The Highlands of Scotland
€1,289.00
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Includes:
Return travel by coach & ferry, 5 nights B&B + 4 dinners at selected hotels, All coach transfers .....
Pricing:
Adult €1,289.00 • Child €1,289.00 • Deposit €150.00
This tour takes in some of the most iconic sites in Scotland. We travel over on the ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan before our first overnight in Renfrew, just outside Glasgow. From there we take the A9 into the Highlands visiting The Kelpies and Stirling Castle. Traveling through the Cairngorms we arrive at our base for the next 3 nights, The Mercure Hotel in Inverness. Next morning we follow the route of the River Bran on the A832 visiting Eilean Donan Castle and taking a Cruise on Loch Ness. The following morning, we take the short spin to the Culloden Battlefield before having an afternoon at leisure in Inverness. Next day we take the scenic route south via Loch Ness, Glencoe and Loch Lomond before some retail therapy in Loch Lomond Shores. ** We will tick the box and literally pop over to Skye
What's Included
- Return travel by coach & ferry
- 5 nights B&B + 4 dinners at selected hotels
- All coach transfers
- Admission to the Kelpies (tour inside the head NOT included)
- Admission to Stirling Castle - self guided
- Admission to Eilean Donan Castle – self guided
- Loch Ness Cruise
- Admission the Culloden Visitor Centre – self guided
- Services of a Tour Director throughout.
What's NOT Included
- Single room supplement @ €398.00
- Travel Insurance: €26.00 per adult / €12.00 per child
- €18.00 supplement per person if picking coach up outside Dublin
- A Client Protection Bond of 3% is not included and will be added on to the total gross price of a booking. This Bond protects our clients in the event of supplier business failure. All bookings and transactions are subject to this charge
Extras
**Please note itinerary is subject to change** **It is the responsibility of each person to...
Good to Know
**Please note itinerary is subject to change**
**It is the responsibility of each person to be on time for all coach connections, coaches will not wait for latecomers**
** coaches will not wait for latecomers.
**It is illegal to smoke on coaches.**
Important Notice
Please note all of our tours include some level of walking activity and may include ascending/descending steps. They are not suitable for people with walking difficulties and/or limited mobility.
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DAY 1 - Sunday 5th July
- 08.15hrs Depart from Wexford [North Station, Redmond Square
- 08.35hrs Pick-up in Enniscorthy [Abbey Square Car Park]
- 08.55hrs Pick-up in Gorey [at the hospital]
- 09.15hrs Pick-up at the Beehive pub
- 11.00hrs Pick-up at The Coach Park – Dublin Airport – opportunity for a comfort stop for those already on the coach
- 12.30hrs Arrive at Buttercrane Shopping Centre. Newry – pick-up on Merchants’ Quay
- 13.15hrs Depart Newry
- 14.30hrs Arrive Stena Terminal Belfast
- 15.30hrs Depart on Stena Superfast
- 17.50hrs Arrive Cairnryan
- 20.00hrs Arrive at The Glynhill Hotel & Spa, Renfrew
- Dinner is in our hotel tonight
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DAY 2 - Monday 6th July
- 08.30hrs Depart hotel
- 09.30hrs Arrive at The Kelpies
- Standing at 100ft tall and weighing more than 300 tonnes each, the magical Kelpies are a man-made wonder and a feat of engineering. The works of art, created by artist Andy Scott, have become iconic on the landscape after being modelled on real-life icons of times gone by — Clydesdale horses Duke and Baron. The Kelpies represent the lineage of the heavy horse of Scottish industry and economy, pulling the wagons, ploughs, barges and coalships that shaped the geographical layout of Falkirk.
- 11.00hrs Depart The Kelpies
- 11.45hrs Arrive Stirling Castle
- Stirling Castle is one of Scotland's most historically important sites and was once a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens who held grand celebrations at the castle. In its grandeur with its superb sculptures and beautiful gardens. It was a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens who held grand celebrations from christenings to coronations. Today you can meet the costumed characters in the roles of bodyguards, court officials, maids of honour and servants who will welcome you into 16th century life. Families can have fun in the palace vaults where children can try out activities such as dressing in period costume and playing medieval instruments. Don't miss a guided tour with knowledgeable staff who will bring the castle's infamous characters and history to life in great detail. Other highlights include the Great Hall, Chapel Royal, Castle Exhibition, Regimental Museum, Great Kitchens, and the Tapestry Studio.
- 13.45hrs Depart Stirling
- 15.00hrs Arrive Pitlochry – we have a comfort stop in the picturesque town
- 15.45hrs Depart Pitlochry
- 18.00hrs Arrive at the Mercure Hotel, Inverness
- Dinner at the hotel
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DAY 3 - Tuesday 7th July
- 08.00hrs Depart your Hotel
- We follow the Route of The River Bran on the A832 having a comfort stop in Lochcarron. Coming down onto the A87 at Auchtertyre we turn right for Skye. After a few short miles we arrive and cross-over the spectacular Skye Bridge – that box is ticked – we have visited Skye. We have a photo-stop in Kyleakin before returning over the bridge and heading for Eilean Donan Castle..
