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Day 1 - 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 legacy of great Scottish
architect, designer and artist, Charles Rennie Mackintosh
at the distinctive Mackintosh Queen’s Cross church. Eat
lunch at the Willow Tea Rooms, another Mackintosh design
emblematic of the local Arts and Crafts movement of the
early 20th century. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Day 3 - Inveraray
Journey to Inveraray 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 recently opened V&A
Dundee, a museum that showcases 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
This morning, explore your way with a choice of activities. Bike to a Nature Reserve, meandering through St. Andrews links on surfaced tracks and along the shores of a lovely estuary, savor a private tour and tasting at a local gin distillery, or walk St. Andrews’ Old Course, guided by a former caddy, to learn the secrets of the “Grand Old Lady” of golf. 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. Later, a farewell
dinner at a local restaurant is a prelude to the precision and
pageantry of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a stirring
display of martial music and military-style maneuvers that
has taken place for over 70 years. Sit back in your premium
grandstand seat and watch magnificent performances that
symbolize Scottish culture and history and their influence
around the world.
Day 9 - Edinburgh
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departing
flight.