EXCURSION: Private
EXCURSION TYPE: Cultural, Scenic, Shopping
FOOD/BEVERAGE: Snacks, Bottled Water Included
ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy
Step into the past with this exciting day tour of Edinburgh’s venerated castles and chapels.
Your journey begins as you travel to Rosslyn Chapel with its red sandstone exterior, ornate stonework and intricate Italian carvings. Legend has it, a sealed vault lies under your feet that could contain the Holy Grail of the Knights of Templar, ancient sacred scrolls, a piece of the cross of Jesus or his embalmed head, depending on whom you ask. This 13th century chapel and its mysteries were the inspiration for Dan Brown’s book The DaVinci Code.
Continue on to the heart of Edinburgh and the iconic Edinburgh Castle. Built in the 12th century, this fortress contains the Crown Room where the breathtaking Stone of Destiny, jeweled sceptre and crown used in various coronations are on display. Discover St. Margaret’s Chapel, built in 1130 for Scottish royals to privately worship, it is situated behind Mons Meg, the large 6 ton cannon dating back to 1457.
From here you can follow the Royal Mile, the old cobbled road lined with Reformation-era tenement buildings, from the castle rock to the royal residence of Holyrood Palace.
Stop at the elegant New Town, full of gorgeous Georgian architecture, neoclassical buildings and peaceful gardens. Ascend to Arthur’s Seat at the top of an extinct volcano for panoramic views of Edinburgh and beyond.
• Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
• Meeting and assistance by our representative.
• Entrance fees to the monuments.
• Private guide throughout your journey.
• Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
• All Transfers, Sightseeing and Overland drive as per the itinerary by private air-conditioned Transport.
• All taxes.
• Domestic and International Flights.
• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance.
• A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
• Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
• In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
• Sometimes, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
• While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
• Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
