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Self Drive Scotland(add on Wales and England, too!)

Our independent Fly Drive Scotland Travel program gives you the freedom to explore history-steeped market towns, idyllic villages, the Whisky Trail, Loch Ness, the glens and the glorious highlands of Scotland. Explore rugged landscape and remote isles made famous by the DaVinci Code and films such as Braveheart. Explore the Western Highlands, Inner Hebrides and the Orkney Islands, if you wish. You may combine Scottish farmhouses, Scotland's country homes, Edinburgh hotels, manors and even romantic castles in Scotland to form your perfect vacation! We have car rentals throughout Scotland and the rest of Britain. Whether you choose a Scotland bed and breakfast, a baronial country home, or a fantasy castle, all the accommodations we recommend for you will be up to your standards - and ours. If you would like to stay at an unusual out-of-the way hotel not listed here, please ask. We will be happy to plan any itinerary for you, the way you want it.

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Scotland Travel Package with Rental Car Price Includes:
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  • Round trip flights to Scotland available at additional cost. The majority of flights are to Glasgow, but we can also do flights to Edinburgh. Check flight schedule here.
  • Self-drive Alamocar with unlimited mileage and tax. Large cars, minibuses and automatics are available. You can prepay your car insurance. Please see the Car Information page. Pick up cars at airports or downtown. Choose from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stranraer, Inverness and more!
  • Accommodations at your choice of 320 Scottish B&B's, and British hotels, inns, castles or manors. All accommodations are with private bath. A booklet with addresses and phone numbers is included with your travel documents. Choose some from each category for maximum flexibility.
  • Vouchers are provided for each night of your stay. If you purchase B&B's, we reserve the first night for you near your arrival city, at our choice of property, unless you specify otherwise. Afterwards, you call ahead to make reservations, or if you prefer, we will reserve them all before you go for a charge of $20.00 per person per reservation. Stay for any number of nights at any property. At British hotels, inns, castles or manors, we reserve them all in advance. Open vouchers are NOT available for British hotels, inns, castles or manors.
  • Full hearty Scottish breakfast is served each day. This may include home-baked breads, farm-fresh eggs, cereal, sausage and bacon. (Continental in Edinburgh.)
  • Value-Added Tax (V.A.T.) and service charges.
  • Travel Insurance available for as little as $49.
  • Suggested itinerary
Bonus Stay 7 nights: Travel pack including a Scotland travel guide book, touring suggestions, and more
 1 Devonshire Gardens - Scotland Hotel
Scottish Bed and Breakfasts & Farmhouses and Country Homes (B&B's) - Just Go Scotland
Choose from exceptional homes scattered throughout the country - many are working farms and even date as far back as the 14th century. Some are half-timbered, while others boast solid stone walls. In each you will be welcomed as an honored guest and a friend of the family. Select from 320 B&B's, and private guesthouses , all with private bath, located throughout Scotland. There are too many to list here, but we have them in or near most towns and villages. The following are per person per night and payable directly to B&B's for open vouchers, collected in advance for reserved accommodation. We recommend pre-booking B&B's for large parties, and for all persons in July/August. There is a supplement of $29 per person per night payable for Edinburgh properties in August. We would instead recommend hotels in August in Edinburgh.


Scotland Hotels, Castles and Inns
We have the widest selection - a choice of over 100 hotels, castles, inns and manors in every corner of England, Scotland and Wales. All rooms include private bath. Select from Scotland guest houses, Scotland luxury hotels and a variety of Scottish hotels. This category must be pre-reserved.
Best Western Hotels and Inns - refreshingly different hotel experience at distinctive hotels - These are hotels, and inns, all rated 3 or 4 star. All are privately owned, dedicated to providing individual care and attention, excellent food and wines. Best Western hotels in the UK reflect the personal tastes of the owners. They include centuries old inns to modern hotels, manors and inns, so you can't fail to find the right place. This category must be pre-reserved.

Silver Hotels- These are our specially hand-picked properties, which have all the charm and sophistication of our higher priced category, but one set price for all. You must pre-reserve this category. At some hotels, a maximum of 2 children, up to and not including the age of 12 years may be accommodated sharing a room with two adults. In the event that a child occupies a single room or shares a room with 1 adult, the child will be charged as an adult and the extra charges will be payable. Children are not accepted at many properties.This category must be pre-reserved.
Romantic Castles, Hotels and Inns - These are top class 4 and 5 star properties, world-renowned for their high standards of quality and service. They are unique, charming properties, ranging from Edinburgh townhouses to 17th century hunting lodges and deluxe medieval castles. We have castles in Scotland, and manors throughout Britain. This category must be pre-reserved.

