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Edinburgh Tattoo - Departs
4, 10, 11 and 17 Aug 2008
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The Edinburgh and
Military Tattoo is one of the finest shows on earth. Combine this
fantastic display with exploring the wonderful Scottish scenery. |
3 Day Break (10 and 17 August
2008)
Day 1: Travel from a local
joining point, arriving at our hotel this evening for a two night stay.
Dinner
Day 2: EDINBURGH and MILITARY TATTOO. Walk the Royal Mile, the
historically linked streets that run through the heart of Edinburgh's
Old Town. There is also a great choice of pubs, restaurants and tea
shops to try when you are not exploring. In the evening, we take our
seats for the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, first performed in 1950 as the
Army in Scotland's contribution to the Edinburgh International Festival.
Today, with its unique blend of music, ceremony, entertainment and
theatre, set against the amazing backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, it's one
of the world's greatest shows.
Breakfast
Day 3: GRETNA GREEN. On our return journey, we visit Gretna
Green, a wedding venue for eloping couples since 1745. The area is
steeped in romantic history of couples running away and being married
'over the anvil' by the blacksmith. In those days, one could not marry
in England and Wales before the age of 18 without parental consent. It
now has a veritable 'wedding industry' all of its own. Continue our
journey home. Breakfast
5 Day Break (4 and 11 August 2008)
Day 1: Travel by Silver
Service from a local joining point, arriving at your hotel this evening
for a 4 night stay. Dinner
Day 2: STIRLING and TROSSACHS. We travel through the hills,
mountains and lochs of The Trossachs to Stirling, the ancient capital of
Scotland. From the castle, the surrounding landscape is a wonder, and is
also known as 'Braveheart Country', made famous by Hollywood's
interpretation of the life of William Wallace, Scotland first freedom
fighter.
Breakfast and Dinner
Day 3: EDINBURGH and MILITARY TATTOO. Walk the Royal Mile, the
historically linked streets that run through the heart of Edinburgh's
Old Town. There is also a great choice of pubs, restaurants and tea
shops to try when you are not exploring. In the evening, we take our
seats for the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, first performed in 1950 as the
Army in Scotland's contribution to the Edinburgh International Festival.
Today, with its unique blend of music, ceremony, entertainment and
theatre, set against the amazing backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, it's one
of the world's greatest shows. Breakfast and Dinner
Day 4: LOCH LOMAND and INVERARAY. We see the 'bonnie banks' of
Loch Lomand, overlooked by the peak of Ben Lomond. We also visit the
beautiful town of Inverary on the shores of Loch Fyne. The former
'capital of Argyll', Inverary is one of the most delightful and unusual
small towns in Scotland. Breakfast and Dinner
Day 5: GRETNA GREEN. On our return journey, we visit Gretna
Green, a wedding venue for eloping couples since 1745. The area is
steeped in romantic history of couples running away and being married
'over the anvil' by the blacksmith. In those days, one could not marry
in England and Wales before the age of 18 without parental consent. It
now has a veritable 'wedding industry' all of its own. Continue our
journey home. Breakfast
Your Hotel
You will stay for either 2 or 4 nights in a 3* hotel such as the Ramada
Gourock or Best Western Ewington Hotel, Glasgow. All hotels have a lift,
restaurant and bar. Bedrooms have a TV, tea/coffee making facilities and
hairdryer. When demand is high, other hotels may be used.
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3 days from only
£215
5 days from only
£399
We are able to
offer 2 tour options with a 3 day or 5 day break to the beautiful
Scottish city of Edinburgh. Our 3 day tour includes:
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Travel by
executive coach
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2 nights
accommodation with Scottish breakfast
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One evening
meal
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Excursions and
visits: Edinburgh and the Military Tattoo with seated tickets
included, Gretna Green
Our 5 day tour
includes:
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Travel by
Silver Service luxury coach
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Porterage in
your hotel
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Smaller, more
personal group
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4 nights
accommodation with Scottish breakfast
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3 evening meals
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Excursions and
visits: Edinburgh and the Military Tattoo with seated
tickets, Stirling and the Trossach, Loch Lomond and Inverary,
Gretna Green
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