1 – 10 June 2017
Join Wine Diva Deb exploring the wonders of Scotland, visiting Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Isle of Skye and much more.
Itinerary
| Date | City | Activity |
| Thu 1 Jun | Edinburgh |
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| Fri 2 Jun | Pitlochry |
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| Sat 3 Jun | Pitlochry |
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| Sun 4 June | Inverness |
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| Mon 5 Jun | Inverness |
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| Tue 6 Jun | Isle of Skye |
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| Wed 7 Jun | Oban |
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| Thu 8 Jun | Oban |
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| Fri 9 Jun | Stirling |
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| Sat 10 Jun | Glasgow |
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Itinerary Details
Edinburgh
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Edinburgh Castle dominates Scotland’s capital city from its great rock. Its story has helped shape the nation’s story. Battles and sieges were fought over it, royalty lived and died within its walls, and countless generations have been inspired by it.
The castle has sheltered many Scottish monarchs. They include Queen Margaret (later St Margaret), who died here in 1093, and Mary Queen of Scots, who gave birth to James VI in the Royal Palace in 1566. In the 1600s, the castle became a military base. Some buildings were rebuilt and new ones were raised to house a huge garrison – and provide a secure jail for prisoners of war.
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Pitlochry
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The famous saying that’s on every bottle of Bell’s Blended Scotch Whisky. And although the literal meaning is ‘Before you go’, what we’re really saying is ‘Stay a little a longer and share a dram’. After all when you’ve got good friends, good whisky and good tales to tell why cut the occasion short?
So now you’re here why not stay a while longer and have a look around the world of Bell’s, and see the strength of character that makes our history and our whisky. Edradour world renowned as the smallest traditional distillery in Scotland and arguably the most unique. Dating back to 1825, Edradour, stands alone as the last stronghold of handmade single malt whisky from a farm distillery still in production today. Hidden in the very heart of Perthshire, this picturesque ‘little Model Village’ of Edradour is steeped in a history of intrigue to inspire the imagination. And, with matchless commitment to retaining authentic small scale production, Edradour uniquely boasts over 25 distinctive expressions of Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky with their wonderful characters and flavours.
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Inverness
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Located on the doorstep of the Cairngorms National Park, Aviemore is a major holiday resort surrounded by stunning scenery. This popular town is a year-round destination with a wide range of winter and summer activities to choose from. Aviemore supports one of the country’s top ski areas and is an excellent base for exploring the Cairngorms National Park, covering the mountains, Glenmore, Rothiemurchus Forest and the wider areas Badenoch and Strathspey.
A prehistoric cemetery: On a gravel terrace above the River Nairn is one of Scotland’s most evocative sacred prehistoric sites. The Clava Cairns are dominated by a line of three exceptionally well-preserved burial cairns, each enclosed by stone circles. We know little about who the cairn builders were, for they left no written record. The actual remains of those buried within the cairns no longer survive because of overzealous archaeological digging in the early 20th century. However, recent excavations have shed new light on the cairns. A regional tradition: The burial cairns at Clava are around 4,000 years old. They are not quite like those elsewhere in northern Britain. Other burial monuments generally incorporate massive standing stones – either in the facade as at Cairnholy in Galloway, or supporting the chamber as at Maeshowe in Orkney. In contrast, at Clava the circles of standing stones are separate elements from the tombs. The three well-preserved cairns each have a central chamber. But while the two outer cairns have entrance passages, the chamber of the central one is completely enclosed. The outer kerb of each cairn is well defined by large boulders, and each is surrounded by a ring of standing stones. Highlights: The location – set in a small wood, and best visited in the early morning or early evening at sunrise or sunset. Balmoral Castle on the Balmoral Estate in Aberdeenshire, Scotland is the private residence of The Queen. Beloved by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, Balmoral Castle has remained a favourite residence for The Queen and her family during the summer holiday period in August and September. The Castle is located on the large Balmoral Estate, a working estate which aims to protect the environment while contributing to the local economy. The Estate grounds, gardens and the Castle Ballroom are open to visitors from the beginning of April to the end of July each year, under the management of the Balmoral Estate Office. Cawdor Castle dates from the late 14th century, having been built as a private fortress by the Thanes of Cawdor, with the ancient medieval tower built around the legendary holly tree – wherever you look, Cawdor Castle is steeped in intrigue and history. The ancient castle, which is home to the Cawdor family to this day, has evolved over 600 years and has been lovingly filled with beautiful furniture, fine portraits, intriguing objects and amazing tapestries. We believe Cawdor Castle is a truly extraordinary place. Whether you are exploring one of the three gardens, adventuring in Cawdor Big Wood or putting on our nine-hole golf course, we hope Cawdor Castle will fill you with happy memories.
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Isle of Skye
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Oban
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Oban distillery is a whisky distillery in the Scottish west coast port of Oban. Established in 1794, it was built before the town of the same name, which sprung up later in the surrounding craggy harbour. Oban distillery is owned by Diageo.
Glencoe visitor centre: Surrounded by towering mountains, Glencoe is one of Scotland’s most spectacular places and provides outstanding opportunities for walking and climbing. Enjoy Living on the Edge, an interactive exhibition exploring the landscape, wildlife and history of this special place. Find out what it feels like to climb on ice; discover how the glen was formed; and try your hand at solving the conservation problems faced by the Trust. Enjoy three different audio-visual presentations and many historic displays. Children will enjoy their complementary activities book, with a range of puzzles and activities relating to Glencoe.
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Stirling
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For over two hundred years, guests have been welcomed in through the handsome stone entrance of the Golden Lion, with royalty and Scotland’s national bard, Rabbie Burns, among them. Nowadays a sought-after setting for leisure, business and special occasions, the family-owned, family-run Golden Lion provides traditional Scottish hotel hospitality in modern style. From the contemporary comforts of the 67 rooms to the timeless grace of the magnificent Regency Ballroom, this is a Stirlingshire hotel with personality as well as professionalism. Just down the hill from Stirling Castle’s age-old battlements, and a short trip from the famous Monument to William Wallace as well as the splendid new Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre, the Golden Lion Hotel makes an ideal base for anyone touring Scotland.The hotel’s city centre location is only a few minutes’ drive from the national motorway network. Stirling’s principal bus and rail stations are within easy walking distance of the Golden Lion’s front door, and there is an excellent choice of shops, with many famous name stores virtually next door in the extensive Thistles Shopping Centre.
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Glasgow
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Inclusions
- Accommodation Each Night
- Breakfast Each Morning
- Luxury Touring Vehicle
- Private Driver/Guide
- Entry to listed attractions
- FREE Support while travelling
Pricing Details* (per person ALL prices are in British Pound Stirling)
*Airfare not included in prices listed
£1402 per person (Double occupancy)
Price subject to change, extra activities coming soon.
To Reserve your space
Send email to: winedivadeb@yahoo.com or call Wine Diva Deb on 206-617-6160.
A deposit of £500 is required on booking.
Final payment due 120 days (February 1, 2017) prior to departure
Discount of 2% at final payment if complete trip is paid in cash
No fee for Personal credit cards
1% fee for Business credit cards and American Express
2% fee for International credit cards
Cancellation Policy Cancellation Terms
Deposit due upon booking £500
From 121 days prior to departure: £500 loss of Deposit
120 – 90 days prior to departure: 50% loss of Trip
90 days prior to departure: 100% loss of Trip
Travel Insurance highly recommended as well as Personal & Medical Insurance.
