Explore the majesty of Scotland's capital city of Edinburgh on this day trip from Glasgow. Marvel at the Georgian architecture of the "New" town and learn about fascinating history of times gone past as you wander the cobbled streets of the medieval "Old" town.

Drive along Edinburgh's main thoroughfare of Prince's Street and glance to your right to see the magnificent Edinburgh Castle towering over the city from atop a volcanic plug. You will also see the neo-gothic Scott Monument, dedicated to Sir Walter Scott - the largest monument ever to be built in memory of a writer. 

Tour through St Andrew's square and along George street to Charlotte Square, the home of Scotland's First Minister. Continue to the Grassmarket with it's many grizzly stories of the executions that once took place there and now a popular haunt for its many bars and nightclubs. Hear the story of Greyfriar's Bobby, the little dog that stood guard over his masters grave for 14 years as you head for Edinburgh Castle.

The section of the High street know as the "Royal Mile" got its name as it starts at Edinburgh Castle and ends at the Palace of Holyroodhouse. As you drive along this stretch you will hear stories of the many characters who once lived here. See the the New Scottish Parliament building and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, HM The Queen's official residence in Scotland as you head back to the city centre via the picturesque Queen's Park.

You will have free time for shopping and more sightseeing before heading back to Glasgow.