English Speaking Homestay Exploring Edinburgh and National Parks

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Scotland while improving your English language skills. Join our 5-day tour in Edinburgh with native speakers and explore stunning nature spots, historical cities, and local culture.

Duration: 5 days
Cancellation: 6 days learn more
Highlights

Arrival Day

Kinross - On the first you’ll meet your new travel mates and we’ll have food and drinks at the house. Afterwards we take a walk in the local village and around the lake. In the evening there is a welcome dinner to discuss the days ahead.

The Hermitage National Park

The Hermitage Woodland Walk - The Hermitage offers a captivating woodland walk that immerses you in the serene beauty of nature. As you traverse the well-maintained paths, you’ll be surrounded by towering Douglas firs and ancient oak trees, some of the tallest in Britain, creating a majestic, cathedral-like canopy. The trail meanders along the banks of the River Braan, leading you to the breathtaking Black Linn Falls, where the water cascades dramatically into the gorge below. The Hermitage walk is a perfect blend of natural beauty, historical intrigue, and peaceful solitude, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

Edinburgh City Tour

Edinburgh - A chance to see the city. We will see some classic attractions and also some new hidden spots. We start our journey at the beautiful Castle and from there we will explore the capitals landmarks, hidden streets, parks and cafes. In the evening we will go to a local pub for dinner.

Maspie Den

Departure Day

Kinross - Unfortunately all good things must come to an end. After an action packed trip it’s time to leave Scotland.

We will take you back to the meeting point at whatever time you need to make your flight or train on time.

We will have breakfast as always at 9am or we can make something before this if you have an earlier flight. We ask that you leave your room by 11am but you’re welcome to leave your bags at the house and explore our local village and lake one last time.

We are sure you will have a wonderful experience in Scotland. You will see a mix of nature, history, culture and local life. You will also meet new friends on the course and get more confidence speaking English. Until next time!

What's Included
  • Private transportation for your comfort.
  • Exclusive accommodation at our Private House.
  • Enjoy a variety of inclusive meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
  • Travel in comfort with in-vehicle air conditioning.
What's Not Included
  • Flights.
Additional Information

Join our English Speaking courses to see some of the most beautiful places in Scotland. You will stay with our teachers in a private house in a green area just outside Edinburgh. You will be in small international group (max 7 people) which will give you a chance to practice your English for the whole course.

Each day we will have breakfast at home then go out to discover wonderful nature spots, historical cities and local culture. We always take lunch out with us so it can be enjoyed with great views and fresh air. In the evenings we’ll make a home cooked meal and then play some fun games.

As well as all the places listed on our itinerary we have many more exciting surprises, treats and small trips.

We recommend a minimum level of B1 English to get the most out of this course. Our native speakers will always be there to help you throughout the course. The course is also flexible so you’re welcome to enjoy some free time or suggest places you would love to visit.

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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G7976iimichelav
Jul 10, 2024
English, nature and fun!! - I was in Scotland with Garry and Sophie and the other girls in the group and it was a wonderful experience. I had a lot of fun, we saw beautiful places and had all kinds of experiences: nature walks, Edinburgh city tour and castles .. we even saw the game in a pub!! I left on my own and Recommendation to all those who want to get involved, meet new people, live some really fun days and, of course, try their hand at English... Garry and Sophie are super nice and make you feel really at home!! P.S. I also managed to see sheep in the middle of the street like in movies and on Instagram, now I can check this item off my bucket list.
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Francescacm6025xm
Jul 10, 2024
The perfect combination of holiday and study - Are you looking for a trip different from the usual ones? English Al Fresco is the answer: Garry creates the perfect combination of holiday and study. I've just completed an English course with Garry in Edinburgh with two friends and we highly recommend it. Five incredible days of nature, history, special activities and English.
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Deboraps6709lc
Jun 28, 2024
Beautiful experience - Esperienza bellissima! A perfect mix to visit Edinburgh, take nature walks, speak English with native speakers, meet new people from all over the world and always feel at home. I will definitely come back for another course. Super consigliato!
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Anastasiamt1520oi
May 22, 2024
Amazing experience - My experience has been incredible. I’ve had the opportunity to see many wonderful places. It was nice to meet people from different countries. The accomodation is very comfortable. After this course I felt more confident with speacking english. I highly recommand. Thank's for everything!
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614viktorial
May 22, 2024
Highly recommend this course - If you're looking to improve your English, English Al Fresco offers a well-rounded, enriching program that will exceed your expectations. I recently completed an English course with Garry in Edinburgh, and I highly recommend it. I left the course not only with improved English skills but also with new friends and unforgettable experiences. I am looking forward to joining other adventures with English Al Fresco.
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414elenay
May 22, 2024
Fantastic experience! - Fantastic experience! We stayed in a small Scottish village and it was wonderful to wake up to the birds singing and take a morning walk through the gardens, full of flowers and green meadows with sheep, a true immersion in the heart of Scotland! The rooms are comfortable (bring an adapter for the sockets), the breakfast is typical English sweet and savory, the organization is perfect. It's not the usual lessons, but it's a chance to converse in English in a small group, learn the sayings of native speakers, go for walks in the woods, visit Scottish castles and Edinburgh. I sincerely thank Garry, always ready to lend a hand both with English and for any organizational questions, Daniella, a very nice girl and Ann!
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Lely17
May 21, 2024
An unforgettable experience 🤩 - Coming across this course has been a wonderful experience. Knowing incredible places (the whole time I felt like I was in a fairy tale😍), being immersed in a different culture, trying new food and best of all having met and lived with people from different places in the world is simply spectacular🤩 Garry is a great teacher, he is patient, very friendly and fun. I recommend it 100% if you want to get out of your comfort zone, make new friends, live an unforgettable experience and of course, practice English. Thank you♥️
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Bj_rnbi2702yd
May 17, 2024
Edinburgh Tour - It was a wonderful trip! Garry and his wife are incredibly nice and open. We laughed a lot and hiked a lot! I would choose it again and again🍀
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584ang_liquel
May 16, 2024
Such a great time! - I had a wonderful time with the group. Everything is very well organized, with lovely accommodation and delicious food. The landscapes are stunning and the hiking is invigorating I highly recommend this course; you won't regret it.
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336queld
May 21, 2024
I will definitely repeat ! - It has been a fantastic experience. I practiced a lot of English and also enjoyed the authentic 'E-dim-bra'. I will definitely repeat
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