Country Roads of Scotland (201213)
A 10-Day Insight Tours tour starting from $2,475
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| Starting Price: | $2,475 |  |
| Tour Length: | 10 Days | |
| Countries Visited: | Scotland | |
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Cities Visited: Tour Pace: This tour is well paced with two-night stays in Edinburgh, Thurso and Glasgow. The driving days are of a comfortable length and have frequent stops. Arrival in to Glasgow is not until early evening, but this is compensated by the late start in Portree and time on the Jacobite steam train. Hotels: The modern Marriott hotel in Glasgow and the stylish Georgian Roxburgh in Edinburgh contrast with the Highland hotels, which are much simpler establishments although typical of the region, and often family run. Please Note: In some parts of the Scottish Highlands and Islands north from Edinburgh and Glasgow, the remote nature and limited seasonality means hotels are often more basic, modest and simpler in style than Insight hotels elsewhere in Europe, especially in the larger or capital cities. These properties are typically family-run establishments and have completely individual character - which is part of their attraction. The key attribute of these properties is their easy access to the wonders of the beautiful countryside and more remote towns and villages. |
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A Welcome Reception with light informal meal (WR)Traditional Highland dinner with Scottish entertainment (HD)Enjoy a tour finalé Celebration Dinner with wine at a Glasgow restaurant (CD)8 full Breakfasts (FB), 4 three-course Evening Meals with choice, or buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)
INCLUDED FIRST CLASS SERVICES
Escorted by a professional Tour DirectorHeadsets for all guided visits and walking toursEnjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroomInsight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterageInsight Traveller Welcome packAirport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 1 and Day 9(Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)
Board your overnight flight (not included).
Day 2: EDINBURGH
Welcome to Scotland - land of legend and romance, from the great cultural cities in the south, to the dramatic mountains and misty lochs of the Highlands! On arrival at Edinburgh Airport, transfers depart for the tour hotel at 09:00, 11:00 & 13:00. Then the rest of the day is yours to relax before joining your Tour Director for a Welcome Reception and light informal meal. In the evening, selected departures attend the spectacular Military Tattoo - a colourful mix of pipes and drums, dance and display, set against the floodlit backdrop of Edinburgh Castle.(Welcome Reception)
Day 3: EDINBURGH SIGHTSEEING
Join a local guide to see the highlights of ‘Athens of the North’. Drive along Princes Street to the ornate Scott Memorial, then tour the 18th century New Town with its classical Adam facades. Over in the Old Town, visit the castle, home of Mons Meg, the Stone of Destiny and Scotland’s glittering crown jewels. See the house where John Knox lived and St Giles’ Cathedral, where he preached his fiery sermons. At the bottom of the Royal Mile, stands the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official Scottish residence of the Queen. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city. Perhaps research your family tartan in the Tartan Centre or visit the art treasures in the National Gallery.(Full Breakfast)
Day 4: EDINBURGH – HIGHLANDS
Cross the Firth of Forth into Fife and make your way to St Andrews, where golf was born on the Old Course in the 15th century. After some time to explore, cross the Tay and drive to the charming Victorian resort town of Pitlochry, famous for its salmon leap. Continue via Blair Atholl (whose castle is the home of Britain’s only private army) and over the Grampian Mountains to your Highland hotel. This evening, you are invited to a rousing Highland style dinner with haggis and bagpipes.(Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Day 5: HIGHLANDS – LOCH NESS – THURSO
Travel through the sparkling Spey Valley to Culloden Moor, where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Jacobite army was finally crushed in 1746.Visit the Culloden Visitor Centre before driving via the stately town of Inverness and along the shores of Loch Ness. Now follow the rugged coast and pause in Brora to taste a wee dram at the Clynelish Whisky Distillery. Learn about the production of the national drink before continuing to Thurso which looks out over the Pentland Firth towards the ‘Old Man of Hoy’.(Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 6: ORKNEY ISLANDS EXCURSION
