This popular four day tour, which includes a trip to Skye, will give you real insight into the nature and beauty of the Scottish Highlands.
4 Day Best of Highlands Coach Tour depart Glasgow
Day One
From Glasgow we will make our way via lonely Rannoch Moor to the beauty of Glen Coe. There is a stop in the heart of the Glen where you can enjoy these spectacular surroundings. Next we head for Fort William before driving through the Great Glen to Loch Ness for some monster spotting. Our tour is based in Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, for the next three nights. The stay in Inverness is unescorted.
Day Two
Today we enjoy a full day excursion to the beautiful island of Skye. We’ll stop at Eilean Donan Castle, perched on its island at the head of Loch Duich. You will marvel at the views when we stop at this most picturesque of castles. Soon we’ll be crossing 'over the sea to Skye' and visiting the beautiful gardens of the Clan Donald Centre before enjoying the dramatic scenery of the famed Cuillin Mountains. Later we will have time for some beach combing before returning to Inverness.
Day Three
A day of nature and scenic beauty today as we travel to John O'Groats and the Far North. The emphasis is very much on nature and we hope to see red deer, seals, puffins (until early August) and hairy Highland cows along the way. Our tour takes us to Golspie then through the lands of the Duke of Sutherland - when you’ll hear all about the notorious Highland Clearances. We will pass many stone-age sites before arriving in John O'Groats. There are several stops along the way to enjoy the dramatic cliff scenery of the northen coastline before returning to Inverness.
Day Four
This morning there is an excursion through the Black Isle to the pretty village of Cromarty followed by free time in Inverness for shopping or sightseeing. Later this afternoon join your motorcoach for our tour south. Our route will take us to the gentle Spey Valley, with views of the Cairngorm Mountains, then through the dramatic scenery of the Drumochter Pass and onwards to Glen Garry - watch out for imposing Blair Castle. We’ll make a stop for afternoon tea before continuing through the rolling Tayside countryside. From Perth its homeward bound to journey's end in Glasgow.
OPTIONAL EXTRAS: Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness cruise ticket.
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Inclusions
The tour includes:
Three nights accommodation in rooms with private facilities;
full Scottish breakfast;
excursions as detailed above;
transportation by air-conditioned luxury touring coach (to/from Inverness);
admission to Eilean Donan Castle and Dunrobin Castle;
services of a tour host;
service charges and taxes.
Accommodation
Accommodation is included in the price of the tour. Clients can select between conveniently located quality guest house accommodation and a superior tourist class hotel in the centre of Inverness. All rooms have en-suite facilities and other amenities. Full Scottish breakfast is included. Prices are based on 2 people sharing a room - please note single supplements will apply.
Glasgow Departure Point
Check In: 07:30hrs Departure 07:45hrs from Stance 5, Buchanan Bus Station, Killermont Street, Glasgow Returns at 20:40 hrs (day 4)
Departure Days
Saturdays: 15 May to 25 September 2010 Sundays: 16 May to 26 September 2010 Mondays: 29 March to 25 October 2010 Tuesdays: 18 May to 28 September 2010 Wednesdays: 19 May to 29 September 2010 Fridays: 21 May to 24 September 2010
Rates
Tour (Per Person in GB Sterling )
Date
Type
Package per person (Hotels)
Package per person (Guesthouses)
Saturdays: 15 May to 25 September 2010 Sundays: 16 May to 26 September 2010 Mondays: 29 March to 25 October 2010 Tuesdays: 18 May to 28 September 2010 Wednesdays: 19 May to 29 September 2010 Fridays: 21 May to 24 September 2010
455.00
375.00
Prices are quoted per person per tour based on two sharing
Customers must provide a valid credit card number.
Limited availability : advanced booking required.
This tour only operates on certain days of the week
Single Supplements apply - these will be shown during the booking process before you confirm your booking.
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