Company
registered in Scotland no. SC164516 at 23 Old Fishmarket Close,
Edinburgh, EH1 1RW.
Scotland's Homecoming 2009 - Rabbie's Clan MacGregor 3 Day Tour
From the Lowlands of Scotland and her capital city Edinburgh, we journey in the footsteps of Clan MacGregor on this fascinating insight into the clan’s history.
Prices:
including Guesthouse bed & breakfast on tour: £290 per person based on 2 sharing, £355 for single room including Hotel accommodation on tour:
£370 per person based on 2 sharing, £430 for single room
Prices include unique Clan Tour and tour accommodation only
Bookings: email tours@rabbies.com or phone our sales team on +44(0) 131 226 3133
Full Itinerary
Day 1
Departing Edinburgh at 9am we travel west past Stirling Castle and into the Highlands of Scotland. Travelling through the beauty of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park we make our first stop at the visitor centre at Kilmahog. From there it is a short drive north to experience the serenity of Loch Lubnaig.
After a short stop at Loch Lubnaig we continue north along the the shores of the loch, through the ancient village of Strathyre and into Balquhidder. In Balquhidder we will visit Balquhidder church where you can see the grave of the infamous highland outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor. From there we travel north past Loch Earn and onto the town of Dalmally. In Dalmally we will visit Dalmally Kirk, an ancient MacGregor burial site, before enjoying lunch at the friendly, family-run Glen Orchy Lodge Hotel.
After lunch there is a short drive to the ancient MacGregor stronghold of Kilchurn Castle. Nestled on the shores of the magnificient Loch Awe and overlooked by the imposing Ben Cruachan, Kilchurn Castle has one of the most romantic settings of any castle in Scotland. From Kilchurn Castle we will make our way to the picturesque town of Inveraray. Here you have the opportunity to visit Inveraray Castle, seat of the Duke of Argyll. The castle has on display the sporran of Rob Roy MacGregor. We will spend the evening in Inveraray.
Day 2 Upon leaving Inveraray we will follow the shores of scenic Loch Fyne before travelling through the Arrochar Alps, past Loch Long and onto the beauty and splendour of Loch Lomond, Scotland’s most romantic loch. We will stop on Loch Lomond in the picturesque conservation village of Luss where you can see the workers cottage built in the 1750’s and even take a stroll along the beach. After our stop in Luss we continue down Loch Lomond and onto Glen Fruin, scene of a battle between the Colquhouns and the MacGregors in 1603, which led to the name MacGregor being proscribed, effectively turning the entire clan into outlaws.
From Glen Fruin, we return to Loch Lomond and follow its shores eastwards as we make our way towards the village of Gartocharn, where we will stop for lunch. After lunch we make our way to the beautiful village of Balmaha. At Balmaha we will take a ferry out to Inchcailloch Island, ancient burial ground for the MacGregors and area of outstanding natural beauty. Upon returning to Balmaha, we will make the short trip to the historic town of Drymen where we will spend the night.
Day 3
In the morning we take the stunning journey along the road to Inversnaid where we will take a short walk to see Rob Roy’s Cave, one of the legendary outlaw’s favourite hiding places. After experiencing the glorious views of Loch Lomond from Inversnaid, we have a short drive before arriving at the town of Aberfoyle where we will have lunch.
After lunch it is another short drive to MacGregor’s Barn, site of a farm dating back to 1474 and an annual gathering place for Clan Gregor for over 500 years. At MacGregor’s barn we will enjoy an afternoon of Highland history, including whisky tasting and afternoon tea. From there we return to Edinburgh, via the scenic Duke’s Pass and the beautiful Loch Achray.
Inclusions:
Accommodation – choice of 3 star hotels with breakfast or Guesthouse / bed & breakfast en suite.
Minicoach tour with professional Rabbie’s driver/guide and a maximum group size of 16.
Exclusions:
Meals other than breakfast
Attraction entry fees
We also have the following Package Holiday for Clan MacGregor
Arrival date: Friday 24th July 2009
Departure date: Friday 31st July 2009
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Edinburgh. Check into accommodation
Day 2 The Gathering events
Day 3 The Gathering events
Day 4 Depart on the Clan MacGregor Homelands tour
Day 5 On tour
Day 6 On tour - arriving back in Edinburgh early evening
Day 7 Edinburgh city tour
Day 8 Depart for home
Price includes:
7 nights accommodation – central 3 star hotels with breakfast
Edinburgh city tour (hop-on hop-off ticket)
3 Day Clan Homelands minicoach tour with driver/guide. Maximum group size of 16
Not included:
Meals other than breakfast
Other Entry fees (approx. £18)
The Gathering Passport
Optional tips for your driver/guides
Email tours@rabbies.com or telephone our sales team on +44(0) 131 226 3133.
