Edinburgh Castle & Forth Bridge Cruise

Experience the best of Scotland’s capital and its stunning surroundings on this short break. Enjoy a guided stroll through Edinburgh to the iconic Edinburgh Castle, followed by a visit to the award-winning Scotch Whisky Experience for an engaging tour and tasting. Take in the spectacular Firth of Forth on the Three Bridges Cruise, sailing beneath the Forth Bridge, Forth Road Bridge and Queensferry Crossing. There will also be time at leisure in Edinburgh, giving you the chance to explore this vibrant city at your own pace.

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT EDINBURGH

The Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh is located in the heart of the city with just a five-minute walk to Princes Street. Facilities include WiFi throughout, fitness centre plus a restaurant and bar. All of the spacious bedrooms feature flat-screen TV, hairdryer, iron & board plus tea & coffee facilities. Lift to all floors.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS TRAVEL PACKAGE

Accommodation with breakfast
Guided tour of Edinburgh
Admission to Edinburgh Castle
Tour & Tasting at the Scotch Whisky Experience
Three Bridges Cruise
Return coach travel from your local pick up point

Day One

We travel north through the Border Region to Edinburgh and check in to the Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh Hotel where we stay for the next three nights. This afternoon you can begin discovering the city centre before enjoying a meal in one of the city restaurants and sampling some of Edinburgh's nightlife.

Day Two

This morning we are joined by a local guide for a short tour through the heart of Edinburgh, leading up to the city's most iconic landmark, Edinburgh Castle, where entrance is included. Here, you will have time to explore the castle's rich history, dramatic architecture and panoramic views over the city. Afterwards, we visit the award-winning Scotch Whisky Experience, located at the top of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, just a short walk from the castle. Enjoy an engaging tour that reveals the traditions and craftsmanship behind Scotland's national drink, followed by a tasting to savour its unique flavours.

Day Three

This morning we travel to South Queensferry, where we embark on a scenic cruise along the Firth of Forth. As we sail beneath the iconic Forth Bridge, the Forth Road Bridge and the Queensferry Crossing, you will be treated to spectacular views of these UNESCO World Heritage structures. Keep an eye out for local wildlife, including seals and seabirds, as we glide through the waters. The onboard commentary provides fascinating insights into the history and engineering of the bridges and the surrounding area. Following our cruise we return to Edinburgh, leaving the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city at leisure.

Day Four

Enjoy a further morning at leisure in Edinburgh before we depart in the early afternoon and commence our homeward journey.

B=Breakfast Included

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Abergele	Abergele, Bowling Green Bus Stop
Bangor, Nelson Pub	Bangor, Bus Stop Opposite Nelson Pub
Bangor, Pontio Centre	Bangor, Pontio Centre Bus Stop
Bethel	Bethel, Primary School Bus Stop
Bontnewydd	Bontnewydd, Bus Stop Near Chip Shop
Bryngwran	Bryngwran, School Entrance
Caergeiliog	Caergeiliog, Outside Sportsmans Pub
Caernarfon, Campbell Road	Caernarfon, Bus Stop Bottom of Campbell Road
Caernarfon, Leisure Cent.	Caernarfon, Bus Stop opposite Leisure Centre
Caernarfon, Morrisons	Caernarfon, Morrisons Bus Stop
Caernarfon, Waterloo Port	Caernarfon, Waterloo Port Bus Stop
Caernarfon, Y Glyn	Caernarfon, Y Glyn Bethel Road
Chester	Chester, Holiday Inn South Hotel Bus Stop
Colwyn Bay	Colwyn Bay, Railway Station Bus Stop
Criccieth, Medical Centre	Criccieth, Medical Centre Bus Stop
Ewloe	Ewloe, Outside St David's Park Hotel
Gaerwen	Gaerwen, Stermat Car Park
Gwalchmai	Gwalchmai, Opposite Clock
Holyhead	Holyhead, Bus Stop Outside Ferry Terminal Entrance
Llanberis, Maes Padarn	Llanberis, Bus Stop Opposite Maes Padarn
Llanberis, Spar	Llanberis, Outside Spar Shop
Llandudno	Llandudno, Mostyn Broadway Coach Park Bus Stop
Llandudno Jct. Station	Llandudno Junction, Station Hotel Bus Stop
Llandygai	Llandygai, Penrhyn Castle Entrance
Llanfairfechan	Llanfairfechan, Castle Bridge Bus Stop
Llanfairpwll	Llanfairpwll, Pringles Car Park (Parking not permitted at Pringles car park)
Llanfairpwll Park & Ride	Llanfairpwll, Park & Ride
Llangefni	Llangefni, Church Street Bus Stop
Llanrug	Llanrug, Arvonia Garage
Menai Bridge	Menai Bridge, Library Bus Stop
Northop	Northop, Red Lion Pub Bus Stop
Penrhyn Bay	Penrhyn Bay, Post Office
Penygroes	Penygroes, Bus Stop Opposite Co-op
Porthmadog	Porthmadog, Tesco Bus Stop
Pwllheli	Pwllheli, Bus Station
Rhos on Sea, Cayley Arms	Rhos on Sea, Bus Stop Opposite Cayley Arms
Rhos on Sea, Hickorys	Rhos on Sea, Bus Stop Opposite Hickorys Restaurant
St. Asaph	St. Asaph, Bus Stop Outside Petrol Station
Valley	Valley, Opposite Valley Hotel
Y Felinheli, St. Marys	Y Felinheli, St Mary's Church Bus Stop
Y Felinheli, Victoria	Y Felinheli, Victoria Hotel Bus Stop