Edinburgh (South Queensferry), Scotland
South Queensferry is the gateway to Edinburgh, the political, commercial and cultural heart of Scotland. Nestled between the Highlands and the Border Hills, Edinburgh is a gracious city noted for its superb skyline, its impressive collection of architecture and its beautiful parks. The streets of the elegant New Town are lined with graceful Georgian buildings, many designed by the great architect Robert Adam. Edinburgh has also exerted a tremendous cultural force on Europe and the English-speaking world. The International Festival has been one of the premier European cultural events for over half a century. Among those who have called the city home are the writers, Robert Burns, James Boswell, and Sir Walter Scott and the philosophers, Adam Smith and David Hume. To stroll the streets of Edinburgh is to experience one of the world's great cities.
Note: South Queensferry is an anchorage port. Passengers transfer to shore via ship's tender.
Points of Interest
- Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle
- Princes Street
- Royal Yacht Britannia
- Holyrood Palace
- Stirling
- St. Andrews
- Floors Castle & Dryburgh Abbey
- Glamis Castle
St. Andrews - Home of Golf
- St. Andrews
Golf Lovers Rejoice! A visit to the medieval town of St. Andrews, the ancestral 'Home of Golf', is an opportunity to see the famed Royal & Ancient Golf Club and the incomparable Old Course. Independently explore the renowned British Golf museum and shop for golf wear and souvenirs.
Shopping Opportunities, Moderate Activity
$69.95
Easy Edinburgh & National Museum (Wheelchair Accessible)
- Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle
- Princes Street
- Holyrood Palace
This departure is space set aside on lift-equipped vehicles for Wheelchair Accessible passengers - please be sure to read the Notes section of the tour description regarding requesting this space. This tour is designed for passengers who prefer to see some sights from the motorcoach with little or no walking involved. Designed for our guests who prefer to see the sights with little or no walking involved, enjoy a relaxing narrated drive through enchanting Edinburgh taking in all the celebrated points of interest and historical sights.
Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity
$89.95
Easy Edinburgh & National Museum
- Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle
- Princes Street
- Holyrood Palace
This tour is designed for passengers who prefer to see some sights from the motorcoach with little or no walking involved. Designed for our guests who prefer to see the sights with little or no walking involved, combine a relaxing narrated drive through enchanting Edinburgh taking in celebrated points of interest and historical sights with a visit to the National Museum of Scotland on Chambers Street.
Easy Activity
$89.95
Edinburgh On Your Own
- Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle
For independent travelers who enjoy sightseeing on their own, this un-guided day in enchanting Edinburgh affords time to explore all the sights you wish to see. A motorcoach brings you to a location and departs to return to your ship at a designated time.
Shopping Opportunities, Moderate Activity
$104.95
Royal Mile Walking Tour
- Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle
- Holyrood Palace
Experience the heart of old Edinburgh on a guided walking tour along the historic Royal Mile. A plethora of significant landmarks provide you with a deeper understanding of Edinburgh's illustrious past. Step inside fabled Holyrood Palace, which was the official residence of Her Majesty the Queen whilst in Scotland. Now the official residence of His Majesty The King in Scotland and explore the exquisitely appointed rooms and grounds.
Strenuous Activity
$104.95
Edinburgh City Drive & Time on Your Own
- Princes Street
- Holyrood Palace
- Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle
Celebrate enchanting Edinburgh on a narrated drive highlighting its principal attractions. This thriving UNESCO World Heritage Site charms with historical offerings and modern delights. Ride along the famed Royal Mile towards Edinburgh Castle, which looms dramatically over the city. A visit inside reveals the magnificent Crown Jewels of Scotland.
Moderate Activity
$139.95
Mary King's Close
- Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle
Explore the subterranean labyrinth of Mary King's Close, the underground alleyways beneath Edinburgh's Royal Mile, on a fascinating tour guided by costumed characters who bring to life Edinburgh during the 17th century. As you walk secret pathways, learn about the residents who once lived here and the intriguing stories of this mysterious place.
Moderate Activity
$139.95
Braveheart Country & Stirling Castle
- Stirling
History buffs and military aficionados will enjoy this thrilling visit to Stirling Castle, located near the scene of William Wallace's great victory. The castle's legacy includes 16 sieges and a series of royal coronations. Additionally, visit Bannockburn where Robert the Bruce's victory over the English secured Scotland's independence.
