Highland Hotel 8 Day Scenic Scotland
First Day - South
Arrive at the Highland Hotel in time for dinner.
A visit to the Loch Ness Centre
Discover the history of Loch Ness from the ice age to the third millennium in a seven room, themed, automated walk through. Explore the history of the loch and the many mysteries and explorations that have surrounded its past. Learn about the rumours, the hoaxes and the truths and discover what may really live in Loch Ness. Using a highly effective mixture of animations, lasers and special effects, visitors can experience the history of the monster by exploring Scotland’s geological past and folklore. Find out what has been discovered and what research has been done and view some of the actual equipment used to explore and navigate the Loch.
Eilean Donan Castle & journey over Skye Bridge
Visit Scotland’s most romantic castle – Eilean Donan. Strategically located on its own little island where three great sea lochs meet, this castle offers a glimpse into Scotland’s turbulent history from the rise of Christianity to Viking invasions and Jacobite rebellions! Eilean Donan retains most of its original features including winding hallways and uneven stone steps. We will also journey over the Skye bridge which connects the mainland village of Kyle of Lochalsh to the village of Kyleakin on Skye. - Weather permitting you will be taken on to the Isle of Skye for a photo stop and we will endeavour to try and book a ferry crossing over to Skye. (Please note, this day may be done in reverse).
Inverness & Aviemore
Also known as the ‘Highland Capital’, Inverness is the main city in the Scottish Highlands and although it is one of the fastest growing cities in Europe it still retains its market town atmosphere. Inverness offers a wide range of local produce and shops to explore as well as castles and heritage sites. We will travel via Loch Laggan and through scenic glens into the very heart of Scotland, Aviemore, a popular highland resort and centre for both summer visitors and winter skiers.
Glencoe, Rannoch Moor & Oban
Glencoe is undoubtedly the most popular and scenic glen in Scotland. The sheer scale and grandeur of the landscape is sure to inspire and the turbulent history of the area will fascinate visitors. Then visit nearby Rannoch Moor - one of Scotland's outstanding areas of natural wilderness, before heading to the west coast. The largest town in Argyll & The Isles, Oban is known as the 'Gateway to the Isles' and is the 'Seafood Capital of Scotland'. Oban has a way of drawing out the romantic side of visitors, with its mists that roll in from the sea and the hills which overlook the bay. The most iconic feature within Oban is McCaig's Tower, a Colosseum lookalike that stands above the town and offers wonderful views out west. From seafood to whisky, Oban offers a great range of local produce - all well worth sampling!
Day at Leisure
Time to take one of the local walks amid the beautiful town or, if there is sufficient interest, an optional tour may be arranged.
Ben Nevis Distillery & the Caledonian Canal
The Ben Nevis Distillery is one of the oldest in Scotland. Our national drink is brewed at the foot of Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis, which provides an amazing backdrop to the distillery. After sampling a dram your coach will explore the Caledonian Canal – a magnificent feat of Scottish engineering stretching 60 miles through the stunning Great Glen. The Canal is an engineering masterpiece and Neptune’s Staircase, built by Thomas Telford between 1803-1822, is the longest staircase lock in Britain.
Last Day
Return home.
- Departure: Saturday, April 26, 2025
- Excursions Included
- Half Board
- Nightly Entertainment
- Luxury Coach Travel
- £775.00 Per Person
| Pickup Point | Address | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Welwyn Garden City | Bus Stop outside entrance to John Lewis, Bridge Road, AL8 6PH | 5.00AM |
| Stevenage | Bus Stop N outside railway station, SG1 1XT | 5.30AM |
| Letchworth | Bus Stop Layby Outside The Arcade Shopping Centre, Station Road, SG6 3BB | 5.45AM |
| Baldock | Bus Stop, High Street, Opposite Library, SG7 6AS | 5.55AM |
| Biggleswade | Bus Station, SG18 8UU | 6.10AM |
| Sandy | Bus Stop, Market Square, SG19 2UQ | 6.25AM |
| St Neots | Bus Stop, Market Square, Opp Iceland (37 High Street), PE19 2AA | 6.40AM |
| Peterborough Services | 'Extra' Services on the A1 at junction 17 (A.605) (Coach parking area), PE7 3UQ | 8.00AM |