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The Edinburgh Tattoo

The Edinburgh Tattoo

The Edinburgh Tattoo

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.

From
£792pp
  • Guests: 2 Adults
  • Duration: 3 Nights
  • Board: Bed & Breakfast
  • Departing: Selected UK Airports
  • Offer Date: 7th August 2026

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£150pp deposit

Save 10%, book before 30th September 

Return flights to Glasgow, with coach travel and transfers throughout

Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager

Multiple departure airports available

Highlights

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

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

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

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

Day 1: Fly to Scotland

Make your own way or fly to Glasgow.

Transfer 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.

Day 2: Included Edinburgh orientation tour and Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

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.

Day 3: Included orientation tour of Glasgow, day at leisure or optional excursion to Trossachs and Loch Lomond

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 the Trossachs and Loch Lomond, 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.

Day 4: Return journey

Check out of the hotel and return to Glasgow airport today for your journey back home or make your own way.

Save 10% discount applies to new Edinburgh Tattoo 2026 bookings only, booked between 7th August and 30th September 2025, and cannot be applied retrospectively to bookings already confirmed. This offer does not apply to child pricing. This offer cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other discount, promotion or concession. When booking a holiday as described above, prices shown will automatically have the 10% applied. This offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Prices correct at time of going to press. Single supplements apply. Subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Newmarket Holidays reserves the right to cancel, change or amend any tour. These holidays are organised and operated by Newmarket Holidays Ltd, a company wholly independent of News UK. ABTOT 5509. ATOL protected 2325. ABTA V7812. Standard phone charges apply.

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