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Edinburgh Castle - Edinburgh Castle was home to kings and queens for many centuries. Queen Margaret (who was later made a saint) died here in 1093. The chapel built in her honour by her son, King David I.
Edinburgh Castle is The Stone of Destiny, the home for eldest crown jewels in Britain -
Royal Mile - The Royal Mile route starts at the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, with Edinburgh Castle to the gates of Holyrood Palace.
Its name comes from its tradition as a processional route for kings and queens for the last 500 years. We will stop
Along the route passing by famous landmark as St. Giles Cathedral, High Street, Parliament Square, John Knox House, Lawnmarket, and Castlehill. We will stop for a brief external visit and photo opportunity to each major site along the Royal Mile - St Giles’ Cathedral - Passing by St Giles is the High Kirk of Edinburgh. This wonderful medieval church dates to the 12th century and boasts a crown spire dated to 1495. John Knox served as a minister here, and the church has hosted the Scottish Parliament.
- Mercat Cross - The Mercat Cross of Edinburgh is a market cross, the structure that marks the market square of the market town of Edinburgh.
- Edinburgh City Chambers - City Chamber of Edinburgh
- John Knox House Museum - John Knox House, popularly known as John Knox’s House, is an historic house reputed to have been owned and lived in by Protestant reformer John Knox during the 16th century.
- Canongate Kirk - The Canongate Kirkyard is the last resting place of many famous and interesting people such as Adam Smith.
- The Scottish Parliament - The Scottish Parliament Building is the home of the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood, within the UNESCO World Heritage Site in central Edinburgh.
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Palace of Holyroodhouse - Holyrood Palace is the Queens official Royal residence in Scotland. By the old tradition, the Queen must spends one week in the palace.
The private residence of Queen Mary scot her apartment is well preserved with all the details.
Enjoy a Cream Tea break with scrumptious sandwiches -
Royal Yacht Britannia - For over 44 years the Royal Yacht served the Royal Family, travelling more than a million nautical miles to become one of the most famous ships in the world and indeed a floating Palace.
Royal Britannia was Prince Charles and Princess Diana’s honey moon Yacht.
- Lunch
- Transport to Royal Yacht Britannia
- Entrance to Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh Castle, Royal Britannia
- All fees and/or taxes included
- Guide gratuity not included
Make the most out of a single day in Edinburgh with our certified Scottish blue badge tour guide, who will lead you to the top sights. Everything is included in our package so there’s no need for concern. We commence by discovering the depths of Edinburgh Castle before heading to the famed Royal Mile. Here we will tread the same paths as the Royals, witnessing historical landmarks and quaint shops on our way to Holyrood Palace. A visit to the palace gives you a glimpse into the lives of Mary Queen of Scot as well as the current Royal Family. Enjoy a restful tea break immersed in the tranquil setting of the historic Holyrood park and the renowned Arthur’s seat. Carry on the journey with a move towards the Britannia Yacht to view a more personal side of the royal life. Cap off the outing with a spree at the Ocean Terminal shopping center or head back to Edinburgh Old Town via local transport, accompanied by your guide.
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