Royal Holyrood and the Best of Edinburgh

Royal Holyrood and the Best of Edinburgh

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Royal Holyrood and the Best of Edinburgh

5 Days Starting and ending in Scotland, United Kingdom

Visiting: Peebles, Edinburgh, Rosslyn, Three Bridges Cruise and Peebles

Tour operator:

Shearings

Tour code:

sukrhbe

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Trip Styles:

Luxury

Interests:

Cultural, History

Tour Overview

Explore the best of the Scottish capital from Royal palaces and the magnificent Rosslyn Chapel to a cruise to view the Three Bridges.

Highlights

  • Explore the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official Scottish residence of the King, with its intriguing history linked to Mary Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie.

  • Discover the vibrant city of Edinburgh, with its quirky independent stores, famous Royal Mile, and the imposing Edinburgh Castle.

  • Visit the magnificent Rosslyn Chapel, renowned for its ornate stonework and mysterious symbolism, famously featured in 'The Da Vinci Code'.

  • Enjoy a scenic cruise on the Firth of Forth, taking in spectacular views of the Three Bridges and the Edinburgh skyline, with a chance to spot seals and puffins.

  • Stroll through the charming town of Peebles, nestled by the River Tweed, and explore its pretty town centre.

Places You'll See

Edinburgh city skyline from Calton Hill, Scotland

Edinburgh city skyline from Calton Hill, Scotland

Victoria Street in Edinburgh Old Town, Scotland

Victoria Street in Edinburgh Old Town, Scotland

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Military Tattoo Celebrations

Edinburgh Military Tattoo Celebrations

View of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland

View of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland

Itinerary

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Day 1

Location: Peebles

Accommodation Name: hotel for four nights

Meals Included: Dinner

Local departure or Home Connect service to Scotland and our hotel for four nights. Relax and enjoy dinner tonight with your fellow passengers.

Day 2 : Edinburgh and the Palace of Holyroodhouse

Palace of Holyroodhouse
St Giles Cathedral
Royal Mile
Dean Village
Edinburgh city skyline from Calton Hill, Scotland
Edinburgh Castle
Royal Mile
Victoria Street in Edinburgh Old Town, Scotland
St Giles Cathedral
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle
View of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland
View of Edinburgh from Arthur's Seat
View of Edinburgh from Arthur's Seat
Princes Street Gardens
View of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland
Princes Street Gardens
Dean Village
Victoria Street in Edinburgh Old Town, Scotland
Edinburgh city skyline from Calton Hill, Scotland
Edinburgh Military Tattoo Celebrations

Location: Edinburgh

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast today, we head to Edinburgh, where you'll find quirky independent stores alongside well-known brands, plus a whole range of attractions waiting to be discovered! We will also enjoy an included visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official Scottish residence of His Majesty the King. Located at the bottom of the Royal Mile, this Royal palace has an intriguing history with its association with Mary Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie. Visit the state apartments and throne room and the great gallery. You will then have free time in Edinburgh to explore at your own pace. The imposing castle is well worth a visit or you can explore the Royal Mile with its shops and attractions.

Day 3 : Rosslyn Chapel

Location: Rosslyn

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast today, we visit one of Scotland's gems – Rosslyn Chapel. Founded in 1446 by Sir William St Clair, the chapel is described as "a treasure in stone" due to its magnificent ornate stonework and intricate carvings. The beauty of its setting and the mysterious symbolism that surrounds the site has made it an inspiration for the best-selling novel ‘The Da Vinci Code’, with links to the Holy Grail legend. This afternoon, we will return to the hotel for some free time to relax and enjoy the hotel facilities. Why not take a swim in the large swimming pool or enjoy the spa? The hotel has its own 1881 Gin distillery and offers tours and tastings that can be booked with reception. They even have their own Alpacas, with wonderful experiences on offer!

Day 4 Three Bridges Cruise and Peebles

Location: Three Bridges Cruise and Peebles

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast today, we journey to the Firth of Forth for our cruise. On board, we take in the spectacular views of the Three Bridges and the panorama of the beautiful Edinburgh skyline, enjoying the commentary as we go. You might even be lucky enough to spot seals or puffins and marine wildlife! On our way back to the hotel in the afternoon, we will stop in Peebles, which straddles the River Tweed. You will have some free time to walk by the river or explore the pretty town centre.

Day 5

Location: Peebles

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast today, we begin the journey home.

What's Included

  • Meals
    4 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 4 dinners

  • Visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse

    Enjoy an included visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official Scottish residence of His Majesty the King.

  • Visit to Rosslyn Chapel

    Experience a visit to Rosslyn Chapel, known for its magnificent ornate stonework and intricate carvings.

  • Three Bridge Cruise

    Take a cruise on the Firth of Forth to view the Three Bridges and the beautiful Edinburgh skyline.

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as shopping and additional activities are not included.

  • Optional Tours and Tastings

    Tours and tastings at the hotel's 1881 Gin distillery are not included and can be booked separately.

Accommodation

You will stay for four nights at the 4-star Peebles Hydro Hotel.

Mode of Transport

Local departure or Home Connect service to Scotland, with a journey to the Firth of Forth for a cruise, and return to the hotel.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    You will stay for four nights at the 4-star Peebles Hydro Hotel.

  • What can I expect to see during the visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse?

    During the visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, you can explore the state apartments, throne room, and the great gallery. The palace is known for its intriguing history with associations to Mary Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie.

  • What activities are available at the Peebles Hydro Hotel?

    At the Peebles Hydro Hotel, you can enjoy the large swimming pool, spa, and even book tours and tastings at their own 1881 Gin distillery. The hotel also offers experiences with their own Alpacas.

