Day 1: Fly Overnight to Scotland
- Non-stop flights when available
- 3-4 star hotel accommodations
- Breakfast & dinner included
Day 2: The Journey Begins
- First stop on our journey is Edinburgh castle for a private tour - Edinburgh Castle is one of the oldest fortified places in Europe. With a long rich history as a royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress, it is alive with many exciting tales. When you climb Castle Hill, you will walk in the footsteps of soldiers, kings and queens – and even the odd pirate or two.
- Lunch & Browse the Royal Mile
- Dessert Experience - Enjoy a wonderful selection of chocolates from both Scottish and international chocolate makers. There are over 40 varieties to choose from including dark, milk & white, haggis chocolate, Japanese chocolate, chili, whisky, salted caramel and many, many more. Create your own chocolate bar to take away. You can even choose a bar with a Scottish twist and make a chocolate Greyfriars Bobby, a chocolate Nessie or a chocolate Edinburgh Castle!
- Private walking tour- Discover the fascinating secrets behind Edinburgh’s famous, historic Old Town, hear about royalty, writers, philosophers and everyday folk living in Edinburgh through the ages. See the quieter, more hidden sites where history was lived and made on the Royal Mile
Day 3: Duchesses, Delights & Demons
- Take a trip to the official residence of Scotland's Monarchy with an interactive tour of Holyrood Palace. Enjoy the Royal Dining room, be dazzled by the Darney Jewels, or take a stroll through the royal gardens.
- Enjoy the full Edinburgh food and cultural experience, indulging in innovative twists on Scottish favorites in everything from centuries-old taverns to the newest and most
- Ghost Tour -follow your cloaked storyteller through the shadowy closes of Edinburgh’s Old Town. These dark and dreary streets are untouched by daylight, filled with a strange silence – their damp walls carrying only the faintest echo of the crowds on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile.
Day 4: Exploration
- We will start the day off with the UK’s most fun attraction. Five floors of hands-on optical illusions, tricks and fun things to do including Vortex Tunnel, Mirror Maze and Ames room.
- Will fuel ourselves for the next adventure with Scotland's most popular local dish, Haggis. Our lunch venue will provide all options for every palette.
- Gorge Walking - Wading through the river, ducking behind waterfalls and scrambling over the rocks. Our gorge walking experience takes place in the stunning Calvine Gorge, Perthshire’s natural water park. Explore Scotland’s scenic beauty up close as you traverse the Falls of Bruar, guided by patient and experienced guides.
Day 5: A Journey to the Middle Ages
- Private Castles Tour-Towering spires, thick stone walls and dramatic settings - whatever pops into your mind when you imagine a castle, you'll find it on the Scotland castle tour. From magnificent city landmarks to mysterious ruins.
Day 6: Sunday Peddle, Potions & Tales
- Coastal Adventure-We will cycle through the 1860 Victorian-era Innocent Tunnel, discover the best views in Edinburgh and finish off at the Beach for ice cream / dip in the sea or a coffee.
- Discover Edinburgh’s fascinating history. In exploring the Museum’s maze of 16th century buildings, you will see iconic items, beautiful objects and learn fascinating facts and gruesome tales.
- After dinner, we will stop at a tavern for a memorable dessert. Where we will create a spell of a sweet potion or two full of bubbles and smoke.
Day 7: Clans & Cultural Pride
- Kiltmaking Experience - Learn, create, practice and wear the visual history of Scotland at the beautiful backdrop of the French Institute of Scotland by two of Scotland’s own kiltmakers who are dedicated to preserving Scotland historical techniques
- Symbols of Scotland tour - From the saltire of Scotland’s national flag to the thistle. What are they, and what do they signify? All will be revealed through our storytelling tour of the National Museum of Scotland.
Day 8: The Scottish Highlands
- Highlander, Glencoe & Loch Ness -Take a step out of the capital for a private tour of famous landmarks, Hairy Cows, Cairngorm Mountains, Fort William and voyage to find the Loch ness mountain. Hold onto your hats it will be a day full of memorable photo stops and historic sites.
Day 9: Riding the River Tarn
- White Water Rafting the River Tarn - Scotland gets a lot of rain. Lethal for summer barbeques but perfect for white water rafting! We will have a day full of adventure on Scotland's River Tarn. Mastering the rapids and enjoying the beautiful view of the country.
Day 10: Farewell Old Friend