DAY 1, Friday - Depart for Scotland
Depart for Scotland
DAY 2, Saturday - Arrive in Edinburgh
Arrive in dramatic Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city with its stunning Georgian and Victorian architecture. The rest of the day is at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by dinner. We recommend that you select flights which no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Sunday - Edinburgh City Tour
This morning join a local guide for a city tour of historic Edinburgh. The route will take you past the Scottish Parliament, the Museum of Scotland, the Royal Mile, Georgian New Town and Princes Street. Also included is a visit to Edinburgh Castle where you can see the Crown Room and St. Margaret's Chapel. The balance of the day is at leisure, or join the optional Edinburgh Old Town Walking Tour. Begin at the Esplanade of Edinburgh Castle. Follow your guide down the Royal Mile, uncovering the secrets of ancients closes, grand cathedrals, and the infamous historical figures. Along the way, discover the real-life inspirations behind JK Rowling's Harry Potter series, from mysterious alleys to Gothic architecture. This immersive tour blends history, legend, and literary magic in the heart of Scotland's capital. Tonight, perhaps attend the optional A Taste of Scotland
Optional: Edinburgh Old Town Walking Tour
Optional: A Taste of Scotland (PM)
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Monday - St. Andrews, Sheepdog Demonstration, Whisky Distillery & Tasting, Aviemore
A day of outstanding scenery as you arrive in the charming town of St. Andrews, celebrated for its golf courses and internationally renowned St. Andrews University, where Prince William studied. Next travel to a working farm* to participate in a typical day of a Highland shepherd and his dogs. Watch up to eight dogs working at the same time on the sheep and hear their individual whistle commands. Meet the friendly collie pups and help shear a sheep. Next, tour a local distillery in the town of Newburgh, along with a lecture about whisky making and tasting of this Scottish delight. Continue the drive and admire the serene landscape on your way to the hotel in the resort town of Aviemore within magnificent Cairngorms National Park. Tonight, dinner is at the hotel
*This tour includes interactions with animals. Passengers may choose not to participate. Please note that no substitute or refund is available.
Overnight: Aviemore
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5, Tuesday - Culloden Battlefield, Loch Ness
Morning visit to the site of the Culloden Battlefield where Jacobite forces faced the British army in 1746, marking the collapse of the Jacobite uprising and beginning of the integration of the Highlands into the British Kingdom. Learn more about this famous battle through exhibitions at the Visitor Center. Afterward, travel to picturesque Loch Ness, immortalized by the Loch Ness Monster. Take a scenic boat ride past the ruins of iconic Urquhart Castle perched on the banks of the lake, one of the most striking sights in Scotland. The rest of the day is free
Overnight: Aviemore
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Wednesday - Dunrobin Castle, Wick
This morning, depart Aviemore and travel to Dunrobin Castle, dating back to 1275. Featuring over 190 rooms, it is the largest castle in northern Scotland. Tour the regal castle, its rooms with valuable artifacts and a library with over 10,000 volumes. In the castle gardens, see an interesting demonstration of falconry by these well-trained birds of prey. Afterward, drive to Wick, one of the most northerly towns in mainland Scotland. Arrive in the charming town, boasting a rich maritime history and spend time at leisure. Perhaps join the optional pub evening for a night of storytelling and traditional music. Tonight, dinner caps a lovely day
Optional: Traditional Pub Gathering with Stories, Music & Song (PM)
Overnight: Wick
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7, Thursday - Orkney Islands
Board a ferry this morning to the spellbinding Orkney Islands, an archipelago off the coast of Scotland with a unique culture and history. The islands encompass mysterious Neolithic sites, tall sandstone cliffs, and seal colonies. The first stop is to the ancient settlement of Skara Brae, a 5000-year-old preserved village. Driving across the Churchill barriers created during WWII to deter submarines, view the ornate Italian Chapel, constructed by Italian prisoners of war during World War II. Return to Wick in time for dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Wick
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8, Friday - Village of Ullapool, Fish and Chips Lunch, Isle of Skye
Depart Wick this morning, on a long and scenic drive towards Isle of Skye. Stop at the quaint fishing village of Ullapool in the Northwest Highlands - a perfect place to enjoy a fish and chips lunch. Then continue to the magical Isle of Skye. View the stunning landscapes along the way, including jagged mountains, sparkling lochs, delightful fishing villages and medieval castles. Dinner is at the hotel this evening
Overnight: Isle of Skye
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9, Saturday - Skye, Dunvegan Castle
Head to Portree, the main town of Skye. Stroll through its colorful harbor, browse local shops and cafes, and admire beautiful views of the surrounding hills and coastline. Spend your lunchtime discovering the flavors of Portree on your own, with a variety of local dining options available. Later, visit Dunvegan Castle, built in the 13th century, atop a basalt rock in a bucolic lochside setting. It is the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland and has been the ancestral home of the Chiefs of Clan MacLeod for 800 years. Have dinner at the hotel this evening
Overnight: Isle of Skye
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 10, Sunday - Loch Lomond, Glasgow
Embark on a scenic drive towards Loch Lomond. Marvel at the outstanding scenery and the dramatic landscape. Continue the journey along the "bonnie banks" of Loch Lomond (immortalized by the song) with time for lunch on your own in these beautiful surroundings before arriving in the vibrant port city of Glasgow, famed for its Victorian and Art Nouveau architecture. This evening, opportunity to discover Glasgow's many lively pubs and restaurants on your own
Overnight: Glasgow
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 11, Monday - Tour Glasgow, Stirling Castle
In Glasgow, begin the day with views of the city's splendid architecture, magnificent George Square and the River Clyde, the center of the city's shipbuilding industry. Stop at timeless St. Mungo's Cathedral, dedicated to the patron saint and founder of the city, before free time to stroll the lively streets. Later, visit the historically important Stirling Castle, favored residence of the Stuart kings and queens. Knights, nobles and foreign ambassadors once flocked to Stirling Castle to revel in its grandeur with its superb sculptures and beautiful gardens. Tour the halls, chapels, and bedrooms of this imposing castle. Before returning to Glasgow, view the Wallace Monument from the castle walls, dedicated to Sir William Wallace. Tonight, bid a fond farewell to Scotland and your Tour Manager at dinner
Overnight: Glasgow
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 12, Tuesday - Depart Scotland
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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