. Loch nessWe recommend: Historic Scotland Pass -
Covers admission charges to some of Scotland's top attractions. (Can be used on non-consecutive days) Historic Scotland operates some of Scotland's most famous historical attractions including Edinburgh, Stirling and Urquhart Castles to name just a few. Our new flexible Explorer Pass is the only ticket you will need to experience the very best of Scotland's built heritage. Explorer Passes can now be used on non-consecutive days allowing you more flexibility and freedom to visit when you want. Locations here.
  Adult Concession Child Family *
3 Day (over 5 days) 45 34 23 90
7 Day (over 14 days) 64 48 33 128
10 Day (over 30 days) 77 57 38 153
         
* Family includes two adults and two children aged between 5 & 15yrs old.        
DEFINITION OF ADMISSION CATEGORIES        
Adult: All others including students      
Concession: Senior Citizens (60 years of age and over)      
Child: Children under 16 years of age (under 5 admitted free). All children must be accompanied by an adult or concession category visitor. .      

Family Friendly

We have highlighted the hotels that offer swimming pools for family fun.

2008Self Drive SCOTLAND - If you are staying 7 Nights or more, use this chart:
Prices are land only in USD, per person per night, including car and accommodations- Daily Departures

We have highlighted the hotels that offer swimming pools for family fun.
2008

 7 Nights OR LONGER  TWIN OR TRIPLE     TWO TWINS OR TW/TPL     SINGLE CHILD
   2 OR 3 PERSONS      4 OR 5 PERSONS     SUPPLEMENT ALL
  APR-OCT NOV 08-   APR-OCT NOV 08-   ALL YEAR YEAR
    MAR 09     MAR 09      
JUST GO SCOTLAND
B&B's
92 92   84 84   28 34
BEST WESTERN 130 130   133 133   133 63
SILVER CATEGORY 187 187   191 191   183 191
ROMANTIC  From $195 and up. Please ask for rates.              
   TWIN OR TRIPLE     TWO TWINS OR TW/TPL     SINGLE CHILD
up to 6 Nights  2 OR 3 PERSONS      4 OR 5 PERSONS     SUPPLEMENT ALL
  APR-OCT NOV 08-   APR-OCT NOV 08-   ALL YEAR YEAR
    MAR 09     MAR 09      
JUST GO SCOTLAND
B&B's
104 104   91 91   28 34
BEST WESTERN 144 144   133 133   133 63
SILVER CATEGORY 191 191   191 191   183 191
ROMANTIC  From $195 and up. Please ask for rates.              
THERE IS A $29 SUPPLEMENT PER PERSON PER NIGHT ON JUST GO SCOTLAND FOR EDINBURGH ACCOMMODATIONS. Vouchers may not be changed from one category to another while traveling. All and romantic hotels are individually priced, and must be pre-reserved. Please ask for rates. Single room supplement per day added to twin price, based on sharing a car. If you would like your own car, please ask for rates.
Vouchers may not be changed from one category to another while traveling. All romantic hotels are individually priced, and must be pre-reserved. Please ask for rates. Single room supplement per day added to twin price, based on sharing a car. If you would like your own car, please ask for rates.

Scottish Bed and Breakfasts & Farmhouses and Country Homes (B&B's) - Just Go Scotland : Child rate applies when sharing room with 2 adults. Not available at all properties. THERE IS A $29 SUPPLEMENT PER PERSON PER NIGHT ON JUST GO SCOTLAND FOR EDINBURGH ACCOMMODATIONS. We recommend pre-booking B&B's for large parties, and for all persons in July/August. Best Western Hotels and Inns: All rooms are with bath. Up to two children under 12 sharing with two adults. This category must be pre-reserved.Silver and Romantic Hotels: At some hotels, a maximum of 2 children, up to and not including the age of 12 years may be accommodated sharing a room with two adults. In the event that a child occupies a single room or shares a room with 1 adult, the child will be charged as an adult and the extra charges will be payable. Children are not accepted at many properties. This category must be pre-reserved.

Airfare starts at $366 and varies by departure date. Please ask for our low-cost air inclusive rates from all major cities. Low cost business class fares are available from many cities.

Vouchers may not be changed from one category to another while traveling.



Castle in snowAirfare:Varies by departure date and city. Please ask for our low-cost air inclusive rates from all major cities. Low cost business class fares are available from many cities, too.
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Hotel List: This is a partial list. If you do not see a particular hotel here, please ask.



