The Edinburgh Tattoo

Soak up the pomp and pageantry of this magical event as massed pipes, drums and display teams create a dazzling spectacle.

Witness the unforgettable drama, colour and excitement of the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Combine time spent exploring the Scottish capital’s elegant heart and Glasgow with an optional tour of the striking summer scenery of the Trossachs National Park and a cruise across the waters of fabled Loch Lomond.

Soak up the pomp and pageantry of this magical event – one of the highlights of the Scottish capital's festival season – as massed pipes and drums, dancers, and display teams create an enchanting spectacle. Want to learn more about this magical country? Check out our Scotland travel guide.

Duration

4 days
Excursions & Visits

3 included
Meals

3 included
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The Royal Edinburgh Military soldiers playing fanfare on trombones, suspended with flags in front of Edinburgh castle and fireworks

Enjoy a reserved seat to observe the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Edinburgh skyline at sunset from Calton Hill, with the Dugald Stewart Monument in the foreground

Set off on a short orientation tour of Edinburgh followed by free time to wander around at your leisure

High angle view of Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, with a man wearing a red jacket walking down the mountain

Join an optional boat trip across Loch Lomond and a tour of the beautiful Trossachs National Park

View of the city of Glasgow at night time, with the buildings lit up and The Clyde Arc on the right

Experience a short orientation tour of Glasgow with some time for self-exploration

Make your own way or fly to Scotland, before transferring to your centrally located hotel in the late afternoon where you’ll be welcomed by your tour manager.

You’ll then have the rest of the day to explore Glasgow at your leisure, perhaps enjoying dinner at the hotel or one of the nearby restaurants.

This morning, you’ll set off to Edinburgh, a beautiful historic city that really buzzes during the famous festival season. Upon arrival, your tour manager will introduce you to the most famous sights before there’ll be free time to explore at your own pace. Seek out Princess Street, the historic Edinburgh Castle set atop Castle Rock, St Giles Cathedral, the Sir Walter Scott monument and the Royal Mile. You might also like to visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the King’s official residence in Scotland while you’re here (entrance payable locally).

To get into the spirit of things, why not call at the Spirit of the Tattoo? This interactive exhibition reveals the story and mythology surrounding the Tattoo and is an ideal way to learn a little more about the history of the famous event.

Later, you’ll return to your coach to make your way to the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle for the performance of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo - it’s a dazzling and unforgettable spectacle.

Highlights include the sight of the massed pipes, drums and military bands as they emerge from the huge castle gates and fill the air with stirring music, and the iconic sight of the lone piper silhouetted against the backdrop of the sky as he patrols the battlements above.

Join your tour manager this morning on a short walking tour of Glasgow, followed by some time at your leisure. Spend some time exploring all that Glasgow has to offer, perhaps visiting the Glasgow Cathedral or City Chambers and strolling through George Square with beautiful views of the historic buildings in the centre of the city.

Alternatively, take an optional excursion to Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, an outstandingly beautiful area of mountains, lochs, rivers and woodlands steeped in history. Later in the day, enjoy an hour-long circular cruise on one of the most scenic parts of the Loch, taking in Ben Lomond and surrounding area. The live commentary on board will ensure that you don’t miss a thing.

Highland female dancers dancing in unison outside Edinburgh Castle under purple lighting

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo lined up in formation infront of Edinburgh castle night time

Sh 340866503 Edinburgh Royal Military Tattoo, Sunset

Three nights' bed and breakfast accommodation
A seat for the Edinburgh Tattoo* (upgrade tickets available)
A short orientation tour of Edinburgh
A short orientation tour of Glasgow
Return flights to Glasgow, with coach travel and transfers throughout
Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager
All mandatory local taxes and charges

Dates & Prices

Radisson Blu, Glasgow Radisson Blu, Glasgow Set in a striking, modern building, this trendy hotel is just a short distance from Glasgow Central train station and the Princes Square Shopping Centre.

Clayton Hotel, Glasgow Glasgow Positioned in the heart of the city, this sleek hotel is also within walking distance of the Glasgow Central Station.

Voco Grand Central, Glasgow Glasgow Housed in a majestic landmark Victorian building and attached to the Glasgow Central Station, this hotel is just a short walk from many of the city’s major landmarks.

The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please let us know at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

We sometimes need to combine transfers to and from your hotel. We always try to keep any wait to a minimum, but you may be asked to wait at the airport for up to an hour, while other incoming flights arrive, before the transfer to your hotel. Similarly, we may need to transfer you back to the airport up to three hours before your flight home departs.

Occasionally, for operational reasons, we may have to change the order of the excursions on your holiday. The final day-by-day itinerary will be confirmed on your Final Travel Documents, which you will receive approximately three weeks prior to your departure.

You may like to upgrade your seat for the Tattoo. The seats are located in stands in a U shape around the castle esplanade. The more expensive the seats, the further away they are from the open part of the U, which is where the acts emerge onto the esplanade.

*Cat D ticket included, you may be required to pay a surcharge at checkout to upgrade your ticket based on limited availability.

There is a short but steeply inclined walk of 80 metres up Castlehill, the old cobbled approach to the Esplanade. There is then a further 60-metre walk on average, followed by steps up to the spectator stands where generally, the seating is quite steeply tiered. You will have plenty of time to make your way to and from the Esplanade and will be able to go at your own pace. Wheelchairs can be sited at ground level under the North stand at all performances and disabled toilets are available on the Esplanade.

All mandatory local taxes and charges are included in the price of your holiday as per the itinerary. Prices for any optional excursions are listed separately. Any suggested free-time activities, attractions, meals or entertainment are not included (unless otherwise stated), and may be subject to local charges. Please note that tipping is optional and as such, is typically not included in the price of your holiday (unless otherwise stated).

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