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Enjoy a day in the medieval kingdom of Fife on this day trip from Edinburgh. Visit its fishing villages, the town of St. Andrews, and the picturesque Falkland and its formal royal palace.

Highlights

• See historic fishing villages in the Kingdom of Fife
• Visit ancient St. Andrews, the home of golf
• Explore picturesque Falkland and its former royal palace
• Enjoy the beautiful views on a scenic drive through Loch Lomond National Park
• Visit the charming and historic towns of Callander, Balquhidder, and Inveraray

Description

Say goodbye to Edinburgh as we head towards one of Scotland's most iconic viewpoints: the Forth Bridges Viewpoint. Opened in 1890, 1964, and 2017, these three bridges despite their differences oddly complement each other. We then enter the Kingdom of Fife, traveling through rolling hills and past fertile farmlands. The road leads us to the East Neuk meaning “East Corner” in Scots. This charming region is renowned for its picturesque coastal villages, breath-taking scenery, and rich maritime history. We stop in the traditional fishing village of Anstruther, (known as 'Ainster' locally). Here, you can explore the old, cobbled streets and enjoy a stroll along the seafront to the harbour. Next, we travel to the medieval town of St Andrews. This coastal gem is home to Scotland's oldest university, an ancient golf course, and the ruins of both a cathedral and a castle. We stop here for lunch, so you can decide how to spend your time. You might try local specialties like ice cream at Jannetta's Gelateria. You can also visit the iconic Old Course, explore the ancient ruins, or stroll along the beach. Afterward, we head to Falkland, an enchanting village brimming with charm. The Royals cherished this place so much they had a palace built here. You can explore this residence or wander the cobbled streets, looking for filming locations from Outlander. Leaving Falkland, we drive through the rolling countryside, passing Loch Leven, where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned by her Protestant nobles. We then cross the Firth of Forth once more and return to Edinburgh.

Includes

Tour transportation Driver/guide

Important Information

• Guests are free to explore attractions at the stops along the tour, but entrance fees for these attractions are not included and will need to be paid for separately
• Falkland Palace is closed from November through to Easter
• Minimum age to participate is 5 years
• You're restricted to 14 kilograms of luggage per person on the tours This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items
• To maintain the integrity of the tour and to ensure the highest quality experience for all participants, group bookings are limited to a maximum of 8 passengers. Please note that while the vehicle has a total capacity of 16 passengers and you will be sharing the tour with others, this group booking restriction is in place to preserve balance and comfort for all guests on board.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund