2019 Scottish Clans & Castles 10 day/9 night tour
Tour Operator:
Tour Code:
GB-CCA-19-10
Start City:
Glasgow
End City:
Edinburgh
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
First Class
Tour Length:
10 days
Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2019 | Jun 01, 2019 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Aug 22, 2019 | Aug 31, 2019 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Sep 12, 2019 | Sep 21, 2019 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Sep 19, 2019 | Sep 28, 2019 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Sep 26, 2019 | Oct 05, 2019 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Oct 03, 2019 | Oct 12, 2019 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Oct 10, 2019 | Oct 19, 2019 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote |
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Young Travelers Save 15%
Young Travelers Save 15%
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Save 10% off the land portion on escorted trips to Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, Iceland or Taste of Italy. This offer applies to travelers between ages 8 - 17 and travelling with at least one full paying passenger 21 years or older. Offer valid on new bookings only, and based in double occupancy. Not valid for group travel and not combinable with other CIE Tours promotions or discounts. Does not apply to special family guided vacations. Other restrictions may apply.
Military Personnel Save 10%
Military Personnel Save 10%
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This offer applies to travelers in the military with a valid military ID. Valid on new bookings only, and based in double occupancy. Not valid for group travel and not combinable with other CIE Tours promotions or discounts. Other restrictions may apply.
Circle of Family & Friends: 10% off Escorted Tours
Circle of Family & Friends: 10% off Escorted Tours
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Book 5 - 9 people on the same tour and save 5% on the land portion of any Ireland or Britain Escorted Coach Tour. Offer is valid on new bookings only and is not combinable with any other promotional offer or discount, additional restrictions may apply.
Mini-Group Discount - The more the merrier
Mini-Group Discount - The more the merrier
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Book 16 people on the same tour, the 16th person is free. Offer applies to new bookings only and is not combinable with other promotional offers or discounts. Additional restrictions may apply.
Save 15% On Your 2nd Tour
Save 15% On Your 2nd Tour
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Offer applies to the land portion when you purchase two CIE coach tours. This discount applies to the tour of lesser value. Offers valid on new bookings only. Not valid for group travel, and not combinable with other CIE Tours promotions or discounts. Other restrictions may apply.
Special savings on solo travel to Ireland & Britain
Special savings on solo travel to Ireland & Britain
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Offer valid on new bookings only. May not be combinable with any other promotional offer or discount. Applicable on select departures only. Please call for more information. Additional restrictions may apply.
10% Student Discount
10% Student Discount
Promotion Details
Offer valid on new bookings only, and based in double occupancy. Applies to travellers between ages 18 – 25 years old with a valid student ID. Not valid for group travel, and not combinable with other CIE Tours promotions or discounts. Other restrictions may apply.
Countries Visited
Cities Visited
Bannockburn, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Glencoe, Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Stirling
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: GLASGOW ARRIVAL & DOUNE CASTLE
Tour begins at 2:00 PM at your Drymen hotel, 20 miles north of Glasgow. Visit Doune Castle, which has been featured in “Game of Thrones” and “Outlander.” Enjoy free time in Callander and a drive through the Trossachs region, often called “Scotland in Miniature” as all aspects of delightful Scottish scenery are found here. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group before dinner.
(D)
Day 2: STIRLING CASTLE & BANNOCKBURN VISITOR CENTER
Visit Stirling Castle, a mighty stronghold that dominates the surrounding plain, before some free time on your own for lunch. Tour the Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre to learn about medieval weapons and armour, walk the real battlefield where Scottish King Robert the Bruce defeated English troops, and enjoy a thrilling 3D battle show.
(B, D)
Day 3: GLENCOE & EILEAN DONAN CASTLE
Head into the majestic Highlands and journey by Loch Lomond, across Rannoch Moor and through Glencoe, often considered one of Scotland’s most spectacular and beautiful places. Stop for photo opportunities along the route. Treat yourself to Scottish goods at a woollen mill and continue your journey north to the romantic Eilean Donan Castle.
(B, D)
Day 4: ISLE OF SKYE & DUNVEGAN CASTLE
Explore the Isle of Skye and learn the history of Bonnie Prince Charlie. Travel to Dunvegan Castle, the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland. Admire the Trotternish Peninsula as you travel to Kilt Rock, a 200-foot-high sea cliff with huge, vertical basalt columns. Visit Flora MacDonald’s grave in Kilmuir Graveyard and stop in Portree for free time.
(B, D)
Day 5: CLAN DONALD CENTRE & STEAM TRAIN RIDE
Discover the history of the Lords of the Isles at the Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle. Embark on a ferry ride to Mallaig and transfer to a steam train for a ride through some of Scotland’s most picturesque scenery. The Jacobite Steam Train crosses the 21-arched Glenfinnan Viaduct, which was featured in some of the Harry Potter movies. Travel from Fort William to your hotel in Inverness.
(B, D)
Day 6: LOCH NESS CRUISE & URQUHART CASTLE
Photo opportunities await as you visit the picturesque ruins of Urquhart Castle, once Scotland’s largest castle, and embark on a cruise of Loch Ness. Stop at the Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre to discover how British Government forces defeated the army of Bonnie Prince Charlie, ending the Jacobite rising. Return to Inverness for dinner and an evening walking tour.
(B, D)
Day 7: WHISKY TASTING & BRODIE CASTLE
See where many Speyside distilleries are based close to the pure water of the River Spey. . Tour Glen Grant Distillery and sample a "wee dram of whisky." Tour Johnstons of Elgin to discover the history and craftsmanship behind their fine woollens. Explore 16th-century Brodie Castle, set in spacious grounds with its fairytale towers and turrets. The house contains fine furnishings, a collection of paintings, and a library with over 6,000 volumes. Return to Inverness and relax before dinner at your hotel.
(B, D)
Day 8: SHEEPDOGS & CULROSS WALK
Immerse yourself in farm life and enjoy a demonstration where dogs obey commands to round up sheep. In Pitlochry, explore and have lunch independently. Continue to Culross for a walking tour around the charming 16th-century town, recently used as a filming location for “Outlander.” Highlights include the Town House, Culross Palace, and the remains of Culross Abbey. Enjoy free time in Culross before heading to Edinburgh for a Scottish evening with a farewell dinner and traditional entertainment.
(B, D)
Day 9: EDINBURGH TOUR & PALACE OF HOLYROODHOUSE
In Edinburgh, see how the medieval townhouses along the Royal Mile in the heart of the Old Town are in stark contrast to the Georgian mansions of the 200-year-old New Town. Tour the impressive Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official Scottish residence of the Queen, and walk through the majestically furnished chambers. The rest of the day is free. July 25th to August 15th departures enjoy the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at the Castle Esplanade.
(B)
Day 10: TOUR ENDS IN EDINBURGH
Your program ends after breakfast.
(B)
B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner
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