PHOTO: The Edinburgh Military Tattoo is one of the great historical spectacles in the world. (Courtesy of Sceptre Tours)

Where to: Edinburgh, Scotland.

When: And five nights between Aug. 1 and Aug. 18.  

What is included: The package includes roundtrip air, five nights’ hotel accommodation, a ticket to the Edinburgh Military Tattoo Ticket, a hop-on/hop-off tour and breakfast daily.

The Military Tattoo is a military drum performance that dates back to the 17th century. One of the best known of these events is held on the Esplanade in front of Edinburgh Castle every August. It is the showcase event of the annual Edinburgh Festival. 

The event features performers on bagpipes and drums who travel from all over the world to perform and participate..

Inclusions:

Round trip economy class airfare to Edinburgh (EDI)

Five nights at The Roxburghe Hotel, Edinburgh

A 24-hour Edinburgh hop-on/hop-off city tour

A ticket to the Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Daily breakfast

Service charges and tax, including 20 percent VAT, paid.

 Price: From $2,453 from New York

For more information, see sceptretours.com.