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CIE Tours
OFFER ID 1610371
Immerse yourself in history, culture and natural splendor as you unpack once in thriving Glasgow and discover Arran, the Highlands, the Scottish Borders, and Edinburgh.
5 nights from $1,945 per person
CIE Tours: Scottish Daytripper
Day 1: Glasgow Arrival
Your tour departs from your hotel at 2:00 PM. Your hotel for the next four nights is in the heart of Glasgow’s vibrant West End near the Botanic Gardens. Take a panoramic tour of the city, famed for its Victorian and Art Nouveau architecture. Once a prosperous port city due to international trade and shipbuilding, today Glasgow is Scotland’s cultural hub. Enjoy a welcome drink withyour group and dinner at your hotel.
Hotel: Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel
Meals: (D)
Day 2: Culzean Castle & Clydeside Distillery
Travel to Culzean Castle, a grand, centuries-old castle that includes an apartment given to General Eisenhower as a gesture of thanks for America’s support in World War II. Tour the beautifully furnished castle and have lunch there. Return to Glasgow for a visit to the Clydeside Distillery, a gleaming new establishment in a historic building on the Queen’s Dock in the heart of the city. Your evening is free to dine as you wish.
Hotel: Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel
Meals: (B, L)
Day 3: Isle of Bute & Mount Stuart House
Take a scenic ferry ride to the Isle of Bute, with its sweeping coastal views and lush island landscapes. Step into the grandeur of the 19th-century Mount Stuart House on a guided tour, marveling at its opulent interiors and fascinating history of innovation. Stroll through the charming seaside town of Rothesay – perhaps sampling local treats or exploring the Victorian-era promenade. Return to Glasgow for a free evening.
Hotel: Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel
Meals: (B)
Day 4: Loch Lomond & Stirling Castle
Venture to the shores of Loch Lomond, where you’ll see the raw, untamed beauty of the Highlands. Embark on a cruise across the loch to view the captivating vistas formed by its many islands and the surrounding hills. Continue your journey to Stirling Castle, an architectural marvel that holds the echoes of the Scottish royalty who once lived there. Back in Glasgow, dine with your group at a local restaurant.
Hotel: Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel
Meals: (B, D)
Day 5: Edinburgh & Edinburgh Castle
Depart Glasgow for Edinburgh today, where you’ll take a panoramic tour through the medieval Old Town and elegant New Town – both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Take in grand views of the city from the iconic Edinburgh Castle, dramatically perched atop a bed of volcanic rock. Tour the castle, home of the Scottish Crown Jewels. Your afternoon and evening are yours to explore this exciting city as you please. (Departures from August 16 – 23 will attend the thrilling spectacle of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, with reserved seats on the castle esplanade.)
Hotel: Edinburgh Marriott Hotel Holyrood
Meals: (B)
Day 6: Tour Ends in Edinburgh
Your tour ends after breakfast.>
Meals: (B)
Meal Abbreviations: B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
5801 Pelican Bay Blvd #205
Naples, FL 34108
USA
(239) 261-1177
(800) 523-3716