Mega Christmas Castle - 7 Day Special from London (RAIL)
Ideal if you have more time to really explore the magnificent Highlands and Scotland's stunning Capital - Edinburgh. This trip also includes 2 nights hostel accommodation in Edinburgh, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.
Our extended Christmas tour leaves London by train from Kings Cross on Saturday December 22nd in the morning and includes fantastic overnights in Edinburgh, the Highlands, between Glencoe and Fort William, and legendary Loch Ness. The highlight of the trip is a night in a haunted Highland castle for the best Christmas party ever! Returns to London on Friday 28th December.
Includes
* All dorm accommodation and breakfasts
* Return Rail Travel from London
* 2 nights in accom edinburgh
* 4 nights accom on tour in the Highlands
* Christmas Eve supper
* Christmas dinner
* Dinner and Party at the Castle
*(Special cancellation charges apply to this product - up to 7 days prior to departure 50% refund. Within 7 days - no refund)
Day 1: 22nd December
DEAPRTS LONDON KINGS CROSS STATION (approx 10.am - time TBC). It’s time for the Christmas adventure of a lifetime as we leave London by train and head north to Bonnie Scotland! Arriving in Edinburgh in the afternoon, you have time to check out all the best sites: the castle, palace, Royal Mile, Christmas markets (mmm mulled wine!) and the buzzing Edinburgh Nighlife. Overnight accommodation is in a city centre hostel, right in the heart of the action.
Day 2: 23rd December
It's off to the Highlands first thing in the morning. We visit the Wallace Monument and hear tales of Scotland's heros, Wallace and Bruce. We pass through The stunning Trossachs and Rob Roy country and meet Hamish the hairy Highland Coo. We then cross the wilds of Rannoch Moor and into mighty Glencoe. Scene of the infamous Massacre and one of the most haunting places in Scotland. We then head to Loch Ness, home of the legendary Monster and our overnight accommodation, at Morag's Lodge, one of the best hostels in Scotland.
Day 3: Christmas Eve
Today we explore the magical Isle of Skye. We will also take in the amazing Eilean Donan castle surrounded by snow capped peaks. Unlimited fresh air! No more hangover! Snow-capped mountains (Global Warming allowing!), ruined castles, hairy coos and majestic scenery – The Highlands have it all. Our 4 star hostel tonight is located between the mighty peaks of Glencoe and Highland town of Fort William on the shores of Loch Linnhe.
Day 4: Christmas Day
After opening our presents and some brekkie its time to explore stunning Glen Nevis (used a location for both Braveheart and Harry Potter). Glen Nevis sits in the shadow of mighty Ben Nevis (the UK's highest mountain). We then head along the road to the Isles to the Glenfinnan memorial to Bonne Prince Charlie at the head of Loch Shiel. (this is also the where the spectacular railway viaduct used in Harry Potter films is.) We then return through the Great Glen back to our overnight accommodation.
Day 5: 26th December
Shake off any late night excess amongst the awesome scenery as we explore Loch Ness. Keep a look out for Nessie as we head North along the shores of Scotland's most famous Loch. We visit haunting Culloden near Inverness, scene of the bloody defeat of the Jacobites and Bonnie Prince Charlies failed rebellion. We then head for Carbisdale Castle! Towering over the salmon filled River Shin, its an amazing place, complete with its own statue gallery, art collection and ghost. This will be a night to remember. After a tasty dinner, the night will be spent partying with a live band into the wee small hours.
Day 6: 27th December
Leaving the splendour of the Castle behind we travel south taking in the stunning natural beauty of the Cairngorms National Park. We take in the imposing ruins of Ruthven Barracks and hear tales of the Jacobites. We then enter Highland Perthshire, a land of rivers trees and mountains. Our jouney is complete with views of the legendary Forth Bridge as we return to Edinburgh in the early evening. Overnight in a centrally located Edinburgh Hostel. Last chance to Party with your new friends!
Day 7: 28th December
DEPARTS EDINBURGH WAVERLY STATION (Approx 13.00 - time TBC) We bid a fond farewell to Edinburgh (& Scotland) and return to London by rail, arrives Approx 17.41pm. - (time TBC)