Part of the
Hurtigruten Group

Royal Yacht Britannia & City Drive

Excursion

Price from

$0

Duration
4hrs
Season
Available all year
Min. number
20 traveller(s)
Booking code
E-LEI1 

Enjoy an audio-guided tour of the Royal Yacht Britannia, then take a bus tour of Scotland's capital city.
  • Visit the Royal Yacht Britannia, and get a unique insight into the lives of the British Royal Family.

  • Stop by the Royal Apartments, where hundreds of original items are on display for visitors to admire.

  • Enjoy a panoramic drive through the city of Edinburgh, and follow the atmospheric Royal Mile.

  • Pass through the extensive Royal Park, and get beautiful views across the city from Arthur’s Seat.


A royal tour 

Described as Queen Elizabeth’s floating palace, the Royal Yacht Britannia is the start of our tour. Discover Britannia’s fascinating past through exhibits and displays. From Leith we travel into Edinburgh, where we’ll drive along the historic Royal Mile. We’ll see Holyrood Palace and enter Princes Street, passing some of the city’s many art galleries and museums, before touring the Georgian New Town.

Practical information

  • Language: English 

  • Remarks/requirements: Sensible walking attire is recommended. Comfortable walking shoes and sun/rain protection may be needed. 

  • Walking information: Some steps on board the Royal Yacht Britannia, decks may be slippery when wet. 

  • Wheelchair accessible: No

Penguins perched on the ice of Cuverville Island, Antarctica. Credit: Espen Mills / HX Hurtigruten Expeditions

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