This morning drive to the most northerly town on the British mainland, John O’Groats, where you board a ferry to the beautiful Orkney Islands. Sightseeing here includes visits to the prehistoric village of Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar, Kirkwall and the Italian Chapel. Head back to the mainland for the evening.(Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 7: THURSO – ISLE OF SKYE
Through stunning and pristine landscapes along the northern coast with its white sandy beaches, and further inland to misty valleys and glens, lochs and rushing waters. Stop for a photo at remote Eilean Donan Castle, which under a clear sky offers a perfect reflection in its loch. Then it’s ‘Over the Sea to Skye’ the largest and most beautiful island of the Inner Hebrides. Hear romantic tales of how young Flora MacDonald helped rescue Bonnie Prince Charlie, and see the island’s most famous feature, the Cuillin Hills on your way to Skye’s capital, Portree.(Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 8: ISLE OF SKYE – GLASGOW
Enjoy a leisurely start today before driving to the southern tip of the island for your ferry back to the mainland. Now board ‘The Jacobite’ the famous steam train featured in the Harry Potter films. Cross the landmark Glenfinnan viaduct and enjoy a feast of scenic splendour as you travel along the route used by the Hogwarts Express all the way to Fort William. Back on board your coach, continue through the Valley of Glencoe, its dramatic peaks still echoing with the ghastly cries of massacred clansmen and drive along the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond to arrive early evening in Glasgow.(Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 9: GLASGOW SIGHTSEEING
An orientation drive shows you the city’s grand public buildings this morning, including George Square and St Mungo’s cathedral. Then visit the ‘Tenement House’, an authentic time capsule of domestic life during the early 20C. The afternoon is entirely at leisure for your own personal pursuits. This evening, get together with your friends and enjoy a glass of wine with your tour finalé Celebration Dinner at a lively Glasgow restaurant.(Full Breakfast / Celebration Dinner)
Day 10: RETURN TO USA
Your tour comes to an end after breakfast. Departure transferS arrive at Glasgow Airport at 07:00 & 09:00.(Full Breakfast)
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5/18/2012 - 5/27/2012 |
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7/13/2012 - 7/22/2012 |
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8/3/2012 - 8/12/2012 |
$2,675 |
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8/10/2012 - 8/19/2012 |
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8/17/2012 - 8/26/2012 |
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8/24/2012 - 9/2/2012 |
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8/31/2012 - 9/9/2012 |
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Edinburgh: Visit the Castle to see the ‘Honours of Scotland’. A guided city tour down the Royal Mile to Holyroodhouse Palace and over to the beautiful New TownSelected departures attend the Edinburgh Military TattooSt Andrews: Visit the university town and see the golf course.Culloden: Visit the Visitor Centre and battlefield site.Inverness: Visit the Highland capital and drive along Loch Ness to spot the monster.Brora: Taste the local Clynlish Whisky and learn about the production of the national drink.John O’Groats: Visit Britain’s most northerly mainland town.Orkney Islands: An excursion to visit Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar, Kirkwall and Italian Chapel.Eilean Donan Castle: Stop for a photo of this pretty castle.Isle of Skye: See the dramatic Cuillin Hills and stay in its pretty capital of Portree.Mallaig: Travel along the route used by the Hogwarts Express aboard the famous Jacobite steam train.Glasgow: Enjoy an orientation drive past the civic buildings and St. Mungo’s Cathedral. Visit the Tenement House.Scenic drives – Grampians, North West Highlands, Skye, Glencoe, Loch Lomond.
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Terms and Conditions: Price is in American dollars and is per person, land only, based on double occupancy. For new bookings only made after March 31, 2012 on departures listed above for 2012 travel. Subject to availability. Excludes Early Payment Discount and any other promotional offer. Please note if the booking is made within 45 days from the departure date full Payment will be due at the time of booking. No bookings may be made after June 26th, 2012. Other conditions apply.
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