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Explore Edinburgh

Overview

On the Explore Edinburgh tour, head to the capital of Scotland for an exciting journey through a city steeped in history and lore! Your tour will take you through the streets of Edinburgh where you will glimpse the Crown Jewels of Scotland at the Edinburgh Castle, explore the famous Royal Mile, and hike to the top of Arthur’s Seat for an amazing view of this incredible city.

 

STAY LONGER

  • Add 2 days to visit Glasgow or hike in Loch Lomond

Day 1 - Travel Day

Day 2 - Edinburgh / Palace of Holyroodhouse / Scottish Parliament

Day 3 - Edinburgh Castle / Scottish National Gallery / The Royal Mile / The Real Mary King's Close

Day 4 - St. Giles Cathedral / Calton Hill and Regents Gardens

Day 5 - Stirling Castle / Wallace National Monument

Day 6 - Travel Day

Itinerary

  • After meeting your JE Tour Director at the airport, you will transfer by coach to your hotel
  • Guided city walking tour
  • Self-guided visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, a Royal Residence with origins dating from the 12th  Century
  • Exterior visit to the Scottish Parliament building with views of Arthur’s Seat
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Self-guided visit to Edinburgh Castle, home to the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny
  • Lunch
  • View Scotland’s best collection of fine art at Scottish National Gallery
  • Shop and Explore The Royal Mile
  • Dinner
  • Evening tour of The Real Mary King’s Close
  • Breakfast
  • Attend Church service at St. Giles Cathedral, an Influential protestant church dating back to 1120 A.D.
  • Lunch
  • Visit the home of the most influential Protestant Pastor in Scotland, John Knox
  • Explore Calton Hill and Regents Gardens
  • Dinner

*Tonight, the group may opt to attend a Scottish Military Tattoo performance (Subject to availability) – ask for prices!

  • Breakfast
  • Depart via coach
  • Self-guided visit to Stirling Castle, home of Stuart Kings and Queens
  • Lunch
  • Visit the Wallace National Monument, commemorating the 13th Century Scottish hero William Wallace (Braveheart) and located near the site of the Battle of Stirling Bridge
  • Dinner

Why Travel with JE?

CEU Accreditation

Joshua Expeditions is an approved CEU provider for ACSI, offering CEU credits to teachers on select trips.

Safety

At JE, safety is paramount. Our Guides go through a variety of trainings to help prepare them for any issue that may arise.

You Help Us Give Back

Your JE trip helps us build homes for hurting families, provide food for hungry children, and impact low-income communities.

Online Process

Our goal is to take away the hassle of paperwork, trip logistics, insurance, and payments through our simple online process.

Affordability

We know the economy can affect travel plans. Our staff works to help you create a budget while still providing the best for every traveler.

JE Travel Experience

High quality, Christ-centered travel engaging the local world through a Biblical worldview for personal transformation.

High Quality

Every JE tour offers high quality local meals and hotel accommodations to provide the best possible travel experience.

Curriculum-Focused Travel

Our experienced JE Staff will work with you to create a travel experience that integrates with your teaching curriculum.

Interested in This Tour?

Contact one of our Travel Specialists to begin planning your JE tour.

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