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JUST GO SCOTLAND B&B's
Some of our choices:
N. England
Carlisle
Darlington
Harrogate
Hesgate Mewmarket
Lake Listrict Keswick
Kendal
Kilburn
Penrith
Pickering
Windermere
York

SCOTLAND

Aberdeen
Aberfeldy

Aberlour
Allenton
Ardrossan
Arran

Aultbea
Aviemore
Ayr
Ballachulish

Ballater
Balloch
Balquidder Beauly
Benderloch
Biggar

Blackburn
Blairgowrie
Brechin
Bridge of Cally

Cairndow

Callander
Crieff
Crail
Culloden
Dalkeith
Dollar
Drumnadrochit
Dufftown
Dumbarton

Dumfries
Dunblane
Dundee
Dunfermline

Dunkeld
Durness
Edinburgh
Edzell
Forres
Fort William
Gairloch
Galashiels
Glasgow
Glenrothes
Grantown
Hawick
Hillswick

Inverary
Inverkeithing
Inverness
Islay

Isle of Lewis
Isle of Mull

Isle of Mull
Isle of Skye
John O'Groats
Kilburn
Kingussie
Kirkwall
Kirkaldy
Kyle of Lochalsh
Laide
Lairg
Lanark
Largs
Linthlithgow
Lochgilphead
Melrose

Muir of Ord
Moffat
Nairn

Newtonmore
Oban
Orkney

Penrith
Perth
Pitlochry
Portree
Selkirk

Spean Bridge
St. Andrews
Shetland

Stirling
Stonehaven

Stornaway
Stranraer
Tarbert

Thurso
Uig

Ullapool
Western Isles

Wick

BEST WESTERN INNS, MANORS & HOTELS
SCOTLAND Aberdeen
Burnett Arms

Dumfries
Dryfesdale

Hetland Hall
Moffat House
Selkirk Arms
Station Hotel
Dundee
Invercarse

Queens
Edinburgh
(higher prices apply in August)

Braid Hills Hotel
Bruntsfield Hotel
Edinburgh Capital
Edinburgh City
Kings Manor




Glasgow
Glasgow City Hotel

Inverness/Loch Ness
Glenspean Lodge

Imperial
Inverness Palace

Lochardil
Windsor Hotel
Isle of Arran
Kinloch Hotel

Loch LomondWinnock Hotel


Perth
Huntingtower Hotel
Queens Hotel

St. Andrews
Scores
SILVER

SCOTLAND
Aberdeen
Mercure Ardoe House

Borders
Park

Dumfries
Station Hotel
Dundee
Fernie Castle

Edinburgh
Apex European
Edinburgh Capital
Edinburgh City
Jurys Edinburgh
King's Manor P
Ramada
Mt Royal
Leith Frederick House Melvin House
Royal Scots
Marriott Dalmahoy

Ft. William/Oban
Ballachulish
Corriegour Lodge

Imperial
Knipoch


Glasgow
Ewington
Beardmore P
Garfield House Hotel
Grosvenor Hilton
Jurys Glasgow
Millennium Copthorne
Thistle Glasgow

Highlands/Inverness
Lochardil
Mansfield Castle


Isle of Arran
Kinloch P

Perth
Atholl Palace

Lovat
Invercarse Hotel
Woodlands Hotel

Stirling
Park Hotel
Royal B
Terraces

St. Andrews
Fernie Castle
Scores

Shetland
Shetland Hotel

Skye
Eilean Iarmain
Toravaig


Troon/Prestwick
Montgreenan Mansion B

Whisky Trail
Windsor

Ballachulish
ROMANTIC
SCOTLAND
Aberdeen

Balgonie
Banchory Lodge
Craigellachie
Culdearn House
Kildrummy Castle
Maryculter House
Norwood Hal
Pittodrie

Borders
Balcary Bay
Cally Palace
Castle Venlaw
Cringletie
Dryburgh Abbey
Glenapp Castle
Knockinaam Lodge
Ladyburn
Roxburghe
Stonefield Castle
Warren House

Dundee

Balbirnie
Fernie Castle
Peat Inn

Edinburgh
Balmoral
Bonham
Caledonian Hilton
Channings
Grosvenor
Howard P
Le Meridien
Melvin House
Sheraton Grand

Edinburgh area
Borthwick Castle
Dalhousie Castle
Marriott Dalmahoy

Ft. William/Oban
Ardanaiseig
Invercrerran
Inverlochy Castle
Isle of Eriska P
Kimberley
Knipoch Hotel
Loch Melfort
Lodge on the Lochv
Taychreggan

Glasgow
Malmaison
1 Devonshire Gardens

Nr. Glasgow

Culcreuch Castle

Highlands
Dornoch Castle
Inver Lodge
Isles of Glencoe
Loch Torridon
Poole House
Royal Marine P
Tulloch Castle

Inverness/Loch Ness
Arisaig House
Boat of Garten
Bunchrew
Carnegie Club Skibo Castle
Castle Stuart
Coul House
Culloden House
Dunain Park
Knockomie
Loch Torridon

