Central Coast Chorale Scotland 2025

The itinerary is the starting point to your tour, but it’s not set in stone. Your group leader may make changes leading up to departure.

Day 1, Monday June 30: Overnight Flight

Departure from the United States.

Day 2, Tuesday July 1: Glasgow

Arrive in Glasgow and meet your Tour Manager for the transfer into the city. Discover downtown Glasgow on an orientation tour before checking in to the Voco Grand Central Glasgow Hotel, the starting point for our fabulous musical and cultural journey together! Enjoy a private welcome reception featuring traditional Scottish musicians followed by dinner. (D)

Day 3, Wednesday July 2: Glasgow

A morning guided sightseeing includes entrance to St Mungo's Cathedral, then take time to explore the city at your own pace, perhaps with a visit to the Burrell Collection. Later today, prepare for a joint concert at the Jordan Hill Parish Church (pending availaility). Reception to follow. (B,D)

Day 4, Thursday July 3: Oban

Board your private coach and head north for the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond. At Tarbet we are welcomed by the sound of bagpipes ringing around the Loch as we embark on a cruise of the famous Loch. Continue to Oban for dinner and an informal evening of communal song and laughter with traditional Scottish musicians. (B)

Day 5, Friday July 4: Oban

Our day starts with our taking a picturesque ferry ride to the beautiful Isle Mull. We will traverse the island as we head to Fionnphort and a short ferry to the famed island of Iona, to visit the Abbey. Enjoy this very special place and take the opportunity for an impromptu sing at the tiny yet ever so beautiful Chapel of St. Columba (pending availability). Return by ferry for an evening to explore Oban at your leisure. (B)

Day 6, Saturday July 5: Inverness

Take in stunning scenery as you travel along the shores of Loch Linnhe, perhaps stopping for a visit in Glencoe and on to Fort William to find lunch. Continue through the Highlands to Loch Ness and a visit of Urquhart Castle, then check in to your hotel in Inverness. This evening enjoy a very special musically themed whisky tasting with your host Bruce, one of the country's finest fiddlers! (B,D)

Day 7, Sunday July 6: Inverness

Morning cruise around the Moray Firth to enjoy the scenery and abundant wildlife such as otters, seals and porpoises. Back on dry land, head to Culloden, location of the battle pivotal in Scottish history. (B)

Day 8, Monday July 7: Edinburgh

Leaving Inverness, we head south toward Edinburgh through the Cairngorms National Park and via a stop to visit Stirling Castle where you'll have your second concert performance. Check in to your hotel in Edinburgh. (B,D)

Day 9, Tuesday July 8: Edinburgh

Today begins with a guided tour of the fascinating Rosslyn Chapel, a 15th century chapel that was prominently featured in the 2003 novel The DaVinci Code. It is said, that visit to Rosslyn even inspired some lines in Robert Burns famous poem, Tam O'Shanter. There will be the opportunity for a brief informal sing in this lovely setting. Return to Edinburgh for a walking tour of the Old Town and entrance to Edinburgh Castle. Later we visit Murrayside Care Home to perform for the residents, followed by a reception. (B)

Day 10, Wednesday July 9: Edinburgh

The morning is free to explore the many sights and sounds of Edinburgh at your leisure. Later perform a concert at a venue such as St. Giles Cathedral situated right on the Royal Mile. Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening to share your favorite memories of a great trip! (B,D)

Day 11, Thursday July 10: Departure

Transfer to the airport for return flight to the United States. (B)