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From your starting point by Edinburgh Castle, you head out of the city to the charming village of Roslin, making your first stop at one of Scotland’s most extraordinary buildings - Rosslyn Chapel*. The Chapel’s worldwide fame increased thanks to Dan Brown’s bestselling novel ‘The Da Vinci Code’. Described as the “Library in Stone”, the inside walls of Rosslyn Chapel are adorned with thousands of ancient carvings, each with a story of its own. You can also learn of the myths and legends surrounding the chapel, including tales of the Knights Templar. Leaving Rosslyn you will continue into the heart of the Scottish Borders, an area rich in hills, valleys, rivers and moorland, as well as being the traditional home to Scottish rugby. Next travel to the historic town of Melrose, birthplace of the game of Rugby Sevens and location of Melrose Abbey, founded in 660 AD, and said to be the burial place of the casket containing the heart of Robert the Bruce. Here you stop for lunch and have free time to explore Melrose and its Abbey*. On your return journey, you will travel via the village of St. Boswells and pause for a photo stop at Scott’s View, where you can enjoy glorious scenic views overlooking the valley of the River Tweed, reputed to be one of the favourite beauty spots of the famous Scottish author, Sir Walter Scott. The journey north takes you to Pencaitland, where you will visit the charming Glenkinchie Distillery*, one of the few Lowland whisky distilleries in Scotland. Here you can enjoy “a tour and a taste”, learn more about “the water of life” and sample some of Glenkinchie’s finest malts. You will then return to Edinburgh. *OPTIONAL EXTRA. Mon, Thu & Sat | ALL YEAR Departs: 09:30 Returns: 17:15
If you're looking for a hike but don't feel comfortable venturing below the Rim, then the Grand Trail is for you! Experience a guided walk along the paved Trail of Time from Yavapai Point to Grand Canyon Village. Take in expansive views and learn the intriguing history of the Canyon. Hiking the Grand Canyon is non-stop WOW! Join the lucky 5% of visitors who venture below the rim on this Grand Canyon Tour. Experience the sheer vastness and ever changing beauty of the Canyon step by step. Your highly-trained guide will assess hiker skill levels and determine the most suitable trail. Hiking trails range in difficulty and length from 2.5 miles to 6 miles, and departure times vary throughout the year. There is so much to discover about this geological wonder of the world, and your guide is brimming with fascinating facts. Just ask!
Enjoy an insider’s walking tour through the back streets of London to discover three of the oldest pubs in London. These incredible icons of the city are steeped in history and have been the scene of many a rousing debate between famous literary figures of the day including Samuel Johnson and Charles Dickens. Historic Pub Walking Tour Includes: afternoon walking tour of historic Bankside (starts 3pm) a visit to three London pubs with an incredible history Professional English-speaking tour guide personal audio headset – never miss a word of your live-guided commentary a beer 'flight' (3 tasters of British Beer) Tour Excludes: food Highlights: Visit one of the most historic parts of the city on this fascinating walk: see the Clink Prison, the Palace of Winchester and walk across the Millennium Bridge with it's stunning views up and down the River Thames. There are a few more quintessentially English experiences than enjoying a pint of ale in a centuries old public house. This walking tour takes you on a unique experience to some of the oldest and most famous pubs in London. Practical Information: Tour Starts: 3pm, at iconic St Paul’s Cathedral Tour Finishes: 6pm, Bankside
Sunday Lunch Menu Available throughout October and November Bateaux London Sunday Lunch Menu Spiced cauliflower veloute shallot bhaji, curry oil (v) --------------------------------------------- Roast beef Duck fat potatoes, roasted carrot, winter greens, Yorkshire pudding, pan jus Veggie wellington roast potatoes, winter greens, sauce epice (v) --------------------------------------------- Vanilla & Bergamott crème brulee shortbread --------------------------------------------- British artisan cheese Millers toast, oatcakes, chutney, grapes - £8.00 -------------------------------------------- Tea & Coffee Petit fours Bateaux Windsor reserves the right to change menus and beverage prices as required without prior notice. Bateaux Windsor does not certify that products are free from nuts or traces of nuts. (V) denotes vegetarian dish.
