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Best of Scotland
6 Days Starting in Edinburgh, UK and ending in Glasgow, UK
Visiting: Edinburgh, St Andrews, Pitlochry, Scottish Highlands, Culloden, Loch Ness, Skye, Glencoe, Glasgow, Stirling
Tour operator:
Tour code:
WBOSZM19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
25 - 54
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
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From:
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$1389 (USD)
Operator discount: $160
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Tour Overview
Experience the Best of Scotland from Edinburgh Castle to the eclectic streets of Glasgow. Revel in the romance and history of the Scottish Highlands and contemplate the mysterious depths of Loch Ness, before toasting bonnie Scotland’s lochs, glens and legendary locals.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Edinburgh
Location:
Edinburgh
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
Meals Included:
Dinner, Welcome Reception
Get lost in the narrow lanes of Edinburgh – the Scottish capital with a mystical air that combines ancient heritage with the verve of a modern city. Spend your day at leisure delving into its rich history and embracing the warm culture of the Scots, before joining your travel companions and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception with a light meal and drinks.
Day 2: Discover Enchanting Edinburgh
Location:
Edinburgh
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Join your Local Specialist this morning for an intriguing sightseeing tour of the city. Ascend Castle Rock and visit Edinburgh Castle, which watches over the surrounding city from its elevated vantage point. Stroll through the Old Town along the Royal Mile and see the stunning Palace of Holyroodhouse before enjoying time at leisure to soak up the city's festive atmosphere. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.
Day 3: Venture Into The Scottish Highlands
Location:
Edinburgh, St Andrews, Pitlochry, Scottish Highlands
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Laggan Hotel Cairngorms
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner
Tread in the footsteps of the world's golfing greats and head to St. Andrews en route to the glorious Scottish Highlands. A scenic drive takes us north and across the Firth of Tay, past the city of Dundee to Pitlochry. After lunch, enjoy some free time to explore its riverside setting or join an Optional Experience to Blair Castle, the ancestral home of the Clan Murray. Our day in beautiful surrounds comes to an end with a cosy dinner at our hotel located within the Cairngorms National Park in the Scottish Highlands.
Day 4: Explore Culloden, Loch Ness And The Isle Of Skye
Location:
Culloden, Loch Ness, Skye, Scottish Highlands
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Laggan Hotel Cairngorms/Craiglynne Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner
Continue your journey to the tragic battlefield of Culloden. Pay tribute to the brave men who lost their lives in the Jacobite Uprising, then travel past Scotland's infamous Loch Ness. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at the Dundreggan Rewilding Centre, to learn about the preservation of the fragile Caledonian pine forest and rare animal species. The solitary beauty of Eilean Donan Castle will leave you speechless before you continue to the coast and cross to the Isle of Skye. Heather-clad peaks provide a stunning backdrop for our scenic drive across the Sleat Peninsula. Indulge in some free time before boarding your ferry in Armadale and crossing to Mallaig, back on the mainland.
Day 5: Journey To Thriving Glasgow
Location:
Scottish Highlands, Glencoe, Glasgow
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Crowne Plaza Glasgow
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Our first stop today sees us commemorate World War II history at the Commando Memorial near Fort William, from which we admire spectacular views of Britain's highest peak – Ben Nevis. We journey through the volcanic ruins and precipitous mountains that lie just beyond Glencoe to see the 'Glen of Weeping'. Here we remember the MacDonald clansmen who were massacred in 1692. Join a cruise on Loch Lomond. Continuing towards the River Clyde, we arrive at our final stop for the day – Glasgow.
Day 6: Walk The Walls Of Stirling Castle
Location:
Glasgow, Stirling, Glasgow
Accommodation:
Hotel
Accommodation Name:
Crowne Plaza Glasgow
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner
Madainn mhath! While your Gaelic may be a little rusty, your orientation tour around this edgy city will be anything but. Begin your day seeing Glasgow's iconic sights. Enjoy views of the Necropolis, the regal George Square and River Clyde, for over 200 years the centre of shipbuilding.
Later, we Dive Into Culture at a whisky distillery and enjoy a wee dram. Continue to Stirling, to see its hilltop fortress, which stands as a symbol of national pride. Stirling Castle was once the seat of Scottish kings and queens, including Mary, Queen of Scots. View the Wallace Monument from the castle walls, paying tribute to the Scottish hero who fought for Scotland's independence. After we join the Wood family at their 15th-century farm on the shores of Loch Ard to Connect With Locals over a home-cooked Be My Guest Farewell Dinner, amidst tales of Rob Roy and a few foot-tapping ceilidh tunes.
Day 7 : Farewell Glasgow
Location:
Glasgow
Meals Included:
Breakfast
The rugged beauty and warmth of Scotland’s people forever in your memory, we enjoy one last hearty breakfast with our travel companions before wishing them and your Travel Director a fond farewell.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Fully Guided
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Insurance
Check out our Q&As
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What is the maximum group size?
An average of 40 to 45 guests
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Trafalgar guests benefit from complimentary arrival and departure transfers, by shuttle coach, on the first and last day of their guided holiday. Any guests whose flight times do not coincide with the shuttle coach transfer timings may choose to purchase a private transfer.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years or above
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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