Isle of Lewis

Cabarfeidh

Isle of Mull
Western Isles

Loch Lomond
Cameron House P
Inverbeg

Orkney
Balfour Castle

Perth

Loch Ranoch

Auchterarder
Ballathie
Gleneagles
Kinloch House
Kinnaird
Murrayshall

St. Andrews
Carnoustie Golf
Greywalls
Old Course
Old Manor
Rufflets
Rusacks

St. Andrews Bay
Fairmont St. Andrews Golf

Skye
Cullin Hills
Flodigarry
Kinloch Lodge

Stirling
Airth Castle
Culcreuch Castle

Cromlix House
Roman Camp

Troon/Prestwick
Culzean Castle
Barcelo Marine Highland
Westin Turnberry

Whisky Trail
Muckrach


Castle Venlaw

Howard

manor,   castle
What is worn under the kilt? There is the answer given by all Scotsmen - regardless of whether they have underwear on or not - is: NOTHING WORN, ALL IN FIRST CLASS WORKING ORDER!  

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Recommended Option - An Excursion to Orkney Ask about our two night excursion to Orkney, including round trip ferries and acommodations. You can visit Orkney’s unique heritage, including Skara Brae, Maes Howe, Brough of Birsay and St Magnus Cathedral. Private neolithic sites, traditional music, seabirds, craft and jewelry trails to name just a few ... from $350 to $487. Orkney’s 5,500 year-old Neolithic Heartland was granted World Heritage status by UNESCO in 1999, and includes the magnificent Ring of Brodgar - originally 60 stones in a vast circle between theStenness and Harray Lochs, 27 of which remain standing. Close by are the Standing Stones of Stenness, Barnhouse Village, the tomof Maeshowe, and in Sandwick, the incredibly well-preserved stone village of Skara Brae on the shore at Skaill. Orkney also has strong evidence of Bronze Age occupation (2000 BC - 700 BC) with over 200 barrows and cairns including those at the Knowes of Trotty in Harray, where four remarkable gold discs were found.

Depart Scrabster on Friday Depart from Scrabster at either 0600, 1200 or 1900*. The crossing takes one and a half hours. Spend two nights on a bed and breakfast basis in an Orkney Mainland hotel. Depart Stromness on the ferry at 0900 or 1630 on Sunday arriving at either 1030 or 1800. Package includes: Return NorthLink cruise ferry Scrabster to Stromness Accommodation in an Orkney Mainland hotel for two nights on a bed and breakfast basis. See itinerary below for Orkney and Shetland.  
Spend a week in a Scottish Castle

Some Recommendations: Choose from castles in Scotland.

Airth Castle

The Airth Castle Hotel was built some time after 1488. The Hotel has a fully equipped health center, which includes a gymnasium, sauna, steam room, solarium and indoor swimming pool. The Radisson SAS Airth Castle & Hotel Stirlingshire lies within easy reach of the historic city of Stirling, and the Scottish capital city of Edinburgh

Borthwick Castle

Borthwick Castle

Only twelve miles from Edinburgh in a pastoral valley, this romantic castle stands on the summit of a knoll on the periphery of the romantic Borders immortalized by Sir Walter Scott. Borthwick Castle built in 1430 was once the refuge of Mary Queen of Scots and the Earl of Bothwell. All the bedchambers, tastefully furnished in period style. Guests will wonder at the miracle of the stone mason's art embodied in the spiral staircases, the fourteen foot thickness of the walls and the magnificent twin towers which stand 100 feet high from the dungeons to the battlements.

Dornoch Castle

All 18 bedrooms are tastefully decorated with a strong emphasis on comfort, tranquillity but still having that baronial home feel about it. There are Superior Castle Rooms, Castle Rooms and Garden Rooms and there are several rooms of individual character. Many rooms which overlook the formal walled gardens and have wonderful views of the Dornoch Firth and to the hills beyond.

Dalhousie

Dalhousie Castle

The castle has 29 stylishly appointed standard castle rooms, all with private bathrooms. All Castle rooms are non-smoking. Aqueous at Dalhousie offers an excellent range of Spa treatments.

Themed rooms at Dalhousie Castle:

Robert the Bruce William de Ramsay swore fealty to King Edward for his lands of Dalhousie. He later joined King Robert the Bruce, who went onto a glorious victory over the English at Bannockburn in 1314. A very large high ceiling room, facing south across dramatic views of the rolling parkland and forests. The rich, luxurious, Renaldie decor fully justifies the noble place this King represents in Scottish history. A dramatically canopied King Size bed dominates the room, with striking tones of blue and burgundy, whilst the furnishings relate back to medieval times. The bathroom also reflects this period with its specially designed tiles and antique style fittings.

Sir William Wallace This grand room, with doors leading out onto the Castle battlements, offers a unique panorama across open fields, forests and the River South Esk, towards the distant Lammermuir Hills. Incorporating natural Castle stone with Wallace Tartan and Gothic style fittings, the large bed can be made up as a twin or double. The heraldic theme of the bedroom itself is complemented by a windowed bathroom with Wallace crest tiles and oak paneling.

