Monday 8th April – Monday 15th April 2024
This morning, take the train and meet your expert guide in York, one of England’s most beautiful historic cities. Ribbon your way through the snickelways on your private walking tour, admiring the stunning medieval architecture and magnificent Georgian townhouses. Hear fascinating tales about the past inhabitants from your guide as you stroll down Shambles Street, considered one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval shopping streets, and admire the breathtaking stained glass windows of York Minster Cathedral. This afternoon, delve deeper into one of the world’s most magnificent cathedrals and explore the magnificent gothic architecture, stunning stained glass windows and brave the tower for panoramic views at Yorks highest point.
Overnight: York
Meals Included: Lunch
This morning visit Newby Hall, one of Britains fine 18th Century Adam Houses for a private pre-opening tour where you’ll experience the splendour of living in a stately home. Afterwards, immerse yourselves in the herbaceous 25 acre gardens and savour the peaceful surroundings together.
In the afternoon, stand on the incredible excavation site of Vikings and learn about the fascinating legacies left by the Vikings during the 10th Century. Continue your historical journey at the British Railway Museum, home of iconic locomotives, and marvel at the collection of engineering brilliance. End the day with tea at the famous Betty’s Tea Room and admire the Queen Mary ocean liner inspired interior whilst you sip on British speciality tea’s.
Overnight: York
After breakfast your guide will meet you and transfer you North as you embark on your Scottish explorations to Edinburgh. Along the way stop to explore Durham Castle, a World Heritage Site occupied since the 11th Century. Built on the order of William the Conqueror, experience the history and tales of how this became a palace to showcase the wealth of Prince-Bishops and is now home to a Durham University college. As you journey closer to the border, stretch your legs at Chesters Roman Fort. Enjoy a picnic lunch as you admire this fine view of Hadrian’s Wall. Onwards to Edinburgh to arrive at the grand Balmoral hotel, this evening, relax and settle into before your Scottish Adventures begin!
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals Included: Lunch
After breakfast, meet your private guide in the foyer of your hotel and head out for a day spent exploring the beautiful cobblestone streets of the city. Full of history, the capital is very accessible by foot. Wander up the Royal Mile, stopping to visit the architecturally stunning St Giles Cathedral. Pick up a coffee and a pastry from one of the wee artisan shops before enjoying a private tour of Kings Close, one of Edinburgh’s hidden streets. the tour will take you on a stroll through the underground alleyways, where you’ll get to know the everyday lives of the people who once called these streets home. After some lunch, enjoy a private tour of Edinburgh Castle, learn the gory and fascinating past of the city and it’s iconic castle. This evening enjoy dinner at the Witchery, one of Edinburgh’s most famous and historic restaurants.
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals Included: Lunch
This morning you will spend a few hours exploring the National Gallery of Scotland with your guide followed by some lunch at one of Edinburgh’s many excellent restaurants. Your next stop is Stirling, a small city packed full of Scottish history. Take a tour of Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle which is steeped in royal tales. Final stop on your tour of Stirling, visit the site of the Battle of Bannockburn to walk in the footsteps of Robert the Bruce. After a full day of exploration, head back to the city for dinner and a restful evening.
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals Included: Lunch
Today your guide will take your on a journey to the the city of Glasgow, you will be lead on a fascinating walking tour of some of the key highlights of ‘Scotland’s friendliest city’. Discover layers of history in the Cathedral and maze of the Necropolis, as well as varied and elegant architecture at every turn. Keep your eyes open for the vibrant street art too, it’s a flourishing and ever-changing theme of this bustling city. On the way back to Edinburgh, you will stop in Falkirk, the home of The Kelpies – the largest equine sculptures in the world.
This evening you will step on board the Royal Yacht Britannia for a private champagne reception and a tour which will give you a unique insight into the history of the Royal Yacht and how the Royal Family and crew lived and worked on board.
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals Included: Lunch
After a busy few days of exploring, this morning is your time to immerse yourselves in the winding cobbled streets or relax in the hotel. If you still have the urge to learn more about Edinburgh’s history, you can request a morning with your guide at Holyrood Palace as well as a bit of shopping for souvenirs. Later in the afternoon, you will journey to Crieff, where you will visit the oldest working whisky distillery in Scotland, Glenturret. Not only will you have a private tour of the distillery, you can also sit down to dinner in their 2 Michelin starred restaurant overlooking the tumbling waters of river Turret. Celebrating your adventures together with one of the finest Scottish culinary experiences on your final evening in Scotland.
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals Included: Lunch
A private transfer will collect you from your accommodation and take you to the airport to make your onward connections. Waving farewell to the UK for now but taking with you special memories and wonderful stories of your explorations.
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Monday 8th April – Monday 15th April 2024