Discover Scotland: 8 Nights/9 Days – From Edinburgh to Glasgow
Itinerary
Day 1 | Edinburgh – Pick up your rental car
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Welcome to Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital and a World Heritage Site. Edinburgh is set on a series of volcanic hills, each giving a different vantage point from which to view this beautiful city with a past rich in history. There are many places to visit by foot – Princes Street lined with quality shops and Edinburgh’s impressive castle (probably the best known of Edinburgh’s views). It has been a royal residence since the 11th century, Whilst at the Castle, visit the Scottish Crown Jewels in the Crown Room. The 16th century Great Hall with its hammerbeam roof. The 15th century Palace containing the royal apartment are also well worth a visit, so too is Arthur’s Seat overlooking Holyrood Park.
Accommodation:
Tourist Class: Holiday Inn Express Waterfront or similar (2 nights)
Day 2 | Edinburgh
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The Old Town is set on a ridge running down from the Castle Rock, contrasting with the New Town with its elegant Georgian streets and squares. Visit the Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre – the best way to sample the local brew is on a pub crawl. The Outlook Tower and Camera Obscura affords a fascinating view of the City. Gladstone’s Land is a narrow six-storey tenement, typical of the buildings erected in the 17th century. The restored premises comprise of a shop with living quarters above, a good example of a 17th century town house with original painted ceilings and furnishings. The New Town (1767-1830) was laid out on a gridiron pattern, with vistas and focal points and the wealthy soon took up residence in its splendid squares (Charlotte Square where you can visit the refurbished Georgian House) and elegant streets as George Street.
Day 3 | Edinburgh – St. Andrews – Dundee – Aberdeen
207.6 km
Drive to St. Andrews (“home” of golf), with its imposing cathedral, castle and famous university founded in 1410. Drive on to Dundee, a busy seaport city with the Sidlaw Hills as its backdrop. A regional food specialty is its rich fruit Dundee cake. Visit Discovery Point, custom built in 1901 for scientific explorations and the pride of the city. Explore the main gun decks of the Frigate Unicorn and savor life in the Royal Navy in its golden age of sail. On to the dignified granite city of Aberdeen for your overnight stay. Walk through the medieval streets of Old Aberdeen; visit the Maritime Museum in the City Center, and the Art Gallery with its permanent Scottish Collection.
Accommodation:
Tourist Class: Holiday Inn Express or similar
Day 4 | Aberdeen – Elgin – Inverness
168.98 km
From Aberdeen drive through the area of Moray to the market town of Elgin, on the banks of the Lossie, with its main street linking the mainstays of a medieval burgh, cathedral and castle. The capital of Scotland’s famous pure malt whisky, distilled according to age-old methods, is in Dufftown with its Dallas Dhu Distillery. Continue through Grampian, renowned for its Malt Whisky distilleries as well as its castles, quaint country shops and unique wildlife – which includes men in kilts! In the pleasant village of Glamis stands Glamis Castle – the epitome of Scottish castles with its towers, turrets, and conical roof. The ghost of Lady Glamis, burnt as a witch, has literary associations with Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Glamis Castle has been the home of the Lyon family (forebears of the present Queen Elizabeth’s late mother) since 1372. Standing astride the River Ness flowing from Loch Ness, is the capital of the Scottish Highlands, Inverness, where we have arranged a two-night stay.
Accommodation:
Tourist Class: Ramada Encore or similar ( 2 nights)
Day 5 | Inverness
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From Inverness set out to explore the Highlands and enjoy its spectacular scenery of heather, mountains, cliffs, moorlands and fresh water lochs. The dramatic coastline gives way to lush undulating countryside cradling large country estates and old manor houses. There are many castles in the area including Cawdor Castle, built in the 14th century by the Thanes of Cawdor (written of by Shakespeare in Macbeth). Visit the dark waters of Loch Ness, renowned the world over as the home of the elusive Nessie monster. Scotland is proud of its regional food specialties of Scottish beef and lamb, venison and grouse, and of course whisky.
