Private Full-Day Walking Tour in Edinburgh with Edinburgh Castle
Overview
Discover the timeless beauty of the Old Town, and enigmatic charm of Edinburgh's new town in a day, on a private walking tour including a guided visit to Edinburgh castle. With one dormant volcano, cobbled streets and tantalising vistas, this is a fabulous place to wander. Discover its history and beauty as you explore Medieval Old Town and Neoclassical New Town. Take a stroll down streets and alleys, discovering fascinating history and rich culture.
What's Included
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- Edinburgh Castle tickets admission tickets
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
- Food and drink
- Cost of transportation on the day (if required)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
Meeting Location
29 Waterloo Place
Edinburgh EH1 3BQ, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Canongate
Edinburgh EH8 8DX, UK
Palace of Holyroodhouse. The finish point will be close to public transport and taxi links and the guide will assist with advising you on your journey.
What To Expect
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Royal Mile
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Princes Street Gardens
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Heriot Row
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Charlotte Square
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St Giles' Cathedral
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grassmarket
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh Castle
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Victoria Street
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
John Knox House Museum
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Palace of Holyroodhouse
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places.
- Edinburgh Castle tickets admission tickets.
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group.
- Food and drink.
- Cost of transportation on the day (if required).
- Gratuities (optional).
- Hotel pickup/drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Full-Day Walking Tour in Edinburgh with Edinburgh Castle is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Full-Day Walking Tour in Edinburgh with Edinburgh Castle will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- Edinburgh Castle tickets admission tickets
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
- Food and drink
- Cost of transportation on the day (if required)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
