Edinburgh Military Tattoo & Scottish Highlands Tour
- Witness the pinnacle of the International Festival: the Edinburgh Military Tattoo
- Embark on a guided tour led by locals, promising a day of enjoyment, enlightenment, and lasting memories
- Revel in the majestic and awe-inspiring landscapes of the Scottish Highlands
- Receive engaging narration available in six languages, ensuring everyone's understanding and enjoyment
- Explore Scotland's oldest whisky distillery for an informative tour and a delightful tasting experience
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Join-In Tour
Inclusions
Admission to: Dunkeld Cathedral
English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
Transport by an air-conditioned vehicle
Audio guide (phone download) available in Chinese, French, German, Portuguese, and Spanish
Hermitage forest walk
Whisky distillery tour
Whisky tasting
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo ticket
Exclusions
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Insurance
Transport to Edinburgh Castle for the military tattoo performance
Additional Info
Participants must be aged 5+ to participate in this activity
Children aged 5-16 must be accompanied by a paying adult
Children aged 17+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Students with a valid ISIC, ISE, or ITIC card are eligible for the student price
Routes may change due to weather or traffic conditions
The legal drinking age in United Kingdom is age 18. Please bring a valid ID for proof of age
Please note that the operator cannot guarantee that participants under the same booking will be seated together
Please return to the coach on time at itinerary stops, as the coach will depart on time. The guide will show the departure time on a clock
Book your transport to the meet-up location through the hotel concierge to avoid no-show Uber taxis
Glass bottles, cans, laser pens, alcohol, large backpacks, and umbrellas are prohibited at the Military Tattoo performance
The tour will reach Edinburgh at 17:30, giving you ample time to have dinner and explore the city. You are required to make your own way up to Edinburgh Castle and get in the queue 40 minutes before the show time
The venue for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, situated at Castlehill within Edinburgh Castle, involves a brief stroll along a historic cobblestone path spanning approximately 80 m. This path is inclined steeply, which may pose challenges for some individuals. Additionally, there is another walk of about 60 m, featuring several steps, before reaching the seating area, which is arranged in steep tiers
Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated, provided the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark
Attractions have partial access for wheelchair and stroller users as their ground includes a variety of surfaces that can be uneven, steep, or have stairs
Valid ID / Passport (with 6 months validity)
Travel insurance (If any)
Students must hold a valid ISIC, ISE, or ITIC card
Raincoat or poncho
Walking shoes
Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
The Edinburgh Castle Esplanade (Military tattoo performance)
Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG, United Kingdom
How to get there: Take the tram heading to Newhaven or Edinburgh Airport, stop at the Princes Street station, and walk for 8 minutes
Please refer to the map for assistance
What's included in Edinburgh Military Tattoo & Scottish Highlands Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] 08:15, meet up at Highland Explorer Tours. Please check in at 7:45 at 60 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1TB, UK.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 30 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] 9 hour(s) 30 min(s), Guided tour, National Wallace Monument, The Glenturret Distillery, The Hermitage, Dunkeld Cathedral, Forth Road Bridge, Forth Rail Bridge
- [Return] 17:45, at Edinburgh, The military tattoo performance starts at 21:30. You may have dinner during the free time and are required to make your own way up to the Edinburgh Castle 40 minutes before show time to find your seat
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Storytelling holds great significance in Scottish and Irish culture, enriching tours with vivid narratives. In Scotland, immerse yourself in the poignant Edinburgh Military Tattoo and savor local whisky against stunning backdrops.
Traverse Scotland’s lush Highlands, where forests, mountains, and glens paint a scenic tableau. Begin in Edinburgh, with views of Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument, steeped in history. Journey through Trossachs National Park, once home to the legendary Rob Roy MacGregor, and let the landscape evoke tales of old.
Explore a local whisky distillery, uncovering the secrets of Scotland’s famed ‘water of life’. Wander through the serene hermitage, marveling at Black Linn Falls, and visit Dunkeld with its picturesque cathedral on the River Tay. Return to Edinburgh via the iconic Forth Bridge, with time to explore the city before the mesmerizing Edinburgh Military Tattoo at the castle.
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- Highland Explorer Tours 60 High St Edinburgh EH 1 1 TB UK