Depart Edinburgh 09.15 and travel northwest through the historic area of Linlithgowshire, close to the historic palace. The tragic Mary Queen of Scots was born at Linlithgow palace, and became Queen when she was only 6 days old. According to legend her father James V died of a broken heart when he discovered his wife had given birth to a daughter and not the son he was hoping for! Your route along the Forth Valley is one which has been used for thousands of years by invading armies, it was the northernmost frontier of the Roman empire and was later used by the English King Edward I as he marched proudly towards Stirling (only to be sent homewards to think again!). Nowadays it’s at the centre of one of Scotland’s most important industries with huge oil refineries dominating the area. As you approach Stirling the magnificent castle dominates your view and you make your way up towards the high volcanic rock where it imposes itself upon the surrounding land. Known as the ‘Key to Scotland’, for centuries this was the most important castle in Scotland and the views from the top make it easy to see why. To the north is the 220ft high tower of the National Wallace Monument commemorating Scotland’s great hero William Wallace, played by Mel Gibson in the Oscar-winning movie Braveheart. From the castle you can look down over the scene of Wallace’s greatest triumph, the battle of Stirling Bridge, where he defeated the English army in 1297. To the south is Bannockburn where, in 1314, the great Scottish warrior-king Robert the Bruce defeated the English army of Edward II. The battle was fought for possession of Stirling Castle but eventually led to a far greater prize for Scotland – the restoration of independence. It’s an area alive with history and you stop at the castle to give you time to soak up the history and heritage of this great site. From Stirling you head into the Highlands and an area known as the Trossachs. Known as ‘The Highlands in Miniature’, it marks the point where the Lowlands meet the Highlands and entering this beautifully picturesque area feels like going into a different country. With its shimmering lochs, rugged mountain tops and forest-filled glens it’s easy to forget that this was once thought of as a dangerous frontier fought over by the fiercely territorial Highland clans. You stop here for lunch in the village of Aberfoyle, made popular in Victorian times due to its great location. After lunch you ‘take the high road’ or back-road to Loch Lomond, Scotland’s largest lochs at over 22 miles long, passing Lochs Ard, Chon and Arklet along the way as you travel through the protected lands of Scotland’s first National Park. The route you take was described by the famous Scots comedian Billy Connolly as his favourite road in Scotland, and you can discover why – it’s stunning!! You stop at Inversnaid on the secluded north-east of the loch, making it the perfect place to enjoy a walk along the ‘bonny banks’, up to a viewpoint for a fantastic view of the loch and the mountain it’s named after, Ben Lomond. This tranquil setting was once the home of Scotland’s famous highland folk hero, Rob Roy MacGregor. Made popular by many books and films Rob Roy lived an incredible life as a soldier, businessman, cattle-rustler and outlaw. By spending time on the trails by the loch you will undoubtedly be walking in the footsteps of one of Scotland’s great legends. There is also an alternative option to take a boat cruise around the north of the loch (Summer only) or merely enjoy a drink at the local hotel and sample the views. Leaving Loch Lomond you return to Edinburgh passing Scotland’s only lake – the Lake of Mentieth (although we have around 3000 freshwater lochs!). The legend states that after William Wallace was betrayed by his great friend the Earl of Mentieth and executed in London the name was changed from the Loch of Mentieth to the Lake of Mentieth so that nobody would ever forget the traitorous part the Earl played in his death.
Morning Dune Buggy Adventure Daily Trips (MINIMUM 02 x ADULTS REQUIRED) The tour starts with the pick-up from assigned meeting point in the city. The drive will head to the outskirts, passing by the villages and Sand Dunes to reach the off-road base in the Desert. Marshals will brief you on the Do’s and Don’ts before embarking on an adventurous self-drive Experience of your lifetime. One of the lead Marshals will guide the Dune Buggy convoy through pristine sand dunes for a roller-coaster ride with Photo Stops for approximately 90 minutes.(1 hour and 30 minutes). Remarks: • Morning Trip • Guests should be Minimum 18 years old to drive the Dune Buggy • All Guests should sign an Indemnity / No Insurance form • Transfers to and from the Desert will be in normal vehicles • Mineral Water included. Why not try our other popular attraction in Dubai like - Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo in Dubai Mall or Burj Khalifa with Explorer Pass?
