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Edinburgh Highlights & the Royal YachtBritannia
Edinburgh (Rosyth), Scotland

Edinburgh Highlights & the Royal YachtBritannia

An Introduction to Scotland’s Capital and a Visit to a Royal Vessel Immerse yourself in history aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia and enjoy a panoramic journey through Edinburgh. Travel through the elegant Georgian-style New Town, once a residential district for Edinburgh’s upper-class and now a cultural hub and thriving commercial district. See the medieval Royal Mile, linking Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, one of the King’s official Scottish residences. Pause at an overlook for sweeping views of the city below, then continue to the nearby port of Leith. This is the home of the Royal Yacht Britannia , once the floating home of the late Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal Family. Over its 43 years of service, Britannia hosted state and official occasions. Enjoy a self-guided tour, visiting the Queen’s and Duke of Edinburgh’s cabins, the impressive formal dining room, admiral’s suite, crew’s quarters and more, then return to your ship. * Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.

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