Loch Ness and the Highlands |
Details The Loch Ness Monster - fact or fiction? Find out on this splendid tour through the glorious Scottish Highlands! The journey northwards takes you through Rob Roy MacGregor country to desolate Rannoch Moor. You will travel through haunting Glen Coe, the "Glen of Weeping". In 1692, 40 of the resident MacDonald clan were massacred in cold blood by the Campbells for not forswearing the Jacobite cause. It is said that you can still hear their cries! You will stop in this awe-inspiring place to marvel at the natural beauty of the glen for yourself. Next travel to Fort William, which sits in the shadow of Ben Nevis, Britain's tallest mountain. A real highlight is the drive through the Great Glen which is also the route taken by the Caledonian Canal. You will criss-cross the canal several times as you travel to Inverness. The Great Glen contains three lochs which will offer spectacular vistas Firstly Loch Lochy, then Loch Oich and lastly Loch Ness. The pretty little village of Fort Augustus is our gateway to Scotland's largest and most famous loch. You will tour the entire length of Loch Ness, stopping at Urquhart Castle for a photograph. Here you can visit the Castle and enjoy a cruise (optional, not included in tour cost) on the loch ... could that shadow be the monster? Shortly you will arrive in Inverness where you will make a stop to discover the Capital of the Highlands for yourself. Later you will start the journey southwards through the Spey Valley then on to the dramatic scenery of Glen Garry. There will be a brief stop in the delightful Victorian resort of Pitlochry before returning to Edinburgh. Schedule Details Departure Dates: Seasonal March 31 to October 28, 2007 Daily Departure Point: Tour departs from Platform J, Edinburgh Bus Station Departure Time: 8:15am Return details: Tour concludes at the original point of departure at approximately 8:30pm Hotel Pickup: Hotel pick up not available. Additional Information Inclusions: Multi-lingual commentary Hosted by a professional driver Transport is fully air-conditioned and restroom equipped Exclusions: Optional gratuity Loch Ness cruise Hotel pick up and drop off Food and beverages, unless specified Entrance fee to Urquhart Castle (approximately GBP12.00) Additional Info: This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of your travel date. Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking. Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated. Audio commentary is provided in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish. Booking Details: This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of your travel date. Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking. Local Operator Information: Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind. |
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