Isle of Skye, Oban, St Andrews and Highlands 5-Day Tour
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国家: United Kingdom
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5 天
描述
Discover the stunning Scottish Highlands over 5 days, travelling to Loch Lomond, Isle of Skye, Ullapool, and St Andrews. Enjoy overnight stays (own expense) in Oban, Portree, and Inverness, the capital of the Highlands.
Departing from Edinburgh, travel through Scotland’s Central Belt and head north to the village of Luss on the shores of Loch Lomond. Next, cross the steep pass of 'Rest and be Thankful' in the village of Inveraray, a town famed for its oysters and seafood. Next to Dunadd Iron Age Fort, the coronation site of kings and queens of Dalriada, the ancient Gaelic speaking kingdom. After a stop at Kilmartin, drive through the stunning Argyll scenery to the bustling fishing town of Oban, the location of your first night’s stay.
In the morning discover the beautiful Glencoe, one of the most impressive glens in Scotland, through a short hike and photograph stop. Travel to Glenfinnan Viaduct, then head to Fort William for either a tour of Ben Nevis Whisky distillery or a visit to Inverlochy Castle and Neptune’s Staircase. Drive north arriving at Loch Ness to get photos of the infamous monster Nessie! Your route then takes you into some of the most spectacular scenery in all the Highlands as we pass through Glenshiel and the iconic Five Sisters of Kintail to the meeting point of 3 lochs – Loch Duich, Loch Long & Loch Alsh – the stunning setting for Eilean Donan Castle.
Day 3, explore the sights of the Trotternish Peninsula to the Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock and the Quiraing, while listening to the local folklore of the landscape was created. Next, visit the Museum of Island Life, and then loop around north Skye to take in magnificent views, east to the Torridon Mountains and west the Outer Hebrides. Journey onto the Cuillin Mountains, travel through Kyle of Lochalsh to the pretty village of Plockton. During the summer season (April-October) we’ll take you on a seal spotting cruise along the coast of palm-tree lined Plockton on Loch Carron. Yes, you read correctly – palm trees!
On Day 4, head to the North Highlands with the first stop of the day at Corrieshalloch Gorge, Scotland’s deepest gorge. Onto the legendary North Coast 500 Route traveling past towering peaks to the ancient ruin of Ardvreck Castle. Head to Knockan Crag to learn more about the local geology, before visiting the pretty fishing town of Ullapool. After lunch, travel to Rogie Falls and find cascading water and gentle trails among the forest. Visit the town of Beauly, onetime favourite town of Mary Queen of Scots, before returning to Inverness.
Our last day begins at Clava Cairns, the site of incredible standing stones and burial chambers dating back to 4000 years ago. Next is Culloden Battlefield, the location of the last battle to be fought on British soil. Through Cairngorms National Park, to our final stop at the ancient Fife town of St Andrews. This medieval walled town is home to St Andrews University, the oldest in Scotland, as well St Andrews Cathedral. In the evening it's time to start winding your way through the fishing villages of Fife, across the Forth Road Bridge, and back into Edinburgh.
Please note: there may be seasonal changes to the route from November to March.
亮点
- Explore ancient castles & battlefields, and visit a Scotch whisky distillery
- Experience film locations used in James Bond, Game of Thrones, and Outlander
- Stroll the world famous St Andrews Old Course & see Scotland’s oldest University
- Travel Isle of Skye, with the stunning Trotternish, Quiraing & Cuillin Mountains
- Retrace ancient history among the geological wonders of Scotland’s Highlands
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If you would like to research other places to stay, we would kindly ask that you use our city/town centre drop-off/pick-up points to check how far away your choice will be.
Oban – Station Road, PA34 4LN
Portree - Somerled Square, IV51 9BS
Inverness - Inverness Cathedral on Ardross Street, IV3 5NN
We are more than happy to help with recommendations for accommodation please contact us directly for this. We recommend you do this urgently as accommodation does get booked up quickly.
We strongly recommend that you make a dinner reservation in Portree if you would like to dine in a pub or restaurant as it can be very busy (you will arrive in Portree at approximately 18.30pm).
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