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Edinburgh city walkThe capital of Scotland, Edinburgh has steep streets and stone buildings zigzagging up hills and down into small valleys, and the brooding Edinburgh Castle looms over the whole thing. Follow your Tour Director for an orientation along the Royal Mile which is located at the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town and stretches from Holyrood Palace to the Edinburgh Castle.
Royal Mile (Old Town)Walk the Royal Mile, one of the most famous and scenic city walks in Europe.
Royal Mile (Old Town), Georgian New Town, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Sir Walter Scott Monument
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.
LEAP Scottish StepsLearn the art of Scottish dancing at a social gathering, or Ceilidh, (pronounced “Kay-lay”). Dance to live music as an instructor shows you some traditional steps.
Scottish Steps dance class
Learn the art of Scottish dancing at a social gathering, or Ceilidh, (pronounced “Kay-lay”). Dance to live music as an instructor shows you some traditional steps.
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.
Ghosts and Ghouls Night Walking TourStunning Edinburgh hides a horrific past. Witch burnings. Plague. Murder. Ghosts. Everyone in Scotland has a ghost story to tell. Hear a handful on this guided tour through some of Edinburgh's most infamous spots. Be prepared to be spooked by tales of the ghouls and apparitions that are said to haunt this old city still.
Travel to Inverness via St. Andrews and enjoy a Tour Director-led sightseeing tour of St. Andrews.
Visit the Culloden Battlefield Visitor Center, commemorating when on April 16, 1746 the Jacobite army under Bonnie Prince Charlie was slaughtered here by Government troops led by "Butcher Cumberland," George II's younger son, finally ending the hopes of the Stuart restoration to the British throne. At the visitor center we will follow the audio-visual program and exhibition area explaining the battle.
Loch Ness boat cruiseVisit Loch Ness and travel to Fort WilliamTravel to Glasgow and visit the Eilean Donan Castle.
DinnerBoard your flight home or extend your stay with a visit to London.
Not ready to go home just yet? Spend two extra days in London. Travel back to the spots you enjoyed most or explore a new part of the city.
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