Day 1: Arrive in Edinburgh Arrival into Edinburgh, pick-up from the airport and private chauffeur to the centrally located hotel via a whistle-stop tour of some of the most famous sights of Scotland’s capital. Day 2: Edinburgh sightseeing & Whisky tasting A day of numerous possibilities for exploration – the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace are all within walking distance of the hotel. Events culminate in a unique evening food & whisky pairing ‘Tasting Tales’ at the Scotch Whisky Experience. Day 3: St Andrews - Hawk Walk experience Travel north to the home of golf, St Andrews, taking the time along the coastal route to sample some of the old and picturesque fishing villages of the Kingdom of Fife along with a visit to some of Lorimer’s house designs. Take lunch in Anstruther, arguably home to Scotland’s best and freshest fish and chips. Arrival at the Fairmont St Andrews includes the exciting ‘Hawk Walk Experience’ – a woodland walk whilst witnessing a bird of prey in action. Day 4: Braemar - V&A Museum Enjoy a bracing morning stroll along the West Sands beach, location of the infamous Chariots of Fire. Leave St Andrews to travel north over the Tay Bridge into Dundee (hopefully seeing seals on the silvery sandbanks) to visit Kengo Kuma’s unmissable and striking piece of modern architecture, home to the V&A museum. The road North to Braemar takes in the Cairnwell pass in Glenshee – a popular area for winter ski-ing and summer hiking. Arrival at Braemar later for our first taste of the Scottish Highlands and the Cairngorms National Park. Day 5: Speyside - Distilleries A glorious day in Speyside awaits. Join our knowledgeable tour guide to visit our pick of the most interesting distilleries in the region. After lunch take your time to soak in the majestic views from the top of the Cairngorm Funicular Railway, before taking a hike in the historic Rothiemurchus estate. Make your way north to Inverness as the day comes to a close. Day 6: Black Isle - Charming villages Just north of Inverness the Black Isle is a peninsular surrounded on three sides by water. Complete with charming villages and local crafts, it is a fabulous snapshot of Scotland’s rich creativity in beautiful surroundings. Resident bottle-nosed dolphins can often be seen from Chanonry Point, and there is an RSPB reserve at Fairy Glen. For beer lovers, the Black Isle Brewery offers a range of traditionally Scottish organic craft beers. Day 7: Loch Ness - Monster hunting Turning South-West, the route out of Inverness takes in Scotland’s arguably most notorious activity – hunting for a sighting of Nessie from the misty banks of Loch Ness. Our tour includes a private boat chartered from a private jetty for a relaxing cruise with drinks, before afternoon tea at the Loch Ness Country House. Make sure the journey onwards to Benderloch includes a stop at Glen Coe and some smoked salmon sampling at Loch Awe. Day 8: Isle of Mull - Spectacular wildlife Belt yourself in for an unforgettable day trip to sea – visiting the island of Mull, home to many rare species of spectacular wildlife such as white-tailed sea eagles, puffins and dolphins. The trip can be altered according to your desires and the weather – touring the islands of Iona and Staffa for example. Enjoy a decadent Afternoon Tea (or Afternoon Cheese) close to the banks of the River Ness Listen to the fascinating Whisky Tales during a unique Whisky & Food pairing at the Scotch Whisky Experience Take part in a Hawk Walk Experience at Fairmont Hotel Relax on a full-day Private Charter Adventure Cruise from Oban Enjoy a breath-taking flight on one of Loch Lomond’s float planes Experience some of Scotland’s most luxurious hotels Day 9: Loch Lomond - Glasgow Travelling south to the bustling modernity of Glasgow, the road takes you through the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park and along the banks of the famous Loch itself. Before lunch at Luss, enjoy a breath-taking flight on one of Loch Lomond’s float planes. An afternoon spent in Glasgow could be great for shopping, sampling some of it’s finest pubs or setting foot in memorable museums and galleries. Day 10: Departure After one last traditional Scottish breakfast, it’s time to return home from Glasgow Airport. Full Itinerary A 9-night bespoke stay encompassing all the diversity and character of Scotland’s most renowned regions and attractions, whilst enjoying high comfort in some of its finest hotels. Scotland has been delivering unforgettable experiences for many generations. Our self-drive tour is ideal for all age groups, taking in a mixture of breath-taking landscapes, memorable moments, and rich heritage. Cram-packed with activities, there is also ample time for exploration and relaxation. This is the perfect itinerary to enjoy Scotland’s diverse cities, countryside, culture and history. Highlights Itinerary Day 1 Arrive in Edinburgh Day 2 Edinburgh - Whisky tasting Day 3 St Andrews - Hawk Walk experience Day 4 Braemar - V&A Museum Day 5 Speyside - Distilleries Day 6 Black Isle - Charming villages Day 7 Loch Ness - Monster hunting Day 8 Isle of Mull - Spectacular wildlife Day 9 Loch Lomond - Glasgow Day 10 Departure JacTravel offers touring packages to meet all budgets and interests. The above itinerary could comfortably be proposed with alternative accommodation and transportation solutions, or indeed in turn supplemented for example by the hire of a classic car, a private chauffeur or fine dining. All of our tours include a dedicated customer care service to assist with any enquiries. 5* Balmoral Hotel, Edinburgh: The Balmoral is a love letter to Scotland. Looking up to Edinburgh Castle, savour Michelin-starred dining, French-Scottish bistro fare, award-winning afternoon tea and a serene urban spa at the city’s most majestic spot. Fairmont, St Andrews: This resort encapsulates luxury, elegance and truly breath-taking surroundings. A unique and special venue, with its lavish and stunning surroundings, peaceful setting and stunning cliff top views of St Andrews and the North Sea. 5* Fife Arms, Braemar: A celebration of Scottish culture, history and world class contemporary art. Restored by world class gallerists Hauser & Wirth, the hotel boasts an art collection of over 14,000 pieces, including a Picasso and Lucian Freud. A truly original hotel in an area favoured and made popular by Queen Victoria. 5* Rocpool Reserve, Inverness: This discreet exclusive, modern and elegant boutique hotel, bar and restaurant offers 5 star luxury in the heart of Inverness. This beautifully renovated Georgian manson house has stunning views over the River Ness and is only a few minutes walk from Inverness Castle and city centre. 5* Isle of Eriska hotel, near Oban: Unimaginably beautiful hotel and spa resort on a private island. Mountains, islands, lochs, inlets, wilderness - the view from Eriska has it all. Cuisine is a focus at Eriska, which has its own salmon smokery and kitchen garden; the chefs can often be seen roaming the island foraging for local wild ingredients. 4* Hotel du Vin, Glasgow: This stunning, luxurious boutique hotel is set in a tree-lined Victorian terrace in the fashionable West End where you'll find an array of museums and fabulous shopping. With an enviable reputation for service and style this is the perfect getaway in this city of culture. A specialist brand. Contact Us For more information on working with us, please contact fit@jactravel.com Modern Slavery Act Statement Terms & Conditions JacTravel is a specialist brand of , the fastest growing and second largest bedbank in the world. For more information about webBeds, visit www.webbeds.com Unique Scotland