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The Edinburgh Tattoo
The Edinburgh Tattoo
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The Edinburgh Tattoo
4 Days Starting and ending in Glasgow, United Kingdom
Visiting: Glasgow, Edinburgh
Tour operator:
Tour code:
98510
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Witness the unforgettable drama, colour and spine-tingling excitement of the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Combine time spent exploring the Scottish capital’s elegant heart and Glasgow with an optional tour of the stunning summer scenery of the Trossachs National Park and a cruise across the waters of fabled Loch Lomond.
Soak up the pomp and pageantry of this magical event – one of the highlights of the Scottish capital's festival season – as massed pipes and drums, dancers, and display teams create a dazzling spectacle.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day One – Fly to Scotland
Location: Glasgow
Accommodation: Hotel
Make your own way or fly to Glasgow. Transfer to your centrally located hotel in the late afternoon where you’ll be welcomed by your tour manager. You’ll then have the rest of the day to explore Glasgow at your leisure, perhaps enjoying dinner at the hotel or one of the nearby restaurants.
Day Two – Included Edinburgh orientation tour and Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Location: Edinburgh
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, you’ll set off to Edinburgh, a beautiful historic city that really buzzes during the famous festival season. Upon arrival, your tour manager will introduce you to the most famous sights before there’ll be free time to explore at your own pace. Seek out Princess Street, the historic Edinburgh Castle set atop Castle Rock, St Giles Cathedral, the Sir Walter Scott monument and the Royal Mile. You might also like to visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the King’s official residence in Scotland while you’re here (entrance payable locally).
To get into the spirit of things, why not call at the Spirit of the Tattoo? This interactive exhibition reveals the story and mythology surrounding the Tattoo and is an ideal way to learn a little more about the history of the famous event.
Later, you’ll return to your coach to make your way to the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle for the performance of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo - it’s a dazzling and unforgettable spectacle.
Highlights include the sight of the massed pipes, drums and military bands as they emerge from the huge castle gates and fill the air with stirring music, and the iconic sight of the lone piper silhouetted against the backdrop of the sky as he patrols the battlements above.
Day Three - Included orientation tour of Glasgow, day at leisure or optional excursion to Trossachs and Loch Lomond
Location: Glasgow
Meals Included: Breakfast
Join your tour manager this morning on a short walking tour of Glasgow, followed by some time at your leisure. Spend some time exploring all that Glasgow has to offer, perhaps visiting the Glasgow Cathedral or City Chambers and strolling through George Square with beautiful views of the historic buildings in the centre of the city. Alternatively, take an optional excursion to the Trossachs and Loch Lomond, an outstandingly beautiful area of mountains, lochs, rivers and woodlands steeped in history. Later in the day, enjoy an hour-long circular cruise on one of the most scenic parts of the Loch, taking in Ben Lomond and the surrounding area. The live commentary on board will ensure that you don’t miss a thing.
Day Four – Return Journey
Location: Glasgow
Meals Included: Breakfast
Check out of the hotel and return to Glasgow airport today for your journey back home or make your own way.
What's Included
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Three nights' bed and breakfast accommodation
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A seat for the Edinburgh Tattoo* (upgrade tickets available)
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A short orientation tour of Edinburgh
Hotel transfer times
The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 20 - 30 minutes depending on your chosen hotel.The transfer time from your Hotel to the Edinburgh Tattoo is approximately 60 - 70 minutes.Combining hotel transfers
We sometimes need to combine transfers to and from your hotel. We always try to keep any wait to a minimum, but you may be asked to wait at the airport for up to an hour, while other incoming flights arrive, before the transfer to your hotel. Similarly, we may need to transfer you back to the airport up to three hours before your flight home departs.Ticket upgrades
You may like to upgrade your seat for the Tattoo. The seats are located in stands in a U shape around the castle esplanade. The more expensive the seats, the further away they are from the open part of the U, which is where the acts emerge onto the esplanade.*Cat B ticket included, you may be required to pay a surcharge at checkout to upgrade your ticket based on limited availability.
Access to the Tattoo
Disabled access
The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please let us know at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made.Itinerary changes
Occasionally, for operational reasons, we may have to change the order of the excursions on your holiday. The final day-by-day itinerary will be confirmed on your Final Travel Documents, which you will receive approximately three weeks prior to your departure.Travelling to Europe
Names - It is very important that all passenger names are exactly as per your passport although we do not require middle names.
Passport - Your passport must meet two requirements to travel to an EU country and to Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. It must be: Less than 10 years old on the day you return home (please check the "date of issue") and valid for at least 3 months after the day you return home (please check the "expiry date").
Visa - You do not need a visa for short trips to most EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. You’ll be able to stay for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period.
European Travel Information & Authorisation System (ETIAS) - Commencing in late 2023 or 2024, all citizens of the United Kingdom will require a ETIAS electronic form completed prior to their arrival into the EU and Schengen member countries. The cost for this travel authorisation will be €7.00 per person with exceptions for under 18’s and over 70’s. The latest information and further details can be found at www.etias.com.
