On the trail of Mary, Queen of Scots

Mary, Queen of Scots is the most famous and interesting Scottish monarch. Born in 1542, the daughter of King James V of Scotland and Mary of Guise, she became queen of Scotland at only a week old and was betrothed to the Dauphin of France and educated at the French Court. Her reign was marred by troubled marriages, betrayal, rebellion and murder.

Mary was a devout Catholic and claimed the English Crown was rightfully hers. She was a great danger to the English Queen Elizabeth I. When Mary fled to England she was confined by Elizabeth and was ultimately hanged for treason 19 years later at Fotheringhay Castle near Peterborough. After a short period at Peterborough Cathedral, her son James VI of Scotland / James I of England exhumed her remains in 1612 and brought them to Westminster Cathedral.On this Mary Queen of Scots tour learn about Mary’s troubled history and visit some of the most famous sights from her live and times in Scotland.

We will tell you the stories and history that make each attraction come to life!

Highlights of the tour

Each tour is different, but typically on the Mary Queen of Scots tour from Edinburgh you will visit these locations:

• Leith Docks
• Linlithgow Palace
• Falkland Palace
• Holyrood Palace
• Stirling Castle
• Craigmillar Castle
• Lochleven Castle
• Edinburgh Castle
• Huntingtower Castle (multi-day tour only)
• Inchmahome Priory (multi-day tour only)

Lunch recommendations

If you are planning to stop to eat then we can provide you with a recommendation based on our location and your tastes.

Cost and inclusions

Tours are priced for the full vehicle (up to 6 passengers) and include all fuel, tolls / parking charges and the services of your driver guide. We also provide complimentary still & sparkling water.

Collection & drop off

We can collect you and drop you off at any location within Edinburgh including the airport / train station, your accommodation or meeting point.

Entrance Fees

Please note that entrance Fees are not Included be default. We advise to pre book where possible to ensure prompt entry. We can manage these bookings for you.