Auburn Chamber Singers & Concert Band to Scotland

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, Tuesday April 22: Overnight Flight

Departure from the United States.

Day 2, Wednesday April 23: Edinburgh

Welcome to Edinburgh, Scotland! Meet your Tour Manager at the airport in Edinburgh. Have a day to enjoy Edinburgh as your Tour Manager gives you a tour of this beautiful city. After you will check in to your hotel. Settle in, freshen up and enjoy a welcome dinner together at a restaurant. (D)

Day 3, Thursday April 24: Edinburgh

This morning after breakfast, a local guide will bring you on The Harry Potter walking tour enjoy this guided sightseeing tour of Edinburgh including a visit to the magnificent Edinburgh Castle. Afterwards, enjoy the rest of the day to explore Edinburgh at your own pace. Enjoy dinner together. (B,D)

Day 4, Friday April 25: Inverness

Begin your morning with breakfast and then head to Inverness. Check into your hotel upon arrival. This afternoon, you will visit Speyside Cooperage before traveling to Leault Farm for a Sheepdog demonstration. Return to the Carrbridge Hotel where you'll have dinner together. (B,D)

Day 5, Saturday April 26: Inverness

After breakfast, you will take a Jacobite cruise along Loch Ness and then visit the Urquhard Castle Loch Ness. This afternoon you'll have a Pipe and Drum workshop with the Highland High Life Pipe Band (arranged by your group leader). Return to Inverness and enjoy an early dinner at the hotel. This evening, you'll attand the Mànran concert at Inverness Eden Court! (B,D)

Day 6, Sunday April 27: Inverness

Your day begins with a visit to Dunrobin Castle, where you'll enjoy a guided tour of this historic landmark. Then, board the coach and transfer to Aviemore where you will board the Strathspey Railway Steam Train and travel from Aviemore to Boat of Garten and then Broomhill. Later this afternoon, you'll participate in the Highland Games—a true Scottish tradition! This evening, you'll enjoy dinner together. (B,D)

Day 7, Monday April 28: Edinburgh

Wake up, board your coach, and head back to Edinburgh. On the way home you, stop in Stirling where you will visit Stirling Castle. Once in Edinburgh, you will have time to buy souvenirs. This evening, you will have a guided tour of the Real Mary Kings Close before enjoying a farewell dinner together! (B,D)

Day 8, Tuesday April 29: Departure

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