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School trip to Edinburgh

Edinburgh combines centuries of history, literature and a volcanic landscape. An inspiring capital for a study trip with upper secondary or vocational students.

Destination
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Type of trip
Study trip
Target group
Upper secondary and vocational schools
Duration
4 to 5 days
Price
Price on request

About this school trip

Edinburgh is a city that brings together history, literature and geology in a unique way. Edinburgh Castle towers high above the city on a rocky crag. Inside the castle you can see the Royal Palace, the Honours of Scotland (the Scottish crown jewels), the Mons Meg cannon and the Scottish National War Memorial, among much else. From the castle the Royal Mile runs down through the historic Old Town, which is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

At the National Museum of Scotland your students follow Scotland's story from prehistory to the present day, alongside galleries on the natural world, world cultures and science; its best-known exhibit is Dolly the cloned sheep. For geology, a walk up Arthur's Seat in Holyrood Park is a highlight: the hill is what remains of an ancient volcano and offers sweeping views over the city. You discover Edinburgh's literary side on a walk through the old streets and closes.

We are happy to take care of the transport to Edinburgh for you and your students. You travel in a comfortable coach with an experienced driver, including the ferry crossing to England; the long drive to Scotland is spread over the day with plenty of rest breaks. For the United Kingdom every traveller needs a valid passport; also check in good time whether a UK ETA or a visa is required.

Highlights

  • Edinburgh Castle and the Honours of Scotland
  • National Museum of Scotland
  • Arthur's Seat, an ancient volcano

Included

  • Return travel by coach
  • Experienced driver

Not included

  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Entrance tickets and excursions

Day programme

  1. Day 1: Outward journey and crossing

    Departure from your school by coach to the ferry port for the crossing to England.

  2. Day 2: On to Scotland and the Old Town

    After arriving in England you drive on to Edinburgh with rest breaks. At the end of the day, a first look around the Royal Mile and the Old Town.

  3. Day 3: Edinburgh Castle and literary Edinburgh

    A visit to Edinburgh Castle with the Royal Palace and the Honours of Scotland. In the afternoon, a city walk focusing on Edinburgh's literary history.

  4. Day 4: Museum, Arthur's Seat and return journey

    A visit to the National Museum of Scotland and a walk in Holyrood Park up to Arthur's Seat. Then the return journey begins, via the ferry port back to your school.

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