India James, first and only Marquise of Dalhousie, became the youngest ever Governor General of India at the age of 33. The India room celebrates his magnificent contribution in the development of the Indian Empire. A large L-shaped room overlooking the River South Esk and facing south across open parkland and forests. Refurbished in a dramatic and distinct Indian style, this room has a canopied raffia double bed and furniture. The bathroom has a distinct Indian flavor in its decor along with today's modern bathroom facilities.

Inverlochy Castle

Inverlochy Castle is one of the world's most luxurious castle hotels, and regularly plays host to a myriad of international stars and royalty. Its breathtaking charm has been enjoyed by the likes of Mel Gibson and Liam Neeson, and is even featured in the diaries of Queen Victoria who wrote "I never saw a lovelier or more romantic spot". Built in 1863, the castle is uniquely situated between two of Scotland's most famous landmarks - Ben Nevis and Loch Ness, and stands proudly within some of the most magnificent scenery in the Highlands. With just 17 palatial bedrooms, this "hidden gem" is wonderfully discreet, and is surrounded by 500 acres of fabulous landscaped gardens, leading down to its own private loch.

Kildrummy Castle

Set in the heart of the Grampian Highlands, overlooking the ruins of the original 13th century castle, Kildrummy Castle Hotel offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the style and elegance of a bygone era. Kildrummy is a Scottish country house.

Roxburghe

The Roxburghe Hotel & Golf Course.

Also known as Floors Castle, the hotel is one of Scotland's finest country house hotels, set in 500 acres of mature woodland and rolling parkland, beside the River Teviot near Kelso. The Roxburghe has a relaxed, home from home atmosphere, which our guests find particularly welcoming and has earned a reputation for really good Scottish food and outstanding service. The largest inhabited house in Scotland, Floors Castle is home to the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe and their family. You can wander through spectacular State rooms with priceless European paintings.

Skibo

Skibo Castle

Throughout history Skibo has held a position of prominence. Its Celtic name translates as fairyland or place of peace. The checkered history of Skibo reflects the history of the highlands, and this provides much of Skibo's enchantment. This was the setting for Madonna's wedding. The castle forms the principle clubhouse, offering reception rooms with bedrooms and bathrooms of individual character

Stonefield Castle

Stonefield Castle Hotel is an outstanding example of Scottish baronial architecture. Built in 1837, the Castle stands high on the famous Kintyre peninsula commanding quite spectacular panoramic views over Loch Fyne. Guests can relax in the traditional elegance of wood paneled lounges with fine corniced ceilings, unwind on leisurely walks through the 60 acres of woodland grounds.

SPECIALS
Package deals to Scotland - Package deals to Edinburgh
For the best in Scottish travel, or planning your independent visit to Britain, arranging a car rental in Edinburgh, or one in Glasgow, take a look at the following discounted vacation packages. Bed and breakfasts and castles can all be part of your dream vacation.

One Week Self Drive Vacation with B&B's Scotland all inclusive Scottish car tours

Price Includes:
  • Round trip airfare to Glasgow. .
  • Self-drive car with unlimited mileage and tax for 6 days. Car rental in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness, and many other cities. Large cars, minibuses and automatics are available. You can prepay your car insurance. Please see the Car Information page.
  • 6 nights accommodations at your choice of 320 Scottish B&B's. All accommodations are with private bath. A booklet with addresses and phone numbers is included with your travel documents. Choose some from each category for maximum flexibility.
  • Vouchers are provided for each night of your stay. You call ahead to make reservations, or if you prefer, we will reserve them all before you go for a charge of $20.00 per person per reservation. Stay for any number of nights at any property.
  • Full hearty breakfast is served each day. This may include home-baked breads, farm-fresh eggs, cereal, sausage and bacon. (Continental in Edinburgh.)
  • Value-Added Tax (V.A.T.) and service charges.
  • YES! You can stay longer. Ask for rates.

Rate based on departure date from USA to GLASGOW Scotland all inclusive
RATES PER PERSON     Self Drive Scotland B&B Vacation    
July August September October November December
1838 1387 1336 1309 1247 1247
2038 1587 1536 1509 1447 1447
2088 1637 1563 1559 1497 1497
2038 1587 1536 1509 1447 1447
2138 1687 1636 1609 1547 1547
  SINGLE SUPPLEMENT 614      
  CHILD REDUCTION 252      
Plus up to $239 tax and service charges. Dates subject to availability. Weekends add up to $35 each direction. Automatic car, add $125 , total, not per person. Prices based on advance purchase fares of up to 45 days. For late bookings, prices will be higher. Later bookings may have a surcharge of $50. Book up until 22 days in advance. Additional single supplement payable at B&B's. When your trip spans two price periods, higher rates prevail.

