Edinburgh History Trip – UK
Edinburgh: Crowns, Conflict and Culture
“Edinburgh offers a fascinating journey through Scottish history. Students can explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle, the historic Royal Mile, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse to learn about Scotland’s monarchy, conflicts, and cultural heritage.
The city’s medieval streets and museums bring history to life, making Edinburgh an ideal destination for immersive historical learning.“
Unions, Uprisings and Unicorns
From Jacobites to devolution, Edinburgh offers students a chance to question power, loyalty and identity. It’s the ideal setting for examining Scotland’s past and present — through walls, artefacts and debate.
Study monarchy, union and rebellion in a Scottish context.
Explore national identity and modern devolved power.
Use primary evidence from artefacts and architecture.
Castle Strategy Session
Castle Strategy Session: Sketch defences and power projection.
Holyrood Palace vs Parliament
Holyrood Palace vs Parliament: Compare historic and modern authority.
Jacobite Timeline Task
Jacobite Timeline Task: Trace key players and turning points.
Museum Object Analysis
Museum Object Analysis: Build arguments from real artefacts.
Street Name Mapping
Street Name Mapping: Spot history in the city’s fabric.
Scottish Identity Workshop
Scottish Identity Workshop: Reflect on how people define ‘nation’.
Daily Question Cards
Daily Question Cards: Anchor debate in place-based evidence.
What’s included in our packages?
Fully bespoke tour & itinerary tailoring to your preferences
All travel Provsions (UK transfers, Flights, Internationasl transfers).
Half board accommodation (+packed lunches where applicable)
Experienced in-field tour coordinator (Dedicated to your party only)
All ticketing to itinerary options (Where applicable)
Ottimi online services (Parent/ student tour webpage)
Full evening activities programme
