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The Edinburgh Festival Edinburgh Military Tattoo walking holiday

Edinburgh Military Tattoo walking holiday

INTRODUCTION
Join us for the breathtaking spectacle of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo and some of The Fringe attractions of the Edinburgh Festival. The weekend includes two nights at the four-star George Hotel, reserved seats for The Edinburgh Military Tattoo, fireworks display, and a half-day guided walk along the Royal Mile, passing the Scottish Parliament and up into the hills overlooking the City of Edinburgh to Arthur's Seat.

EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO
We can look forward to watching the Tattoo from the best seats available on the East Stand, below the Royal Box and facing the entrance to Edinburgh Castle. Acclaimed by many as one of the greatest shows on earth, the Tattoo is a dazzling and compelling celebration of music, dance and drama. Set against the magnificent backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, this year's Edinburgh Military Tattoo promises to be the best ever. The Saturday night performance concludes with a spectacular fireworks display.

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Dates: 8 - 10 August 2009
Price: £TBC
Grade: Easy - more info
Availability: Places available
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THE FRINGE
If you would like further information on Fringe events, please refer to the website near the time www.CtheFestival.com

THE INTERCONTINENTAL GEORGE HOTEL
Designed by Robert Adam over 200 years ago, the hotel has retained much of its original architectural detail and has recently undergone extensive refurbishment. The hotel's 195 rooms are luxuriously appointed with all the facilities that you would expect of a four-star hotel, many with superb views over the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh Castle. The George is superbly located in the historical city centre, near Princes Street Gardens and within easy walking distance of all the city sights, including Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. Tel: 0131 225 1251 www.edinburgh.intercontinental.com
Walking holiday in Edinburgh

Walking holiday in Edinburgh

Walking holiday in Edinburgh

 

 

PROGRAMME
Saturday 8th August 2009
Rooms are available at the hotel from 3.00pm, or arrive early and leave your cases with the concierge while you explore Edinburgh. Meet in the hotel lounge at 6.00pm for a welcome reception, followed by optional dinner in the hotel or local restaurant. The Edinburgh Military Tattoo performance at Edinburgh Castle starts promptly at 10.30pm and you should aim to be seated by 10.00pm.

Sunday 9th August 2009
After a full Scottish breakfast in the hotel we leave for a guided walk along the Royal Mile, passing the Scottish Parliament and up to Arthur's Seat, situated on the volcanic hills to the east of Edinburgh above the Palace of Holyrood house. The walk should take about three hours and is graded easy. Free time in the afternoon to explore Edinburgh, followed by dinner under your own arrangements of an optional Carvery dinner at The George.

Alternatively, arrangements can be made to dine at one of Scotland's most famous restaurants, The Witchery, situated at the entrance to Edinburgh Castle on the Royal Mile. Advanced bookings are essential. Please let us know if you would like to be included.

Monday 10th August 2009
Full Scottish breakfast in the hotel, followed by free time. Leave your luggage with the concierge and spend extra time to visit The Fringe or explore Edinburgh.

TARIFF
Inclusive price per person sharing a twin/double room - £TBC
Supplement for single occupancy - £TBC

WHAT THE PRICE INCLUDES

  • Welcome Reception
  • Two nights Bed & Breakfast at The George Hotel, including VAT at 17½%
  • Reserved best seats on the East Stand, below the Royal Box, for the Edinburgh Military Tattoo
  • Fireworks display
  • Half-day guided walk to Arthur's Seat in the hills overlooking Edinburgh
  • Accompanying Tour Leader

WHAT THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • As dinner menus at the hotel and The Witchery are 'a la carte', and as advance reservations are essential, you are requested to let us know if you would like to be included for dinner on one or both evenings.

HOW TO GET THERE
Either travel by car or by Inter City train to Waverley Station, Edinburgh. The hotel is a 10-minute walk or 5-minute taxi drive from the station.

Virgin Trains
Enquiries: Tel: 08457 484950
For Tickets: Tel: 08457 222333

Ask for their group fare rate (parties of four or more) or their Apex tickets.