Car Insurance CDW: You can prepay your car insurance from $18 per day


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Scotland B&B's with a Farewell Castle Night Vacation
Dalhousie Castle - stay in a scottish castletravel Scotland with Scotland car tours. Last minute travel packages available.
  • What our package deal to Scotland includes:
  • Round trip midweek airfare to Glasgow, Scotland.
  • Self-drive Alamo standard car with unlimited mileage and tax for 6 days to visit Scotland. Large cars, minibuses and automatics are available.
  • 5 nights accommodations at your choice of 320 Scottish B&B's. All accommodations are with private bath. A booklet with addresses and phone numbers is included with your travel documents. Choose some from each category for maximum flexibility.
  • Vouchers are provided for each night of your stay. You call ahead to make reservations. Stay for any number of nights at any property.
  • Your last night of your stay is spent at romantic Dalhousie Castle , Melville Castle or Borthwick Castle near Edinburgh. Our special, unique hotels exude the grace of a bygone era. Step back in history and savor the experience of staying in a medieval castle. Standard rooms are included in the price. Select your favorite room from luxurious junior suites to deluxe upgraded rooms, some with four poster beds at added cost.
  • Full hearty breakfast is served each day. This may include home-baked breads, farm-fresh eggs, cereal, sausage and bacon.
  • Value-Added Tax (V.A.T.) and service charges.
  • YES! You can stay longer. Ask for rates.
Rate based on departure date from USA
NOT ALL DATES ARE AVAILABLE AT THESE FARES.
Self Drive Scotland B&B/Castle Vacation     RATES PER PERSON      
             
July August September October November December CHRISTMAS
2210 1759 1708 1664 1602 1602 2284
2225 1774 1723 1679 1617 1617 2484
2275 1824 1750 1729 1667 1667 2484
2225 1774 1723 1679 1617 1617 3716
2325 1874 1823 1779 1717 1717 1102
    SINGLE SUPPLEMENT 877      
    CHILD REDUCTION 252      
Plus up to $239 tax and service charges. Dates subject to availability. Weekends add up to $35 each direction. Automatic car, add $125 , total, not per person. Prices based on advance purchase fares of up to 45 days. For late bookings, prices will be higher. Later bookings may have a surcharge of $50. Book up until 22 days in advance. Additional single supplement payable at B&B's. When your trip spans two price periods, higher rates prevail.

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historic scotland passWe recommend: Historic Scotland Pass -
  Adult Concession Child Family *
3 Day (over 5 days) 45 34 23 90
7 Day (over 14 days) 64 48 33 128
10 Day (over 30 days) 77 57 38 153
         
* Family includes two adults and two children aged between 5 & 15yrs old.        
DEFINITION OF ADMISSION CATEGORIES        
Adult: All others including students      
Concession: Senior Citizens (60 years of age and over)      
Child: Children under 16 years of age (under 5 admitted free). All children must be accompanied by an adult or concession category visitor. .      
covers admission charges to some of Scotland's top attractions. (Can be used on non-consecutive days) Historic Scotland operates some of Scotland's most famous historical attractions including Edinburgh, Stirling and Urquhart Castles to name just a few. Our new flexible Explorer Pass is the only ticket you will need to experience the very best of Scotland's built heritage. Explorer Passes can now be used on non-consecutive days allowing you more flexibility and freedom to visit when you want. Locations here.

scottidh castle
Stay in a Scottish Castle - go castle hopping in Scotland

Edinburgh – Aberdeen – Highlands – West Coast – Edinburgh
This beautiful individual 8 day car tour provides visitors with a unique experience to remember for a long time to come. Melville Castle, near Edinburgh Kildrummy Castle, Kildrummy (Aberdeen) Swallow Tulloch Castle, Dingwall (Highlands) Ballachulish Hotel, near Fort William (West Coast)

