Dunrobin Castle located in the Scottish Highlands of Sutherland A view from Calton Hill in Edinburgh Scotland Loch Ness a large fresh water lake in the Scottish Highlands, and her infamous 'Nessie' the monster from it's depths has long been debated about . . . A visit to the Orkney Islands and a 5,000-year-old Neolithic village and the Ring of Brodgar, then visit the legendary Prehstoric Monument of Stonehenge
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Scotland - Scottish Highlanders - Castles and History Abound
The 'Scottish Highlands and Islands' Tour is the number one tour destination and fabulous!

Visiting Scotland, with her beautiful verdant green landscapes, the lowlands and highlands, ancient castles and monuments, and culture abounds. You'll discover the history, and Scotland's wonderful people, their exciting lifestyle, tales, kilts, plaids, and fearsome warriors! 


   All Inclusive Scotland Escorted Tours are noted with an Asterisk * | Scotland Self-Drive Tours
Book Early for 2012 and Save from 5% to 10%, depending how far out you book your tour. More Savings are available when combining two of our Coach Tours and Save10% per person on one land tour - the discount will apply to the tour of lesser value.  We also offer our 55 & Smiling Discount if you are aged 55, saving you $55 per person on selected tours. Ask about applicable "55 and smiling" tours today!
 

  Our Tour Suppliers offer the largest selection of escorted coach tours around Scotland - dozens of itineraries of different lengths. Choose value-for-money first class hotels or splurge with deluxe properties. All our Scotland coach tours feature most meals, including specialty dinners with lively, traditional Scottish entertainment. All daily sightseeing is prepaid and included on all our Scotland tours. Prices are noted with or without airfares. Our inclusive TOURS are noted with an * and all other tours and meals are noted expressly in the itinerary that we'll send you. 

A map of Scotland is outlined at the right, and the Capital is Edinburgh located in the southeastern section of the country and Glasgow is located almost directly west of Edinburgh. View Government Map PDF for city locations. The Scottish Government is a devolved government, and is operated more like a business entity and differently than England's Parliament.  The Government in Scotland is led by the First Minister. The Scottish Parliament nominates one of its Members to be appointed as First Minister by the Queen. He is assisted by various Cabinet Secretaries (Ministers). The Scottish Government is responsible in Scotland for all issues that are not explicitly reserved to the United Kingdom Parliament at Westminster, all else falls under UK rule.  Call for more info at:
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  TASTE OF SCOTLAND 5 DAYS LAND ONLY from $898 and w/AIR from $1568 *
After getting settled into your hotel in Glasgow, you'll discover the main attractions of Glasgow as you drive around George Square with its ornate City Chambers and nearby Glasgow Cathedral. Your tour will take you to Loch Lomond, and Glen Coe and the notorious Campbell massacre of the Clan Macdonald in 1692, and on to Ft Williams stopping at Ft Augustus you'll take a cruise on the infamous Loch Ness and perhaps you'll see 'Nessie'? Continuing on to Nairn where your hotel was a favorite summer residence of Charlie Chaplin.  A visit to the Culloden Visitor Centre where you'll learn about the Battle of Culloden where Bonnie Prince Charlie was defeated by the British army in 1746, changing the traditional way of Highland clan life forever. Drive through the Grampian Mountains to visit Blair Athol Distillery in Pitlochry and see how whisky is distilled and sample some. Next is Edinburgh where a city guide will point out the principal sights as you drive along the bustling Princes Street and through the wide streets of the 200-year-old Georgian New Town, as well as the medieval section along the Royal Mile where some houses reach 11 floors tall. Visit Edinburgh Castle, which dominates the city and contains the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Scone. 

Travel: Glasgow / Edinburgh - Overnights: 1 Glasgow, 1 Nairn, 2 Edinburgh
  The famous Loch Ness featuring Nessie if she shows up . . .
 
