK Inbound Awards for Excellence
There’s plenty of attractions to be visited in Scotland, and there’s no better city for a weekend of culture and excitement than Edinburgh. A beautiful mix of cobbled streets, narrow courtyards and medieval architecture, this city is known for its captivating art and culture scene and thriving nightlife and you can discover it in this Edinburgh City Break!
Arrive at Edinburgh Airport and get your pre-booked transfer to city hotel. Edinburgh knows how to welcome travelers with grace and charm. She also knows how to kick up her heels and enjoy a nice shot of Scotch Whisky after a festival. The hill that Edinburgh Castle stands upon has been Scotland’s remarkable silent witness since the Bronze Age. Today her streets are filled with cutting-edge galleries and museums, tributes to the love of literature and music, fine cuisine, quirky shops, theater, and an extravagance of festivals, all of which you will discover in this Edinburgh city break. Four ancient streets, called the Royal Mile, are the main thoroughfare. Running through medieval Edinburgh with her 66 alleys, tumbling shops, cobblestones, and tight homes the Royal Mile takes you to New Town. Join a sightseeing city tour and discover the stories, secrets and sights of the city. Visit the iconic Edinburgh Castle which is located at the top of the Royal Mile, at the west end of Edinburgh's Old Town. From its lofty position on Castle Rock, the castle dominates the Edinburgh skyline, and is impossible to miss! Read more
Continue the Edinburgh city break, as it is time to visit the official residence in Scotland of Her Majesty The Queen, The Palace of Holyrood House. This beautiful palace sits at the bottom of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, sheltered by Arthur’s Seat. The Palace of Holyrood House is located in the heart of the City of Edinburgh. The famous Royal Mile connects Edinburgh Castle at its western end and Holyrood to the east. Holyrood has many strong ties in Scottish history, and is well-known for being the home of Mary Queen of Scots. Also while on this Edinburgh city break, visitors can view the stunning Royal Apartments, which show the different tastes of each monarch with fine plasterwork ceilings and decadent furnishings. it is now time for an inntroduction to the world of whisky, time for The Scotch Whisky Expereince, a five star visitor attraction at the top of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, where they have been inspiring visitors to Edinburgh about the joys of Scotch whisky for over 30 years. Rest and prepare for and escape from the city in a Loch Ness tour the following day. Read more
Myths, monsters, and mountains: this tour is the best way to see Scotland in a day. Journey deep into the Highlands of Scotland on this monster-sized day Loch Ness tour,. You hear the legendary stories of the Jacobites, gaze into gorgeous Glencoe, and get a chance to spot the mythical Loch Ness Monster. The Loch Ness tour is packed with bewildering beauty and perfect if you’re short on time and want to see as much of Scotland as you can. Read more
Another day ahead where you can immerse into all Edinburgh has to offer. if shopping is your thing, you’ll find numerous luxury brands on the high street or head to Stockbridge for vintage finds. Harry Potter fans can’t miss the Elephant House Cafe where JK Rowling wrote much of the series, and kids will love the optical illusions of Camera Obscura. Continue the Edinburgh city break and discover the floating palace that served the British Royal Family for over forty years from 1954. This magnificent ship has played host to some of the most famous people in the world. But, above all, she was home to Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family. Royal Yacht Britannia is berthed at Ocean Terminal, Leith - just 2 miles north of the heart of Edinburgh. Majestic Tour Buses depart regularly from Waverley Bridge in the centre of town, and stop at the Royal Botanic Gardens en route. Read more
Here ends your Edinburgh city break as it is time for your transfer back to the airport for flight back home.
ASA have won the coveted ‘Tour Operator/DMC of the Year’ award 8 times. UK Inbound Awards for Excellence
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