Travel Scotland Price includes
  • Self-drive Alamo standard car with unlimited mileage and tax for 7 days to visit Scotland. Large cars, minibuses and automatics are available.
  • 7 nights accommodation in accommodation
  • Day 1 Arrival Edinburgh Melville Castle near Edinburgh 4 star
    Day 2 Edinburgh Melville Castle
    Day 3 Royal Deeside Kildrummy Castle Kildrummy 4 star
    Day 4 Highlands Tulloch Castle Dingwall 4 star
    Day 5 Highlands Tulloch Castle
    Day 6 West Coast Ballachulish Hotel near Fort William 3 star superior
    Day 7 Edinburgh Melville Castle near Edinburgh 4 star
    Scottish breakfast.
  • 7-day Historic Scotland Explorer Pass (valid over 14 days)
  • City Sightseeing Edinburgh Tour (approx. 1 hour, hop on/hop off, ticket valid for 24 hours).
  • Value-Added Tax (V.A.T.) and service charges.
  • YES! You can stay longer.Ask for rates.
HolyroodDay 1 Arrival Arrive at Edinburgh/Glasgow Airport and pick up your self-drive car. Head for your splendid hotel in the Edinburgh area. Enjoy the grandeur of your hotel tonight or travel into Edinburgh.
Day 2 Edinburgh – Royal Deeside You will depart Edinburgh in the direction of Aberdeen. You will visit Scone Palace, the home of the Earl of Mansfield. Scone is a castellated palace, enlarged and embellished in 1803, incorporating the 16th century and earlier palaces. The Moot Hill at Scone was the site of the famous Coronation Stone of Scone (The Stone of Destiny), brought there in the 9th century by Kenneth MacAlpine, King of Scots. In 1296, the Stone was seized by the English and taken to Westminster Abbey. In 1997 the Stone was returned to Scotland and is now in Edinburgh Castle. You will continue through Royal Deeside to Kildrummy. Outside Aberdeen, visit Crathes Castle which has royal historic associations dating from 1323 when the Land of Leys were granted to the Burnett family by Robert the Bruce. The castle features some remarkable late 16th century painted ceilings. There is a large walled garden and the great yew hedges date from 1702 with fascinating examples of topiary.
Scottish teaDay 3 Royal Deeside - Highlands Travel northwards towards Inverness. In the morning follow the Whisky Trail and visit one of the many famous distilleries in the area. You can visit Glenfiddich, McCallums, Grants, Cardhu and many more. Each gives an audio-visual show and then a guided tour of the distillery to learn of the processes and for many the highlight is a tasting at the end of the tour. The choice of what to see and do in the Speyside area is huge – there are castles – Brodie, Cawdor (made famous by the Shakespeare’s Macbeth), and Ballindalloch. Visit Culloden Moor, site of the last land battle on British soil, wander around Inverness, capital of the Highlands, take the Strathspey Railway from Boat of Garten to Aviemore, watch the Ospreys at Loch Garten. Accommodation in Dingwall.
Day 4 Highlands (Inverewe Gardens) Enjoy a day visiting the West Coast of Scotland. Journey across to Ullapool, a quaint fishing village. Then travel down past the dramatic Corrieshalloch Gorge to the Inverewe Gardens, run by the National Trust for Scotland. These magnificent gardens have a famous rhododendron collection and who would expect to find palm trees in Scotland. Return through the magnificent scenery of the Torridon area and past Loch Maree. Return to Dingwall.
Highlands GardensDay 5 Highlands (Sutherland) Today begins with a visit to the capital of the Highlands, Inverness before heading for a day trip into the northern highlands. Head for the Kessock Bridge and the Black Isle, in reality a peninsula decked out in a thousand shades of green. A maze of quiet country roads and forest tracks, the area is a delight to explore. It is a naturalist paradise with attractions such as the bird reserves and Munlochy and Udale Bay and the famous dolphins that can be best viewed on cruises from Cromarty. Continue north visiting Dunrobin Castle and Gardens bringing to life the lives through the centuries of the Earls of Sutherland. Here you can enjoy a display of the ancient sport of falconry in the gardens of the castle. Return to Dingwall.
Scottish highlandsDay 6 Highlands – West Coast Today travel south via Loch Ness. Loch Ness forms part of the Caledonian Canal a feat of some great engineering by Thomas Telford linking East Scotland with West by using a series of lochs linked by a canal system. Make a stop at Urquhart Castle, a very scenic spot and also the place where the most sightings of «Nessie» have been. Continue towards Fort William, which nestles beneath the highest mountain in Great Britain – Ben Nevis. If time allows, why not take a ride up in a gondola at Anoch Mor that on a good day will offer stunning views over the west coast. From Fort William, continue south to Ballachulish.
Castle VenlawDay 7 West Coast - Edinburgh You will drive through Glen Coe, the dramatic and historic glen (valley), and scene of the 1692 massacre of part of the MacDonald clan by soldiers of King William. Its steep sided mountains offer super walking and climbing. Red deer, wildcat, golden eagle and rare arctic plants can be seen among the breathtaking peaks and spectacular waterfalls. Travel onto Stirling and visit Stirling Castle, magnificent both in its situation on a commanding rocky outcrop and in its architecture. Of outstanding interest are the Great Hall and the Gatehouse of James IV, the marvellous palace of James V; the Chapel Royal remodelled by James VI, and the artillery fortifications of the 16th and 18th centuries. The castle was a favourite royal residence and the birthplace of James II in 1430. From Stirling continue to Edinburgh.
Day 8 Depart for home.
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SUGGESTED ITINERARY FOR SCOTLAND CAR TOUR VACATION Shetland & Orkney Odyssey 6 Day Package -