 
 
BONNIE SCOTLAND 8 DAYS from $1549 GLOBUS JOURNEYS
Our most popular Britain vacation offers you the best of this great land. Guided sightseeing shows you all the famous landmarks in London: Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard, if held. Head southwest to admire the breathtaking gardens at Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace, then venture on to prehistoric Stonehenge, the Roman excavations of Bath, the Cotswolds village of Stow, Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, and picturesque Llangollen in North Wales. Travel north through the Lake District, pausing in Wordsworth’s Grasmere and Gretna Green before arriving in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital. Admire the Crown Jewels at Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. In medieval York, enjoy a walking tour that features York Minster and the narrow Shambles. Return to London by way of the market town of Stamford and the university city of Cambridge.

Travel: Glasgow / Glasgow - Overnights: 2 Glasgow, 1 Isle of Mull, 1 Inverness, 1 Dundee, 2 Edinburgh
Meals: Full Scottish breakfast daily; 5 three-course dinners
  Glasgow Scotland
 
 
 
CELTIC HIGHLIGHTS 13 DAYS from $2549 GLOBUS JOURNEYS
This fascinating journey delivers the best of Scotland, England’s Lake District, North Wales, and the Emerald Isle. Begin in lively Glasgow and head north via the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond to Fort William, Loch Ness, and the Highland capital
of Inverness. Travel south, stopping to visit a whisky distillery and Balmoral Castle (when open). Spend two nights in Edinburgh and visit the famous castle and Holyrood Palace. In the Lowland hills, see the blacksmith’s shop at Gretna Green before crossing into England. Delight in the beauty of the Lake District on your way to Grasmere. Explore the North Wales towns of Betws-y-Coed and Caernarvon, then ferry across the Irish Sea to the “Fair City” of Dublin, where an orientation drive shows off O’Connell Street, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College. Visit the Irish National Stud at Kildare. Stop in Blarney and at the popular resort of Killarney. Marvel at the scenic Ring of Kerry, the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, and stunning Giant’s Causeway. Visits to the pilgrimage village of Knock, world-famous Belleek Pottery, Derry, and Belfast are also included, before returning to Glasgow for the conclusion of the tour.

Travel: Glasgow / Glasgow - Overnights: 2 Glasgow, 1 Inverness, 2 Edinburgh, 1 Liverpool, 2 Dublin, 1 Killarney, 1 Limerick,1 Sligo, 1 Belfast  - Meals:  Full English Breakfast daily, 7 three-course meals.
  Holyrood Palace serves as the official residence for the queen . .
 
 


 

 
A WEEK IN SCOTLAND 8 DAYS from $3790 SCOTLAND & IRELAND  TAUCK
The haunting skirt of the bagpipes during a private evening in Inverness, treasured family tartans,wee drams of single malt whiskies on a private distillery tour... a cocktail cruise on fabled Loch Lomond... the strong traditions of the Clans... fascinating history at Stirling, Edinburgh, Cawdor (the legendary home of Macbeth) and Blair castles... incredible scenery in the Highlands and along brooding Loch Ness... Palace of Holy Roodhouse (the Queen’s residence) and the Royal Mile of pubs, shops, and historical sites... a uniquely vibrant culture lovingly preserved in the capital of Edinburgh..

Travel: Glasgow / Edinburgh - Overnights: 2 Loch Lomond, 2 Inverness,  3 Edinburgh
Meals:  7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 6 Dinners
  Dugald Steward Memorial in foreground Edinburgh Scotland
 
 
  SCOTTISH DREAM 8 DAYS LAND ONLY from $1498 and w/AIR from $2148 or 9 DAYS NOTED BELOW *
The Scottish Dream Tour starts in Glasgow visiting the major sights of Scotlands largest city, and to include sandstone Victorian buildings, delightful parks, Glasgow Cathedral and the River Clyde with visits to major museums.  Loch Lomond is your next destination and a visit to Inverarary Castle, the imposing Clan Campbell family home, then browse around the local town and your next destination is the Isle of Sky and Clan Donald Centre.  Driving through some of Scotland's loveliest scenery on the 'road to the Isles' with picture stops along the way including Eilean Donan Castle.  Driving along Loch Ness, see if you can spot "Nessie" and your stay in a lovely 19th c. manor that nigh.  Additional visits on this tour to the Culloden Battlefield and Glenfiddich

