Haws Scottish Adventure

Day 1 - Sunday 7^th September - Welcome to Scotland

On arrival at the airport you will be met by a private driver who will transfer you to your city centre hotel. Depending on your arrival time you can choose to relax at the hotel or head out to start exploring this unique city.

Overnight: Edinburgh | The Bonham
Room Type: Junior Suite (av 40 sqm)
Meals Included: None

Day 2 - Monday 8^th September - Historic Edinburgh

This morning immerse yourselves in the winding cobbled streets of historic Old Town Edinburgh as you enjoy a private walking tour with an expert local guide. Discover the highlights of this unique capital as you wander up the ‘Royal Mile’ to the mighty ancient fortress which is Edinburgh Castle itself. Walk the ramparts atop castle rock and hear the tales of the One O’Clock gun and the stories of locals of times past.

Your guide will leave you here so that you can spend as much time in the castle as you wish. You then have a free afternoon to continue your explorations at your own pace, pick up souvenirs or relax as you prefer.

Overnight: Edinburgh | The Bonham
Room Type: Junior Suite (av 40 sqm)
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3 - Tuesday 9^th September - Royal Yacht Britannia & Foodie Leith

This morning a private driver will collect you from your hotel and take you to the neighbourhood of Leith. This area used to be a typical port area, but in recent years has regenerated and is now full of foodie interest and home to the Royal Yacht Britannia. This floating palace used to be enjoyed by Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh and is an opulent and fascinating exploration.

Afterwards you will be met by an engaging private guide for a foodie exploration of the local area. Discover the varied history and layers of flavours along the waterfront with some delectable treats. The afternoon is free for you to keep exploring or make your way back to your hotel to relax, the choice is yours.

Overnight: Edinburgh | The Bonham
Room Type: Junior Suite (av 40 sqm)
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 4 - Wednesday 10^th September - The Outer Hebrides

Fly to Outer Hebs. Meet Guide. Calanais Standing Stones.

NOTE – Flight from Edinburgh dep 7:10, arr 9:00 – From Glasgow has afternoon option dep 14:40, arr 15:40

Flights NOT included and are to be self-arranged.

Breakfast for the following 3 mornings would be provided in the form of a food hamper – travellers to prepare themselves in the apartment.

Overnight: Stornoway | Lews Castle - Self Catering
Room Type: Matheson (Deluxe 3-Bed Apartment)
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 5 - Thursday 11^th September - Harris

Exploring Harris – beaches, hiking, Tweed & Gin

Overnight: Stornoway | Lews Castle - Self Catering
Room Type: Matheson (Deluxe 3-Bed Apartment)
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 6 - Friday 12^th September - Lewis

Exploring Lewis, 2 hr boat trip – Blackhouses, Butt of Lewis hike

Overnight: Stornoway | Lews Castle - Self Catering
Room Type: Matheson (Deluxe 3-Bed Apartment)
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 7 - Saturday 13^th September - Ferry To Skye

Ferry to Skye – Tarbet to Uig (dep 12:10)

Overnight: Isle of Skye | Cuillin Hills Hotel
Room Type: Premier Deluxe Sea View Room
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 8 - Sunday 14^th September - Exploring Skye

SO many options!

Overnight: Isle of Skye | Cuillin Hills Hotel
Room Type: Premier Deluxe Sea View Room
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 9 - Monday 15^th September - Exploring Skye

Possibly Loch Coruisk? Longer drive but cool wee boat transfer and stunning hiking.

Overnight: Isle of Skye | Cuillin Hills Hotel
Room Type: Premier Deluxe Sea View Room
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 10 - Tuesday 16^th September - Skye to Inverness via Eilean Donan

Returning to the mainland this morning, by way of the graceful Skye bridge, it is not long before you see one of the prettiest castles in Scotland. Eilean Donan occupies an island at the confluence of three sea lochs and stands in defiance of the towering peaks surrounding it. Take your time here to explore and enjoy the iconic view before continuing onwards through mountain glens. There are options for a hike on route if you want, or enjoy a rest day and enjoy the views without the effort. Keep your eyes open for ‘Nessie’ as you pass the deep secretive waters of Loch Ness. Then continue to a warm welcome at your accommodation in The Black Isle north of  Inverness.

Overnight: By Dingwall | Newhall Mains
Room Type: Majestic Suite
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 11 - Wednesday 17^th September - Options - Aviemore Area OR Culloden/Black Isle

Options – Hike the Western Cairngorm (Reindeer?) OR Explore the Black Isle, Culloden & Cawdor Castle

Overnight: By Dingwall | Newhall Mains
Room Type: Majestic Suite
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 12 - Thursday 18^th September - Over The Snow Roads to Braemar

Today you transfer deep into the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. Your route takes you over the ‘snow roads’ and there are many options for scenic hikes on route. Your guide will discuss the best options to suit the day. Your destination is the Fife Arms Hotel, a fabulously unique and opulent experience created by acclaimed Hauser & Wirth. Here you will find many remarkable conversation pieces and an experience not to be forgotten.

Overnight: Braemar | The Fife Arms
Room Type: Victoriana Suite (approx 36 sqm)
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 13 - Friday 19^th September - Foodie Workshop & Explorations

Hopefully Foodie workshop OR Foraging walk (availability TBC)

– Also options for local hike & explorations with your guide

Or visit to local Highland Cow farm

Overnight: Braemar | The Fife Arms
Room Type: Victoriana Suite (approx 36 sqm)
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 14 - Saturday 20^th September - Hiking The Cairngorms

Cairngorms explorations – hiking – free afternoon

Overnight: Braemar | The Fife Arms
Room Type: Victoriana Suite (approx 36 sqm)
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 15 - Sunday 21^st September - Transfer To Edinburgh via Scone Palace

Transfer to Edinburgh. Option to visit on route eg. Scone Palace. Guide departs.

Overnight: Edinburgh | The Bonham
Room Type: Junior Suite (av 40 sqm)
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 16 - Monday 22^nd September - Depart

A private transfer will collect you from your accommodation and take you to Edinburgh Airport to make your onward connections. Waving farewell for now but taking with you special memories and wonderful stories of your explorations.

Meals Included: Breakfast