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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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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.
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.
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.
Situated in Perth centre, the award-winning Salutation Hotel is in a historic building and offers an elegant Adam Restaurant, Reids Bar and complimentary WiFi in all public areas. Guest rooms each have a TV and tea/coffee-making facilities.
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Leicester Fosse Park | Leicester Fosse Park, Bus Stop, Fosse Park Avenue Next to ASDA (opposite petrol station), LE3 2LL |
| Loughborough | Amber Rooms, The Rushes Loughborough, LE11 5BE |
| Lutterworth | George Street, Outside Wycliffe Rooms Lutterworth, LE17 4EG |
| Mansfield | Fire Station Bus Stop, Rosemary Street Mansfield, NG19 6AA |
| Nottingham | Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino, Nottingham, NG1 6HE |
| Sheffield | Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House Sheffield, S1 2BG |
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