Group Tour Operator and DMC for Scotland
The Wonders of Scotland
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Glengoyne Whisky distillery, Scotland
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Edinburgh Castle viewed from Calton Hill © VisitScotland/Kenny Lam
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The Falkirk Wheel basin
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Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park, Scotland - Walkers taking in the view of Loch Lomond from Conic Hill part of the West Highland Way © VisitScotland, Kenny Lam
Here’s a tour that delivers a truly Scottish experience. We discover the history of Edinburgh and visit Stirling Castle. We travel through the beautiful scenery of the Trossachs, take a cruise on Loch Lomond, and visit the magnificent Kelpies and the remarkable Falkirk Wheel. Add in a whisky tasting and some traditional bagpipes and you really do have Scotland at its best!
Dates
26th September and 9th October 2022 | 8th May, 26th June and 17th September 2023
Suggested itinerary by coach
Day 1
Travel to your hotel
Day 2
The Kelpies, Falkirk Wheel, Stirling Castle
This morning we visit The Kelpies (mythical water horses). Photographs can only hint at how magnificent these 30-metre high sculptures actually are. Close by is the Falkirk Wheel, the world’s only rotating boat lift. We take a boat trip, with commentary, to experience this engineering marvel. In the afternoon we visit Stirling Castle, Scotland’s ‘Royal’ castle. A guided tour (with audio guide) is followed by free time.
Day 3
Forth Road Bridge and Edinburgh
We see the spectacular Forth Road Bridge to Edinburgh where a local guide will take us on a walking tour that includes the Royal Mile and the famous castle. In the afternoon there’s free time to explore the Old Town, or perhaps indulge in some retail therapy along Princes Street.
Day 4
Trossachs, Loch Lomond cruise, whisky tasting
Our route today takes us into the beautiful Trossachs for a relaxing cruise on picturesque Loch Lomond. In the afternoon we visit the Glengoyne Distillery for a tour and tasting of the famous Single Malt whisky. In the evening, a piper will entertain you with traditional bagpipe music. A fitting end to your Scotland experience.
Day 5
Return home
Feartured Hotels
Salutation Perth ***
Dating from 1699, this relaxed, historic hotel is a 2-minute walk from the River Tay and a 9-minute walk from Perth train station. It’s also a mile from Balhousie Castle. This hotel features a lounge area; bar and a restaurant with a vaulted ceiling and neoclassical touches. High teas and evening meals are also offered, while light lunches are served in a lounge bar.
Westerwood Hotel, Cumbernauld ****
Westerwood hotel is ideally located in the centre of Cumbernauld just a few minutes from the M80, midway between Glasgow and Edinburgh. The hotel offers a wide range of facilities: two restaurants, bar, lounge area,free and secure parking, 24h room service, 18-hole golf course and free use of the health club. All rooms are equipped with tea & coffee making facilities, en-suite bathrooms, free view TV with 80 channels and luxury king-size beds.
DoubleTree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro ****
Stay in one of the most romantic hotel in Scotland set in a stunning location with breathtaking views. This elegant Victorian-style hotel is under 45 minutes’drive from Glasgow and Edinburgh and just a stone’s throw from historic Stirling. Hotel facilities include an award-winning restaurant, bar and lounges, health club. All modern rooms boast 24h room service, toiletries, LCD TV, tea & coffee making facilities.
| Dates | 5 days / 4 nights |
| 26th September 2022 | From £277.00 per person |
| 9th October 2022 | From £277.00 per person |
| 2023 dates above | From £345.00 per person |
Single room supplement available upon request.
