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Scottish Highlands Islands & Cities
Edinburgh, North Berwick, Jedburgh, St. Andrews, Speyside, Culloden, Dunrobin, Orkney Islands, John O'Groats, South Ronaldsay, Scara Brae, Ullapool, Isle of Skye, Glencoe, Mull, Iona, Alloway

Summary of Scottish Highlands Islands & Cities

Dining Highlights
  • 1 Welcome Drink with our Tour Director in Edinburgh
  • 12 full Scottish breakfasts on tour
  • 6 three-course dinners
  • 1 local pub restaurant dinner in Aberdeen
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Glasgow
20 meals in total (See day-by-day itinerary)First Class Travel Highlights
  • Escorted by one of Trafalgar's top professional Tour Directors whilst touring.
  • A qualified local city guide in Edinburgh..
  • Tickets are included for the world-famous Tattoo during the Edinburgh Festival.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar's luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
  • Stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.
Airport Transfers
Arrival transfers from Edinburgh Airport on Day 2 will be provided at 9.00 and 13.00. On Day 14 transfers to Glasgow Airport will arrive at 7.00 and 9.00 and to Edinburgh Airport arriving at 10.30.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It's that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (Road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (Please ask your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus Passengers who book Trafalgar's Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(S) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
Edinburgh Tattoo: 3rd-25th August 2007
Tickets are included for the world-famous Tattoo during the Festival. Applicable to certain departures in August. Please contact your Travel Agent or Trafalgar for further information.London Edinburgh train connection
For passengers wishing to join this tour in London, Trafalgar are pleased to be able to offer either one-way train service from London Kings Cross to Edinburgh or return.
Call (281) 492-2600 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6536327
Tour OperatorTrafalgar Tours
Duration
14 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
Itinerary
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1Depart USAOvernight flight to Edinburgh.
Day 2EdinburghTrafalgar welcomes you at the airport and transfers you to your hotel. Time to relax before we get together with our Tour Director and fellow passengers for a Welcome Drink.Hotel: Jurys Inn (3 nights)
Day 3EdinburghOur morning sightseeing tour visits Princes Street, the New Town and the Royal Mile plus a trip to the Castle for a guided visit of the apartments and views of Holyrood House, former residence of Mary Queen of Scots, as well as Arthur's seat. You may wish to join in an excursion to visit the Rosslyn Chapel made famous by the 'Da Vinci Code'. During the Festival, tickets for the Edinburgh Tattoo are included. (Full Breakfast)
Day 4EdinburghFirst along the coast to the seaside resort of North Berwick which is popular for its beaches and golf courses. Then to Jedburgh with its impressive 12th century ruined Abbey. We have the chance to visit the woollen mills before continuing to Melrose where we see the Abbey which is said to contain the casket wherein lies the heart of Robert the Bruce. Finally, we follow the valley of the river Tweed back to Edinburgh. (Full Breakfast)
Day 5AberdeenOur Tour Director will reveal a Hidden Treasure to us today! But first we cross the Forth Bridge to St Andrews famous golf course. We take a picture at the 18th hole before continuing via Dundee to visit Glamis Castle childhood home of the late Queen Mother. Then we head to our hotel at Aberdeen with a late afternoon arrival. This evening, we will enjoy a dinner of Scottish cooking in a local restaurant. (Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)Hotel: Thistle Altens
Day 6LagganToday's drive takes us through classic Scottish landscapes along the valley of the River Dee. From here, we drive past Ballater and Royal Balmoral Castle through the rugged Cairngorm Mountains to Speyside. On our arrival we enjoy a visit to one of the famous whisky distilleries to learn how Scotland's national drink is made. Next, we head to our hotel in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Laggan Country Hotel
Day 7ThursoThis morning we're off to Culloden Moor, scene of the 1746 defeat of the Stuarts. Then via Inverness we stop to visit the Dunrobin Castle, ancestral home of the Dukes of Sutherland. Time to stroll in the formal gardens before heading to our hotel in Thurso for dinner and our overnight stay. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Royal (2 nights)
Day 8ThursoWe board a ferry today from John O'Groats to South Ronaldsay where we overlook Scapa Flow and visit the Italian Chapel. We move on to Scara Brae to see the remains of a Neolithic village, before passing the pre-history Ring of Brodgar to Viking Kirkwall. Late afternoon, we reboard our ferry back to the mainland and Thurso. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 9Isle of SkyeWe enjoy a drive through stunning and unspoilt landscapes along the northern coastline with its sandy beaches. Then further inland to misty valleys and glens, lochs and rushing waters before our arrival in Ullapool on Loch Broom. More scenic wonders as we head to the Kyle of Lochalsh where we cross over the sea to Skye. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Tongadale
Day 10BallachulishWe drive past Eilean Donan Castle through Glen Shiel and along the shores of Loch Cluanie. On through Fort Augustus on the shores of Loch Ness to Fort William, glimpsing Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. Next, to Glencoe to see the site of the famous 1692 massacre and to beautiful Ballachulish for our two-night stay. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)Hotel: Ballachulish (2 nights)
Day 11BallachulishAfter a short drive this morning we will board our ferry at Oban and cruise across the mouth of Loch Linnhe to Craignure on the Isle of Mull. From here we drive to Fionnphort for a short sea crossing to the island of Iona. On arrival we visit the Cathedral before returning to Oban. (Full Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 12GlasgowToday we travel via Tyndrum to the beautiful scenery of Loch Lomond. Here there's time for a picture-stop or maybe to take a cruise on the Loch. Later, we arrive at Glasgow for two nights. On arrival an orientation tour of this the largest Scottish city includes George Square, Clydeside, the City Chambers and a visit of St Mungo's Cathedral. Then time at leisure for shopping. (Full Breakfast)Hotel: Crowne Plaza (2 nights)
Day 13GlasgowToday we head into 'Robbie Burns' country to visit Culzean Castle and enjoy its beautiful grounds. Next on to Alloway, to view the Burns' monument and cottage before returning to Glasgow. Tonight, we enjoy a Farewell Dinner together with our Tour Director. (Full Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Day 14GlasgowTime to bid a fond farewell to Scotland and its Isles as we are transferred to the airport for the return flight home. (Full Breakfast)
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Disclaimer
* Taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges are not included. ** This list indicates brochure rates and dates. *** Please note: Land + Air inclusive tour prices are based from New York. For inclusive tour prices to your home city, please contact your Travel Agent. **** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
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