7-Nights A Week In... Scotland - Land Journey from $5,990

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A Week In... Scotland

The haunting skirl of the bagpipes during a private evening in Inverness... treasured family tartans... the strong traditions of the Clans... a private tour of Glenturret Distillery, the Highland's oldest single malt distillery...

This is Scotland. Tartans and kilts... the fields of Culloden where Bonnie Prince Charlie lost his chance at the crown and a piece of the nation's heart... the King's residence at Holyroodhouse... Cawdor Castle (home of Macbeth)... St. Andrews (the home of golf)... Edinburgh and the Royal Mile of pubs, shops, and enchanting historical sites... you'll become part of the unique story of Scotland, today and yesterday...


7 nights from $5,990 per person

Itinerary

Tauck World Discovery: A Week In... Scotland

Day 1 Glasgow, Scotland
Arrive Glasgow

Tour begins: 2:00 PM, The Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel. A transfer is included from Glasgow International Airport to The Principal Blythswood Square Hotel, a historic landmark property in the heart of Glasgow. Optional city sightseeing excursions are available; please join us for a welcome cocktail reception followed by dinner at the hotel this evening.


Meals: D

Day 2 Glasgow, Scotland
Stirling Castle & Rob Roy Country

Visit Stirling Castle, an example of Scottish Renaissance architecture and a town that developed around the castle. At the historic Glenturret Distillery, a tour takes you behind the scenes in the Highlands' oldest single malt distillery; witness the art of whisky making and enjoy a tasting. Attend a falconry presentation before journeying into the wilderness of the Trossachs, also known as Rob Roy country; return to your hotel for dinner at your leisure this evening.


Meals: B, L, D

Day 3 Inverness, Scotland
Cruise Loch Lomond and journey to Inverness and the Highlands

First up today, a cruise on Loch Lomond. The traditional Scottish folk song "Loch Lomond" is known by many; today you'll discover what inspired the "bonnie bonnie banks." A scenic journey across moor and mountain takes you through Glencoe and Loch Lochy; arrive late afternoon in Inverness, capital of the Highlands. Tonight, learn about the history of clan tartans and Scottish kilts during a festive Scottish evening complete with bagpipers and Highland dancers.


Meals: B, L, D

Day 4 Inverness, Scotland
History at Cawdor Castle & Culloden

Accompanied by a local guide, explore centuries of Scottish history today starting with a visit Culloden and the famous fields where the pivotal 1746 Battle of Culloden was fought, dividing families and clans. Next, visit the medieval, slate-roofed Cawdor Castle, with its magnificent gardens, woods and connections to Shakespeare's tragedy of Scottish kings, Macbeth. Following a bit of high tea, return to your in Inverness for free time and dinner this evening.


Meals: B, L, D

Day 5 Edinburgh, Scotland
Sheepdogs, a Castle & Edinburgh

Visit a country farm today for a sheepdog demonstration then travel Tauck's Yellow Roads through the huge granite Cairngorm mountains and the soaring peaks of the Grampian range to Blair Atholl, the site of majestic Blair Castle. History comes alive on your visit, as you imagine the life of the noble class in 16th-century Scotland; some 30 rooms contain relics of that age. Head south to Edinburgh; your hotel for the next three nights is truly one of the city's grand hotels, since 1881, nestled in the UNESCO World Heritage area of the beautiful and cultured city - a collection of fine Georgian townhouses.


Meals: B, L, D

Day 6 Edinburgh, Scotland
A Private Visit Inside a Royal Castle

Drive along the Royal Mile this morning to the Palace of Holyroodhouse for a private visit - the home of Mary, Queen of Scots and the King's official residence when in Edinburgh (subject to closure). City sightseeing continues on a visit to the medieval fortress of Edinburgh Castle, a witness to many defining moments in Scottish history including the "Stone of Destiny" on which Scottish kings were crowned. A special Tauck highlight for July 30 through August 20 departures - attend the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo, performed by Scottish military units against the magical backdrop of Edinburgh Castle tonight or on the evening of day 5.


Meals: B

Day 7 Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh or St. Andrew's as you wish

You have a choice today of remaining in Edinburgh for a day spent exploring more of the city's treasure trove of historic sites, museums, galleries and gardens on your own. Or join us for a trip to lovely St. Andrews; for passionate golfers, this beautiful city by the sea is an almost-holy place - but it will come as no surprise that this historic town has much more than just golfing history to offer. Share memories of your remarkable Scotland tour with your traveling companions at this evening's farewell cocktail reception and dinner.


Meals: B, D

Day 8 Edinburgh, Scotland
Journey home

Tour ends: Edinburgh.Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from InterContinental Edinburgh The George to Edinburgh Airport - allow at least 3 hours for flight check-in.


Meals: B

Featured Destinations
Edinburgh
Inverness
Glasgow

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