Edinburgh Christmas Markets

The Scottish capital turns on its Christmas charm as we head north for some pre-Christmas cheer. Twinkling lights line the city’s cobbled streets adorned with seasonal markets, enchanting sounds and mouth-watering flavours.

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As we head north for some pre-Christmas cheer, the Scottish capital turns on its Christmas charm. Twinkling lights line the city's cobbled streets adorned with seasonal markets, enchanting sounds fill the air and mouth-watering flavours await. Join us for festive fun, laughter and shopping opportunities as we explore Edinburgh, Carlisle and Gretna Green.

INCLUDES

Return coach travel

1 night half board

1 night bed & breakfast

Visits to Gretna Green & Carlisle enroute

Excursion to Edinburgh

Day 1

On the way to our hotel, we call at Gretna Green. Enjoy this quaint village, the gateway to Scotland, with a chance to explore the blacksmith's shop and pick up some quintessential Scottish gifts before we head to this evening's hotel.

Day 2

Enjoy a full-day excursion to explore Edinburgh today. Visit the imposing castle or world-famous Princes Street before the feast of festive treats at Edinburgh's Christmas Market. Set in the historic heart of the city, enjoy delicious food and drink with traditional crafts at the Scottish Market on George Street, pick up unique gifts and goods at the European Market in the Mound Precinct, or choose presents for the wee ones in the Children's Market, part of Santa Land in Princes Street Gardens. Please note that dinner is not supplied on this night to allow maximum time in Edinburgh.

Day 3

After breakfast and checking out of our hotel, we take you to Carlisle for some free time. See how many of the three most famous city attractions -Carlisle Castle, Carlisle Cathedral and the award-winning Tullie House Museum - you can squeeze in before we return home.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

The Salutation Hotel 3*, Perth

Situated in Perth centre, the award-winning Salutation Hotel is in a historic building and offers an elegant Adam Restaurant, Reid’s Bar and complimentary WiFi in all public areas. Guest rooms each have a TV and tea/coffee-making facilities.

Hotel Facilities

Bar
Restaurant
Lift
WiFi

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Arnold	High Street Bus Stop, Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
Bulwell	Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell, NG6 8GE
Derby	Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28, Derby, DE1 2AY
Leicester	St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA, Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG
Loughborough	Amber Rooms, The Rushes Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Mansfield	Bus Stop, Walkden Street Mansfield, NG18 1QN
Nottingham	Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino, Nottingham, NG1 6HE
Rotherham	Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street, Rotherham , S60 1QB
Sheffield	Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House Sheffield, S1 2BG