Haunted Scotland Adventure

Legendary Scotland

August 1^st- 8th, 2009

Don't miss a great opportunity to travel with Lynn and I to Scotland for a must have adventure! And, we custom built this trip to include it all! If you have always wanted to visit Scotland -- here is your chance!

Visit haunted castles and even stay at a haunted castle, hike thru ghostly undergrounds, and look for legendary monsters...such as Nessie your friendly Loch Ness monster! Also, go for a adventurous safari through the highlands, take the Harry Potter steam train, whisky tastings, and so much more! And, yes - we have the 4-5* hotels - so definately a step up from Egypt!

Start your journey in famous Edinburgh then explore ancient Lochs in Inverness before moving on to see the gorgeous mountains of the highlands in Isle of Skye.

Deposit to hold your spot is due now!! Don't miss it!

Hope you can join us!
Vanesa & Lynn
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Highlights:

Edinburgh – Edinburgh Castle, Real Mary King’s Close, Heritage Museum,

                       The Witchery
Inverness- Highland Safari, Search for Nessie, Urquhart Castle , Cawdor         

                    Castle (Nairn) Glenfiddich Distillery
Isle of Skye- Eileen Donan, Dunvegan, Kilt Rock, Old Man of Storr,

                   Talisker Whiskey Distillery ,Jacobite Steam Train (Harry Potter Train),

Stirling-    Stirling Castle, The Wallace Monument 

Spend the night in a Haunted Castle!!
3, 4 & 5 Star Hotel & Castle Stays (5 Star Exclusive Overnight in Castle)

Itinerary

Day 1- Travel Arrive in Edinburgh

Arrive In Edinburgh. Take a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle and then walk down the Royal Mile to Mary Kings Close. Start your spooky encounter in Edinburgh go below Edinburgh’s Royal Mile to the Real Mary King’s Close. Your tour guide will show you where some of the apparitions have appeared in this atmospheric old setting.Afterwards lunch can be taken at a suitable restaurant on the Royal Mile (not included) before continuing to The palace of Holyroodhouse where a guided tour can be arranged for later this afternoon. A short walk later and you'll be back at your hotel. Late tonight take an optional night tour and ghost hunt of Edinburgh Castle complete with our own gear and experienced paranormal investigators.

Meals; Welcome Dinner

 Day 2-  Edinburgh/ Inverness

 Sleep in and recover from your late night ghost hunt ot tour Edinburgh on your own in the morning for a chance for some shopping and optional sightseeing opportunities. Dont forget to stop by Greyfriar's cemetery one of the spookiest places on Earth. (Cemetery & Underground Vault tour optional) Then its off to Perthshire for a Highland Safari.  Hop on a Land Rover for an exciting ride across the Highlands.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

 Day 3- Inverness

 This morning travel to Culloden to take a tour of the Battlefield with a Highland Clansman. From there travel to Cawdor where you will enjoy a tour of this castle and its famous gardens. Lunch is Included today before heading to Speyside to tour the Whiskey Trail. Here we will take part in a Connoisseurs tour of the Glenfiddich Distillery.

Cawdor Castle, Nairn

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4- Inverness/Isle of Skye

Today we will head over to Isle of Skye. En route we will stop to search for the Loch Ness monster via a boat trip on Loch Ness then a vist of Urquhart Castle.

After Lunch we will continue to Dornie and tour Eilean Donan Castle (Clan MacRae) before heading over the Skye Bridge.  

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5-Isle of Skye

Depart on panoramic tour of the north of the Island this morning. Some famous places include The Old Man of Storr and Kilt Rock Waterfall.

Kilt Rock

After Lunch we will travel to Dunvegan for a tour of Dunvegan Castle and a search for the Fairey Flag. Later we will visit the Haunted Talisker Whiskey Distillery for another quick tasting.

Dunvegan Castle- Fairy Flag and access to Fairy Land (Clan of McLeod)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch &  Dinner

Day 6- Stirling

This morning visit Armadale Castle (Clan Donald Centre) is planned before boarding the ferry to Mallaig. 

At Mallaig hop on the Harry Potter Steam Train and travel to Fort Wiliam.  

 Day 7-  Stirling

 This morning we will continue onto Stirling via the spectacular Glencoe and Loch Lomond. We'll even get a chance to tour Stirling Castle before traveling the short distance to The Wallace Monument (climbing to the top of the monument entrance fee not included) Later this afternoon we'll head over to Banknock and our castle stay. Farewell dinner at our castle.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Day 8- Edinbugh

Will leave from stirling for the short trip back to Edinburgh. Back to the US, Our privat mini-bus will drop us off back at the Edinburgh Airport

Included in this tour:

Land & transportation while in Scotland

3 & 4 star Hotel/5 Star Castle stays

Scottish Breakfast every morning (please state whether you are a vegetarian)

Meals as listed in itinerary

Entry into museums and listed castles

Air conditioned mini-bus

Ferry crossings

Tour guide

Not Included:

Airfare

Taxes

Fuel Surcharges

Gratuities & Tips

Travel Insurance 

Optional Diving at Loch Ness

Cancellation Policy 

• Initial Deposit of $420 is non –refundable.
• Any cancellations within 120-90 days of departure will incur an additional $350 fee (not including any fees for paypal or eventbrite) Absolutely no refunds of airfare.
• Sorry no Refunds within 90 days of departure
• No substitutions within 45 days of departure, and substitutions 90-46 days of departure may be subject to an additional $100 fee

Price & Payments

 Total Cost without air is 1330 british pounds or approximately $1890 per person with the exchange rate of 1.43

exchange rate is subject to change

 *****If you traveled with us previously see end of page for a special price ************

Non- Refundable Deposit : $420 due ASAP to hold your spot. 

2^nd Payment of $450 due 4/1/09

3^rd Payment of $510 due 5/1/09

4^th Payment of $510 due 6/1/09

 Single Supplement $800- if you want to skip the single supplement and share a room, let us pair you up with our roommate matching system

For New Signups- We Still have space available please contact the organizer if you're interested.

Please Note: you must be able to hike and climb up castle stairs unassisted for this trip. Also while in Edinburgh you will need to be able to walk up and down the Royal Mile. This is a moderately active trip and may include some dark, narrow corridors and scary alleys. It is not for the faint of heart.

Space is limited max 15 people.

INSURANCE:

Baggage/Trip Cancellation/Trip Delay/Medical insurance is NOT included.

You can procure this on your own or contact the organizer for assistance.

Disclaimers:

August is a busy time for Scotland with all the festivities as such this itinerary is subject to change until final payment is made.

By paying your deposit you agree to hold the organizers and leaders of this group harmless in case of accident, harm or issue. This trip can be scary and adventurous at times. You agree that you are responsible for your own safety and understand that while travel insurance is not required it is highly recommended to cover any changes, delays, accidents that may occur.

Also note that unless you have paid in full upfront, exchange rate is subject to change meaning monthly payments are subject to change until paid in full.

Just a sample of some of the cool 3,4 and 5 star accomodations we'll be staying in.

***For frequent travelers***

If you have traveled with us in the past, and want to save up to 5% on paypal and eventbrite fees please contact us for directions on sending a check.

Same dates and requirements apply for paying by check. Also a $35 returned check fee will be charged for any bad checks.