Walking up to 3 miles per day at a moderate pace of 2 mph over varied terrain, including cobblestones, gravel, grass, and woodland paths with some uneven surfaces and hilly areas. Standing up to 4.5 hours per day. Program will require approximately 19 miles of walking with the group over 12 days. The extent and duration of additional walking during free time will be in accordance with personal choice. Participants should be prepared to navigate uneven stairs with and without handrails throughout the program and be comfortable walking through narrow passageways and uneven surfaces at some castle visits. Due to extensive walking over inaccessible natural terrain, wheelchairs and scooters cannot be accommodated on this program. Must be physically capable of participating in all planned program activities.
Scotland
Exploring Scotland’s East Coast: From Rebels To Royals
Program No. 25607RJ
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Program
At a Glance
Duration
13 days
Program Begins
Edinburgh.
Program Concludes
Edinburgh.
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
27 (
11B, 5L, 11D
)
Activity Level
From
6,199The moment you step out onto Princes Street and spy Edinburgh Castle, looming high on Castle Rock, you’ll begin to understand why Scotland captures so many hearts and imaginations. While in Edinburgh, you’ll explore the Royal Mile, anchored on one end by the castle. And there’s so much more on this breathtaking journey! Explore the Royal retreat at Balmoral. Catch a view of the Home of Golf — The Old Course in St. Andrews — and experience the stunning Victoria & Albert Museum in Dundee. Uncover the history of Tantallon and Stirling castles and wonder at impossibly scenic Dunnottar Castle, surrounded by sea on three sides. Delight in Scottish music, sample a whisky or two (no “e”, thank you), and perhaps hazard a haggis. Learn on journeys to ancient abbeys, Pictish stones, Roman ruins — even, if you join us in summer or fall, to a working farm to watch border collies herding ducks! This is an incredible educational adventure with skilled Group Leaders and subject-matter experts to give context and depth to your experience.
Best of all, you'll...
- Explore Old and New Edinburgh, visit Edinburgh Castle and follow the storied Royal Mile.
- Immerse yourself in centuries of history at Stirling and Tantallon castles, Melrose Abbey and more.
- Journey to the Grampian Mountains and Balmoral Castle, summer home to the Royal Family since Victorian days.
Featured Expert
Margaret Hubbard
Margaret Hubbard has many years' experience guiding visitors around her native Scotland. She holds an M.A. in English and history, a diploma in secondary education, and a diploma in family and local history. Margaret qualified as a Blue Badge guide in 2006 and was for many years a trainer and principal assessor for the STGA course. She has led "Best of Scotland" Road Scholar programs since 2014. Her knowledge is matched with an ability to weave the stories of Scotland with humor and local interest.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
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 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.
- 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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