Private The Royal Edinburgh Tour
Overview
Explore Edinburgh's Royal connections, which has been the capital of Scotland since the 15th Century and stands proudly on seven hills, from the comfort of your own private vehicle.
Compare Edinburgh's medieval Old Town, where 55, 000 people lived and died in cramped squalid conditions on a steep one mile long street, to the magnificent splendour of the Monarchs official Scottish residence The Palace of Holyrood House, and the cities other Royal Palace within the citadel that is Edinburgh Castle. You will have free time during the day for lunch and to explore some of the other places of interest along "The" Mile. St Giles Cathedral, Parliament Square, John Knox's House, the Canongate Kirk and burial ground and the modern Scottish Parliament Building before you have time to explore Holyrood Palace.
Enjoy undivided attention and learn all about our fascinating Royal City on this 8-hour tour.
What's Included
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by VIP Class MPV or VIP Class Mercedes minibus
- Driver/guide
- Booster and child seats (additional cost)
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Edinburgh Castle
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Palace of Holyroodhouse
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Calton Hill
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Child age must be advised at time of booking as booster seats can be provided at additional cost
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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).
- Port pickup and drop-off.
- Live commentary on board.
- Transport by VIP Class MPV or VIP Class Mercedes minibus.
- Driver/guide.
- Booster and child seats (additional cost).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private The Royal Edinburgh Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private The Royal Edinburgh Tour 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
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by VIP Class MPV or VIP Class Mercedes minibus
- Driver/guide
- Booster and child seats (additional cost)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- Child age must be advised at time of booking as booster seats can be provided at additional cost
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time
