b'YOUR ITINERARY 5 DAY HOLIDAYFROM SCOTLANDDay 1Lively Edinburgh After our time with the iconic Scottish1,195 PPToday we meet our Tour Managercows, the coach takes us to the at our hotel in Edinburgh where ourartisanal Lost Loch Spirits Distillery. holiday begins. After checking in thisBuilt on the banks of the now drained2024 Departures in: afternoon, youre at leisure to startLoch Auchlossan or Lost Loch, theJUL, SEPexploring Scotlands capital beforedistillery draws inspiration from its dinner this evening. The heart of thecaptivating landscape and historical 1 2 3 4city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site,heritage to produce renowned gins.Everyday Traveller ratedwith the Old Towns Royal Mile and theDuring a tour and tasting, we discover New Towns award-winning Georgianthe stories, flavours, and branding thatYOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES:architecture. As you wander the city,make it successful. On the drive to our discover this unique contrast betweennext hotel in Dundee, we stop outsideAll rail and coach travel throughout traditional and contemporary. Balmoral Castle to see the estatesyour tourfamous gates. Reaching our hotel in Day 2The Aberdonian Tornadotime for dinner, we enjoy our first4 nights 4-star accommodation in Steam Train to elegant Aberdeen evening in the coastal city of Dundee.Edinburgh, Aberdeen, and DundeeA memorable journey aboard theEscorted throughout your tour Aberdonian Steam Train awaits usTOUR MANAGERS HIGHLIGHT:by one of our experienced Tour today. Hauled by the iconic TornadoExperience a scenic heritage journey Managerssteam engine, we admire stunningon the Royal Deeside Steam Train.views of the Scottish countrysideBreakfast each day, Lunch onfrom our First Class seats, crossingDay 4Discovering Dundee and the1 day and Dinner on 3 daysthe UNESCO-listed Forth Bridge andmajestic Glamis Castle A superb choice of excursionsenjoying brunch on board. We soak upThis morning we begin with a guided ever-changing panoramas as we passwalking tour of Dundee. Nestled on leafy countryside, rugged cliffs andthe eastern coast, the city has striking charming coastal towns. architecture, including the iconic V&A Dundee museum, as well as beautiful Arriving in Aberdeen, we joinparks and amazing views of the RiverRRS DISCOVERY our coach to the citys quaint OldTay. Our tour finishes at The Dundee Town. The area is characterised byRRS Discovery where you can explore cobblestone streets and medievalat leisure. Stepping aboard the iconic architecture such as the 12th-centuryship, youre transported back to the St. Machars Cathedral and theheroic era of Antarctic exploration picturesque Castlegate, adorned withand get a glimpse into the life and the Mercat Cross. With time at leisure,challenges faced by Captain Scott. stroll through the historic buildings, traditional pubs, and culturalWe then board our coach to GlamisPHOTO: JOHN POWatmosphere that preserve the citysCastle. This magnificent and historic past. The coach then takes us to ourfortress is steeped in rich history and hotel on the banks of the River Deefolklore. Its witnessed centuries ofAberdeenwhere theres time to relax in our newnoble events, and was the childhood1surroundings before dinner.home of Queen Elizabeth, theSCOTLANDJust a few of your holiday highlights TOUR MANAGERS HIGHLIGHT:we have access to rooms the public2 GlamisQueen Mother. On a guided tour, Explore the hidden corners ofisnt allowed in and we admire theDundeeAberdeens historic Old Town. spectacular gardens. After, we enjoy refreshments and a talk with ourEdinburgh 1Day 3The Royal Deeside Steamguide about the castle. With no train, hairy Highland coos, and aplanned dinner tonight, experience taste of Lost Loch gin Dundees dynamic food scene.Tour Code: ATS |per person based on 2 This morning we head to the heartsharing. Deposit from 100 per person. of Royal Deeside aboard the RoyalDay 5Homeward bound Supplement for solo travellers from 450. Deeside Railway. On a heritageAfter breakfast, we head back to journey along the River Dee, we sitEdinburgh by rail. On a journey of back in restored vintage carriages forscenic landscapes, our train crossesTo book and for a scenic jaunt. Snaking through thethe River Tay and passes picturesqueinformation go tobeautiful countryside, waving hills,countryside and charming villages. ancient woodlands, and the glisteningOur holiday comes to an end ingreatrail.com/ATS river roll by our windows. Leaving theEdinburgh and its time to say goodbyeor call 01904 527168train in Banchory, a fantastic visit to ato newfound friends and make your Highland coo farm is next. We meet away home. Or, if youre not ready& speak to ourherd of pedigree Highland cattle, tourto leave Scotland behind just yet, the working farm with its farmer, andyou could continue exploring theexpert team.enjoy lunch in the rural setting.breathtaking country on your own. 23'