b"TOUR HIGHLIGHTS SCOTLANDSCOTLANDExperience the spectacular The Edinburgh Tattoo, a truly Kelpies 3 world-class event.Stirling Castle Boness QueensferryEdinburghFalkirk Wheel Uncover the fascinating history of Stirling Castle, one of Scotland's most important and most beautiful castles.Nights in hotel Standard Class Rail CoachEnjoy a trip on the Falkirk Wheel,a rotating boat lift, a marvel of YOUR ITINERARY modern engineering.Day 1 - EdinburghRelive a bygone era of rail travel aboard the Bo'ness and Kinneil Our tour begins in Scotland's cosmopolitan capital, where we meet atRailway.our hotel. Take some time to settle in or explore Edinburgh at your own pace. The heart of Edinburgh is a UNESCO World Heritage site, with itsWHAT'S INCLUDED medieval Old Town, Georgian New Town, and award-winning modern architecture.UK Tour Manager throughout Day 2 - Edinburgh Tattoo Standard Class rail travel We set out by coach for the Bo'ness and Kinneil Railway for an3 nights' hotel accommodationatmospheric trip through the Scottish countryside in one of the lovingly-restored locomotives. The line takes us past a number of quaint,5 meals including 3 breakfasts preserved stations, along the shore of the Forth and into the hills beforeand 2 dinnerspulling into Birkhill, a picturesque town set on a wooded incline. WeAll tour excursionsreturn to Edinburgh, where you're free until tonight's event.This evening, we settle into our seats for the highlight of our trip, theYOUR HOTEL Edinburgh Military Tattoo. This musical spectacular, featuring themassed pipes and drums of the Scottish regiments, is set against the magnificent, floodlit backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, perched high aboveDays 1-4the ancient city. The Tattoo is an incredible annual event combiningDoubletree by Hilton Queensferry, music, entertainment, and ceremony, including the Massed Bands of HerEdinburgh4Majestys Royal Marines and a fantastic firework display. Day 3 - Falkirk Wheel and Stirling CastleAfter a relaxed morning, we transfer to Falkirk for a journey on the Falkirk Wheel, a rotating boat lift and amazing piece of engineering that connects the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal. Opened in 2002, the wheel is the only one of its kind in the world, coming in at an impressive 79 feet high. We continue to Helix, stopping to admire the iconic Kelpies sculpture en route. Depicting two Kelpie heads - mythical, horse-like beasts common in Scottish folklore said to possess the strength of ten horses - the sculpture was completed in 2013 after an eight-year-long project and stands at an astonishing 98 feet tall.This afternoon, we visit Stirling Castle which sits perched on a dramatic hilltop overlooking the city. Once the childhood home of Mary Queen of Scots, this stunning castle is one of the most impressive in Scotland, and a fine example of Renaissance architecture. You have time to explore the grand interiors, including the impressive Great Hall, pretty Chapel Royal, where Queen Mary was crowned in 1543, and the kitchens, which offer a striking contrast to the sumptuous decor of the rest of the castle. WithMax 25 peoplereplicas of traditional dishes and detailed, life-sized models recreating the atmosphere of a busy workspace, this immersive exhibit gives a true sense of the royal kitchens in their heydey. You might also like to take a2021 TOUR DATESstroll though the splendid gardens before we return to Edinburgh. Aug8625 Aug19625Days 4 - Homeward bound 15625 22625After breakfast this morning our holiday concludes, and you're free to leave Edinburgh.Tour Code: ETE| per person based on 2 sharing. Deposit from 100 per person. Supplement for solo travellers from 185.Call us on 01904 527199 or visitfor more information.GreatRail.com for more details 129Visit your local Travel Agent"