b'YOUR ITINERARY 7 DAY HOLIDAYFROM SCOTLANDDay 1 - Lively Edinburgh Day 4Sailing to the Isle of Mull1,395 PPOur holiday begins today as we meetand the road to the Islesat our hotel in Edinburgh, whereThis morning, we catch the ferry were greeted by our Tour Manager.from Oban to the Isle of Mull. Drifting2024 Departures in: After checking into our hotel, yourethrough small islands and across LochMAR, APR, MAY, JUN, JUL, AUG, SEP, OCTat leisure to start exploring ScotlandsLinnhe, the views are awe-inspiring. capital before dinner this evening. TheRugged coastline, hills rising from the 1 2 3 4heart of the city is a UNESCO Worldwaters edge, and jagged rock facesEveryday Traveller ratedHeritage Site and as you wandercreate the backdrop as we sail. We the streets, its easy to see why itsdock at the port of Craignure whereYOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES:regarded as the Athens of the North. we board our coach for the scenic drive to Tobermory. Spend time atAll rail and coach travel throughout Day 2Mighty Kelpies, marvellousleisure in the islands colourful capitalyour tourFalkirk Wheel and West Highlandand wander the pretty port. Line to stunning Fort William 6 nights 4-star accommodation Bidding farewell to Edinburgh thisAfter catching the ferry to Kilchoan,in Edinburgh, Fort William, and morning, we head to the magnificentwe set out on a scenic drive across theInvernessKelpies by coach. These hugewild Ardnamurchan Peninsula to FortEscorted throughout your tour sculptures pay homage to theWilliam. The most westerly point in theby one of our experienced Tour hardworking horses of Scotland thatBritish Isles, its known as the road toManagersonce pulled barges along the canalsthe Isles. Through rugged landscapes and worked in the fields of the area.and coastal beauty, the winding roadBreakfast each day and Dinner on A few miles down the road is thereveals stunning views of the Western6 daysFalkirk Wheel. Opening in 2002, theIsles. We arrive back at our hotel in theA superb choice of excursions rotating boat lift connects the Forthearly evening in time for dinner.including heritage rail journeys.& Clyde canal with the Union canal and is the only one of its kind in theTOUR MANAGERS HIGHLIGHT:*On early/late season departures the world. Theres time to admire thisExplore the port of Tobermory with Jacobite Steam Train is replaced by the masterpiece and take photos. its colourful harbour-front buildings. scheduled Scotrail service.Returning to our coach, we continue driving to Glasgow. From here, weDay 5The enchantingjourney along the West Highland LineJacobite Steam Train by rail, passing Loch Lomond and wildAfter breakfast, we board the vintage Rannoch Moor on our way to Fortcarriages of the Jacobite Steam William, a town on the shores of LochTrain * . Finding our seats, we start our Linnhe. After checking into our hoteljourney on one of the most scenic here, were joined by a guest speakerstretches in the UK. Ben Nevis passes who entertains us with local titbitsby our windows followed by fishing of history and a selection of tales ofboats bobbing on shimmering lochs,SCOTLANDthe road to the isles. Keeping alivebeautiful heathers and the seasonal the ancient art of storytelling thatscolours of Scotland. After crossing been a way of life for centuries in thisthe famous Glenfinnan Viaduct, our part of the world, were taken on anjourney ends in Mallaig. With time at Just a few of your holiday highlights atmospheric journey through time. leisure, explore the villages shops,Mallaig Fort Williamcafes, and restaurants or simply roamIsle of Mull 4TOUR MANAGERS HIGHLIGHT:the charming streets admiring theOban BallachulishTravel through the breathtaking colourful architecture. You could alsoGlasgow 1+1 Edinburghscenery of the West Highland Line. enjoy lunch with a view before our return journey on the Jacobite.Day 3The impressive NeptunesTour Code: SYS |per person based on 2 Staircase and cruising Loch Linnhe Day 6A fantastic farewell insharing. Deposit from 300 per person. We visit Neptunes Staircase today, thevibrant Edinburgh Supplement for solo travellers from 625. longest staircase lock in Scotland. OnAfter breakfast, we head back to the Caledonian Canal, this impressiveEdinburgh by rail. Our last evening flight of locks overcome a height ofin the lively city hosts a wonderfulTo book and for 64 feet over the course of 90 minutes.Scottish banquet with time-honouredinformation go toAfter time to admire the staircase,entertainment - the perfect farewell.we continue to Loch Linnhe. Here, wegreatrail.com/SYS enjoy a peaceful cruise listening to ourDay 7Homeward bound or call 01904 527168skippers live commentary as we seeAfter breakfast this morning, our time Ben Nevis, The Caledonian Canal, andin Scotland comes to an end and you& speak to ourBlack Rock - a protected area knowncan make your way home.as Seal Island because its home toexpert team.both Common and Atlantic Grey seals.13'