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6 Hour Private History and Engineering Tour in Falkirk area

Location Scotland, United Kingdom
$809.09
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Linlithgow Palace and Blackness Castle, both steeped in 15th-century history, set the stage for a captivating journey through Scotland's rich heritage. Marvel at the engineering wonders of the 21st century with a visit to The Kelpies Sculptures and The Falkirk Wheel, creating a perfect blend of past and present.

  • 🏷️ Private History and Engineering Tour: Enjoy a 6-hour guided exploration with private transportation included, ensuring a personalized experience.
  • 🕘 Meet your guide at Linlithgow Train Station at 9 AM for a seamless start to your adventure, just a 20-minute direct journey from Edinburgh.
  • 🏰 Visit Blackness Castle, a formidable fortress on the banks of the River Forth, known for its role in popular films like Outlander and Mary Queen of Scots.
  • 🐴 Stand in awe of The Kelpies, the tallest equine sculptures in the world, reaching an impressive height of 98 feet (30 meters) and completed in 2013.
  • 🚢 Experience the Falkirk Wheel, the only rotating boat lift in the world, connecting two canals with a remarkable half-turn in just five minutes.
  • 🏛️ Explore Linlithgow Palace, the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and a filming location for Outlander, offering a glimpse into Scotland's regal past.
  • 🗣️ Benefit from the expertise of your English-speaking guide, who will enrich your understanding of each site with fascinating stories and insights.
  • ♿ Enjoy wheelchair accessibility, making this tour inclusive for all guests, including those with infants in strollers.

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6 Hour Private History and Engineering Tour in Falkirk area
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • Private transportation
  • Entry Fees Linlithgow Palace £8.00 pp
  • Boat Trip on Falkirk Wheel
  • Entry Fee into Blackness Castle £7.50 pp
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

Meeting point
We will meet you in the station carpark on the side you disembark the train when coming from the Edinburgh direction.
Return details
We will meet you in the station carpark on the side you disembark the train when coming from the Edinburgh direction.

  • Blackness Castle
    Blackness Castle is a formidable 15th Century fortress sitting on the banks of the River Forth and is the filming site in the tv series Outlander as Fort William, the stronghold of the infamous Black Jack Randall. It was also used in the Outlaw King and Mary Queen of Scots movies.
  • The Kelpies & The Helix
    These 30m high horses are the tallest equine sculptures in the world! Baron and Duke have truly won a place in locals & visitors hearts since they were completed in 2013.
  • Falkirk Wheel
    The world's one and only rotating boat lift. A marvel of engineering and Scottish Canals' flagship destination, The Falkirk Wheel. Connecting the Forth & Clyde Canal with the Union Canal in a half-turn that takes only five minutes!
  • Linlithgow Palace
    You will have the opportunity to see Linlithgow Palace, Birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and Outlander filming site for Wentworth Prison.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We will stop for lunch and total travel time is approx 2 hours
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    6 Hour Private History and Engineering Tour in Falkirk area

    Location Scotland, United Kingdom
    $809.09
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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