Edinburgh and Highland Explorer Isle of Skye Escorted Tour

Tour Highlights:
Scotland at its breathtaking best. Visit the dramatic mountain scenery of Assynt and experience the remote white sandy
beaches of the Northern Highlands, walk through the ancient pine forests of the Cairngorm National Park and soak up the
romantic beauty of the Isle of Skye. Further highlights include Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness, Glencoe and Scotland's
highest road out to the remote village of Applecross, giving you a tour unrivalled for the best views of Scotlandk

Prices & Dates : Below
Based on per person traveling in twin room, Prices are subject to change

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

  • Roundtrip air from New York to Edinburgh
  • 3-night hotel accommodations in Edinburgh (2-Pre, 1-Post)
  • 2-night B&B or hotel accommodations in Inverness during Escorted Tour
  • 2-night B&B or hotel accommodations in Portree (Isle of Skye) during Escorted Tour
  • Escorted sightseeing by luxury coach throughout
  • Breakfast as noted on itinerary
  • Discount Card - money off restaurants, shopping and attractions

Please Note:
Hotels in itinerary might be replaced with similar hotels if original hotel is sold out on the dates of your requested tour.


Pricing excludes

  • Airport taxes and fees
  • Transfers from airport/ hotel/ airport
  • Meals not speciically identified
  • Other personal expenses

 

DAILY ITINERARY

Day 1: Depart USA overnight flight.

Day 2: Edinburgh UTouch down at Edinburgh International Airport and transfer to your hotel (own account). Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring, shopping, or take an optional afternoon tour (own account). Accommodation: Edinburgh Hotel (B)

Day 3: Edinburgh Spend the day exploring Edinburgh on your own. Accommodation: Edinburgh Hotel. (B)

Day 4: Edinburgh - Inverness : Start your Escorted Tour After breakfast make your way to the Rabbie`s Trailburner Offices at 207 High Street by 8:45am to start your escorted tour at 9:00am sharp. You will meet your driver/guide and will receive all necessary documents for your escorted tour. So Day 1 of your escorted tour takes you north to Dunkeld, on the banks of the River Tay, before exploring the grandeur of Cairngorm National Park and its ancient pine forests. Following the afternoon here your tour will take you onto the back-roads overlooking mysterious Loch Ness before staying in Inverness, your base for 2 nights. Accommodation: Inverness B&B or Hotel. (B)

Day 5: Inverness Today we take you into the far northern wilderness of Assynt, including visiting the Corrieshalloch Gorge and Ullapool. In the afternoon you will visit the 15th century ruins of Ardvreck Castle,the stunning white sand beach at Achmelvich Bay, and the traditional fishing village of Lochinver. Accommodation: Inverness B&B or Hotel . (B)

Day 6: Portree (Isle of Skye) After breakfast we head west to the dramatic nature reserve of Torridon, and along the wild coastline to the remote community of Applecross, before travelling along Britain's highest road to the “tropical” palm tree lined village of Plockton. Then it's over the sea to Skye, where your base is the picturesque harbour town of Portee for 2 nights. Accommodation: Edinburgh Hotel. (B)

Day 7: Portree (Isle of Skye) A flexible day exploring Skye with options to visit the wild north of the island, the Old Man of Storr, the mountain pass of the Quiraing, Skye's most westerly point at Neist or the Talisker Distillery. Accommodation: Edinburgh Hotel. (B)

Day 8 Portree ( Isle of Skye) to Edinburgh: End of Escorted Tour We return to the mainland to visit Eilean Donan Castle (set of “Highlander”), before travelling through the rugged scenery of the 5 Sisters of Kintail and Ben Nevis. Your afternoon highlight will be the wilderness of Glencoe before returning to Edinburgh. Accommodation: Edinburgh Hotel. (B)

Day 9: Edinburgh - USA Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport (own account) for your flight home.

Escorted Tour Details:
Escorted Tour Departs: Saturdays
Departure time: 9:00am from 207 High St, Edinburgh
Return time: 7:00pm to Waverley Bridge opposite Waverley Train Station

Services includes:
Transportation by top of the range 16 seat Mercedes minicoach for a more personal experience.
Services of a professional Rabbie's driver/guide
Breakfast
Discount Card - money off restaurants, shopping and attractions

 

Rates & Departures (2012)
 
       Departs 
         
  LAND & AIR
   Twin
March 07
$1,499*
March 14
$1,499*
March 21
$1,499*
March 28
$1,499*
April 04
$1,549*
April 11
$1,549*
April 18
$1,549*
April 25
$1,599*
April 29
$1,549*
May 02
$1,599*
May 09
$1,599*
May 13
$1,599*
May 16
$1,599*
May 23
$1,599*
May 27
$2,099
May 30
$1,599*
June 03
$1,899*
June 06
$1,599*
June 10
$1,699*
June 13
$1,699*
June 17
$1,949*
June 20
$1,799*
June 24
$2,099*
June 27
$1,949*
July 01
$2,149*
July 04
$2,049*
July 08
$2,049*
July 11
$2,049*
July 15
$2,099*
July 18
$2,049*
July 22
$2,099*
July 25
$2,099*
July 29
$2,199*
August 01
$2,199*
August 05
$2,299*
August 08
$2,199*
August 12
$2,249*
August 15
$2,049*
August 19
$2,099*
August 22
$2,049*
August 26
$1,749*

August 29
$1,799*
September 02
$1,649*
September 05
$1,599*
September 09
$1,649*
September 12
$1,599*
September 16
$1,649*
September 19
$1,649*
September 23
$1,649*
September 26
$1,649*
October 03
$1,649*
October 10
$1,649*
October 17
$1,649*
 
Prices are per person in a twin room.  Please call for single supplement.
*Air inclusive package prices do not include US and foreign government airport taxes and fees up to $240, depending on the airfare. These taxes and fees include (a) a federal excise tax of $3.70 per U.S. domestic flight segment, defined as one takeoff and landing, of a passenger's itinerary; (b) up to $18 per round trip in local Airport Passenger Facility Charges of up to $18; and (c) September 11th Security Fee of $2.50 per enplanement originating at a U.S. airport (up to $10 per person).
Airline-imposed baggage fees may apply and be due at the airport; please consult your airline prior to departure for the latest fees. 

Land tours commence in Ireland one day later than departure date shown.
Airfare available from most cities.

 

Notes
Space is limited and your desired travel dates may not be available if you wait, so book early to avoid disappointment. We highly recommend 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates and/or accommodations.
It is the sole responsibility of each passenger to obtain the necessary documents for travel, not excluding passports and visas. A valid passport is normally the only requirement for U.S. citizens. Visa requirements do change without notice and vary by nationality. Please check with the consulate office of the destination country as to visa requirements.
Restrictions
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy and a 70-day advance purchase. Purchases within 70 days will incur additional shipping and handling fees. Travel is valid for these dates only. This is a nonrefundable, non-changeable purchase. Certain other restrictions may apply, and offer is subject to change without notice. No request will be processed until full payment is received.
Airport/Hotel Transfers: Unless specified above in the inclusions, transportation between the airport and hotels are not included. Travellers must make their own way to/from hotels via taxi or public transportation.
 

 

Disclaimer:
Demfer Travels will accept Credit Card payment for the Land or Cruise only portion of travel. Payment for the Air portion of travel is by check made out to Demfer Travels USA LLC.