Bonnie Scotland by Private Chauffeur

Details
Itinerary
Tour Vendor

7 days

Duration

Europe,Scotland

Location

2/5

Physicality

Regional

Type

The most intimate and personal of travel styles, this fully customizable hand-crafted vacation begins with a professional chauffeur and the finest accommodations, then add expert guidance along the way.

Travel Insurance

AAA strongly recommends the purchase of travel insurance.

Departure Dates

Contact a AAA Travel Advisor for available departures.

Included

Dedicated, private chauffeur, serving as your local expert through the duration of your trip
Luxury transportation: private Mercedes vehicle with WiFi for your group of any size
Your selection of hand-selected accommodations from B&B’s to castles, manors and hotels
Your choice of pre-organized sightseeing. Plan your days with your chauffeur at your own pace.
Full breakfast included daily

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Day 1 - Welcome to Edinburgh (2 Nights)

Welcome to Scotland! You will be met at the airport by your private chauffeur and transferred to your hotel.  Get to know Edinburgh and its secrets on a private walking tour with a Local Specialist. Explore, Edinburgh Castle, perched high atop a dormant volcano. You can see the Scottish Crown Jewels, Mons Meg, the Great Hall, and more.

Day 2 - Stirling, The Magical Kelpies & The Falkirk Wheel

Today, it's time for some man-made wonder and a feat of engineering, first up, standing at 100ft tall and weighing more than 300 tons each, meet the magical Kelpies. Continue to see the unique Falkirk Wheel, the world’s first and only rotating boat lift, that can carry eight boats at a time in a single trip. Next on the agenda is Stirling Castle, the former home of Mary Queen of Scots. Here, you’ll watch as costumed performers bring its history to life, see the Stirling Heads, and stroll through the gardens.

Day 3 - Journey to the Highlands

On to the Highlands, enjoy an exclusive, tailored 4x4 Safari with your private Local kilted Safari Ranger. Watch out for the Majestic Red Deer, the Famous Grouse and the soaring Golden Eagle as you travel through forests, mountains and moors on private hill tracks. Enjoy a delicious picnic before continuing your journey to Inverness, the capital of the Highland’s. Make time to drop by Gellions Bar, the oldest pub in Inverness.

Day 4 - Lakes, Whiskey, Monsters & Isle of Skye

Head to Loch Ness, where you’ll see the ruins of Urquhart Castle and perhaps spot the famous monster, Nessie. Continue through rolling Highland scenery to Loch Alsh. Stop for a photo of Eilean Donan Castle, then cross the Skye Bridge to the scenic Isle of Skye. Head to Talisker Whisky Distillery to learn the secrets of making the ‘water of life’. Be sure to step out tonight and look into the star-filled sky. With some of the darkest night skies in Europe, star gazers of all interests will be mesmerized by the twinkling canopy above.

Day 5 - Clans, Hogwarts Express & Loch Lomond

Take time to visit the Armadale Castle Gardens and Museum of the Isles. Explore and stroll through the extensive gardens before taking the ferry to Mallaig. All aboard! This afternoon, hop on the Jacobite Steam Train, considered one of the greatest rail trips in the world. As you travel through the stunning countryside, watch for the Glenfinnan Viaduct, well known to Harry Potter fans familiar with the ‘Hogwarts Express.’ Disembark in Fort William and continue through Glencoe and on across Rob Roy country to Trossachs National Park and sparkling Loch Lomond.

Day 6 - Glasgow Colorful City Walk

Start the day with a cruise on the majestic Loch Lomond, Scotland’s largest loch, taking in the spectacular scenery. Then travel to Glasgow, set on the River Clyde and join a Local Specialist for a private walking tour. See some of the city's spectacular street art, you may even be surrounded by bubbles in Renfield Lane.

Day 7 - End Glasgow

Your private chauffeur will take you to the airport, where it’s time to bid farewell to Scotland, as your vacation ends. Slán abhaile, we hope to see you again soon.

Bonnie Scotland by Private Chauffeur, Member First

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