Special requirements
If you have notified us of any special requirements, please check that they have been noted and acknowledged. This is especially important with any dietary needs you may have.Mode of Transport
Travel includes return flights to Glasgow, with convenient coach travel and transfers throughout the tour, ensuring a seamless journey between destinations.Accommodation
Enjoy three nights of bed and breakfast accommodation in a centrally located hotel in Glasgow, providing easy access to explore the city's attractions and nearby dining options.Hotel transfer times
The transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 20 - 30 minutes depending on your chosen hotel.The transfer time from your Hotel to the Edinburgh Tattoo is approximately 60 - 70 minutes.Combining hotel transfers
We sometimes need to combine transfers to and from your hotel. We always try to keep any wait to a minimum, but you may be asked to wait at the airport for up to an hour, while other incoming flights arrive, before the transfer to your hotel. Similarly, we may need to transfer you back to the airport up to three hours before your flight home departs.Ticket upgrades
You may like to upgrade your seat for the Tattoo. The seats are located in stands in a U shape around the castle esplanade. The more expensive the seats, the further away they are from the open part of the U, which is where the acts emerge onto the esplanade.*Cat B ticket included, you may be required to pay a surcharge at checkout to upgrade your ticket based on limited availability.
Access to the Tattoo
Disabled access
The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please let us know at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made.Itinerary changes
Occasionally, for operational reasons, we may have to change the order of the excursions on your holiday. The final day-by-day itinerary will be confirmed on your Final Travel Documents, which you will receive approximately three weeks prior to your departure.Special requirements
If you have notified us of any special requirements, please check that they have been noted and acknowledged. This is especially important with any dietary needs you may have.Travelling to Europe
Names - It is very important that all passenger names are exactly as per your passport although we do not require middle names.
Passport - Your passport must meet two requirements to travel to an EU country and to Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. It must be: Less than 10 years old on the day you return home (please check the "date of issue") and valid for at least 3 months after the day you return home (please check the "expiry date").
Visa - You do not need a visa for short trips to most EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. You’ll be able to stay for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period.
European Travel Information & Authorisation System (ETIAS) - Due to commence in 2025, all citizens of the United Kingdom will require a ETIAS electronic form completed prior to their arrival into the EU and Schengen member countries. The cost for this travel authorisation will be €7.00 per person with exceptions for under 18’s and over 70’s. The latest information and further details can be found at www.etias.com.
Check out our Q&As
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What is included in the Edinburgh orientation tour?
The Edinburgh orientation tour includes an introduction to the city's most famous sights by your tour manager, followed by free time to explore at your own pace. You can visit places like Princess Street, Edinburgh Castle, St Giles Cathedral, the Sir Walter Scott monument, and the Royal Mile.
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What can I expect during the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo performance?
During the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, you will witness a dazzling spectacle featuring massed pipes, drums, and military bands emerging from the castle gates. The performance includes stirring music and the iconic sight of a lone piper silhouetted against the sky as he patrols the battlements.
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Is there an optional excursion available during the tour?
Yes, there is an optional excursion to the Trossachs and Loch Lomond. This excursion includes a visit to a beautiful area of mountains, lochs, rivers, and woodlands, as well as an hour-long circular cruise on Loch Lomond with live commentary.
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What is the accessibility like for the Edinburgh Tattoo?
Access to the Tattoo involves a short but steeply inclined walk of 80 meters up Castlehill, followed by a further 60-meter walk and steps up to the spectator stands. Wheelchairs can be sited at ground level under the North stand, and disabled toilets are available on the Esplanade.
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Are there any special requirements I need to be aware of for the tour?
If you have any special requirements, such as dietary needs or if you are bringing a wheelchair, please notify the tour operator at the time of booking to ensure appropriate arrangements can be made.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1983
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Vaccination Requirements
Your health and safety are pivotal to our operations, and every customer travelling on a tour with us must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Fully vaccinated means that you have had the full course of an approved vaccine a minimum of 14 days prior to your holiday. We also recommend that you travel with proof that you’ve been fully vaccinated.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Our company’s mission is to enrich lives and improve wellbeing through travel. A big part of that is ‘Travel for Good’. Our ‘Travel for Good’ hub is our first step in a long journey to reduce carbon, offset anything we produce as a company and travel without harming the planet or the people of the destinations we go to.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Fitness to Travel
We strive to give all our customers full care and attention, but we do need to know at the time of booking if there are any special needs or requirements. It is particularly important that we are advised of any disabilities and also if you intend to bring any specialist equipment such as a wheelchair with you. Please make sure that you make us aware of any requirements.
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Your health and safety are pivotal to our operations, and every customer travelling on a tour with us must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Fully vaccinated means that you have had the full course of an approved vaccine a minimum of 14 days prior to your holiday. You can find the travel restrictions for different countries on www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice. We also recommend that you travel with proof that you’ve been fully vaccinated.
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