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The Ultimate Edinburgh Shore Excursion Taxi and Walking Tour

Edinburgh, Scotland
  • 3 to 4 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Air-conditioned vehicle
      Taxi transport from cruise shuttle drop off point to Calton Hill and then Royal Mile is included.
    • Snacks
      A refreshment break is usual on the tour but food/drink are not included in tour price.
    • Private transportation
      For reasons of tour flexibility, transport back to the cruise shuttle bus stop is not included in the tour price.
    • Entrance fee - Some Royal Mile sites such as St Giles' Cathedral have recommended donations or entrance fees. These visits are optional, and entrance fees are not included in tour price.
    • Lunch
      Lunch is not included in tour price, and location is as per guest choice

    Meeting and Pickup

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    End point

    • Esplanade, Edinburgh, UK

      The tour ends at our historic Castle Esplanade, at the west end of the Royal Mile.

    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    • 07/06/2026 - 10/13/2027

      Monday - Sunday : 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    Itinerary

    1

    Calton Hill

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    The Royal Mile

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Palace of Holyroodhouse (Pass By)

    The Scottish Parliament (Pass By)

    Canongate Kirk (Pass By)

    The Museum of Edinburgh (Pass By)

    3

    Celtic Craft Centre

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    St Giles' Cathedral (Pass By)

    4

    Parliament Square- Edinburgh

    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Edinburgh City Chambers (Pass By)

    Lawnmarket (Pass By)

    Castlehill (Pass By)

    5

    Edinburgh Castle Esplanade

    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    $505.00

    per group (up to 4)
    Was $531.58(-5%)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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