Orkney TourSaturday & Monday (Wednesday Extra night)

Day 1 Aberdeen - Lerwick After a full day touring Royal Deeside or Speyside check into your private cabin on the ferry to Lerwick. Relax in one of the well-stocked bars and enjoy a delicious dinner in the restaurant. Overnight on the ferry Aberdeen - Lerwick (17.00 or 19.00 Hours)

Day 2 Shetland On waking up in Lerwick, start your exploration of Shetland by travelling south where you will find the main tourist attractions. Visit Mousa Broch, the finest surviving Iron Age broch tower on its own little island. Step into the life of a Shetland crofter at the Shetland Croft House Museum and, one of the highlights of Shetland, explore the Jarlshof Prehistoric and Norse Settlement. Back in Lerwick learn some of the history of the islanders at the Shetland Museum, or drink some of the local ale in one of the pubs. Overnight on Shetland.

Day 3 Shetland A trip to Shetland would not be complete without looking at the wildlife. Its dramatic cliffs, sculpted by the sea are a perfect breeding ground for migrating birds, the most popular with the tourists being the Puffin. Seals are also plentiful and easily seen lazing on the rocks or the white sandy beaches, and a must is the famous Shetland pony, which always provide a good photo opportunity. Shetland is also known for its jewellery, which has a strong Viking influence, and you can visit the workshops and see the items being hand made. Late in the afternoon it will be time to board the ferry again for the 4½-hour journey to Orkney (17.30 or 19.00). Overnight on Orkney

Skara BraeDay 4 Orkney Today you will have the opportunity to tour much of Main Island and visit the key prehistoric sites of the Ring of Brodgar, Stones of Stenness, Maeshowe, and Skara Brae. Standing within the circle of the Stones of Stenness preferably on an early spring day it is easy to imagine prehistoric people gathering here. A few yards away at Barnhouse neolithic village, the entrance to the largest building was aligned to the setting of the midsummer day sun. One mile distant the burial chamber of Maeshowe is directly illuminated only at midwinter solstice and the Ring of Brodgar also part of this great ceremonial centre may have been used to track the movements of the moon, such is the magic of this place. Travelling to Skara Brae on the west of Main island you step back 5,000 years. Here, preserved for millennia under sand dunes, the prehistoric village of Skara Brae remained undisturbed until 1850 where a great storm revealed the village for the first time. What is so surprising are the parallels with modern man, there are box beds, stone seats, dressers and cupboards and damp proofing. Departing Skara Brae you return to the 21st Century continue onto your accommodation for overnight on Orkney.

Day 5 Orkney Today you will have the opportunity to visit St. Magnus Cathedral, the best example of Norman Architecture that has survived in Scotland. The cathedral dominates the town but only yards away are buildings of comparable significance in the ruins of the Bishop's Palace and the Earl's Palace. The Earl's Palace has been described as "the most mature and accomplished piece of Renaissance architecture left in Scotland". After visiting the historical sites in the centre of Kirkwall you can then enjoy a walk along the winding flagstoned main street, which is lined with houses dating from the 16th century. In this bustling thoroughfare you can shop for jewellery, pottery, amber, traditional knitwear, and a vast variety of Orkney food. Before departing Kirkwall no visit to the Orkneys would be complete without a visit to the island's only whisky distillery, Highland Park, which was established over two hundred years ago and still uses the same traditional methods. Enjoy a tour of the distillery with a tasting of one of Scotland's finest malt whiskies. Among the many attractions on Orkney is Scapa Flow, the scene of momentous events during both world wars. Visit the series of causeways known as the Churchill Barriers. Winston Churchill was responsible for the construction of the causeways between the islands and here the wrecks of a number of block ships can be seen as well as what is known as the "The miracle of Camp 60", The Italian Chapel. Among those who worked on the Churchill Barriers were Italian prisoners of war. Far from home, unhappy with the climate, they found religious consolation through the unlikely form of two Nissan huts. These were lined with plasterboard then painted with a beautiful fresco. With further embellishments the chapel became a moving monument to those lost in war. Late afternoon you reboard your ferry for the final leg of this extension back to Aberdeen. Overnight on ferry (23.45)

Day 6 Aberdeen You will wake up back in Aberdeen, refreshed and ready to carry on with your itinerary.


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The Hebrides comprise a widespread and diverse archipelago off the west coast of Scotland, and in geological terms are composed of the oldest rocks in Europe They can be divided into two main groups: Inner Hebrides, including Islay, Jura, Skye, Mull, Raasay, Staffa and the Small Isles Outer Hebrides, including Barra, Berneray, Harris, Lewis, North Uist, South Uist, and St Kilda.
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