Shopping Opportunities, Moderate Activity
$139.95
Glamis Castle & St. Andrews
- St. Andrews
- Glamis Castle
History abounds when you travel to two of Scotland's most legendary sights. Step inside Glamis Castle, the setting for Shakespeare's Macbeth, and learn of the ghosts who haunt the grounds. Then, travel to St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf for an opportunity to explore this charming medieval town.
Shopping Opportunities, Moderate Activity
$144.95
Edinburgh Castle & City Drive
- Princes Street
- Holyrood Palace
- Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle
Celebrate enchanting Edinburgh on a narrated drive highlighting its principal attractions. This thriving UNESCO World Heritage Site charms with historical offerings and modern delights. Ride along the famed Royal Mile towards Edinburgh Castle, which looms dramatically over the city.
Moderate Activity
$159.95
Castillo De Edimburgo Y Paseo Por La Ciudad En Automóvil (Guiado En Español)
- Princes Street
- Holyrood Palace
- Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle
Celebrate enchanting Edinburgh on a narrated drive highlighting its principal attractions. This thriving UNESCO World Heritage Site charms with historical offerings and modern delights. Ride along the famed Royal Mile towards Edinburgh Castle, which looms dramatically over the city. A visit inside reveals the magnificent Crown Jewels of Scotland.
Moderate Activity
AUD$159.95
Local Connections: Whisky & Bagpipes with Local Expert
Join local insider Louise Marshall in a quest to discover two of Scotland's most treasured cultural icons-- whisky and bagpipes. This celebration of Scottish culture takes you to the Scotch Malt Whisky Society for samplings of whisky and a lesson in playing the bagpipes!
Moderate Activity
$179.95
Edinburgh, Floors Castle & Dryburgh Abbey
- Princes Street
- Floors Castle & Dryburgh Abbey
Steeped in history, an exploration of the Lowlands, Edinburgh's famed Border Country provides an opportunity to photograph the exceptional ruins of the 12th-century Dryburgh Abbey and the exquisite Floors Castle, still in use today. Your adventure includes lunch in charming Kelso and a narrated drive through Edinburgh.
Shopping Opportunities, Moderate Activity, Includes meal
$239.95
Best of Edinburgh
- Holyrood Palace
- Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle
- Princes Street
Explore Edinburgh Castle and view the apartment where Mary Queen of Scots gave birth to the future King James VI of Scotland. Enjoy some free time to shop before boarding your motorcoach to return to the pier. r.
Shopping Opportunities, Moderate Activity, Includes meal
$239.95
South Queensferry by Private Vehicle - Car Class Half Day (Driver Only)
A private vehicle is the perfect solution for passengers who wish to tour privately or who want the flexibility of designing their own itinerary.
Easy Activity
AUD$979.95
South Queensferry by Private Vehicle - Car Class Half Day (With Guide)
A private vehicle is the perfect solution for passengers who wish to tour privately or who want the flexibility of designing their own itinerary.
Easy Activity
$1299.95
South Queensferry by Private Vehicle - Van Class Half Day (Driver Only)
A private vehicle is the perfect solution for passengers who wish to tour privately or who want the flexibility of designing their own itinerary.
Easy Activity
AUD$1399.95
South Queensferry by Private Vehicle - Van Class Half Day (With Guide)
A private vehicle is the perfect solution for passengers who wish to tour privately or who want the flexibility of designing their own itinerary.
Easy Activity
$1499.95
South Queensferry by Private Vehicle - Car Class Full Day (With Guide)
A private vehicle is the perfect solution for passengers who wish to tour privately or who want the flexibility of designing their own itinerary.
Easy Activity
$1599.95
South Queensferry by Private Vehicle - Car Class Full Day (Driver Only)
A private vehicle is the perfect solution for passengers who wish to tour privately or who want the flexibility of designing their own itinerary.
Easy Activity
AUD$1679.95
South Queensferry by Private Vehicle - Van Class Full Day (With Guide)
A private vehicle is the perfect solution for passengers who wish to tour privately or who want the flexibility of designing their own itinerary.
Easy Activity
$1899.95
South Queensferry by Private Vehicle - Van Class Full Day (Driver Only)
A private vehicle is the perfect solution for passengers who wish to tour privately or who want the flexibility of designing their own itinerary.
Easy Activity
AUD$2099.95