St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife Tour Highlights
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Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscape from the Forth Rail Bridge, one of Scotland's most iconic man-made structures
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Visit Scotland's oldest university, which is believed to date back to the 6th century, and learn about its glorious past
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Admire the splendour of the Falkland Palace, which served as the residence of the Stewarts, a prominent Scottish royal family
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Explore every nook and cranny of the ancient fishing village of Anstruther by strolling down its old cobbled alleyways
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Take this incredible excursion to the Kingdom of fife to admire it's fish villages and visit the St. Andrews, the home of golf
St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife Tour Overview
Meeting Location: 6 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3EG, United Kingdom
Activity Starting Time: 09:30 AM
Activity Duration: 8 Hours 30 Minutes
About the St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife Tour:
This day tour from Edinburgh will transport you to the mediaeval times to visit kingdom of Fife. You will travel across the fishing villages, St. Andrews town, and the gorgeous Falkland where you will get a chance to witness the stunning Falkland Palace. So, bring your loved ones along on this tour and make it one to remember.
About the Activity:
- Arrive at the meeting point and prepare to be immersed in mediaeval times when you explore the Kingdom of Fife.
- Leave Edinburgh and travel to the Forth Road Bridge. Take in some breathtaking panoramic views of the gorgeous surroundings while crossing the Forth Bridge.
- Cross the bridge into the Kingdom of Fife, where you'll pass through several of the region's lovely villages.
- Stop off in Anstruther, a typical fishing village, for a tour of its cobblestone streets and lanes. Enjoy your walk from the seafront to the harbour.
- Travel from Anstruther to St. Andrews, where you can pay your respects at Scotland's largest cathedral, the Norman Cathedral.
- Drive through central Fife's rolling terrain, filled with small settlements and farms and reach at the Falkland.
- Visit the Falkland Palace and learn about its fascinating history as the home of one of Scotland's royal families.
- Before boarding the bus to return to Edinburgh, take a stroll through the hamlet or stop at one of the village's traditional pubs to cap off this trip on a high note.
How to Reach?
- By Car: Hire a cab and come via Waterloo Pl/A1route to reach your destination within a minute.
- By Walk: Take a stroll from Waterloo Pl/A1 route and reach your destination within a minute.
Don't Miss:
- While you are in Edinburgh, you can surely book our Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour and Harry Potter Walking Tour in Edinburgh.
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From Edinburgh: St Andrews & Fife's Fishing Villages
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Know Before You Go for St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife Tour
- All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival.
- ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of arrival.
- Participants are not allowed to carry any sharp object, lighter, alcohol, knife, etc.
- Children aged 4 and younger are not permitted, children aged 5-15 will be charged at a child price and individuals aged 16 and above will be charged at an adult price.
- Food and drinks are not included in the price of the tour.
- Guests are free to explore attractions at the stops along the tour, but entrance fees for these attractions are not included and will need to be paid for separately.
- Falkland Palace is closed from November through to Easter.
- This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.