Holidays in Scotland

This comprehensive five day coach tour will give you real insight into the history, landscape, legends and people that make the spectacular Highlands of Scotland such a destinctive and romantic place. This tour runs Saturdays and Sundays  throughout the summer months.

5 Day Highland Explorer Coach Tour depart Glasgow

Tour Highlights: Rannoch Moor, Glen Coe, Fort William, The Great Glen, Loch Ness, Inverness, Glen Carron, Isle of Skye, Beach combing, Cuillin Hills, Eilean Donan Castle, The Five Sisters, Pre-historic sites, John O’Groats, Duncansby Head, Wick, Lochcarron, Bealach nam Bo Pass, Applecross, Loch Torridon, Cromarty, Dolphin spotting, Beauly, Spey Valley and Scenic Perthshire

Day One

From Edinburgh and 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

The Magical Isle

 Today we enjoy a full day excursion to the beautiful island of Skye. From Inverness we travel through pretty Glen Carron to Kyle of Lochalsh then "over the sea to Skye” by way of the road bridge. After a stop for lunch we take the stunningly beautiful road through Glen Suardal which provides breathtaking views of the Red Cuillin Hills. We’ll have an extended stop in Elgol where there are superb views of the Black Cuillin Hills and, if the weather is kind to us, to Rum and the Small Isles. A real highlight is our stop at Eilean Donan Castle, perched on its island at the head of Loch Duich. Here you have the option of visiting this most picturesque of castles. Our return to Inverness will take us through Glen Shiel where we will see the "Five Sisters" mountain range.

Day Three

Caithness and John O'Groats

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. There will be a stop in John O’ Groats for that "I was there” photograph before making our way to stunning Duncansby Head where, after a stroll along the cliff-top path, there are views of the dramatic sea stacks and seascapes to enjoy. Duncansby is rich in birdlife including Guillemot, Kittiwakes and, the most famous residents, Puffins (until late July). There are binoculars available on-board our mini-coach so you can get a "close up” view.

After our visit to Duncansby we turn southwards for home. Our journey will take us through Wick and there will be a comfort stop along the way before we make journey’s end in Inverness.

Day Four

Scenic Applecross and Loch Carron

Day Five

Inverness to Edinburgh/Glasgow

A fascinating day of discovery lies ahead of us today. First we travel to the scenic Black Isle and the attractive fishing village of Cromarty. Next we stop at Chanonry Point to, hopefully, see some of the dolphins who live in the Moray Firth. Beauly, with it's Valliscaulian Priory is our next stop before touring through Glen Convinth to reach Drumnadrochit where you can visit the award-winning Exhibition.

Our route southwards 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 Edinburgh or Glasgow.

Please note: The order in which excursions are operated may vary

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.

What's included

· 4 nights accommodation in twin rooms with private bath/shower
· Full Scottish breakfast (days 2-5)
· Excursions as detailed in itinerary
· Transportation to/from Inverness by luxury touring coach
· Services of a tour host
· Service charges and taxes

What's NOT included

· Admission charges unless otherwise stated in the itinerary
· Meals, snacks or items of a personal nature
· Gratuity to your driver/guide

Glasgow Departures

Check in: 07:50 hrs
Departure: 08:00 hrs
From Holiday Inn Theatreland
161 West Nile Street
Glasgow, G1 2RL
Tour returns at: 20:45 hrs (day 5)

Rates

Tour (Per Person in GB Sterling )
Date	Type
	Package per person (Hotels)	Package per person (Guesthouses)
Saturdays and Sundays 12 May to 30 September, 2012	Sharing a Twin room: £575.00 Single  Room: £675.00	Sharing a Twin room: £480.00 Single  Room: £540.00

• Prices are quoted per person per tour based on two sharing
• Customers must provide a valid credit or debit card number.
• Limited availability : advanced booking required.
• This tour only operates on certain days of the week
• Any booking is subject to our Booking Terms.

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