With its Victorian and Georgian architecture and its winding medieval streets, Edinburgh is one of Europe's most enchanting cities. From stunning Edinburgh Castle perched atop an extinct volcano to the city's vibrant arts and culture scenes, Edinburgh is both ancient and modern, elegant and fun.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Edinburgh

Depart from the U.S. on an overnight transatlantic flight bound for Scotland.

Day 2 - Edinburgh

Touch down in Edinburgh. After clearing customs, you'll be met by a Go Ahead representative, who will escort you to your hotel and assist with check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to begin exploring the city. Tonight, you might enjoy joining your group for an optional dinner in Edinburgh's Old Town.
Included meals: breakfast (in flight)

$79 USD

Dinner in Edinburgh Tonight, become acquainted with your group while you enjoy a traditional Scottish meal. Specialties might include shortbread, smoked salmon, kippers, Scotch broth, venison, oatcakes, jelly, jam, and of course, haggis.

Day 3 - Edinburgh

Explore Scotland's capital city today. Or opt for a guided tour, which includes avisit to Edinburgh Castle, a centuries-old stronghold whose fortifications perch atop an extinct volcano crater in the heart of Edinburgh. Here, you can view the Scottish crown jewels as well as the Stone of Scone, returned to Scotland in 1997, a full 700 years after an English king stole it away.

For the rest of your stay, the city of Edinburgh is yours for the exploring. Browse the enticing shops of the Royal Mile and Princes Street. You might also enjoy touring Holyroodhouse Palace, the setting for royal ceremonies, including the knighting of Sir Sean Connery and other Scottish notables. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to Abbotsford House, former home of Sir Walter Scott, and Melrose Abbey.
Included meals: breakfast

$69 USD

Abbotsford House & Melrose Abbey Travel through the Borders region to Abbotsford House, the 19th-century estate of Sir Walter Scott.The excursion then continues with a visit to the ruins of Melrose Abbey, one of the most impressive of the four Borders abbeys. Please note: Access to Abbotsford House involves a short but steep walk.

$85 USD

Edinburgh Sightseeing A local guide leads this morning’s comprehensive sightseeing tour of Edinburgh, from the elegant Georgian New Town to the Royal Mile. The tour includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle.

Day 4 - Edinburgh

Explore the art of Edinburgh today with a visit to the National Gallery on the Mound, to see the best in both International and Scottish art. Or you can venture to Trossachs National Park and Stirling Castle, made famous by Braveheart's William Wallace, on today's optional excursion.
Included meals: breakfast

$115 USD

Trossachs & Sterling Castle Stretching from the rugged Highlands to the gentle Lowland slopes, Trossachs National Park has wild mountain glens, towering giants, rolling hill country, rivers, woodlands and lochs. Enjoy the ever-changing scenery as you travel towards Stirling, Edinburgh's "little sister."

Day 5 - Edinburgh

Today is yours to spend how you wish. You might continue your explorations of Edinburgh's art and culture with a visit to the Fruitmarket Gallery in Market Street, to view the best in contemporary art. Or you can embark on an optional excursion to the nearby city of Glagow.
Included meals: breakfast

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Glasgow Today, you’ll discover Glasgow on a Tour Director-led sightseeing of the Kelvingrove area.

Day 6 - Edinburgh

Spend the day browsing the shops lining Princes Street and the Royal Mile, and take in the city's marvelous Victorian and Georgian architecture. Once you sit down to lunch, you'll discover why Edinburgh is named one of the most desirable places to live. Or you can embark on an excursion to St. Andrew's, said to be the birthplace of golf.
Included meals: breakfast

$99 USD

St. Andrews Pass by the buildings of St. Andrews University, founded by Mary Queen of Scots in the 16th century. Also included is a visit to the nearby ruins of the city’s cathedral, once Scotland’s most magnificent church, and the British Golf Museum, where you’ll discover the story of golf from its origins and the middle ages to the present day with diverse displays and exciting interactives. Explore tournaments and equipment, both past and present.

Day 7 - Edinburgh

Take a day to kick back and enjoy the greener side of Edinburgh. Located right in the center of the city, Princes Street Gardens is the perfect place to take a break from sightseeing, enjoy a picnic and sit back and admire the castle. Holyrood Park feels like a bit of the country in the middle of the city, and the Royal Botanical Gardens should not be missed. Tonight, you can opt to join your group for a fun and festive Scottish Ceilidh, followed by dinner.
Included meals: breakfast

$115 USD

Scottish Ceilidh A ceilidh is a long-standing ritual of celebration in this region. Enjoy this special evening of Scottish tradition. Along with a savory dinner of local favorites, the evening includes folk dancers, bagpipers, fiddlers, and the “Ceremony of the Haggis.” Please note: This optional is seasonal from May to September.

Day 8 - Edinburgh

After breakfast, transfer to the airport and board your flight home.
Included meals: breakfast (In case of early departures, breakfast may not be included.)