English Homestay: Explore Edinburgh

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Scotland while improving your English language skills. Join our 5-day tour in Edinburgh with native speakers and explore stunning nature spots, historical cities, and local culture.

Duration: 5 days
Cancellation: 6 days
Highlights

Arrival Day

Kinross - On the first you’ll meet your new travel mates and we’ll have food and drinks at the house. Afterwards we take a walk in the local village and around the lake. In the evening there is a welcome dinner to discuss the days ahead.

The Hermitage National Park

The Hermitage Woodland Walk - The Hermitage offers a captivating woodland walk that immerses you in the serene beauty of nature. As you traverse the well-maintained paths, you’ll be surrounded by towering Douglas firs and ancient oak trees, some of the tallest in Britain, creating a majestic, cathedral-like canopy. The trail meanders along the banks of the River Braan, leading you to the breathtaking Black Linn Falls, where the water cascades dramatically into the gorge below. The Hermitage walk is a perfect blend of natural beauty, historical intrigue, and peaceful solitude, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

Edinburgh City Tour

Edinburgh - A chance to see the city. We will see some classic attractions and also some new hidden spots. We start our journey at the beautiful Castle and from there we will explore the capitals landmarks, hidden streets, parks and cafes. In the evening we will go to a local pub for dinner.

Maspie Den

Departure Day

Kinross - Unfortunately all good things must come to an end. After an action packed trip it’s time to leave Scotland.

We will take you back to the meeting point at whatever time you need to make your flight or train on time.

We will have breakfast as always at 9am or we can make something before this if you have an earlier flight. We ask that you leave your room by 11am but you’re welcome to leave your bags at the house and explore our local village and lake one last time.

We are sure you will have a wonderful experience in Scotland. You will see a mix of nature, history, culture and local life. You will also meet new friends on the course and get more confidence speaking English. Until next time!

What's Included
  • Private transportation for your comfort.
  • Exclusive accommodation at our Private House.
  • Enjoy a variety of inclusive meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
  • Travel in comfort with in-vehicle air conditioning.
What's Not Included
  • Flights.
Additional Information

Join our English Speaking courses to see some of the most beautiful places in Scotland. You will stay with our teachers in a private house in a green area just outside Edinburgh. You will be in small international group (max 7 people) which will give you a chance to practice your English for the whole course.

Each day we will have breakfast at home then go out to discover wonderful nature spots, historical cities and local culture. We always take lunch out with us so it can be enjoyed with great views and fresh air. In the evenings we’ll make a home cooked meal and then play some fun games.

As well as all the places listed on our itinerary we have many more exciting surprises, treats and small trips.

We recommend a minimum level of B1 English to get the most out of this course. Our native speakers will always be there to help you throughout the course. The course is also flexible so you’re welcome to enjoy some free time or suggest places you would love to visit.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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Trip67534430007
Aug 30, 2024
Learning English al Fresco in Edinburgh - What a wonferful experiencia I had attending to English al Fresco course in Edinburgh. Not only did I enjoy visiting Edinburgh and all the beautiful surroundings, but also improving my English skills. We played funny games after dinner and the deal with Garry and his team was so nice and friendly that you feel as a part of a family. They know all the interesting-tourist points and take care of you all the time. I hugely recommend it!!
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Silviar0ssi
Aug 21, 2024
Fantastic Experience in Edinburgh - I attended the "English al fresco" course last week in Edinburgh and I found the experience very useful as praticing conversation was actually what I needed and was looking for; sharing everyday life moments was fun and I enjoyed the trips, the classes and the games. The teachers were very patient and helpful and we had great moments together and with the group; last but not least, the food was amazing and the accomodation very new and well equipped; also transportation were really easy because we had our own van and a car to reach the different location. I would highly recommend it and I will definetely repeat it!
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Manhuecas
Aug 21, 2024
Unique experience to live - We met different amazing places in the Edinburgh mountains besides the city itself where we discovered enclaves that inspired J.K.Roulin to write Harry Potter. And different locations where Outlanders was shot. All this while improving our English. He taught us and we did different board games that helped us create an impressive group climate. 100 percent recommended this experience. It's what I needed to improve speaking and listening.
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G7976iimichelav
Jul 10, 2024
English, nature and fun!! - I was in Scotland with Garry and Sophie and the other girls in the group and it was a wonderful experience. I had a lot of fun, we saw beautiful places and had all kinds of experiences: nature walks, Edinburgh city tour and castles .. we even saw the game in a pub!! I left on my own and Recommendation to all those who want to get involved, meet new people, live some really fun days and, of course, try their hand at English... Garry and Sophie are super nice and make you feel really at home!! P.S. I also managed to see sheep in the middle of the street like in movies and on Instagram, now I can check this item off my bucket list.
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Francescacm6025xm
Jul 10, 2024
The perfect combination of holiday and study - Are you looking for a trip different from the usual ones? English Al Fresco is the answer: Garry creates the perfect combination of holiday and study. I've just completed an English course with Garry in Edinburgh with two friends and we highly recommend it. Five incredible days of nature, history, special activities and English.
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Deboraps6709lc
Jun 28, 2024
Beautiful experience - Esperienza bellissima! A perfect mix to visit Edinburgh, take nature walks, speak English with native speakers, meet new people from all over the world and always feel at home. I will definitely come back for another course. Super consigliato!
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Anastasiamt1520oi
May 22, 2024
Amazing experience - My experience has been incredible. I’ve had the opportunity to see many wonderful places. It was nice to meet people from different countries. The accomodation is very comfortable. After this course I felt more confident with speacking english. I highly recommand. Thank's for everything!
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614viktorial
May 22, 2024
Highly recommend this course - If you're looking to improve your English, English Al Fresco offers a well-rounded, enriching program that will exceed your expectations. I recently completed an English course with Garry in Edinburgh, and I highly recommend it. I left the course not only with improved English skills but also with new friends and unforgettable experiences. I am looking forward to joining other adventures with English Al Fresco.
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414elenay
May 22, 2024
Fantastic experience! - Fantastic experience! We stayed in a small Scottish village and it was wonderful to wake up to the birds singing and take a morning walk through the gardens, full of flowers and green meadows with sheep, a true immersion in the heart of Scotland! The rooms are comfortable (bring an adapter for the sockets), the breakfast is typical English sweet and savory, the organization is perfect. It's not the usual lessons, but it's a chance to converse in English in a small group, learn the sayings of native speakers, go for walks in the woods, visit Scottish castles and Edinburgh. I sincerely thank Garry, always ready to lend a hand both with English and for any organizational questions, Daniella, a very nice girl and Ann!
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336queld
May 21, 2024
I will definitely repeat ! - It has been a fantastic experience. I practiced a lot of English and also enjoyed the authentic 'E-dim-bra'. I will definitely repeat
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