  • What wildlife might I see during the Three Bridge Cruise?

    During the Three Bridge Cruise, you might be lucky enough to spot seals, puffins, and other marine wildlife.

  • What is special about Rosslyn Chapel?

    Rosslyn Chapel is renowned for its magnificent ornate stonework and intricate carvings. It is also famous for its mysterious symbolism and its inspiration for the novel 'The Da Vinci Code', with links to the Holy Grail legend.

  • Do I have to do the excursions?

    Certain excursions are included in the price of your holiday. If you choose not to go on an included excursion, for whatever reason, no refunds will be made.

  • How much are the optional excursions?

    This depends on which tour you book. Prices are given with the itinerary for the tour and sent out with Travel Documents 5 days before departure.

  • Do I need to have travel insurance?

    If you are a British citizen and are going on a UK holiday, you are not required to have insurance. If you are a non-British citizen and are going on a UK holiday, you are required to have an insurance policy in place or return a signed indemnity form to us prior to travel. For all travellers on European tours, you must either have a travel insurance policy in place or return a signed insurance indemnity form to us prior to travel.

  • Will there be a toilet on-board the coach?

    All main tour coaches have on-board toilets. Transfer vehicles to and from the interchange may not have on-board toilets.

  • Can I pay for the optional excursions when I make my booking?

    Optional excursions can be booked with your coach driver or Tour Manager and operate strictly subject to availability and demand. Some optional excursions are pre-bookable due to demand when making your reservation. The running order of included and optional excursions may be altered without prior notice.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, we do not. However, we only ever charge a supplement if a hotelier imposes this charge to us as a company. Single room supplements are a bone of contention within the travel industry and we would like to assure you that we proactively seek accommodation with low or no single room supplements for our guests.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    You will receive a detailed itinerary alongside travel documents, and these will be sent 5 days prior to travel.

Reviews of this operator

Karen Wylie (Google Reviewer)  

Lovely holiday in weston super...

09-Mar-2024

Lovely holiday in weston super mare. Clean comfortable hotel, good food, very pleasant staff in hotel, interesting visits to Bath and Bristol and a really great driver. Would highly recommend. Good value for money

Matthew Lee (Google Reviewer)  

We really enjoyed our trip...

12-Dec-2023

We really enjoyed our trip to Dusseldorf and Cologne . Kelvin and Olivia were great , we felt very safe and well informed and well looked after throughout. The lads on our feeder coach were great too. Never heard anybody complain at all.

Susan Mullett (Google Reviewer)  

Good trip to Edinburgh, my...

01-Oct-2022

Good trip to Edinburgh, my preference would have been for longer time at the day trips but with a wide age range on the coach I feel the compromise for the comfort of all was paramount. The coach driver was knowledgeable and happy to offer suggestions of places to see and things to do. A star is knocked off for a single supplement being charged on a single room but I accept this could be out of the control of Shearings and down to the hotel.

Jonathan Wilkinson (Google Reviewer)  

Although room was in need...

24-Apr-2024

Although room was in need of refurbishment the Chatsworth at Llandudno was great. Food, staff excellent, especially wee Jess. Trips were too & a pleasure to get to know our driver, Denny, top fella..

Janet Preston (Google Reviewer)  

Very disappointing a very...

25-Nov-2024

Very disappointing a very rushed weekend away drive up to Edinburgh wasn't the best break time were very strange 10,15 minutes and half hour not enough time for 35 people to go toilet and get a hot drink as there wasn't any hot drink making equipment on the coach The trip was a Christmas market weekend well not on our coach no music no decorations we asked lots of times if we could have the radio on but it turned on deaf ears The weather was terrible it snowed and we had not so young people who had a carry hot drinks on the coach Steve our driver was a great driver but he was always rushing if he gave a meeting time say 4pm his next line would be if we can get back earlier than we could go back early it was like this every time we stopped not nice when we paid quite a bit of money for this trip to Edinburgh and Glasgow Christmas market The hotel was very comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpful but the food was cold and tasteless and the menu was a repeat Friday night and Sunday night till everybody complained sorry but the chef should be dismissed very poor menu and poor organisation in the kitchen I don't think we will be using Shearings coach holidays again

Sheila Allder (Google Reviewer)  

Just had a Holiday to...

15-Jun-2024

Just had a Holiday to Weston Super Mare and stayed at The Great Atlantic Hotel. It was OK but the Lift is out of order and not likely to be working any time soon. Food was ok too.The journey was also OK but a bit cramped. Driver was pleasant and the coach changes were efficient.

Steve Mchugh (Google Reviewer)  

I've been trying to cancel...

09-Feb-2025

I've been trying to cancel a trip to Paris in April 25 for months. I literally cancelled less than 14 days after the £1 deposit was taken. This was back on 8th September, I have emailed 3 times spoke to 2 people and both told me it was policy to still charge for a holiday I cancelled!! Today I have proof as they have just tried to steal over £800 from my bank. Luckily I'm with a bank that's up on scams of the £1 deposit ! BEWARE you are handing your bank details over to these people. I am in total shock and been advised to take it further.

Anthony Baines Kimberley (Google Reviewer)  

Went on a coach holiday...

30-May-2024

Went on a coach holiday on 26 April Whit my girlfriend Kim it take 7 hours to get to temby Wales stop after stop the coach driver was polite is name was Gavin the hotel room was a big problem the food poisoning the hotel 2nd night at the lmperial hotel shearing spoke to the staff next couple of days told use it was don't Absolutely disgrace by them never going on white ther give no free holiday are refund bad experience never again 🙁

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  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.

    Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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