Luxury Castle Tour


	After a brief start in Edinburgh you will stay in some of the most exclusive castles on the British Isles, beginning with the stately Kinnaird Estate in Perthshire. From there you will head north to a 17th century castle near Loch Ness, then complete the tour at the incomparable Inverlochy Castle near Forth William. The Scottish Castle Tour is ideal for those seeking unique luxury accommodations in unforgettable surroundings.				9 days USD 2,519.00¹ EUR 1,850.00 Recommended travel period: March – October

1st day: Edinburgh

		You arrive at the airport in Edinburgh.

		Transfer to your hotel Take a taxi or public transportation to the city.

A boutique hotel in downtown Edinburgh

Accommodation: A boutique hotel in downtown Edinburgh
Drumsheugh Gardens is a quiet section of Edinburgh's West End only a 10 minutes' walk from Princess Street. This small hotel with 48 individually decorated rooms was named the "Boutique Hotel of the Year" in 2005 and was awarded the "Scottish Hotel Bedroom Design" prize in 2006. The rooms represent an attractive synthesis of elegance, spaciousness and contemporary design. The property also houses an acclaimed restaurant and an art gallery featuring the works of local artists. Free parking is available.

2 nights
Bed & Breakfast

		Edinburgh more info »

3rd day: Perth

		Rental car pick-up Type: Vauxhall Astra 1.6 or similar Pick-up location: Edinburgh, Downtown		Duration of rental: 7 days

		Perth Distance: 60 miles Travel time: 1:30 h more ... You will reach Perthshire via the Forth Bridge and pass the county capital of Perth.

Accommodation: Kinloch House
The stately mansion sits among meadows and woodlands in the rolling hills of Perthshire. The property has been an esteemed Relais-et-Chateaux hotel since 1840. The historical atmosphere has been preserved despite modernization. Portraits of the owner's ancestors line the oak-panelled entrance hall. The 18 individually decorated bedrooms contain many pieces of original furniture.

The house is surrounded by a lush English garden bordered by a paddock. Dinner prepared by chef Andy May is an experience that will help dispel any rumours about UK cuisine. Possible activities include golfing, swimming in the hotel pool, hunting, fishing and relaxing in the sauna.

2 nights
Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

		Perth more info »

5th day: Loch Ness

		Through the Grampian Mountains Distance: 125 miles Travel time: 2:30 h more ... The highlight of the scenic drive through the Grampian Mountains is Blair Castle, one of the most striking castles on the island. A Whisky Trail was created in the region to connect the numerous malt whisky distilleries.

On the shores of Beauly Firth: A castle near Inverness

Accommodation: A castle in Beauly Firth
The magnificent estate is located near Inverness on the shores of Beauly Firth and offers breathtaking views of Ben Wyvis and the Black Isle. The mansion completed in 1621 by the eighth Lord Lovat for his wife Lady Jane is surrounded by 20 acres of landscaped gardens that are home to red squirrels, roe deer, owls, buzzards and other animals. The award-winning restaurant of Chef Walter Walker is considered one of the best in Scotland. Many of the fresh ingredients used are grown in the hotel's own gardens. The heart and oldest part of the house is the wood-panelled drawing room, where log fires burn on cold days. In the cocktail bar guests can relax with a malt whisky in front of the log fire and enjoy the views of the gardens.

2 nights
Bed & Breakfast

		Loch Ness more info »

7th day: Fort William

		Through the Great Glen Fault Distance: 80 miles Travel time: 1:30 h more ... You will travel through the fascinating Great Glen Fault, which bisects Scotland from north to south. To the right lie the remote Highlands of Wester Ross, and to the left the Grampian Mountains.

"Never saw a lovelier spot": Inverlochy Castle

Accommodation: Inverlochy Castle
Nestled in the foothills of the mighty Ben Nevis, Inverlochy Castle sits amid some of Scotland's finest scenery. Inverlochy was built in 1863 by the first Lord Abinger near the site of the original 13th century fortress. In September 1873 during a trip to Balmoral, Queen Victoria spent a week at Inverlochy sketching and painting. In her diary she wrote, 'I never saw a lovelier or more romantic spot'. Inverlochy had been a private residence for over a hundred years until 1969 when it was converted from a family home into Scotland's finest country house hotel. Boat rides or mountain bike excursions are arranged upon request. The small Highlands town of Fort William is only three miles away.

2 nights
Bed & Breakfast

		Fort William more info »

9th day: Edinburgh

		Fjords, mountains, valleys Distance: 200 miles Travel time: 4:30 h more ... If time allows you should take a detour via Oban and the Argyll highlands north of Glasgow. You will travel along narrow roads with staggering views of fjords, islands and the sea. The route then leads around Loch Lomond, one of the most beautiful lakes in Scotland, to Glasgow and continues across the lowlands to Edinburgh.

		Rental car drop-off Drop-off location: Edinburgh, Airport

		Departure

Rental car: AVIS (United Kingdom)

Vauxhall Astra 1.6 or similar

Type: Vauxhall Astra 1.6 or similar (Group G)

Equipment: Air-conditioning, Radio/CD

max excess: UKL 800.

Cost of this tour

The price is per person based on two persons sharing a double room and includes accommodations (meals included as stated above) and rental car.

USD 2,519.00¹
EUR 1,850.00

Should you want to revise this itinerary, we can change any of the following items: the route, the number of persons travelling, the time schedule, the standard of accommodation and the type of vehicle, according to your wishes.

The tour can begin on any date desired.
Recommended travel period: March – October

Upon booking this tour you will receive:

the names, addresses and telephone numbers

for each accommodation

detailed directions to each accommodation

vouchers

If you have any questions, would like to request changes or book this tour, please call your personal consultant Dr. Jerry Crippen on +49 (0)2268 9098-21 or submit an enquiry via the Internet:

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