Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Drymen

Day 1

Travel to our hotel in Drymen, on Loch Lomond, making suitable comfort stops.

Day 2

Spend the morning at leisure in Stirling, renowned as the ‘Gateway to the Highlands’ and overlooked by the impressive Stirling Castle where in 1507 an Italian announced he would use a pair of wings made from birds feathers to fly from the castle to France. He duly launched himself from the castle walls, only to crash immediately afterwards into a dunghill 70ft below, where he broke his leg. There are many shops to visit and restaurants to obtain lunch. This afternoon we visit the word-famous Kelpies, the largest equine sculpture in the world. Opportunity to take pictures and obtain refreshments in the cafe before returning to our hotel.

Day 3

After breakfast we have a free morning in Drymen before our included soup and sandwiches at our hotel after which we travel to Edinburgh. We have free time to purchase an evening meal before our performance of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, an exciting evening awaits us. Upon return to hotel, there will be a light snack waiting for us before we retire for the evening.

Day 4

After a late breakfast we journey through the spectacular Trossachs National Park, stopping enroute on the shores of Loch Lomond for a photo opportunity. We continue to Inverary, a charming town which lies on Loch Fyne. Opportunity to visit the famous Jail and Courthouse (entry extra) and the whiskey shop for a tasting or two! Time to purchase lunch in one of the tea rooms/cafes and to look around the independent shops before continuing through the Trossachs to pretty Callander, situated at the junction of two rivers in an area of outstanding natural beauty with opportunity to purchase afternoon refreshments.

Day 5

After breakfast return to home area making suitable comfort stops along the way.

B=Breakfast Included, L=Lunch Included, D=Dinner Included