trip to scotland
donated by: chocolate city travel, burlington, wi
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Scottish Escape 7 Day Tour from Glasgow to Edinburgh |
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Vacation overview
Escape to the Scottish highlands on your guided tour of Scotland. This off-season tour is the perfect way to appreciate the beauty of Scotland’s rural landscapes, as well as the energy of its cities and iconic sites. Your escorted Scottish vacation begins in Scotland’s largest city—Glasgow. You’ll take a guided tour of a whisky distillery, visit Stirling Castle—home to Kings and Queens—and explore the sights of Glasgow as well. Travel along the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, and see the awe-inspiring Rannoch Moor, Glen Coe, Loch Linnhe, and Fort William beneath Ben Nevis. Keep an eye out for the Loch Ness monster, and learn about historic legendary Scottish clan conflicts while on tour. Spend the night in the Scottish highland capital of Inverness, and see the mountain resort of Pitlochry, and the legendary home of golf at St. Andrews. Cross the Forth Road Bridge to Edinburgh, to spend three nights to see the historic sites, such as Edinburgh Castle and stunning views. Make your escape to see the best of Scotland, while enjoying reduced crowds and prices on the off-season. You’ll enjoy your guided tour of Scotland all the more! |
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Itinerary
Day 1 ARRIVE IN GLASGOW, SCOTLAND
Welcome to Glasgow! Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax in Scotland’s largest city. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Day 2 GLASGOW. STIRLING EXCURSION
Start your tour of Scotland with a guided tour of a WHISKY DISTILLERY, where you hear about the ancient art of converting barley, water, and yeast into a heart-warming liquor. Then, visit STIRLING CASTLE, a great symbol of Scottish independence and favored residence of Scotland’s kings and queens. Back in vibrant Glasgow, an orientation drive takes in the fine 12th-century cathedral, imposing university buildings, and elegant Georgian squares built by wealthy tobacco barons.
Day 3 GLASGOW–FORT WILLIAM–INVERNESS
On the way this morning: the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond, the awe-inspiring expanse of Rannoch Moor, scenic Glen Coe, lovely Loch Linnhe, and Fort William beneath Ben Nevis. In the afternoon, look out for signs of the mysterious Loch Ness monster. At CULLODEN VISITOR CENTER, hear the story of the crushing Hanoverian victory over Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Scottish clans. Spend the night in Inverness, the Highland capital.
Day 4 INVERNESS–PITLOCHRY–ST. ANDREWS–EDINBURGH
Today’s main highlights are the Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry; St. Andrews, whose Royal and Ancient Golf Club has given us the rules of golfing; and the Forth Road Bridge to Edinburgh. Tonight, consider an optional Scottish evening with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and the Ceremony of the Haggis.
Day 5 EDINBURGH
Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town” as well as the “Old Town.” Drive up the narrow Royal Mile to EDINBURGH CASTLE to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels and the iconic Stone of Destiny, used to inaugurate monarchs for centuries, and take in the fantastic views over the city. Later, a unique optional experience: board the former Royal Yacht Britannia, once the perfect residence for glittering state visits and family vacations, and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 6 EDINBURGH
Today is yours to discover the Scottish capital at your own pace. Alternatively, you could join an optional Outlander excursion, taking in sights and places featured in the popular TV series. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel.
Day 7 EDINBURGH
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Day 1 ARRIVE IN GLASGOW, SCOTLAND
Welcome to Glasgow! Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax in Scotland’s largest city. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Day 2 GLASGOW. STIRLING EXCURSION
Start your tour of Scotland with a guided tour of a WHISKY DISTILLERY, where you hear about the ancient art of converting barley, water, and yeast into a heart-warming liquor. Then, visit STIRLING CASTLE, a great symbol of Scottish independence and favored residence of Scotland’s kings and queens. Back in vibrant Glasgow, an orientation drive takes in the fine 12th-century cathedral, imposing university buildings, and elegant Georgian squares built by wealthy tobacco barons.
Day 3 GLASGOW–FORT WILLIAM–INVERNESS
On the way this morning: the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond, the awe-inspiring expanse of Rannoch Moor, scenic Glen Coe, lovely Loch Linnhe, and Fort William beneath Ben Nevis. In the afternoon, look out for signs of the mysterious Loch Ness monster. At CULLODEN VISITOR CENTER, hear the story of the crushing Hanoverian victory over Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Scottish clans. Spend the night in Inverness, the Highland capital.
