Scotland: Highlands and Islands
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"My heart's in the Highlands," said Robert Burns as will you, while traveling from city to country, mainland to island, on this sweet 12-day journey. From loch to glen, encounter stunning natural beauty and welcoming clans in a small group limited to 24 travelers. Discover vibrant Glasgow during a two-night stay, taking a tour highlighting the city's distinct architecture. A private tour reveals the Edwardian Pollok House, now a museum featuring Spanish art. Setting out for Fort William in the scenic Highlands, stop by the bonnie banks of storied Loch Lomond, Great Britain's largest lake. Next is dramatic Glencoe, one of Scotland's most beautiful spots. Take a full-day excursion to the stunning Isle of Skye with Armadale Castle and Gardens and the imposing Cuillin Hills, then admire iconic Eilean Donan Castle. At fabled Loch Ness, best known for its rumored inhabitant, enjoy a boat ride, then see Urquhart Castle's evocative ruins. Experience Culloden Moor's hallowed battle site. Exploration of the Highlands continues from historic Inverness with an excursion along the ancient Pictish Trail and a falconry demonstration at striking Dunrobin Castle. At a small local distillery, sample handcrafted single malt whisky. Watch a sheepdog demonstration en route to legendary Saint Andrews, renowned as golf's birthplace, for an overnight stay and touring. Reaching stately Edinburgh for a three-night stay, encounter its "New Town" and medieval "Old Town," paying an inside visit to historic Edinburgh Castle and touring Holyrood Palace on the Royal Mile. Explore the city independently before the journey's end.
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