Leaving Edinburgh we head out towards Stirling
to hear the history of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce.
Then it is over to Loch Lomond ("I'll take the high
road?") to take in the beauty of one of Scotland's famous
lochs. Next we wind our way further westwards to Kilmartin
Glen to uncover the wonders of the Kingdom of Dalriada -
Standing Stones, Stone Circles & castles before making
our way up to lively Oban - our home for the night.
Day 2
We head deeper into the magical
Highlands through some spectacular north west coast scenery
with amazing stops and weather permitting walks in magnificent
Glencoe (hear the tragic tale of the MacDonald's Massacre)
and Glen Nevis. Next we wind our way westwards through Harry
Potter country to the Glenfinnan Memorial (where Bonny Prince
Charlie raised the royal standard), and weather permitting
have some time on the beaches of Morar. Then its to Mallaig
to catch the ferry over to the South of the Isle of Skye -
the traditional way to reach the island - we spend tonight
in the fishing village of Kyleakin.
Day 3
A full and active day on the
mystical Isle - lots of walks and time to take in the magic.
You'll see the Cuillin Mountains, the Old Man of Storr (an
incredible Jurassic pillar) and hear some amazing legends,
visit the fascinating Kilt Rock, and take in absolutely awe-inspiring
panoramas in the Quirang. Perfect preparation for a few wee
drams in the pub to reflect on a day of tales and legends.
Day 4
We say farewell to
the Isle of Skye this morning & once back on the mainland
we make our way northwards up the Gairloch Coastline - a day
of gorgeous, relaxing scenery with some lovely short walks,
gorges & waterfalls before heading over to the Capital
of the Highlands - Inverness - for our final night together.
Day 5
Our
last day takes us to the banks of Loch Ness for some
Nessie hunting before an emotional stop at tragic Culloden
battlefield. Then we cheer ourselves up with beautiful
forest walks and a distillery visit before making our
way over the Firth of Forth back to Edinburgh - happy
honorary Scots!
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