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Edinburgh Private Day Tour | The Royal Experience from Glasgow

11 Reviews 4.55 out of 5 stars Based on 11 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Glasgow, Scotland

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8 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Your Edinburgh Private Shore Excursion | The Royal Expereince 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 day tour is private you can customise the day to suit, and enjoy the sights & attractions of Edinburgh at your pace. Our Royal Experience focuses on the locations that have a connection to the Royal family, from our mighty Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Miles cobbled streets to The Royal Palace of Holyrood along with the Royal Yacht Britannia.

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 Glasgow or Greenock Cruise Port 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.

What's Included

  • Wi-Fi Access
  • Services & Stories of a Scottish Local
  • Door to Door Service from Glasgow or Greenock Cruise Port
  • Gratuities (Passenger Discretion)
  • Edinburgh Castle
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Grassmarket Square

Once a medieval market place and site for public executions, the Grassmarket area is now a vibrant area buzzing with eclectic shops. Its detailed medieval architecture, stunning castle views and dynamic atmosphere make it one of the city’s most-loved areas, frequented by tourists, students and professionals alike. Though Grassmarket executions ceased in 1784, some of the traditional area’s pubs, such as The Last Drop and Maggie Dickson's, keep alive the bloody tale of a chequered past. The White Hart Inn has played host to some famous patrons, including Robert Burns. Fashion fans will uncover a wealth of gems at Armstrongs Vintage Emporium, a haven of retro clothes and quirky accessories, while Fabhatrix offers beautiful hand-made hats and accessories, perfect for a Scottish summer shower or winter frost. Your final location on completion your Chauffeur will drive you to your accommodation or Cruise Ship.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Edinburgh Castle

Explore Edinburgh Castle at your own pace, our castle is one of the most exciting historic sites in Western Europe.Set in the heart of Scotland’s dynamic capital city, it is sure to capture your imagination. The scenery will take your breath away.There are many ways to experience Edinburgh Castle. Go straight to a preferred option, follow an itinerary, or allow an audio guide to show you around.Edinburgh Castle is alive with exciting tales of its time as a military fortress, royal residence and prison of war.When you climb Castle Hill, you will walk in the footsteps of soldiers, kings and queens and even the odd pirate or two.Exploring Edinburgh Castle is a highlight of any Scottish adventure, memories will be created and long remembered.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Mile

Edinburgh’s Royal Mile is the heart of Scotland’s historic capital. Running through the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, connecting Edinburgh Castle, with the Palace of Holyroodhouse.The Mile is overlooked by impressive, towering tenements, between which cobbled closes and narrow stairways interlock to create a secret underground world.Peppered with superb attractions and historical sites including St Giles’ Cathedral and some of the best eating and drinking spots in the city, the Royal Mile offers much to see and do.A great location to stop and take lunch whilst taking in some Scottish hospitality.The Royal Mile section is explored on foot, due to vehicle restrictions we are unable to drive the Royal Mile in full.Your driver will be on hand if the walk is a little too much, you can be collected and taken to The Palace of Holyroodhouse for your next stop if required.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Palace of Holyroodhouse

The Palace of Holyroodhouse The official residence of the King in Scotland. Open throughout the year, the Palace of Holyroodhouse stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Explore the Palace's close associations with some of Scotland’s most well-known historic figures such as Mary, Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie, and learn how today it is used by The King when carrying out official engagements in Scotland. At the Palace of Holyroodhouse, visitors can explore magnificent historic and State Apartments, the beautiful ruins of the 12th-century Holyrood Abbey and remarkable royal gardens, all with a complimentary multimedia tour in 10 languages.Today, the State Apartments are used regularly for State ceremonies and official entertaining. The Palace is closed when in use by the Royal Family.If you wanted to Tour the Palace Itinerary will need to change.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Calton Hill

Calton 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.Calton Hill is also resident to some iconic Scottish monuments and buildings. Monuments include the National Monument, Dugald Stewart Monument, Nelson’s Monument, the Old Royal High School, Robert Burns Monument, Political Martyrs’ Monument and also the City Observatory.The City Observatory is now home to Collective, a free, contemporary art space with a programme of world-class exhibitions, events, workshops and discussions from ground-breaking local and international artists.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Yacht Britannia

Follow in the footsteps of Royalty and explore this floating Royal residence with a fascinating audio tour of five decks. The Royal Yacht Britannia played host to some of the world’s most famous people, from Nelson Mandela to Winston Churchill, but above all was home for the British Royal Family for over 40 years. Now berthed in Leith, Edinburgh, you can discover the heart and soul of this most special of Royal residences. You'll receive a truly warm welcome at Britannia's Visitor Centre in Ocean Terminal before you step aboard this famous ship where you will discover the history of Royal Yachts and view displays and historical photographs of Britannia's fascinating past before boarding The Royal Yacht Britannia. What will you see? Tour Britannia’s five decks Feel like the captain of the ship in the Bridge and See Queen Elizabeth II's favourite room the Sun Lounge Discover below decks in the Crew’s Quarters.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Edinburgh Royal Mile - This is explored on Foot Only
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Edinburgh Private Day Tour | The Royal Experience from Glasgow?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Services & Stories of a Scottish Local
  • Door to Door Service from Glasgow or Greenock Cruise Port
  • Gratuities (Passenger Discretion)
  • Edinburgh Castle
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
  • The Royal Yacht Britannia

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  • Edinburgh Royal Mile - This is explored on Foot Only
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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