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               Royal Holyrood and the
                                                                        Set in the heart of Peebles, the 4-star Peebles Hydro
               Best of Edinburgh                                        Hotel offer rooms that are invitingly cosy and comfy,
                                                                        with free access to the gym and swimming pool. The
                                                                        hotel also offers plenty of activities and experiences for
               Explore the best of the Scottish capital from Royal      guests to enjoy, ranging from an 1881 gin distillery tour
               palaces and the magnificent Rosslyn Chapel to a cruise   to alpaca trekking around the Peebles Hydro estate.
               to view the Three Bridges.
                                                                        Hotel essentials and extras
                                                                           WiFi Available    Telephone
                5 Days  from  £729                                         Bar               Tea & Coffee Facilities
                                                                           Restaurant        Bath and/or Shower
               Apr 2026 to Oct 2026
                                                                           TV                Lift
                                                                           Hairdryer

             Here’s what you’ll get up to...     described as "a treasure in stone" due      Included joining points
                                                 to its magnificent ornate stonework
               Day 1  Local departure or Home Connect   and intricate carvings. The beauty and   from these regions, see pages 12 to 15
             service to Scotland and our hotel for four   symbolism surrounding the site made it       2    4
             nights. Relax and enjoy dinner tonight   an inspiration for the best-selling novel
             with your fellow passengers. D       ‘The Da Vinci Code’. This afternoon, we        Included meals
             Day 2  Edinburgh and the Palace of   will return to the hotel for some free time      4xB;4xD
             Holyroodhouse  After breakfast today,   to enjoy the facilities. Why not take a   Look out for 'B' or 'D' to find out when
             we head to Edinburgh, where you'll find   swim in the large swimming pool or enjoy   breakfast or dinner is included!
             independent stores alongside well-known  the spa? The hotel has its own 1881 Gin
             brands, plus plenty of attractions waiting   distillery and offers tours and tastings   Included excursions
             to be discovered! We will also enjoy a   that can be booked with reception.
             visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the   They even have their own Alpacas, with   Edinburgh   Peebles
             official Scottish residence of His Majesty   wonderful experiences on offer! B D       Rosslyn Chapel
             the King. Located at the bottom of the   Day 4  Three Bridges Cruise and     The Palace of Holyroodhouse
             Royal Mile, this Royal palace has an   Peebles  After breakfast today, we
             intriguing history with its association with   journey to the Firth of Forth for our   Three Bridges Cruise
             Mary Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince   cruise. On board, we take in the
             Charlie. Visit the state apartments and   spectacular views of the Three Bridges   Day 5  After breakfast today, we begin the
             throne room and the great gallery. You   and the beautiful Edinburgh skyline,   journey home. B
             will then have free time in Edinburgh to   enjoying the commentary as we go. You
             explore at your own pace. The imposing   might even be lucky enough to spot seals
             castle is well worth a visit or you can   or puffins and marine wildlife! On our way
             explore the Royal Mile. B D         back to the hotel in the afternoon, we will   Bag it with just a deposit! See page 3
             Day 3  Rosslyn Chapel  After breakfast   stop in Peebles, which straddles the River   Code W5UPRE
             today, we visit one of Scotland's gems   Tweed. You will have some free time to
                                                                                      APR 06 2026   4    £729 SEP 07  2026   2    £739
             – Rosslyn Chapel. Founded in 1446   walk by the river or explore the pretty   JUN 08 2026   4    £739 OCT 05 2026   4    £739
             by Sir William St Clair, the chapel is   town centre. B D                     Single Room Supplements from £159




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