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Avanti Destinations
OFFER ID 1523513
Isle of Skye
Explore the Isle of Skye with its rich heritage and stunning landscapes. A land of extreme contrasts and beauty reaching out to the sea, where the keeps of Clans, enchanting villages, the impressive Cullin Ridge and the many lochs and bays make for one of the most memorable vacations in Britain. Discover this timeless land of legend from the comfort of a minicoach on an escorted small group tour on your next vacation to Britain.
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Avanti Destinations: Isle of Skye
Day 1 Isle of Skye
Departing Edinburgh or Glasgow, we head towards Stirling with its imposing castle and views to the Wallace Monument. We pass Doune Castle, set of Monty Python’s “Holy Grail” before stopping in Callander for refreshments. Into the Highlands now and north past Loch Luibnaig, Loch Earn, Crianlarich and Tyndrum, stopping for lunch on the way. Continue north through Glencoe, scene of the great massacre of the Clan Macdonald. We pass Fort William and up to the Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge with great views over Ben Nevis.
On the “Road to the Isles”, you will travel through the splendor of the Five Sisters of Kintail, the mountains guarding the pass on the way to the Isle of Skye. We stop to visit the famous Eilean Donan Castle, used in the film “Highlander”. Crossing over the bridge to Skye, we head up to Portree stopping for dinner on the way. You are then dropped off at your accommodations in the early evening where you are free to go out and explore the town.
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
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