Scotland's Captivating Heartland
- Duration: 5 days
- Board Basis: Half Board
- Tour Ref: D2TBAR8843
Holiday Summary
- Travel Type: Coach
5 days
5 Days | Stirling
NEW TOUR!
INCLUDES BROOMHALL HOUSE WITH A FAMILY MEMBER, DRUMMOND CASTLE GARDENS, LINDORES ABBEY DISTILLERY & A WARSHIP!
Stirling is a fabulous city and we stay in a fabulous 4-star hotel with full leisure facilities! Whilst here we enjoy a spirited journey through Scotland’s captivating heartland. Broomhall House is one of Scotland’s Grandest homes, we visit the Spiritual Home of Scotch Whisky, and enjoy a guided tour of one of Europe’s most impressive gardens! Finally, we visit one of the oldest British-built warships still afloat in the UNESCO city of Dundee.
Photo: Drummond Castle © Flickr Jeff Hitchcock
PLEASE NOTE: Price is per person and based on two people sharing a twin/double room. Single room supplements and upgrades are not included.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Monday We head north and over the border to our 4-star hotel in Stirling where we are met with a hot drink with biscuits.Tours at Resort
A | To Broomhall House which opens its doors by invitation only and we have a sumptuously engrossing tour of this private family home! We go behind closed doors on this exclusively eccentric tour led by a family member, uncovering the internationally important collection of fine arts and artefacts to be found in the regal high-ceilinged rooms. We also cross the Forth on one of its famous bridges to visit Edinburgh.
B | Our guided tour of Drummond Castle Gardens transport us to a world of natural beauty, serene tranquility and captivating vistas. Its meticulously manicured lawns, vibrant flower beds, and timeless elegance are a testament to centuries of landscape design. Queen Victoria remarked that the gardens were ‘really very fine’ during a visit in 1842! Our day includes a circular route that takes in a drive through the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, including views of two lochs, and a stop in the attractive town of Crieff.
C | Located in the UNESCO city of Dundee, a magnificent ship stands as a testament to naval craftsmanship and maritime heritage. HMS Unicorn holds a significant and captivating place in naval history and a visit uncovers the ship’s 200-year story from Georgian Navy to her use in the Second World War. Following free time in Dundee we visit the site of the first recorded whisky distillery in Scotland, revived after 523 years as Lindores Abbey in 2017, with their first ‘drams’ released in 2021. We have a tour and tasting!
Friday We return home.
Hotel Information
The Stirling Highland Hotel
4-star hotel in a charming Victorian building providing a perfect base for exploring the city.
LIFT (PLEASE REQUEST) | BAR | WIFI | POOL | SAUNA | GYM | STEAM ROOM | FREEVIEW TV
stirlinghighlandhotel.co.uk
Holiday Inclusions
Price Includes:
- Return coach travel
- Home pickup & drop off service (see here for details.)
- Tours as indicated (Inc. Broomhall, Lindores, Drummond and HMS Unicorn)
- Hotel accommodation of bed, breakfast and evening meal
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