6 Day Castle Monster Tour

A wonderful tour which will take you to the Trossachs, Skye, and the highlands of Scotland, with a stay in a 15th century castle and some monster hunting around Loch Ness.

The Itinerary - Tour Essentials - Departure - Booking Conditions

The Itinerary

Day 1 - Leaving Edinburgh, we head westwards towards Loch Lomond ('you'll take the high road') before driving along the Argyll coastline (the ancient kingdom of Dalriada) - taste a fresh oyster at Loch Fyne, visit the mysterious Standing Stones of Kilmartin Glen and climb to the top of Dunadd Fort to find out how our nation was defined. Beautiful scenery, fresh air and fascinating stories - what better way to prepare for a lively night in bonny Oban - our home for tonight.
Day 2 - Today we head deeper into the magical Highlands through some spectacular north west coast scenery with amazing stops and weather permitting walks in magnificent Glencoe (hear the tragic tale of the MacDonald's Massacre) and/or Glen Nevis. Then we head to Eilean Donan Castle before making our way over the bridge to the magical Isle of Skye. Then some nice short walks and a legend or two before heading up to Edinbane at the north of the island for some live music in hostel/pub.
Day 3 - Making our way down the island today you will take in more of the wonders the island has to offer - the Quiraing, the Old man of Storr, Kilt Rock, Portree - there are legends around every corner. We then bid a fond farewell and cross the bridge back to the mainland. Our home tonight is the lively capital of the highlands - Inverness.
Day 4 - Time for a spot of monster hunting on Loch Ness this morning then it is an emotional visit to tragic Culloden battlefield (Bonnie Prince Charlie's last stand). As we head southwards we will enjoy some nice forest walks and pop into Scotland's smallest distillery Edradour - then a short hop to spend the next two nights in real style - in a 15th century castle near Stirling!
Day 5 - With a bit of time to explore the castle this morning we then head off on a loop around the 'Trossachs' (or Braveheart country if you choose) - Stirling (hear the history of Wallace and Bruce) Doune Castle, Rob Roy Macgregors land, waterfalls and short walks galore - then back to reflect on the day in your castle with a wee dram.
Day 6 - Our last day together - but still a full day - we drive straight out to St. Andrews with plenty of time for you to explore this ancient religious capital - walk the Old Course, run down the beach (Chariots of Fire!), visit the castle and cathedral or do a bit of shopping - the choice is yours. After lunch we make our way back to Edinburgh along the Fife coastline - fishing villages, tales of witches and the grand Forth bridges - and then back to the capital!

Tour Essentials

Food and Accommodation Kitty (half-board in hostels)
Relax, it's all included (apart from lunch, beers & souvenirs.) Your full payment includes the tour price AND a kitty for b'fast, evening meals, accommodation, ferries and bridge tolls & all entrance fees on the itinerary.

We stay in small hostels/bunkhouses in beautiful locations - accommodation is in mixed and single sex dorm rooms. On some nights the guide may be able to arrange private rooms, an upgrade to twin rooms for around �8.50 per night may also be possible in advance. Ask the office at time of booking for details.

Food-wise, if we're not having a sit-down meal in a local pub, we muck in together cooking our own grub (you can try Haggis!) Vegetarians: Please tell the driver before the first supermarket sweep so we can help you get what you want.

Bedding & Towels
You won't need to carry your bedding! Clean bedding is provided all the way. You can rent a Towel from hostels if you don't want to carry one around with you.

Clothing and Footwear
Something warm, something waterproof, a full change of clothes and good sturdy shoes for walking - unfortunately we don't have a sunshine hotline!!

Drink
Thanks very much, mine's a pint! There are plenty of chances to enjoy the local beer and whisky - no surprises, not included in the tour price!!

Departure

Check-in is 8.15am on the Saturday morning at the Wild in Scotland HQ @ 166 High Street (Royal Mile), Edinburgh.
Remember your �90 Kitty each in cash. We're certain that this will be a really special trip, and one you'll remember for a long time to come. We look forward to seeing you.

Booking Conditions

The tour price of �119 exclude all food and accommodation. A kitty system will be used in which each passenger on the morning of departure will put the full kitty amount (�90) in cash into a cash-box for the use of the group. The group will use a proportionate amount of funds to cater for all dietary requirements. Those with a more costly diet may have to subsidise their own special requirements if their proportion of the kitty will not cover the cost.

Dinner is cooked & washed up by the group. Any person not doing their bit may be a victim of various party / drinking games and may be ordered to wear a stupid wig to encourage humiliation.

A person may not travel without paying the full kitty amount. No tour refunds will be given upon refusal to pay the kitty. The group will dispose of any remaining kitty funds democratically.

How to Book

Click on the 'Make Booking' button to make your reservation. Enter your dates and requirements and complete the booking. We will confirm availability to you immediately or very soon thereafter. Rest assured: you will not be charged any deposit until we have confirmed the booking with you.

Days Of Operation:	Sat Leaves every Saturday throughout the season.
Departure Point:	WILD IN SCOTLAND HQ, 166 HIGH STREET (ROYAL MILE) See map directions.
Departure Time:	08:15
Duration:	6 DAYS
Frequency:	WEEKLY Throughout the season.
Cancellation Policy:	APPLIES Percentages of purchase price to be refunded upon cancellation: Over 14 days - 100% returned upon cancellation less �10 fee. 13 to 8 days - 80% returned upon cancellation 7 to 4 days - 60% returned upon cancellation Less than 4 days - 0% returned upon cancellation
Guarantee Payment:	REQUIRED Full payment is required at time of booking.
Fitness Level:	LOW The tour involves some walking.