What You Will Do
Your Edinburgh Private Day Excursion takes in the stunning capital of Scotland. Edinburgh is our hometown, and like a lot of locals we're proud of our city.
As your excursion is private you call the shots, enjoy the sights & attractions of Edinburgh at your pace. You will take in all the major sights & attractions our capital has to offer, from our mighty castle and cobbled back streets to The Royal Palace along with stunning views from Holyrood Park and over the Forth of Firth we can cover all locations and as it is your day if there is something you want to see Aura will ensure it is added to your itinerary
With so many places to visit our tour allows you to visit the parts of Edinburgh you want to see, just remember this is Your Day, Your Way!
With Door to Door service from Edinburgh and customisable your day is planned in advance to ensure you visit the locations you want, the itinerary lists the possible locations and must be agreed prior to arrival.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Edinburgh Old Town
30 minutes
The Grassmarket One of the oldest parts of the city, and although the architecture has changed the layout retains the historic character of a bustling market place with many taverns and inns along with independent shops to walk around.
2
Edinburgh Castle
1 hour 30 minutes
Edinburgh Castle Mary Queen of Scots gave birth to James VI in the the castle and the tiny bed-closet still survives. In 1996 the Stone of Destiny, Scotland’s coronation stone, was placed in the Crown Room alongside the nation’s Crown Jewels
3
Royal Mile
1 hour
The Royal Mile Explore St Giles Cathedral while walking towards The Scottish Parliament building and the Palace of Holyrood House, stopping to visit Greyfriars Bobby. With Scottish Pubs and Taverns on the route a great place for some lunch.
4
Palace of Holyroodhouse
1 hour
The Palace of Holyroodhouse The official residence of the Queen in Scotland. The palace was home to Mary Queen of Scots for six years and houses beautiful tapestries and paintings.
5
Holyrood Park
30 minutes
Holyrood Park Take a drive through Holyrood Park & around Arthurs Seat, the extinct volcano overlooking Edinburgh with some spectacular views.
6
Calton Hill
30 minutes
alton Hill and the National Monument are situated in Central Edinburgh, east of Edinburgh's New Town.
Marked as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Calton Hill has some of the city's best views and if you get up early, the best sunrises.
7
New Town
30 minutes
Edinburgh New Town Experience the elegance of 18th-century living, designed in 1791 by Robert Adam, Scotland’s foremost 18th-century architect, Charlotte Square was one of the most fashionable and desirable residential addresses in Edinburgh.
8
Royal Yacht Britannia
1 hour
Royal Yacht Britannia where presidents, Kings and Queens were entertained. It was, first and foremost, the home from home of the Royal family when entertaining abroad.
9
Forth Road Bridge
30 minutes
The Forth Bridges Iconic and historic, Scotland's Forth Bridges are a wonder of the modern world. Towering side by side over the Forth, these structures represent the pinnacle of engineering from three centuries and offer a vacation photo to remember
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