Distillary, the Royal Deeside and afternoon tea, with a stop in Braemer, and a stop at the Falls of Feugh near the village of Banchory, other visits to Glamis Castle the legendary setting for Macbeth, and on into St Andrews - the home of golf!  Last but not least is Edinburgh Castle and City tour and much more, call us for a detailed itinerary.

9 DAYS LAND
from $1684 and w/AIR from $2314: Travel to Glasgow / Edinburgh Overnights: 1 Glasgow, 1 Ballachulish, 1 Nairn, 2 Blairs, 2 Edinburgh [ the 9 Days is 3 nights Edinburgh ] from $1684 per person.

 
Victoria Street Edinburgh Scotland
 
 
 
  SCOTTISH ISLES & GLENS 11 DAYS LAND ONLY from $1998 and w/AIR from $2818 *
The highlights of this tour includes a Scottish Highland Evening, visits to the Isles of Orkne and the 5000 year old village of Skara Brae, Dunvegan Castle on the Isle of Skye Glenfiddich Whisky making and tasting, and a visit to Culloden Battlefield.  Your visit starts n Glasgow, continues on toe Loch Lomond, and Glen Coe, to the Isle of Skye and Dunvegan Castle.  The next stop is Inverewe Gardens and the Atlantic coast, and the next day you'll discover the remote Highlands areas, with vastly different topography from bogs to rugged cliffs.  Then to the Isle of Orkney and Skara Brae, and then John o'Groats and Dunrobin Castle,  the seat of Earls Dukes of Sutherland, and the largest mansion in northern Scotland.  Drive along the shores of Loch Ness to Urquhart Castle and the battle of  Culloden, the Battlefield and Visitor Centre,

Visits and admissions to Glasgow Cathedral, Ben Nevis Highland Centre, Dunvegan Castle, Inverewe Gardens, Skara Brae, Ring of Brodgar, St. Magnus Cathedral, Italian Chapel, Dunrobin Castle, Urquhart Castle, Culloden Battlefield, Fort George and Edinburgh Castle are all included.

Travel to Glasgow / Edinburgh Overnights: 1 Glasgow, 2 Kyle of Lochalsh, 1 Ullapool, 2 Thurso, 2 Nairn, 2 Edinburgh
  Glasgow Scotland Tour
 
 
 
  SCOTS IRISH TOUR 11 DAYS LAND ONLY from $1898 and w/AIR from $2488 or 14 DAYS NOTED BELOW *
Highlights of this tour are: Scottish Cabaret in Edinburgh, Bunratty Castle Medieval Banquet , Isle of Skye, Culloden Battlefield,
Titanic Belfast, the Cliffs of Moher and Kilronan Castle Stay.

From Edinburgh to Shannon, your first day  is at your leisure to use the hotel facilities, play some golf or just rest from your travel over. That night you'll visit a Scottish Cabaret. Other highlights of this trip are Edinburgh Castle & City Tour, Sheepdog Trials & Culloden, Isle of Skye & Clan Donald Centre, Rabbie Burns & Belfast, the Titanic Belfast Tour & Mount Stewart, the remarkable Giant's Causeway, Derry's Walls & Donegal and on to visit Glenveagh Castle & Donegal, and then a visit to Belleek China and a Kilronan Castle Stay! Continuing on to Strokestown Park House House in County Roscommon. There are three parts to see - the 18th century mansion with its original furnishings; the four-acre walled garden, restored to look as it would have during the heyday of the estate; and the Famine Museum, which explains the circumstances of the 1840's Great Irish Famine through a combination of original documents and images. Travel south passing the city of Galway to view and the fabulous Cliffs of Moher,and a fabulous evening is planned at Bunratty Castle - a medieval style banquet awaits you in a real medieval castle!