Day 4 INVERNESS–PITLOCHRY–ST. ANDREWS–EDINBURGH
Today’s main highlights are the Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry; St. Andrews, whose Royal and Ancient Golf Club has given us the rules of golfing; and the Forth Road Bridge to Edinburgh. Tonight, consider an optional Scottish evening with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and the Ceremony of the Haggis.
Day 5 EDINBURGH
Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town” as well as the “Old Town.” Drive up the narrow Royal Mile to EDINBURGH CASTLE to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels and the iconic Stone of Destiny, used to inaugurate monarchs for centuries, and take in the fantastic views over the city. Later, a unique optional experience: board the former Royal Yacht Britannia, once the perfect residence for glittering state visits and family vacations, and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 6 EDINBURGH
Today is yours to discover the Scottish capital at your own pace. Alternatively, you could join an optional Outlander excursion, taking in sights and places featured in the popular TV series. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel.
Day 7 EDINBURGH
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Vacation Highlights
GLASGOW Welcome dinner; orientation drive
GLENGOYNE [LF] Guided tour of the whisky distillery
STIRLING Visit Stirling Castle
FORT WILLIAM CULLODEN MOOR Visit the battle site’s visitor center
PITLOCHRY Visit the Victorian mountain resort
ST. ANDREWS Visit the home of golf
EDINBURGH Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh castle, farewell dinner
Hotels listed may occasionally be substituted with alternative hotels of equivalent standard.
Meals
Full Scottish breakfast daily; 3 three-course dinners with wine and choice of menus, including a welcome dinner in Glasgow and a farewell dinner in Edinburgh
GLASGOW Welcome dinner; orientation drive
GLENGOYNE [LF] Guided tour of the whisky distillery
STIRLING Visit Stirling Castle
FORT WILLIAM CULLODEN MOOR Visit the battle site’s visitor center
PITLOCHRY Visit the Victorian mountain resort
ST. ANDREWS Visit the home of golf
EDINBURGH Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh castle, farewell dinner
Hotels listed may occasionally be substituted with alternative hotels of equivalent standard.
Meals
Full Scottish breakfast daily; 3 three-course dinners with wine and choice of menus, including a welcome dinner in Glasgow and a farewell dinner in Edinburgh
excursions:
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Edinburgh Scottish Night with Bagpipers and the Ceremony of the Haggis Enjoy a delicious three-course meal followed by traditional Scottish song and dance and the Ceremony of the Haggis. Price Range: $$ |
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Royal Yacht Britannia Excursion & Dinner Enjoy a visit to the former Royal Yacht Britannia, which was used on over 700 overseas visits and sailed over a million nautical miles, and discover what life was like on board Her Majesty's floating residence. Later dinner with wine and coffee at an excellent local restaurant is included. Price Range: $$ |
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Outlander A fantastic opportunity to visit some wonderful Scottish attractions that are also the main filming locations for the TV hit series Outlander and immerse yourself into another world. Price Range: $$ |
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For air departure dates within 331 days, you'll be offered a choice of carriers and flight schedules as well as price points to choose from when selecting your flights. Your schedule will be provided to you at the time of booking (schedules are subject to change by carriers). Globus offers 2 air options: Flex Air and Instant Purchase Air. Flex Air allows flexibility if you want to make changes to your vacation schedule. Instant Purchase Air may offer additional airline options but has more restrictions. Some vacations may only offer one Air type option. Guaranteed air-inclusive prices: air is only available to passengers traveling from the United States and only available when booked in conjunction with a land vacation. An additional $300 per person non-refundable air deposit is required for Flex Air booked in conjunction with any land vacation (i.e. air-inclusive vacation). Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a vacation package. Instant Purchase Air requires air payment in full at time of booking (i.e. air-inclusive vacation) plus non-refundable per person service fee ($30 for North/Central America, $50 for Europe/Middle East and $80 for all other destinations. Once booked, Instant Purchase Air is non-refundable, and non-changeable. Some vacations may only offer one Air type option. However, once your airfare is confirmed and Globus has received your full air and land deposit, your air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed.
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