Pitlochry and the Cairngorms

Situated in the heart of Scotland, Pitlochry has been a tourist destination for over 150 years. The region’s sparkling clean air, rich history and wonderful scenery make this an excellent base from which to explore a classic Scottish itinerary. Tours are based on Sunday or Monday departures.

RRS Discovery • Glamis Castle • Cairngorm National Park • Atholl Palace Hotel • Distillery

Day 1 Travel to the hotel in Pitlochry.

Day 2 The vibrant city of Dundee, with its new waterfront development and  V&A Museum, is our first stop today. We visit Captain Scott’s ship, the RRS Discovery. Explore the ship and relive the hardships and triumphs of the remarkable expedition to the Antarctic. Following time at leisure, on then to Glamis Castle for an included visit and guided tour of the splendid childhood home of Her Majesty the Queen Mother.

Day 3 This morning, venture into the Cairngorm National Park, where we include a visit to the Cairngorm Exhibition and a 'Mountain Guided Talk' with refreshments. In the afternoon, visit the magnificent Atholl Palace Hotel, and its fascinating museum, followed by a delightful cream tea.

Day 4 A classic excursion for any tour of Scotland is a visit to a distillery. Blair Athol Distillery in the centre of town is one of the oldest working distilleries in the country, producing 12 year old single malt whisky drawing the crystal clear waters of the Allt Dour burn. A tour and tasting is included. The afternoon is at leisure.

Day 5 Homeward journey.

The Enchanted Forest

A spectacular Sound and Light Show through Faskally Woods near Pitlochry. Tours include 4 nights half board, plus admission to the 'Enchanted Forest' with local transfers. Please contact us for further details.

All tours are tailored to your requirements and can be adapted for travel by coach and/or air as you prefer. Occasionally itineraries change. Please see our current brochure or contact us for the latest version.

Fishers Hotel, Pitlochry

Located in the town centre, the hotel's owners continue to make improvements throughout the hotel and grounds. The atmospheric lounge and large dining room incorporate the traditional style of the building.

• 4 star • 139 rooms • Lift

• Coach parking nearby

Your tour includes:

• 4 nights half board in Pitlochry with:
Porter service, Full Scottish breakfast
3 course dinner with choice and tea/coffee
Entertainment on 1 night during stay

• Admission to RRS Discovery

• Guided tour of Glamis Castle

• Visit to Cairngorm Exhibition and 'Mountain Guided Talk' with refreshments

• Cream tea at the Atholl Palace Hotel

• Tour and tasting at Blair Athol Distillery

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