- 12.30hrs Arrive at Eilean Donan Castle
- Eilean Donan Castle is one of the most recognised castles in Scotland, and probably appears on more shortbread tins and calendars than any other. It is, without doubt, a Scottish icon and certainly one of the most popular visitor attractions in the Highlands. When you first set eyes on it, it is easy to understand why so many people flock to its stout doors year after year. Strategically located on its own little island, overlooking the Isle of Skye, at the point where three great sea-lochs meet, and surrounded by the majestic splendour of the forested mountains of Kintail, Eilean Donan’s setting is truly breath-taking.
- 14.00hrs Depart Eilean Donan Castle
- 15.40hrs Arrive at Clansman Harbour on Loch Ness
- 16.15hrs Depart on the Jacobite Loch Ness Cruise
- 17.05hrs Return to Clansman
- 17.20hrs Depart Clansman
- 18.00hrs Arrive at your hotel
- Dinner is in your hotel this evening
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DAY 4 - Wednesday 8th July
- 09.30hrs Depart your hotel
- 09.55hrs Arrive at the Visitor Centre for the Culloden Battlefield
- On 16 April 1746, the final Jacobite Rising came to a brutal head in one of the most harrowing battles in British history. Jacobite supporters, seeking to restore the Stuart monarchy to the British thrones, gathered to fight the Duke of Cumberland’s government troops. It was the last pitched battle on British soil and, in less than an hour, around 1,600 men were slain – 1,500 of them Jacobites. The richly researched, stimulating and sensitive Culloden Visitor Centre, which stands beside the battlefield, features artefacts from both sides of the battle and interactive displays that reveal the background to the conflict. It is both a monument and a guide to a pivotal day in history.
- 11.40hrs Depart Culloden
- 12.10hrs Arrive at your hotel
- We have the afternoon at leisure in Inverness
- Dinner is under your own arrangement this evening.
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Day 5 - Thursday 09th July
- 08.30hrs Check-out and depart your hotel
- We travel south hugging the shore of Loch Ness via Fort Augustus and taking time to stop at the Commando Monument at Spean Bridge.
- 11.00hrs Arrive at Fort William – we take an hour out to explore the town.
- 12.00hrs Depart Fort William
- We travel through Glencoe, one the most famous Glens in Scotland. Stopping for a photo-op. Passing the Bridge of Orchy and travelling down the length of Loch Lomond.
- 14.45hrs Arrive at Loch Lomond Shores.
- Loch Lomond Shores is a stunning 5* rated visitor destination set on the southern tip of Loch Lomond which offers something for everyone.
- 16.45hrs Depart Loch Lomond Shores
- 17.30hrs Arrive at our hotel, The Glynhill Hotel & Spa, Renfrew
- check-in and dinner
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Day 6 - Friday 10th July
- 08.00hrs Check-out and depart our hotel
- 10.30hrs Arrive at Cairnryan
- 11.30hrs Depart Cairnryan on Stena Superfast
- 13.50hrs Arrive Belfast
- 16.30hrs Arrive Dublin Airport – dropping in Newry en-route
- Coaches drops enroute to Wexford
Multiple Hotels
Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland,
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Single
+€398.00
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Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland,
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Beehive pub
Wicklow
Pickup point price - €18.00
Belfast Port Stena Line
Belfast
Pickup point price - €0.00
Enniscorthy [Supervalue, Abbey Square]
Enniscorthy
Pickup point price - €18.00
Gorey [at the hospital]
Gorey
Pickup point price - €18.00
The Coach Park – Dublin Airport
Dublin
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Wexford [North Station, Redmond Square]
Wexford
Pickup point price - €18.00
Beehive pub
Pickup point price - €18.00
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Pickup is at the Beehive pub in Co. Wicklow.
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Beehive pub, Co. Wicklow, Ireland,
Wicklow , Ireland
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Pickup is at the Beehive pub in Co. Wicklow.
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Belfast Port Stena Line
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Pickup at Stena Line terminal, Belfast Port.
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Pickup at Stena Line terminal, Belfast Port.
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Enniscorthy [Supervalue, Abbey Square]
Pickup point price - €18.00
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Pickup at Supervalue, Abbey Square, Enniscorthy.
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Pickup at Supervalue, Abbey Square, Enniscorthy.
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Gorey [at the hospital]
Pickup point price - €18.00
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Pickup is located at the hospital in Gorey.
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Pickup is located at the hospital in Gorey.
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The Coach Park – Dublin Airport
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Wexford [North Station, Redmond Square]
Pickup point price - €18.00
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Pickup at North Station, Redmond Square, in Wexford town.
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Special Instructions:
Pickup at North Station, Redmond Square, in Wexford town.
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Celtic Horizon Tours
🛡️ Travel Insurance Options
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Standard Travel Insurance
Adult:
€26.00
Child:
€13.00
Ages 6 - 68 years
📋 Policy Overview
Comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellation, and personal belongings
🛡️ Coverage Details
Medical expenses up to €50,000, Trip cancellation up to €5,000, Personal belongings up to €1,500
⚠️ Important Information
Age Eligibility: This insurance is available for travelers aged 6 to 68 years.
Purchase Deadline: Insurance must be purchased at the time of booking or within 14 days of your initial trip deposit.
Coverage Period: Coverage begins on your departure date and ends on your return date as specified in your booking.
Claims Process: In case of a claim, contact the insurance provider directly using the contact information provided in your policy documents.
