Hogmany In Edinburgh
Stephanie Williamson and Family
Saturday 30th December – Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Number of Travellers: 2
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Saturday 30th December – Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Meet your private driver at Edinburgh Airport before being whisked to your welcoming hotel in the centre of the city, The Balmoral. Be greeted with a bottle of champagne and take some time to relax and settle in, enjoying an oasis of calm as the city’s characterful streets buzz and bustle beyond the window. Depending on your arrival time, perhaps head out for a short walk up Calton Hill. From the top, which is marked by a collection of historical monuments, you can see many of Edinburgh’s famous landmarks, including Arthur’s Seat, the Firth of Forth and the Royal Mile as it climbs its way to the castle. After working up an appetite, enjoy a delicious dinner and a good night’s sleep.
Overnight: Edinburgh | The Balmoral
Room Type: Classic Room
Meals Included: None
Step into the pages of history and the thrilling world of Outlander. Envision yourselves in the footsteps of ancient warriors and noble clans as you rendezvous with your expert guide, a guardian of Scotland’s secrets and Outlander lore. Traverse the cobblestone streets of Edinburgh, where the whispers of bygone centuries echo through medieval alleys and grand castles. At Linlithgow Palace, let the majesty of this historic site transport you to a time of kings and queens, where intrigue and romance intertwine. As night falls, return to the city ablaze with anticipation of Hogmany. Prepare yourselves for a night of unparalleled grandeur at the illustrious Balmoral Hotel, where the Hogmanay ball promises an evening of regal festivities, enchanting music, and the jubilant spirit of Scotland’s past, all conspiring to make this journey an unforgettable odyssey through time.
Overnight: Edinburgh | The Balmoral
Room Type: Classic Room
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, meet your local guide in the foyer of your hotel and head out for a day spent exploring the beautiful cobblestone streets of the city. Full of history, the capital is very accessible by foot. Wander up the Royal Mile, stopping to visit the architecturally stunning St Giles Cathedral, and enjoy panoramic views from Edinburgh Castle. Pick up a coffee and a pastry from one of the wee artisan shops, dipping into local galleries, cheesemongers and bookshops. If you fancy an afternoon with a twist, head to the Surgeons’ Hall Museums, which holds one of the largest collections of surgical pathology in the world. This evening enjoy dinner under the twinkling lights of the city.
Overnight: Edinburgh | The Balmoral
Room Type: Classic Room
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, head to the airport and depart for home.
Overnight: Edinburgh | The Balmoral
Room Type: Classic Room
Meals Included: Breakfast
Optional Accommodation
Raddison Blu Edinburgh – Superior Room
Replacing the Balmoral Hogmany Ball with the exquisite 1820 Hogmany Party at the Johnny Walker Rooftop Bar. An evening of Live music, drinks and dining with views of the fireworks over the castle. (5.5hrs in total)
Pricing:
The total price for this itinerary per person, based on 4 clients on a twin-share basis:
Pricing:
The total price for this itinerary per person, based on 4 clients on a twin-share basis:
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