Overview
Highlights:
Day 1
1. From Edinburgh through Fife and Perthshire - Riverside walk at Dunkeld.
2. Into the Highlands - Drummochter Pass, lunch in the Cairngorms.
3. On to Loch Ness - Culloden, Inverness and the Loch.
Day 2
1. Glen Affric - Explore the ancient Caledonian forest.
2. Torridon Mountains - Time for lunch amidst the mountains.
3. On to Skye - Over the sea to the island.
Day 3
Skye Tour - Walking, sightseeing, souvenir hunting and exploring.
Day 4
1. Eilean Donan Castle - One of the most iconic buildings in the Highlands.
2. Ben Nevis and Fort William - The pinnacle of the Highlands.
3. Loch Linnhe, Glencoe - Beauty and battles.
4. Appin and Oban - Dinner by the bay in Oban.
Day 5
1. Kilmartin Glen - 5,000 years of history in one place.
2. Inveraray - Lunch by Loch Fyne.
3. Loch Lomond and Stirling - A beautiful way to finish
Tour includes:
* Five full days touring with accommodation
* Transportation by top of the range minicoach
* Services of a professional Highland Experience Driver/Guide
Tour excludes:
* Lunches and evening meals
* Loch Ness Cruise and admission to any visitor attractions*
Day 1
Through the Highlands to Loch Ness...
The tour starts by heading north through the stunning lowland countryside of Fife and Perthshire. Take a woodland walk along the riverside at Dunkeld and visit its ancient cathedral, then travel into the heart of the Highlands and explore Loch Ness, where you can take a cruise*.
Overnight: Drumnadrochit
Day 2
Mountains, Castles and the Magical Isle of Skye...
Day two takes you through the stunning scenery of Glen Affric. How about a stoll up to a stunning waterfall surrounded by ancient Caledonian forest? You then pass the Torridon Mountains, visit the stunningly beautiful Eilean Donan Castle* and go on, over the sea, to the magical Isle of Skye.
Overnight for 2 nights: Kyleakin
Day 3
A whole day to explore Skye...
You'll have the whole of the third day to explore Skye's mysteries and landscape. Here the mountains and beaches beckon, so lose yourself amongst the spectacular scenery of the Cuillin Mountains, the slanting hills of Quiraing and the incredible Trotternish Peninsula.
Day 4
A day of high hills and history...
Day four sees you travelling south past Ben Nevis (Britain's tallest peak) and down the dramatic west coast and through the haunting landscape of Glen Coe (scene of the terrible massacre of the MacDonald Clan).
Overnight: Oban
Day 5
Find ancient Scotland at your feet...
On day five explore Scotland's ancient past at Kilmartin Glen, where over 5000 years of history are laid out before you. Walk in the footsteps of the first Scots at Dunadd Hill fort and the Temple Wood Stone Circle.
*Optional extra - subject to seasonal availability
Opening Times
| Departs from Edinburgh 8.30am Monday (01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012) |
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| Departs from Glasgow 9.45am Monday (01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012) |
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Ticket Information
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult B&B Edinburgh Departure | £355.00 per ticket | |
| Also available as: | ||
| Adult B&B Edinburgh Departure (Single Occ) | £395.00 per ticket | |
| Adult Hostel Edinburgh Departure | £270.00 per ticket | |
| Adult Hotel Edinburgh Departure | £430.00 per ticket | |
| Adult Hotel Edinburgh Departure (Single Occ) | £470.00 per ticket | |
| Adult B&B Glasgow Departure | £355.00 per ticket | |
| Also available as: | ||
| Adult B&B Glasgow Departure (Single Occ) | £395.00 per ticket | |
| Adult Hostel Glasgow Departure | £270.00 per ticket | |
| Adult Hotel Glasgow Departure | £430.00 per ticket | |
| Adult Hotel Glasgow Departure (Single Occ) | £470.00 per ticket | |
* All prices are per person based on 2 people sharing a twin room ** Concession rates available (children 3-15 years / seniors 65+) Please arrive 15 minutes before scheduled departure time
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