The Enchanted Forest
5 days
Set amidst the magical Autumn woodland of Faskally Wood in Highland Perthshire, The Enchanted Forest has been captivating audiences for 18 years with its pioneering sound and light shows.
World renowned, our multi-award winning event has clocked up many accolades including the UK’s Best Cultural Event, Best Outdoor Festival and Scotland’s Best Large Event.
Immersing our guests in a unique and magical experience, you can be sure of a friendly welcome and an inspirational night out in the woods.
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
Day 1
Today we set off from our departure point and head off to our hotel The Mercure Perth.
On arrival you will have time to settle into your room before the evening meal is served.
Day 2
After breakfast in our hotel we will be spending the morning at Branklyn Gardens – a National Trust Scotland enchanted hillside garden with an impressive collection of rare and unusual plants. Entrance fee is included.
In the afternoon we will visit Scone Palace – one of the region’s top attractions where, in addition to a palace visit, there is the chance to enjoy homemade scones in the decadence of the Murray Suite or afternoon tea in the more casual setting of the Old Kitchen. This place was the capital of the Picts for fifteen hundred years and later the crowning place of the Kings of Scots including Macbeth and Robert The Bruce.
Afternoon tea is included in the price
Day 3
PitlochryPitlochry
After breakfast we visit Blair Castle
The Blair Atholl Estate overlooks Pitlochry below. The castle has a fascinating Scottish history, ancient seat to the Dukes and Earls of Atholl with Europe’s last remaining private army – the Atholl Highlanders. Inside you’ll find a Victorian ballroom decked with 175 pairs of antlers and entrance hall featuring weapons from the Battle of Culloden.
In the afternoon we take a visit to Dewar Aberfeldy Distillery – tour & tasting of America’s top selling Scotch Whisky, with unique heritage centre onsite. Entry to the distillery included
In the evening we visit The Enchanted Forest – As darkness falls this wonderful sound and light show erupts before your eyes as you wander through the natural forested backdrop of Faskally Woods. Entrance is included
Day 4
Discovery Point & V&A MuseumDiscovery Point & V&A Museum
After breakfast we visit the Discovery Point – step aboard the royal research ship that took Scott and Shackleton on the first expedition to Antarctica. In the afternoon we take a visit to the V&A Museum an international centre of design presenting the brilliance of Scottish creativity and designs from around the world, a relative new-comer to the world of UK design and first of its kind outside London. Entrance to these attractions are included |
Day 5
After breakfast we will load up the coach and set off for our journey home taking in the beautiful scenery as we go.
Look whats included
Included in this tour:
- Return Coach Travel
- Accommodation as Specified
- Branklyn Gardens & Scone Palace with afternoon Tea
- Blair Castle
- Tour Tasting at Aberfeldy Museum
- Entry to the Enchanted Forest
- Entrance to Discovery point and V&A Museum
Hotel
Mecure PerthOne of the most unique hotels in
, set in a 15th century watermill, where you can still watch the water trickling through the original water wheel from the garden, reception area and Lounge Bar. Free high-speed internet is available throughout the hotelA private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, hairdryer, trouser press and direct dial telephones are included in each room, as well as tea and coffee making facilities.
Nearby you'll find Scone Palace, Branklyn Gardens and the Glenturret Distillery. The Perth Leisure Pool and Dewars ice rink are also close by. The Perth Museum & Art Gallery and the Caithness Glass Visitor Centre
Prices
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