Benson Scottish Explorations

Day 1 - Friday 24^th January - 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 Rutland Hotel, Edinburgh
Room Type: Two Bedroom Apartment
Meals Included: None

Day 2 - Saturday 25^th January - Exploring 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 city from the Palace of Holyroodhouse all the way 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 explorations at your own pace, pick up souvenirs or relax as you prefer.

Overnight: Edinburgh | The Rutland Hotel, Edinburgh
Room Type: Two Bedroom Apartment
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3 - Sunday 26^th January - Exploring Edinburgh

Today is free to visit some of Edinburgh’s wonderful attractions independently; maybe venture underneath the streets into the dark tales, discover the Georgian opulence of the New Town or go aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia, once the floating palace of Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh.

Overnight: Edinburgh | The Rutland Hotel, Edinburgh
Room Type: Two Bedroom Apartment
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 4 - Monday 27^th January - North To Inverness By Train

Overnight: Inverness | Kingsmills Hotel
Room Type: 1 x Cocoon Twin & 1 x Cocoon Double
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 5 - Tuesday 28^th January - Meet Your Guide & Over The Sea To Skye

Overnight: Portree | The Bosville
Room Type: 1 x Standard Twin & 1 x Standard Double
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 6 - Wednesday 29^th January - Exploring Skye

Overnight: Portree | The Bosville
Room Type: 1 x Standard Twin & 1 x Standard Double
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 7 - Thursday 30^th January - Ferry To the Mainland, Arisaig

Overnight: Arisaig | The Arisaig Hotel
Room Type: 1 x Standard Twin & 1 x Standard Double
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 8 - Friday 31^st January - Ardnamurchan Peninsula & Ferry To Mull

Overnight: Mull | Pennygate Lodge Guesthouse & Restaurant
Room Type: 1 x Double & 1 x Twin (Staffa & Iona ideally)
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 9 - Saturday 1^st February - Exploring Mull

Overnight: Mull | Pennygate Lodge Guesthouse & Restaurant
Room Type: 1 x Double & 1 x Twin (Staffa & Iona ideally)
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 10 - Sunday 2^nd February - Isle of Iona

Overnight: Mull | Pennygate Lodge Guesthouse & Restaurant
Room Type: 1 x Double & 1 x Twin (Staffa & Iona ideally)
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 11 - Monday 3^rd February - Ferry To Oban, Visit Glencoe On Route to Fort William

Overnight: Fort William | Guisachan Guest House
Room Type: 1 x Standard Twin & 1 x Standard Double
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 12 - Tuesday 4^th February - Train to Glasgow (Route via Rannoch Moor)

Meals Included: Breakfast