Edinburgh Winter Wonder
Famous for both medieval skyline and a host of historic pubs, Edinburgh offers heaps of winter activities for those hoping to escape to the Scottish capital for a city break. From the must-see Edinburgh Castle to snowboarding, magic and whisky, there’s lots to fill your time, Edinburgh is a city you won’t forget in a hurry!
Perfect Time To Go
October - March
Number Of Nights
3
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Day 1
Arrive Edinburgh, deposit luggage at your hotel. Visit Edinburgh Castle, this most famous of Scottish castles is one of the most popular heritage attractions in Western Europe. Remainder of day at leisure exploring the Royal Mile, the main thoroughfare through the Old Town, leading from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Park. For those feeling energetic the walk at Salisbury Crags offers fabulous views of Edinburgh Castle, the Old Town and the Meadows park. Overnight Edinburgh.
Day 2
Breakfast in hotel. Taxi transfer from hotel to Midlothian Snowsports Centre for 1.5hr private snowboarding lesson, instruction will be suited to your experience. On return to the city centre, warm up with a tour of the Scotch Whisky Experience, including a tutored tasting of four single malts and membership of the Scotch Whisky Appreciation Society. Overnight Edinburgh.
Day 3
Breakfast in hotel before you join the Potter Trail Tour where you’ll discover the magical locations that inspired characters and scenes in the Harry Potter series, visit the places where JK Rowling wrote the books, and even learn a spell or two along the way. Even if you’re not a Harry fan, there’s still plenty to entertain you on this lively and atmospheric tour! Finally finish off your day in the city with a Potion Making class where you can brew your very own cocktails (or mocktail) an experience sure to hone your herbology skills. Overnight Edinburgh.
The above package includes the following:
- 3 nights accommodation
- Breakfast daily
- Suggested sightseeing itinerary
- Entry to Edinburgh Castle
- Scotch Whisky Experience
- Potion Making Class
- Potter Trail Walking Tour
- Return taxi transfer to ski slope
- Snow boarding lesson
- VAT at 20%