Scotland
Scotland at a Slower Pace: A Journey From Glasgow to Edinburgh
Program No. 23881RJ
Discover Scotland at a slower pace — with less walking and fewer stairs — on this learning adventure that leads from Glasgow to Oban, Fort William, Inverness, Perth/Dundee and Edinburgh
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15 days
14 nights
34 meals
13B 10L 11D
1
In Transit to Program
In Flight
7
West Highland Railway, Glencoe
Ballaculish
8
Transfer to Inverness, Isle of Skye
Inverness
9
Fort George, Culloden Battlefield
Inverness
10
Urquhart Castle, Free Time
Inverness
12
Transfer to Edinburgh, Culross
Edinburgh.
14
Edinburgh Castle, Free Time
Edinburgh.
15
Program Concludes
Edinburgh.
At a Glance
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.
Activity Level
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
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
Best of all, you’ll…
- 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 a Scottish Music evening.
- Ride along the world-famous West Highland Railway and delight in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands from your train car.
Suggested Reading List
(12 books)
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You can find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
Scotland at a Slower Pace: A Journey From Glasgow to Edinburgh
Program Number: 23881
Book Lovers' Edinburgh: A Guide and Companion
Part guidebook, part readers' companion, Book Lovers' Edinburgh is an exploration of a great city that has been celebrated for its literature since ancient times.
Scotland: A Concise History
Continuously in print for over thirty years and renowned to this day for the authority and wit with which it disentangles the complex threads of Scotland's rich history, this classic work has been brought up to date with a new chapter examining the Scots identity in the wake of the first Scottish Parliament in nearly 300 years.
Scottish Highlanders: A People and their Place
The Highland Clans
The Scottish Nation: 1700-2000
Edinburgh, A Cultural History
A literary, cultural guide to the art, architecture, traditions and history of Edinburgh. Campbell reveals the many dimensions to this fascinating meeting place between Protestantism and bohemianism.
Scotland: The Story of a Nation
The Highland Clearances
Culloden
Castle and Tower Houses of the Scottish Clans
Wild Voices: Journeys Through Time in the Scottish Highlands
Scotland: The Autobiography
Program No.
23881
Duration
15 days
Program Begins
Glasgow.
Program Concludes
Edinburgh.
Group Type
Small Group
Activity Level
At a Glance
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.
Best of all, you'll...
- 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 a Scottish Music evening.
- Ride along the world-famous West Highland Railway and delight in the beauty of the Scottish Highlands from your train car.
Activity Level
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
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
Suggested Reading List
View Full List: 12 Books
You can also find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
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MEALS
34 Meals
13 Breakfasts
10 Lunches
11 Dinners
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