Holidays in Scotland

The Highlands of Scotland await to be discovered on this wonderful journey of exploration.

5 Day Highland Heritage 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 make a stop at Urquhart Castle, for some monster spotting. 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. We will make a photo-stop at Eilean Donan Castle when you will marvel at the views of 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

We leave Inverness and head across the Black Isle to the Cromarty Firth. High above the town of Golspie 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 can contrast the plight of the tenants with the opulence of Dunrobin Castle when we make a visit to the ancestral home of the Dukes of Sutherland. There will be time to tour the castle and grounds during our stop. Later we will make a stop at John O'Groats for a souvenir photograph. A short drive will bring us to Duncansby Head. Here there are dramatic cliff-top vistas and a wide variety of birdlife to enjoy during our extended stop.

Day Four

A day of scenic beauty as we discover Wester Ross. From Inverness we make our way towards Ullapool for our first visit to Corrieshalloch Gorge where we can see the torrent of water plunging 46m (150ft) over the Falls of Measach. Our next treat is the opportunity to visit lush Inverewe Gardens. In stark contrast to the remote surroundings a wide variety of exotic plants and shrubs survive here, thanks to the efforts of the Gulf Stream. From Inverewe we make our way to Gairloch and then along the banks of Loch Maree, said to be one of Scotland's most scenic lakes. A drive through Glen Docherty will bring us to Achnaseen and then journey’s end in Inverness.

Day Five

There is an excursion to the scenic village of Cromarty followed by free time in Inverness before joining your motorcoach for our tour south. Our route will take us to the gentle Spey Valley then through the dramatic scenery of the Drumochter Pass. As we travel through Glen Garry look out for imposing Blair Castle. There’s a stop for afternoon tea then the rolling Tayside countryside will guide us to Perth then homewards to journey’s end in Glasgow.

Optional Extras: Admission to Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness Cruise - payable locally.

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Inclusions

The tour includes:

• Four nights accommodation in rooms with private facilities;
• full Scottish breakfast;
• excursions as detailed above;
• Transportation by air-conditioned luxury touring coach;
• 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 Inverness. All rooms have en-suite facilities and other amenities. Full Scottish breakfast is included.

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 5).

Departure Days

This tour departs on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer months as follows:

Tuesdays 18 May to 28 September 2010
Wednesdays 19 May to 22 September 2010
Thursdays 20 May to 23 September 2010

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations more than 30 days prior to departure date - 90% refund. 30 to 15 days - 50% of tour cost will be refunded. 14 days or less - no refund.
Full payment is required at the time of booking.

Rates

Tour (Per Person in GB Sterling )
Dates	Type
	Package per person (Hotels)	Package per person (Guesthouses)
Tuesdays 18 May to 28 September 2010 Wednesdays 19 May to 22 September 2010 Thursdays 20 May to 23 September 2010	£575.00	£480.00

• Prices are quoted per person per tour
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• Limited availability : advanced booking required.
• Any booking is subject to our Booking Terms.
• Please note rates are based on 2 people sharing a room - single person supplements apply. These will be shown during the booking process.

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