Edinburgh Train and Plane Adventure Tour
from
£120
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
1-7
people
price for
1 participant
7
hours
  • • Explore Scotland's Unique Aviation and Railway Tour
  • • Enjoy a Full-Day Experience Lasting 7 Hours
  • • Visit the World’s Largest Horse-Head Sculptures at The Kelpies
or

Why We Love This Unique Experience

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the captivating world of trains and planes on the Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion. This unique experience promises a fascinating blend of history and engineering, perfect for those eager to explore a side of Scotland that goes beyond traditional tours. Discover iconic aircraft and historic steam locomotives while soaking in the stunning landscapes of the region.

The adventure begins as participants are guided along Edinburgh's shoreline towards the National Museum of Flight, located at a former World War II airfield. Marvel at over 30 preserved aircraft, including the legendary Concorde and the formidable Avro Vulcan, both of which played significant roles in aviation history. After immersing in the world of flight, the tour continues westwards to Bo'ness, where the charm of a preserved steam railway awaits. Experience a nostalgic ride along the picturesque Firth of Forth, with the option to explore the Scottish Rail Preservation Museum or take a leisurely stroll through the town, depending on time availability.

This excursion offers not only a remarkable day filled with discovery but also makes a fantastic gift for the adventure seekers and history enthusiasts in your life. Treat friends or family to this extraordinary exploration of Scotland's engineering marvels, creating memories that will be cherished for years to come.

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Experience Overview:

Trains And Planes Edinburgh Day Shore Excursion

Led by our History buff, Spencer, who's a mine of knowledge about all things Trains and Planes this tour is squarely aimed at visitors to Scotland that want to do something a wee bit different to the usual Bagpipes and Whisky tours.
If you've a fascination with things that go 'Bang', 'Whoosh' or 'Chuff' then this tour is for you. You'll see, feel, touch and sit in unique aircraft like the Concorde, and gaze up into the massive Vulcan V Bomber where Britain's nuclear deterrent was strapped to the underside throughout the Cold War.

You'll get the chance to ride behind a working heritage steam locomotive, with the historical explanations of where it was built and where it worked during it's service life.

Spencer will also point out other marvels of Scottish Engineering like the 3 Bridges including the iconic Forth Rail Bridge. Depending on cruise departure time we may have the opportunity to cross the Forth on the new Queensferry Crossing for a Photostop on the north bank of the Forth

Meeting Point

Ocean Terminal

74 Ocean Dr, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ, UK

Meet outside Terminal Building at silver MiniVan with Sailaway logo

What's included:

  • In-person guide is also the driver
  • Ticket on Steam Railway
  • Museum Entrance - National Museum of Flight
  • Museum Entrance Scottish Rail Preservation Museum

Not included:

  • Gratuities

What to expect:

Duration: 7 hours

National Museum of Flight

East Fortune Airfield B1347, North Berwick, EH39 5LF

We first head along Edinburgh's shore line before joining the A1 to get to the National Museum of Flight based at the old World War 2 airfield at East Fortune, which is around 30 miles east of Edinburgh.
Explore and get your hands on over 30 iconic preserved aircraft including Harriers; Tornados, Jaguars, a World War 2 Spitfire, a Red Arrows Gnat Display Aircraft, and the Stars of the Show: an Avro Vulcan that took part in the 1982 Falklands War bombing of Port Stanley Airport and the iconic Concorde - the World's greatest supersonic passenger aircraft.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Bo'ness

Bo'ness

We take the 60 minute journey westwards to the town of Bo'ness and the historic preserved railway. We then take a 70 minute return journey along the shore of the Firth of Forth behind a preserved steam locomotive with a short stop at Manuel for photos and watching the train being turned for it's return journey back to Bo'ness. Depending on Cruise Ship timings we would then have up to an hour to explore the Scottish Rail Preservation Museum at Bo'ness or even a stroll around the quaint town.

2 hours

The Kelpies & The Helix

M9, Falkirk, FK2 7ZT

A visit and photo stop at the iconic Kelpies sculptures adjoining the Firth and Clyde canal where some working canal narrowboats might be available to view.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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C.I. Broadcasting Ltd

Product SKU: UK-27132-0001

Edinburgh Trains and Planes History Tour

Edinburgh
Edinburgh
1-7
people
price for
1 participant
7
hours
  • • Explore Scotland's Unique Aviation and Railway Tour
  • • Enjoy a Full-Day Experience Lasting 7 Hours
  • • Visit the World’s Largest Horse-Head Sculptures at The Kelpies
or

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