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Day 1 - Arrive Glasgow, Scotland
Arrive in Glasgow, where you are met and transferred to your
hotel. This evening, gather with fellow guests for cocktails and
a welcome dinner at the hotel.
Day 2 - Glasgow
Make an exclusive before-hours visit to the Kelvingrove
Art Gallery and Museum, home to one of Europe’s great
art collections. Next, explore the art of the bagpipes during
an interactive workshop at the National Piping Center. Eat
lunch at the Willow Tea Rooms, emblematic of the local Arts
and Crafts movement of the early 20th century. Enjoy the
rest of your day at leisure.
Day 3 - Inverary
Journey to Inverary Castle, passing Loch Lomond along the
way. Upon arrival, set out on a private guided walk through
this aristocratic residence for an exclusive A&K experience,
followed by lunch. Then, drive through the Highlands and
past Loch Tay to your hotel beside scenic Loch Rannoch.
Day 4 - Kinloch Rannoch
Ride Like a Local into the Highlands by 4x4 vehicle on a
wilderness safari, absorbing the scenic views of lakes, forests
and mountains, and keeping watch for native wildlife such
as red deer, mountain hares and golden eagles. Then, enjoy a
picnic lunch in this idyllic location, followed by free time to
relax, cast a fishing line, peruse local art galleries and craft
shops, or simply marvel at the natural grandeur surrounding
you.
Day 5 - Dundee & St. Andrews
Travel to Dundee to discover the V&A Dundee, a museum
showcasing the history of Scottish design, technology and
innovation. Enjoy time for lunch at your leisure, and then
proceed on a unique Chef ’s Table experience at the Scotch
whisky distillery at Lindores Abbey, called whisky’s spiritual
birthplace, where you indulge in a tasting. Continue to the
lovely coastal town of St. Andrews, site of the Open and
regarded as the home of golf. After an introduction to the
historic town, savor a Scenic Sundowner overlooking the
iconic Old Course, and then check in to your hotel set on the
famed links.
Day 6 - St. Andrews
Today, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities.
Bike to a Nature Reserve along a quiet path that leads to
Tentsmuir Forest and a lovely beach.
Savor a Tutored Gin Tasting and create your own
signature gin and tonic at a top local distillery.
Embark by Sea Kayak on an excursion along the craggy
local coastline, looking out for seals and other wildlife.
Relax during an afternoon and evening at leisure.
Day 7 - Edinburgh
Today, journey to Edinburgh, Scotland’s elegant capital.
Begin your visit with a tour of Holyrood Palace. Continue
up the Royal Mile to the historic Signet Library, where you
are invited to one of Edinburgh’s most substantial afternoon
teas, featuring savory side dishes and sweets that make for a
satisfying lunch. Afterward, explore Edinburgh Castle with
an expert local guide and take in the stunning views over the
city and beyond. Later, check in to your hotel for an evening
at leisure.
Day 8 - Edinburgh
Begin your day with a private, before-hours visit to the
Royal Yacht ‘Britannia,’ a proud vessel that served as a
floating home to the Royal Family for over 40 years. Enjoy a
panoramic overview of the local sights before returning to
your hotel for an afternoon at leisure. This evening, gather
for a farewell dinner at a fine local restaurant.
Day 9 - Depart Edinburgh
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departing
flight.