Travel 11 Days from Edinburgh / Shannon:  Overnights: 2 Edinburgh, 1 Inverness, 1 Ballachulish, 2 Belfast, 2 Letterkenny, 1 Ballyfarnon, 1 Ennis

SCOTS IRISH TOUR 14 DAYS
from $2498 and w/AIR $3068 *
Travel 14 Days is Edinburgh / Shannon: Overnight: 2 Edinburgh, 1 Inverness, 1 Ballachulish, 2 Belfast, 2 Letterkenny,
1 Ballyfarnon, 1 Ennis, 2 Killarney, 1 Dublin 

SCOTS IRISH TOUR & MORE 15 DAYS
LAND ONLY from $2658 and w/AIR from $3268 *  
Overnights: 2 Edinburgh, 1 Inverness, 1 Ballachulish, 2 Belfast, 2 Letterkenny, 1 Ballyfarnon, 1 Ennis, 2 Killarney, 2 Dublin
  Historical Edinburgh Scotland
 
 
 
  SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS 14 DAYS from $2649   GLOBUS JOURNEYS
This is our most comprehensive Scotland vacation! After an overnight in Glasgow, head south to the Lowlands to see poet Robert Burns’ birthplace in Alloway and Gretna Green. Cross into England for a guided visit of 11th-century Carlisle Castle and to see a section of Hadrian’s Wall. Back in Scotland, see the house of Mary, Queen of Scots, the Jedburgh Abbey ruins, Floors Castle, and spend two nights in the Scottish capital of Edinburgh, with visits to its castle and Holyrood Palace. Heading north, stop at St. Andrews, home of golf, and Braemar, home of the Royal Highland Games. In the Scottish Highlands, drive through the Grampian Mountains, visit a whisky distillery, and the Highland capital of Inverness. An included excursion takes in Cawdor Castle, setting for Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Also visit majestic Dunrobin Castle before boarding a ferry for the Orkney Islands. Here, a Local Guide shows you the unique sites, including a 5,000-year-old Neolithic village and the Ring of Brodgar, the area’s own Stonehenge. Stunning scenery delivers you to the isles of Skye and Mull for 2-night stays on each. Return to Glasgow for the completion of your vacation.

Travel: Glasgow / Glasgow - Overnights: 2 Glasgow, 1 Carlisle, 2 Edinburgh, 1 Inverness, 2 Thurso, 2 Isle of Skye, 2 Isles of Mull | Meals:  Full English Breakfast daily, 10 three-course meals w/choice of menus, includes a welcome / farewell dinner.
  Holyrood Castle in Edinburgh is the official residence of the Queen
 
 


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England & Scotland Heritage
* 12 Days  - Land from $1499 View PDF  England_Scotland_Heritage.pdf
Cities visited: Edinburgh, Bowness, York, Liverpool, London, Cardiff, Caernarfon, Stratford Upon Avon & Windsor

Highlights of Scotland
8 Days Land from $1625 View PDF Highlights_Scotland.pdf
Cities visited: Edinburgh, Aviemore, Ballachulish, Glasgow

Scottish Highlands, Islands & Cities 14 Days Land from $3185 View PDF Scottish_Highlands_Islands_Cities.pdf
Cities visited: Edinburgh, Bowness, York, Liverpool

Castles & Kilts 11 Days  - Land from $2599
Cities visited: London, Bristol, Ruthin, Lake District, Edinburgh

The Scots & Irish 15Days  - Land from $3085 View PDF  Scots_Irish.pdf
Cities visited: Edinburgh, Aviemore, Ballachulish, Glasgow, Belfast, Derry, Connemara, Killarney, Dublin



 

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