Day 6 | Inverness – Kyle of Lochalsh
183.46 km
From Inverness see some of the finest scenery in the region on the way to Kyle of Lochalsh, which is a busy ferry port for Skye, though many visitors now use the new road bridge. The hub of the local fishing industry, pleasure crafts also operate out of the harbor offering fishing trips and wildlife cruises. East of Kyle, on the north shore of Loch Duich, is EileanDonan Castle. Probably featured on more Scottish calendars than any other building, it is situated on an island at the point where three great sea lochs meet and surrounded by majestic scenery. Explore the castle and enjoy a journey through the history of the area. Ample parking at the castle is available. Today’s journey ends in Kyle of Lochalsh, where we have arranged your two-night stay.
Accommodation:
Tourist and First Class Kyle Hotel or similar (2 nights)
Day 7 | Kyle – Isle of Skye – Kyle
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This morning take the road bridge to the Isle of Skye and experience the mystery and enchantment of this Hebridean Isle. Crofting, tourism and forestry are the principal occupations of the islanders, the majority of whom are still Gaelic speakers. The scenic splendor of the Cuillins, a range of rocky mountains, are the island’s most famous feature. Portree is Skye’s pleasant little capital, arranged around a sheltered bay and a popular yachting center. At Kilmuir’s small churchyard, with lovely seascapes, stands a monument to Flora MacDonald who helped Bonnie Prince Charles escape (dressed as her maid) from the Hebrides to Portree, where he left for France as a lifelong exile.
Day 8 | Kyle of Lochalsh – The Trossachs – Loch Loman – Glasgow
299.34 km
Leave Skye for the Trossachs, which is one of Scotland’s most famous scenic areas, with rugged mountains and wooded slopes reflected in the waters of many lochs. From Callander and Loch Venachar in the east, to Loch Katrine and even to the shores of Loch Lomond in the west, the whole area of great scenic beauty is easily accessible. Freshwater Loch Lomond set amidst fantastic scenery, is the largest lake in mainland Britain and contains many islands. As a popular leisure destination it offers every kind of watercraft including kayaks, canoes, wind-surfers, jet skis, and cruisers. From Loch Loman it’s a short drive to Glasgow where we have arranged your overnight stay. Glasgow, an important industrial center and port, is now enjoying a growing reputation as a cultural center with many art galleries and museums worth a visit, as is Glasgow’s gothic Cathedral.
Accommodation:
Tourist Class New Lanark Mill Hotel or similar
Day 9 | Glasgow
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| Price per person | EURO | EURO | EURO | EURO | EURO | EURO | EURO | EURO |
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| No Of Pax | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax | 6 Pax | 7 Pax | 8 Pax | 9 Pax |
| Adult in Twin/Double | 1120 | 972 | 897 | 853 | 862 | 862 | 883 | 860 |
| Adult in Triple | 1068 | 919 | 844 | 800 | 840 | 809 | 830 | 807 |
| Child with bed in Triple | 915 | 839 | 796 | 836 | 804 | 825 | 803 | |
| Child No Bed | 440 | 364 | 321 | 360 | 328 | 349 | 327 |
Scottish Highlands, Isle of Skye, The Trossachs, Scottish Lowlands, Aberdeen, Elgin, Inverness, Portree, Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews, Stirling, Glamis Castle, Loch Loman, Loch Ness, Royal and Ancient. 08 Nights Hotel Accommodation as detailed in the Day by Day Itinerary as described below. Breakfast Daily, all Hotel Taxes and Service Charges. 09 Days Hertz CDMR Compact Manual Ford Focus or similar, Including Unlimited Mileage (UM), Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), Theft Protection (TP), Taxes and Airport Surcharges. Maps, Information, and Detailed Directions to your Hotels. Emergency telephone numbers accessible 24/7 in the unlikely event you have a problem with a hotel or the Hertz rental car. Fuel and Parking Charges. Admissions to Attractions unless otherwise stated. Contract Payment Tour Deposit Travel Insurance Cancellations/Refunds/Change
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Duration Price Per Person
5 to 7 Days EURO 125.00
8 to 10 Days EURO 150.00
11 to 13 Days EURO 175.00
14 to 16 Days EURO 200.00
17 to 20 Days EURO 250
21 Days & Over EURO 300.00
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Notice of cancellation must be made by e-mail directly to the Company
Duration Charge Per Person
60+ Days Deposit Only
59-45 Days 25%
44-30 Days 50%
29-22 Days 75%
21 to Day of Departure 100%
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