Scotland’s Capital City is well deserving of its status as a world famous tourist destination with attractions to entice visitors all year round. But during 3 weeks in August, Edinburgh plays host to the unforgettable annual spectacle “Edinburgh Military Tattoo” performed against the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. We also include a Steamship Cruise on Lake Katrine as well as enjoying some of the magnificent scenery in Scotland. We will be staying at the very popular King Robert Hotel in Stirling.
Itinerary
Sun We make an early start and travel via the motorways to Stirling, arriving early evening at our hotel. The King Robert, our base for the next 5 nights. This superb hotel offering good food and Scottish hospitality.
Mon Following breakfast we enjoy a scenic tour of the Trossachs visiting Callander and Aberfoyle ideal for gifts from the little craft shops. During the afternoon we visit Lake Katrine and include a cruise on the famous Steam Ship Sir Walter Scott.
Tue A full day excursion to Perth once Scotland’s Capital City where we include a visit to Scone Palace where all 42 Kings of Scotland were crowned. You will have time to explore the Palace and beautiful gardens. After lunch we continue via the pretty village of Dunkeld and through the Scottish countryside to our hotel in time for our evening dinner.
Wed A free morning with lunch at our hotel. After lunch we travel into Edinburgh for the afternoon with some time at leisure before the evening performance of the Tattoo held in the grounds of Edinburgh Castle.
Thu After a late night at the Tattoo we have a morning of leisure to relax at our hotel or visit one of Stirling’s many attractions. During the afternoon we will enjoy a scenic tour to the shores of Loch Lomond.
Fri After a good Scottish breakfast we depart Scotland for the return journey to Cornwall arriving home late evening.
Terms
Limited number of Single rooms – £50 Supplement.
A £75.00 non-refundable and non-transferable deposit per person is required at time of booking to secure your seat, the balance payable 6 weeks prior to departure.
Tour is subject to loading.
Total Price Includes:
* All Coach Travel * Holiday Insurance * Excursions to Include Edinburgh Tattoo, Scone Palace & Gardens * & Steam Ship Cruise on Lake Katrine * 5 Nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast * En-suite Facilities * Central pick-up points in most towns & villages * Free Parking at Depot * Holiday Payment Scheme available upon request.