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As a local Edinburgh lad and after working as a driver guide leading tours all over Scotland it has always confused me why more visitors don't head east of Edinburgh. Guess the big marketing departments just stick with selling the highlands and Saint Andrews. They are beautiful and worth a visit for sure, but make no mistake, much closer to Edinburgh, there will be Gold!!

This is a highly flexible tour with the best fit provided for what most interests you and the group. 

Leaving Edinburgh at 9.30 you will take the scenic coastal road to North Berwick. The name Berwick means ""barley farmstead"". Here you will find a beautiful beach, a bustling village/town with authentic buildings and a bakery. Lots of options here including The Scottish Bird life center.

Sitting proud above North Berwick is 'Berwick Law', the remains of an extinct chain of volcanoes that stretch across east Lothian, including the rock Edinburgh castle is built on. A steep walk up takes 20/30 minutes but the views are often sensational. (optional)

10 minutes from North Berwick and the Law are the magnificent ruins of Tantallon Castle. The last medieval curtain wall castle to be constructed in Scotland, Tantallon comprises a single wall blocking off the headland, with the other three sides naturally protected by sea cliffs.  

From here is my favorite beach in the whole world. Sea Cliff. You often see horses being exercised in the morning here, galloping through the sea spray. The sound of the waves and the unspoiled beauty of the area will recharge your batteries. 

After this it's lunch time. A 20 minute drive further along the coast to the ancient port town of Dunbar. For me nothing can beat Fish and chips on a bench in the harbor watching the fishermen unload their catches while expectant hungry grey common seals watch on from the water. But there are multiple lunch options. 

Heading back west toward Edinburgh: We will visit Athelstandeford. According to popular legend, Athelstaneford is where the original Scottish saltire - the white diagonal cross on a sky blue background - was first adopted. On the eve of a battle between rival armies of Picts and Northumbrians in 832 AD.

You will be so happy you chose East Lothian Gold!!