Holidays in Scotland

This comprehensive five day tour will give you real insight into the spectacular Highlands of Scotland, and includes a visit to a whisky distillery and a steam train ride!

5 Day Highland Explorer 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 before heading for Fort William. Drive through the Great Glen to Loch Ness, where we can visit Urquhart Castle and take a monster spotting cruise (optional). Our tour is based in Inverness, the capital of the Highlands for the next four nights. The stay in Inverness is unescorted.

Day Two

Today we enjoy a full day excursion to the beautiful island of Skye. Our journey from Inverness will take us to Achnasheen, where we will make our first stop of the day, then on through spectacular Glen Carron to Kyle of Lochalsh. Soon 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 visit to 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.

Day Three

We leave Inverness and head across the Black Isle to the Cromarty Firth where, depending on tide conditions, we may see our first seals. We will make a stop in the town of Golspie. High above the town is an astonishing statue, 27m (90') high. This is of the First Duke of Sutherland, whose agents were involved in the most notorious of the Clearances in the Highlands during the 19th century. We’ll hear more about this sad episode in the history of Scotland as we head North. Caithness grew rich with the development of the herring fishing industry in the 19th century and as a result there are many exceptionally beautiful harbours - as we will discover. There are telescopes available on-board our mini-coach to let you marvel at the wide range of birds and wildlife including Puffins (until early August) and red deer (the 'Monarch of the Glen'), which are seen on almost all tours. There are several stops along the way to give you ample opportunity to relax and take a stroll amidst this beautiful scenery.

Day Four

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 returning to Inverness.

Day Five

This morning there is an excursion through the scenic Black Isle followed by free time in Inverness before joining our motorcoach for the tour south. Our route will take us to the gentle Spey Valley then through the dramatic scenery of the Drumochter Pass. There's a stop for afternoon tea in the heart of scenic Perthshire. The rolling Perthshire countryside will guide us to Perth then we head homewards to journey's end in Glasgow.

OPTIONAL EXTRAS: Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness cruise ticket; Speyside Railway Steam Train; Eilean Donan Castle

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Inclusions

The tour includes:

• Four nights accommodation in rooms with private facilities;
• full Scottish breakfast;
• excursions as detailed above;
• admission to Eilean Donan Castle, Dunrobin Castle and Glenfiddich malt whisky distillery;
• transportation by air-conditioned luxury touring coach (to/from Inverness);
• 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: 07:50hrs Departure 08:05hrs from VisitScotland Visitor Information Centre 11 George Square, Glasgow, G2 1DY Returns at 19.45 hrs (day 5)

Departure Days

Saturdays 29 May to 25 September 2010;

Sundays 30 May to 26 September 2010;

Mondays 31 May to 18 October 2010;

Tuesdays 1 June to 19 October 2010;

Wednesdays 2 June to 29 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: 17 May to 27 September 2010 Tuesdays: 18 May to 28 September 2010 Fridays: 21 May to 24 September 2010	£575.00	£480.00

• 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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