Private Tour to Dunfermline Abbey and Carnegie House
Private Tour
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Tour ID:1503
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Tour theme:Historic and Cultural Tours,
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Duration:1/2 Day - 4 hours approx.
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Starts from:Edinburgh, South Queensferry
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Tour Description
This half day tour from Edinburgh goes to the Fife town of Dunfermline. Once the capital of Scotland it holds some important buildings to Scottish History. The ancient Dunfermline Abbey was originally built by King David I, it is a great example of Romanesque architecture. When rebuilding the choir as a parish church in 1818 an oak cask was found with a body wrapped in a gold cloth and the chest cavity open. This is said to be the tomb of Robert the Bruce.
Opposite the abbey is the Palace which was used by the monks for living quarters and also for important guests and pilgrims. It became home to Queen Anne of Denmark, wife of James VI (I of England) in 1590. The royal family used their wealth to make a grand palace. The future King Charles I was also born here. The Palace now sit in ruins.
The abbey was originally founded by Queen Margaret in 1070 who's shrine also lays here. During her life time she was a very pious woman who for her religious passion became Saint Margaret after her death. Her original place of prayer was at a well which now sits in an underground cave open to the public.
After we go to the childhood home of Andrew Carnegie where we see how a man from humble beginnings became one of the most wealthiest men on earth. The house dates back to 1775 where is father William was a skilled linen handloom weaver. Later the family then moved to Pittsburgh where Andrew gained his wealth from the steal industry. In retirement he became a philanthropist and travelled the world giving his money to good causes. The house has been to restored to see how life was in the 18th century and has an exhibition on Andrew Carnegie's life.
In total the tour will take about 4 hours.
Private Tour to Dunfermline Abbey and Carnegie House from Edinburgh
Prices & Dates
This is a private tour and prices and details are available upon request.
The prices for this tour will depend on your group size and itinerary.
We can cater to small groups of 1 to 15 people in a Mercedes Mini-coach.
We are also happy to organise a tour for a larger group with a coach, driver and guide.
For more details contact us now!
What's Included
On our private tours you will benefit from qualified guide that will take you inside the historic monuments on an interior tour. All of our private tours include the services of a Blue Badge Tourist Guide accredited by the Scottish Tourist Guide Association.
The Scottish Tourist Guides Association is the accrediting body for professional Tourist Guides in Scotland and awards the Blue Badge, a registered Coat of Arms, which can ONLY be worn by members of STGA. It is recognised as the badge of quality throughout the tourist profession.
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Terms & Conditions
Terms and Conditions
NOTICE TO TRAVELLERS
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TOUR INFORMATION
The outline of the itinerary must be taken as an indication of what each Group should accomplish and not as a contractual obligation on the part of Go Scotland Tours. Any changes in itinerary may be caused by local political conditions, delays, mechanical breakdown, weather, border restrictions, sickness or other unforeseeable circumstances. No refund will be given for services not fulfilled. It is a fundamental condition of joining the tour described in the itinerary that you accept this flexibility and acknowledge that delays and alterations with resulting consequences, comfort or disappointments are possible.
TOUR INSURANCE PROTECTION
To protect yourself against cancellation charges, we highly recommend that you purchase Travel & Medical Insurance for your added protection and convenience. We accept no responsibilities for these items.
REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS
Below are the standard terms of cancellations. For regular tours please refer to each tours individual terms when making the booking online. Be-spoke services terms may vary and change.
Be-spoke (Private) 1 Day Services; private services of only 1 day (tours, transfers, etc..) are non-refundable 1 week prior.
Be-spoke (Private) Multi-day Services; A 75% refund (25% of package price or £200 GBP if 10% of the price lower, the deposit is non-refundable) will be made if cancellations are received a minimum of 60 Days prior to the Tour departure. From 59 to 30 Days 50% of the tour cost is non-refundable. From 30 days prior to departure, 100% of the tour cost is non-refundable.
UNUSED SERVICES
In case of you are canceling any portion of the tour while en route, there are no refunds for pre-booked hotels, sightseeing tours or any other services or costs. Note: No refunds are made for any unused services including accommodations, sightseeing tours, transportation, etc. with or without notice and the above schedule lists cancellation penalties in effect from time of reservation on any tour or extension. Go Scotland Tours is not responsible for cancelations or delays caused by forces of nature or airlines or cruise line.
CHANGES OF BOOKING
Be-spoke services; Changes made 30 or more days prior of tour start date non-refundable fee of £85 GBP will be charged. Changes made within 30 of tour start date non-refundable fee of £115 GBP.
Regular tours; no charge for changes
Note; charges may vary then what is specified above. This will be discussed at time of change.
CHANGE OF ITINERARY
No changes can be made in the itinerary as set out in the itinerary once travel has commenced unless confirmed by the Tour organizers in accordance with the provisions listed here.
CHANGE OF HOTELS OR SERVICES
Go Scotland Tours. reserves the right to substitute hotels listed for others of a similar category. In the event of any program or hotel changes while you are on the tour, you will be immediately informed and booked in another hotel of the same category. Any costs incurred due to changes made by the tour participants or due to additional services requested will be borne by the tour participants.
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ITINERARY, ACCOMMODATIONS AND PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
