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GLASGOW Welcome dinner; orientation drive; farewell dinner DOUNE CASTLE Explore the 14th-century stronghold ROYAL BURGH OF CULROSS Guided tour of the 17th-century village EDINBURGH Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace ABBOTSFORD Guided tour of Sir Walter Scottโs house MELROSE Visit the abbey ST. ANDREWS Visit the home of golf INVERNESS Visit the Highland capital CLAVA CAIRNS Visit the sacred prehistoric site CULLODEN MOOR Visit the battle siteโs visitor center BRODIE Visit the castle GLENMORANGIE Guided tour of the whisky distillery DUNROBIN Visit the castle and gardens JOHN OโGROATS Take the ferry to and from the Orkney Islands ORKNEY ISLANDS Board a local coach for a driver-guide commentary and visits to the Churchill Barriers, Skara Brae and Skaill House, and Kirkwall; visit the Orkney Brewery and enjoy lunch at the Tasting Hall cafรฉ ULLAPOOL Fish & chips lunch ISLE OF SKYE Visit the Museum of Island Life and the Museum of the Isles ARMADALEโMALLAIG Cross the Sound of Sleat by ferry GLENFINNAN Take pictures of the monument and the Harry Potter viaduct LOCHALINEโFISHNISH Take the ferry to the Isle of Mull ISLE OF MULL Visit Tobermory ISLE OF IONA Take the ferry to the island and visit the center of Celtic Christianity CRAIGNUREโOBAN Take the ferry back to the Scottish mainland LOCH LOMOND Take photographs of this stunning spot Headsets throughout the tour
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The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19, after 1 March, 2023 , we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators โ like airlines โ have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe. The Globus family of brands previous policy โ requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 โ remains in effect until 1 March, 2023 . Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated. ------------------------------------------------------------------- The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021: - Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination. - For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel: 1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. 2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. A SAFE & WARM WELCOME: We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements. BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE: We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technologyโincluding our Go Beyond Devices in Europeโenables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions. FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH: To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests. TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS: Traveling with the Globus family of brands removes many of the โtouch pointsโ of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels. COMMITMENT TO CLEAN: As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures. PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH: The Globus family of brands has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operationโfrom vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 2 lunches; 9 three-course dinners
Guide
An expert guide is included.
Transport
Motorcoach; ferries to/from the Orkney Islands, the Isles of Skye, Mull, and Iona.
Not included:
Optional
EDINBURGH: SCOTTISH NIGHT WITH BAGPIPERS AND THE CEREMONY OF THE HAGGIS Enjoy a delicious three-course meal followed by traditional Scottish song and dance and the Ceremony of the Haggis. ROSSLYN CHAPEL Described as a โBible in Stoneโ, this 15th century church offers an extraordinary glimpse into the artistic ambitions of its founder with its mix of religious, pagan and early Masonic themes. A truly unique building presented in all its glory. ROYAL YACHT BRITANNIA EXCURSION AND DINNER Enjoy a visit to the former Royal Yacht Britannia, which was used on over 700 overseas visits and sailed over a million nautical miles, and discover what life was like on board Her Majestyโs floating residence. Later dinner with wine and coffee at an excellent local restaurant is included. INVERNESS: LOCH NESS CRUISE AND URQUHART CASTLE Visit Urquhart Castle, one of Scotlandโs most iconic castles on the banks of Loch Ness, before boarding a motorboat for a cruise on the loch and maybe a glimpse of the famous monster. THURSO: CEILIDH EVENING This fun excursion takes you fireside to The Old Smiddy pub for full immersion into a world filled with lively Gaelic storytelling, music, and two drinks of your choice. ISLE OF SKYE: EILEAN DONAN CASTLE AND PUB VISIT Surrounded by both loch and mountain, itโs easy to appreciate why Eilean Donan is the most photographed landmark in Scotland. Enjoy an in-depth visit of this Scottish icon, followed by a drink at a charming local pub. ISLE OF MULL: PRIVATE VISIT TO DUART CASTLE Duart Castle is the family home of the Clan Maclean and looks back at 800 years of history. A tour of the castle and a dram of whisky are included on this lovely late afternoon trip.
Insurance
Insurance is not included
Flights
International flights are not included
Others
Other activities and services not included
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Itinerary of your trip Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Day 1 Day 1: Arrive In Glasgow, Scotland
Day 1: Arrive In Glasgow, Scotland
- Day 2 Day 2: GlasgowโFalkirkโRoyal Burgh Of CulrossโLinlithgowโEdinburgh
Day 2: GlasgowโFalkirkโRoyal Burgh Of CulrossโLinlithgowโEdinburgh
- Day 3 Day 3: Edinburgh
Day 3: Edinburgh
Experience Style
Mixed
There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโre also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.
Accomodation level
Medium
This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.
Experience Type
Small Group
Youโll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.
Physical Rating
Basic
Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.
Age range
Min: 5 / Max: 80
Age range allowed for this experience.
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