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Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and Holyrood Palace Shore Excursion

2.8(10)Rated 2.8 out of 5 from 10 reviews8 hFree cancellationBy Your Shore Time
Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and Holyrood Palace Shore Excursion

About this activity

The visiting schedule may vary depending on the Edinburgh port where your ship docks; however, all key aspects of the tour are included regardless of the docking or tendering port.

After meeting your official guide, board an air-conditioned coach and begin with a Drive-By visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia ( Drive-By). Continue to Edinburgh Castle for stunning views and history (entry optional).

Next, visit the Palace of Holyrood House and enjoy a guided stroll along the iconic Royal Mile, passing St Giles Cathedral, the Scottish Parliament, and historic alleys. Time is included for refreshments and photos.

Your guide will provide commentary throughout. Ample breaks are included, and if the ship’s time in port is shortened, visits will be adjusted to ensure on-time return—typically one hour before sailing.

What's included

  • ✓Visit to the Palace of Holyrood house (optional Entry- Entry Ticket not Included)
  • ✓Drive by the Royal Yacht Britannia
  • ✓Guided full day Edinburgh highlights shore excursion
  • ✓Visit to the Scottish Parliament building
  • ✓Visit to Edinburgh Castle (optional Entry- Entry Ticket not Included))
  • ✓Visit to St Giles Cathedral
  • ✓Stroll along the Royal Mile
  • ✓Services of a licensed qualified Guide

Not included

  • ✕Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

  • Our Guide will display a sign with Your Shore time. Your Joining Instructions are dependant on the port that you will be arriving at. Please see below. In the highly unlikely event you are unable to locate your Guide / Driver - please call our Emergency Support Number 00 44 77979 1386
  • After disembarkation, You will be tendered ashore, and at your dis-embarkation point, your guide will be waiting, displaying a sign with ‘YOUR SHORE TIME’.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • After disembarkation, You will be tendered ashore, and at your dis-embarkation point, your guide will be waiting, displaying a sign with ‘YOUR SHORE TIME’.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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