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The Essence of Scotland Long Weekend
“For my own part, I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel’s sake”
Robert Louis Stevenson
THE ESSENCE OF SCOTLAND
SCOTTISH TOUR - 4 DAYS
"Wherever I wander, wherever I rove"
Robert Burns
Scotland is a country that forever, you’ll love. Scotland has so much to offer. It is rich in history, beauty, culture and as we so passionately portray, craft. The Essence of Scotland Tour will show you all aspects of Scotland whilst displaying why our countries craftsmen are so important through an authentic and vivid crafting experience.
CRAFTSPEOPLE
Hands on craft
with a Stone Carver
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Explore the passion of a traditional Stone Carver. Admire their methods to transform raw materials and chisel them into ornate beautiful pieces of work. Discover the valuable age of stone and appreciate the honour and patience required for working with stone material that is half a billion years old.
Experience the intricate nature of a Heraldry Artist
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A family crest is something to behold. A wonderful work of art with exquisite attention to detail. Scotland’s culture and history often involves Scottish clan tartans but there is a deep connection linked to heraldry. As you meet with a talented heraldry artist, you will understand the passion for the meanings behind the design and the traditional skills involved.
EXPERIENCES
Roam wild in the Scottish Highlands on off-road routes
Contemplate a Land Rover off road safari. Experience spectacular scenery and see native wildlife. Encounter the Scottish Highlands from the mountain side, a great opportunity for some fun.
Enjoy the beauty
of Scotland
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Enjoy the wondrous sights of Scotland and it’s beautiful landscape, culture and traditions. Experience the connection between the people and Scotland’s history.
Uncover hidden gems
of Edinburgh
A professional photographer will give you the opportunity to improve your skills and enable you to take great photos on a photography tour of Edinburgh.
Forge beauty
with a Blacksmith
Explore the passion of a local Blacksmith as he forges items from fire tools to public sculptures. Enjoy this highly creative, technical and physical labour. Admire the process, to start with something plain and linear to produce something completely organic.
THE ESSENCE OF SCOTLAND 4 DAY ITINERARY
Please zoom in to to view the route for this tour in more detail and click on the daily highlights.
DESTINATIONS & DETAILS
Edinburgh & Borders
- EDINBURGH PHOTO TOURS & SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS & TRICKS
- FENCING DEMONSTRATION & SPEECH ABOUT JACOBITE WEAPONRY
Fife
- MEET THE BEST SCOTTISH HERALDRY ARTIST
- BREATHE THE PEACEFUL ATMOSPHERE OF FIFE COAST ROUTE
- BE ASTONISHED BY THE MAJESTY OF ST. ANDREW'S CATHEDRAL
Perth & Perthshire
- DISCOVER THE HIDDEN PERTHSHIRE
- MEET A STONE CARVER
- HONOUR THE ONLY SCOTTISH CLAN WITH A PRIVATE ARMY
Glasgow & Stirling
- LEARN ABOUT TARGE MAKING
- ENJOY THE THRILL OF CRUISING OR FLYING OVER LOCH LOMOND
Duration: 4 DAYS
Included
- AIRPORT PICK-UP
- HOTEL DROP-OFF
- ENTRY TO ALL ACTIVITIES & EXPERIENCES
- ALL TRAVEL WITHIN THE TOUR
- FINAL DROP-OFF TO AIRPORT OR HOTEL
Not Included
- HOTELS & MEALS
- WE CAN RECOMMEND & ARRANGE ACCOMMODATION ON YOUR BEHALF AFTER BOOKING
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