Scotland ~ Stirling
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SMALL GROUP Ma xi mum of LAND 28 Travele rs JO URNEY Scotland ~ Stirling Inspiring Moments >Revel in the pageantry of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. >Admire the captivating beauty of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs INCLUDED FEATURES National Park in the Highlands. >Meet a kilt maker and bagpiper to Accommodations Itinerary (with baggage handling) Day 1 Depart gateway city A learn about these vibrant traditions. – 7 nights in Stirling, Scotland, at the Day 2 Arrive in Edinburgh | Transfer A >Marvel at majestic Edinburgh Castle. Stirling Highland Hotel, a first-class to Stirling >Witness St Andrews’ gems — its hotel. Day 3 Stirling cathedral, castle and the Old Course, Extensive Meal Program Day 4 Luss | Loch Lomond and The golf’s home. – 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners, Trossachs >Take in commanding vistas from the including Welcome and Farewell Day 5 St Andrews ramparts of Stirling Castle. Dinners; tea or coffee with all meals, Day 6 Edinburgh > plus wine with dinner. Experience a haggis ceremony and Day 7 Perth | Crieff relish a joyful ceilidh, a party filled – Opportunities to sample authentic Day 8 Stirling with folk music and dancing. cuisine and local flavors. Day 9 Transfer to Edinburgh | Depart Your One-of-a-Kind Journey for gateway city A Stirling Castle – Discovery excursions highlight ATransfers and flights included for AHI FlexAir participants. the local culture, heritage and history. Note: Itinerary may change due to local conditions. – Expert-led Enrichment programs Walking is required on many excursions. enhance your insight into the region. – AHI Connects: Local immersion. – Free time to pursue your own interests. – Welcome and Farewell Receptions to mingle with fellow travelers. – A personal VOX headset to hear your ® English-speaking guide clearly. Alumni C amp us Abroad – Tipping of guides and drivers. – Complimentary travel mementos. 404-894-0758 www.gtalumni.org PROVESNCCOPETR &LO ATGNHRDEA ~MF RS TTEINITRCLLEHIN RG IVIERA Discovery Enrichment AHI Connects: Kilts, Tartans and Medieval History. Gain insights about Pipes. Visit a kilt maker to learn about Scotland’s struggle for freedom and hear Highland dress and tartans. You’ll also stories of its famous figures, Robert the meet a bagpiper, who will perform and Bruce and William Wallace. talk about this iconic instrument. The Stewart Line and the Jacobite Stirling. Stirling lies in the heart of a Rebellions. Examine the period from very historic area of Scotland. Visit the Mary, Queen of Scots, through the rise site of the Battle of Bannockburn, and and fall of the Stewart line, to the onset listen to the story of the Scots’ triumph of the Jacobite Rebellions. in this 14th-century battle. Explore grand Scotland Today. Learn about current Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Stirling Castle, an important stronghold issues influencing everyday life. and royal residence, where Mary, Queen of Scots, spent her early childhood. See Meet the People. Chat with local the Great Hall and royal chambers. Scots and discuss topics of interest. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs. Delight in the marvelous scenery of this vast national park known for its pristine lochs and munros, or mountains. Stroll through the pretty village of Luss past rows of slate and sandstone cottages Edinburgh originally built for workers at the nearby slate quarries. After lunch along Loch Lomond’s shore, enjoy a scenic drive UNESCO World Heritage through Aberfoyle and Queen Elizabeth Old and New Towns of Edinburgh Forest Park in the Trossachs. The harmonious juxtaposition of these two contrasting historic areas, St Andrews. See the towering National each with many important buildings, Wallace Monument before continuing gives the city its unique character. to St Andrews. With a guide, walk amid Glenturret Distillery, Crieff the seaside ruins of St Andrews castle, and envision the size and grandeur of the town’s 12th-century cathedral from Let us arrange your flights! A the remnants that still stand. Next, see AHI Travel Expertise AHI FlexAir | Our personalized air the celebrated St Andrews Old Course, Passenger Service Representative | program offers incredible advantages: where golf has been played for more Helps with everything from arranging – price guarantee than 600 years. flights to fulfilling special requests. – arrival and departure transfers Edinburgh and the Tattoo. On the Travel Director | Manages all details – flexibility to change or cancel way to Edinburgh, see the Forth Bridge, to ensure a memorable trip. – assistance with changes or delays the oldest multispan cantilever bridge. – flight insurance Once in the dynamic capital, admire Travel information | Prepares you fully the medieval Old Town and the Georgian for your journey. New Town. Walk along the atmospheric Expert local guides | Provide friendly, DATES & PRICES Royal Mile and visit Edinburgh Castle knowledgeable service. high atop Castle Rock. Later, delight Lecturers | Share their knowledge August 10-18, 2020 in the unforgettable Royal Edinburgh of and passion for their country. Military Tattoo, performed before the From $3,445 stunning, floodlit castle. Scone Palace and the Famous Special Savings $250 Grouse Experience. Journey to Perth’s Accommodations Scone Palace, the ancient coronation Stirling Highland Hotel | Stirling Special Price $3,195 site of Scottish monarchs. On a guided http://bit.ly/stirlinghighland tour, meander through beautiful period VAT is an additional $395 per person. rooms filled with furniture, portraits All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on and decorative objects, and wander double occupancy and do not include air transportation costs (unless otherwise stated). through the lovely grounds. In Crieff at the Glenturret Distillery, enjoy a tasting Single accommodations are an additional $295 (limited availability). of single malt whisky and discover how The information in this flier is correct at the time of printing. Please visit our its brand, The Famous Grouse, is made. website to ensure that you receive the most current information. 2020 - MON -1.