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Meet your Tour Director and check into hotel
Welcome meeting and orientation
Free time to explore Dundee
Dinner
Best known as the Home of Golf, St. Andrews was also once the religious capital of Scotland. It sits on a plateau of sandstone rock about 50 feet high and ends in steep cliffs to the north. Visit the ruins of the once-huge cathedral and dramatic castle. Stroll the campus of St. Andrews University, Scotland's oldest university, which was founded in 1411. See where Patrick Hamilton was burned at the stake outside one of the colleges in 1528—legend has it that the image of a face on the opposite wall appeared as he died. As for golf, the renowned Old Course claims to date back to the 15th century.
British Golf Museum visit
Lunch
Round of golf
Dinner
Round of golf
Lunch
Glamis Castle visit
Free time to explore Dundee
Dinner on own
Edinburgh Castle, the historical and emotional heart of the city, is just one of the many sights you will see on this tour, led by a licensed professional guide. Make your way along the Royal Mile, the main thoroughfare of the 16th and 17th centuries. It's actually one mile and 107 yards long, from Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyrood House! As you make your way along cobbled streets, you'll see a handful of the several thousand buildings officially protected in Edinburgh because of their architectural or historic importance. The 200-foot spire of the Sir Walter Scott Monument soars above the East Princes Street Gardens. Grand figures from Scottish history adorn its heights, but make sure you also look down--the figure below the marble statue is Scott's favorite dog, Maida.
Edinburgh Castle visitPerched high on a volcanic rock, Edinburgh Castle makes for an imposing and impressive sight. Explore this medieval castle, learn about its significance in Scottish history and appreciate its magnificent panoramic views of the city below.
The medieval town of Stirling grew around one of Scotland's most important fortresses and the Old Town is still surrounded by its original 16th century walls. The town served as the backdrop for one of William Wallace's 13th century battles and continued to be of strategic importance in the Jacobite uprisings. Tour Stirling Castle, which dates from the Middle Ages and was an important seat of two kings: James IV and James V. View the Museum of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, presenting an excellent exhibit of colors, pipe banners, and regimental silver. From the castle, there is a wonderful view of the Wallace Monument.
Friendly golf match
Dinner
Round of golf
Lunch
Perth evening excursion
Dinner on own
Free time to explore Perth
Friendly golf match
Dinner
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