Edinburgh Shore Excursion: City Tour and Royal Yacht Britannia
When your cruise ship arrives in Edinburgh, get to know Scotland’s capital on this full-day shore excursion. Board a comfortable coach which takes you to visit the Royal Yacht Britannia, the former royal yacht of the British monarchy. Then enjoy a panoramic tour of Edinburgh before stopping to explore medieval Edinburgh Castle, once residence to Scotland’s kings and queens. Use your free time for lunch (own expense) and to explore the famous Royal Mile and see the Palace of Holyroodhouse the official residence of the British Royal Family in Scotland.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Royal Yacht Britannia, Ocean Drive Ocean Terminal, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ Scotland
Visit the former royal yacht of the British monarchy, now situated in Leith. She was in service from 1954 until 1997
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Palace of Holyroodhouse, Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DX, UK
Your Edinburgh Shore Excursion will then travel to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official residence of the British Royal Family in Scotland, for a photo stop. This baroque palace is full of history and is perhaps best known as the home of Mary, Queen of Scots, and was the setting for many dramatic episodes during her short and turbulent reign.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Edinburgh Castle, Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG Scotland
We will travel to the Royal Mile to visit historic Edinburgh Castle, Scotland’s most iconic castle and named the UK’s best heritage attraction in 2014. Spend time touring the castle, learn all about its history and even see the famous Stone of Destiny; the traditional crowning seat of the ancient Scottish monarchs.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 53 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duration: 7 Hours 30 Minutes
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Ports- Port Edgar Marina, Shore Rd, Queensferry, South Queensferry EH30 9SQ, UK
- Newhaven Harbour, Pier Pl, Newhaven, Edinburgh EH6 4LP, UK
- Ocean Terminal, 74 Ocean Dr, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ, UK
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.