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Scotland

Scotland at a Slower Pace: A Journey From Glasgow to Edinburgh

Program No. 23881RJ

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A treasure trove of history, natural beauty and charming locals, Scotland waits to be explored. Discover its cities and country towns on this learning adventure that moves at a slower “ramble” and with fewer stairs. From Glasgow to Edinburgh, admire urban architecture and famed museums while also appreciating the modern life that thrives along ancient streets. Delight in the peaceful beauty of the Highlands as you explore castles and ride along one of the most famous railways in the world, the West Highland Railway.

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Admire the impressive architecture of Glasgow and Edinburgh during expert-led coach explorations of each city.
Journey through The Trossachs National Park, home to Loch Lomond, via coach on your way to Oban, and enjoy a whisky tasting and an evening of Scottish music.
Ride along the world-famous West Highland Railway and delight in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands from your train car.

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John Duthie

John Duthie has been a travel professional since 2010, gaining accreditation in 2014. He enjoys showing visitors all over Scotland and participating in the wide variety of the work available. John became a Road Scholar course director in 2017. Based in Glasgow, his outside interests include piping, curling, and golf.

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This expert may not be available for every date of the program

Please Note:

These experts may not be available for every date of the program

John Duthie

Carole Flynn

Carole Flynn taught for over 40 years in mainstream schools as well as the Children's Hospital School at Great Ormond Street in London, where she was the assistant head teacher. She joined Road Scholar in 2014 as a group leader. She has also been a group leader on many transatlantic programs and several Nordic programs. She has also been part of the team on two Private Plane programs. She enjoys gardening, walking, craft/art work, and playing the piano.

John Hannyngton

John Hannyngton worked in educational travel during his career. For 20 years he lived in Boston where he started ACIS, an educational travel company which was taken over in due course by AIFS, a much larger and more diverse educational organization.

Claire French

Claire French, from teaching English across Asia to a successful global travel industry career, has had an interest in people and places that has taken her around the world many times. Now based mainly in the north of England, she’s exploring closer to home, whether that’s city restaurants and theatre, or seeking out hidden rural gems. As a Road Scholar group leader, she thoroughly enjoys meeting fellow curious minds, and facilitating the cultural immersion and learning that each individual participant seeks.

Jenny McBain

Jenny McBain is a proud member of the Scottish Tourist Guides Association and holder of the Green Badge qualification, gained through study at the University of the Highlands and Islands. Born in Ayrshire in the Scottish Lowlands, Jenny has lived in the Highlands for many years, working in radio and print journalism and covering a wide range of topics. Travel writing has given her the opportunity to explore distant locations. However, her favorite adventures have taken place at home in Scotland.

Fiona Mackenzie

Fiona Mackenzie is a Scottish travel professional. In 2018, she completed over 18 months' formal study of Scotland, ranging from geology to history, architecture, and wildlife, traveling across the country to research and find new horizons. She loves the "why" of history, landscape, and architecture, as well as the plants of Scotland and how they are used. Fiona is also interested in handcrafts, bridges, Scottish food and drink, and traditional life.

Birgit Roder

Dr. Birgit Roder was born in Germany; in 1993, she moved to the UK where she completed a Ph.D. on the works of the Romantic writer E.T.A. Hoffmann at the University of Reading. She is the author of 'A Study of the Major Novellas of E.T.A. Hoffmann' (2003). She is an expert on European culture of the 18th and 19th centuries and has lectured at the Universities of Reading, Warwick, and St Andrews. She lives in the historic town of St Andrews, Scotland.

Wendy Newton

Wendy Newton, born into a Highland farming family, used early practical skills to become an engineer, which took her all over the world. Now returned to her native Highland home, Wendy has been sharing her Scottish homeland, its history, story, crafts, culture and heritage, and its future with visitors from across the world. She is qualified as a Scottish Tour Guide Association Blue Badge Guide.

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On Your Feet

Walking on uneven terrain and some cobbled streets in Edinburgh. Visits to some Castles with uneven, worn stone steps and narrow passageways.

Small Group (13 to 24)

Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

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We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

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Peace of Mind

We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.
Assurance Plan

Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.
Want to Protect Your Investment?

Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.
Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

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