We travel through central Scotland admiring the beautiful scenery arriving at Perth, the gateway to the Highlands, for your morning coffee stop. After a short drive we arrive at Blair Castle, This castle has been the seat of the Dukes of Atholl for over 700 years. The Castle is set in dramatic scenery and magnificent grounds. Historically it commanded a strategic position on the way to the Highlands of Scotland. To the skirl of the pipes, guests can visit more than 30 rooms of the castle. The rooms contain a magnificent collection of art, furniture, china and arms. Blair Castle is the home of the Atholl Highlanders, Europe's only remaining private army. After leaving Blair Castle free time is available to have lunch in Pitlochry before visiting a famous distillery in the afternoon. After a conducted tour you can mull over the distinctive character of the finished article as you enjoy a complimentary dram. After a pleasant day sampling Scottish Hospitality we arrive in Edinburgh by way of the magnificent Forth Rail Bridge.
The Whisky Experience Experience the making of Scotland's national drink.... "FREE admission to Glenkinchie distillery." Our tour starts with a short drive to Glenkinchie Distillery, a working malt whisky distillery. The guided tour provides information on how Scotland's national drink has been made since 1840. A taste of the Glenkinchie Single Malt is included to remind you of your visit. You can also visit an exhibition of malt whisky in the museum. Afterwards we drive through the beautiful East Lothian countryside passing Haddington and St. Mary's Church dating from the 14th century. We continue to North Berwick with the Bass Rock in the distance, home to thousands of seabirds. After a lunch stop our journey takes us past Dirleton Castle famous for its walled gardens. We then pass Muirfield championship golf course and Musselburgh, a small fishing town with superb views of the Firth of Forth before arriving in Edinburgh.
Oban & The West Highlands Scotland's West Coast is one of the most beautiful areas of Scotland. The journey to Oban takes you from the east coast to the west coast encompassing scenery that Scotland is famous for, pretty Highland villages, castles and lochs. Views include Stirling Castle and the famous Wallace Monument. After a Coffee stop our scenic drive will take us through Glen Lochy before arriving at Loch Awe famous for the photogenic 15th Century ruins of Kilchurn Castle. Travelling to Oban we stop at Dunstaffnage Castle for a photograph, then it is time for lunch. Oban Oban is a busy bustling harbour town where during the 18th and 19th centuries many thousands of Scots emigrated from here. Here harbour fishing boats come and go, as do Island Ferries and the occasional seal. Above the town is McCaigs Folly, Scotland's only amphitheatre. It was started in the 19th century but never completed, views from here are spectacular.
Oban & The West Highlands Scotland's West Coast is one of the most beautiful areas of Scotland. The journey to Oban takes you from the east coast to the west coast encompassing scenery that Scotland is famous for, pretty Highland villages, castles and lochs. Views include Stirling Castle and the famous Wallace Monument. After a Coffee stop our scenic drive will take us through Glen Lochy before arriving at Loch Awe famous for the photogenic 15th Century ruins of Kilchurn Castle. Travelling to Oban we stop at Dunstaffnage Castle for a photograph, then it is time for lunch. Oban Oban is a busy bustling harbour town where during the 18th and 19th centuries many thousands of Scots emigrated from here. Here harbour fishing boats come and go, as do Island Ferries and the occasional seal. Above the town is McCaigs Folly, Scotland's only amphitheatre. It was started in the 19th century but never completed, views from here are spectacular.
History – Lochs – Glens and Castles A Taste of Scotland History – Lochs – Glens and Castles Crossing the River Forth with views of the famous Rail Bridge we head to Dunfermline, the birthplace of Andrew Carnegie's. We visit the ancient Abbey, where Robert The Bruce is buried. We then drive through rolling countryside to Doune Castle, one of the best preserved 14th Century medieval castles in Scotland. This was the set for the film "Monty Python and The Holy Grail". After a photo stop we make our way to Loch Katrine. Here you will have the opportunity to take lunch and sail on the loch to experience the magnificent scenery of the Trossachs. Alternatively there are other activities such as bike hire or walking alongside the loch. After this beauty spot we drive through the Trossachs stopping for pictures. On our way home we stop at Linlithgow Palace. This famous royal residence is steeped in Scottish history.
Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Visit Scotland's highest mountain and deepest loch. Scotline invites you to tour to mysterious Loch Ness, with an option to visit Urquhart Castle and take a boat cruise on this legendary stretch of water. You leave Edinburgh to explore some of the most beautiful and dramatic areas of Scotland. After a morning coffee stop at Kilmahog, you travel through Rob Roy Country to arrive at the Weeping Glen of Glencoe, the infamous site of the 1692 Massacre, for a photo stop. After another short drive we arrive at Fort William in the shadow of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. After your lunch stop your scenic trip continues to Spean Bridge, where you have another opportunity to take pictures of the Great Glen. From here you follow the Caledonian Canal to Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle. The Castle provides a superb vantage point to see the deepest part of the loch. Here you can enjoy an optional visit to the castle and take a short cruise on the loch. On our homeward journey, we pass by Inverness, through the Grampian Mountains and beautiful scenery to your refreshment stop. We continue our journey through Perthshire until we come to the famous Forth Rail Bridge before arriving in Edinburgh.
