Holidays in Scotland

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. Following our tour through picturesque Glen Carron we cross 'over the sea to Skye' and make our way to Sleat, the Garden of Skye. The gentle scenery that we see in this part of the island contrasts with the rugged beauty of the Cuillin Hills that we will discover later on our tour. We will make a visit to the Clan Donald Centre where there is time to explore the fabulous gardens. Later we will make a scenic drive and enjoy some beach combing. A real highlight is our stop to visit Eilean Donan Castle (optional), 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. Our return to Inverness will take us through Glen Shiel to Invermoriston where we will make our final stop of the day.

Day Three

Our day starts with a visit to handsome Grantown on Spey. Later we will join the whisky trail and after a scenic drive along the banks of the River Spey there is a stop at a malt whisky distillery. Our visit will unveil the secrets of the distillers art and at the end of our tour there will be the chance to sample a wee dram! Broomhill Station (also known as Glenbogle Station to viewers of the popular BBC programme “Monarch of the Glen”) sits on the Speyside Railway (optional). We’ll make a stop here to give you the opportunity of taking a nostalgic trip by steam train on this attractive line. There’s free time in Aviemore, Scotland’s outdoor activity centre before we return 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
Eilean Donan Castle
>Speyside steam railway

 

Virtual Tour Map

Inclusions

The tour includes:

• Three nights accommodation in rooms with private facilities;
• full Scottish breakfast;
• excursions as detailed above by superior air-conditioned mini-coach;
• admission to Glenfiddich malt whisky distillery and the Clan Donald Centre Gardens;
• transportation by air-conditioned luxury touring coach (to/from Inverness);
• services of 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: 07:50hrs Departure 08:05hrs
from VisitScotland Visitor Information Centre
11 George Square, Glasgow, G2 1DY
Returns at 20:40 hrs (day 4)

Departure Days

Saturdays 29 May to 16 October 2010
Sundays 30 May to 3 October 2010
Mondays 31 May to 4 October 2010
Tuesdays 1 June to 19 October 2010
Wednesdays 2 June to 13 October 2010
Thursdays 29 July to 30 September 2010

Rates

Tour (Per Person in GB Sterling )
Date	Type
	Package per person (Hotels)	Package per person (Guesthouses)
Saturdays 29 May to 16 October 2010 Sundays 30 May to 3 October 2010 Mondays 31 May to 4 October 2010 Tuesdays 1 June to 19 October 2010 Wednesdays 2 June to 13 October 2010 Thursdays 29 July to 30 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.
• Any booking is subject to our Booking Terms.
  

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