The Life of Robert Burns
Edinburgh – Alloway – Loch Lomond – Inveraray – Stirling – Edinburgh
7 nights
Travel back in time where Robert Burns was born and walk the footsteps of Tam ‘O’Shanter to the haunted “Old Kirk” and Brig
O’Doon. Plus step in the same place Robert visited for inspiration for his poems, whilst seeing the beautiful sites of Scotland.
Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle, Hollyrood Palace, Royal Mile
This is where Robert burns had his first Edition of Edinburgh poems, and his father worked before Robert
was born. Visit the famous Castle, Crown jewels, Hollyrood Palace, Scottish Parliament, The Meadows, and
Her Majesty the Queen’s Royal Yacht Britannia.
Alloway
Robert Burns birth place, growing up, Brig ‘O’ Doon
To the home of Robert Burns, visit Ellisland Farm, built by his father, where Robert was born and grew up, this in
now a museum which contains original manuscripts and memorabilia. Then walk in the steps of Tam ‘O’ Shanter to
the haunted ‘Old Kirk’ and stay at the beautiful Brig ‘O’ Doon Hotel.
Loch Lomond
Boat trip across the famous Loch Lomond
Loch Lomond has the largest surface area of fresh water in the UK. On the Loch there are approximately
38 Islands, some of them inhabited. Loch Lomond one of the world’s most famous Loch’s and has been
much written about, both in song and verse. The area is renowned for its beauty and tranquillity and
offers picture postcard views around every corner.
Inveraray
Inveraray Castle, Lochs, Picturesque towns
On Roberts travels, Robert came across the town of Inveraray:
Inveraray Castle, one of Scotland’s most famous castles, boasts more than its fair share of stories. As the
setting for many of the defining events on the west coast, it has, through the centuries, provided the
backdrop for plot, intrigue, feud, and murder as well as ceremony and romance. Whether based on
truth, myth or legend, the tales of this iconic castle never fail to inspire and fascinate both young and
old. Listen to Scottish folk music whilst admiring the beautiful views of tranquil lands.
Stirling
Castle, Robert the Bruce, William Wallace Monument.
Robert Burns visited Stirling to view the history of Scotland for inspiration for his poems, here he
carved some lines on the window pane of a local inn.
Stirling Castle is the grandest of Scotland's castles and one of the most popular visitor attractions in the
country. 250 feet above the plain on an extinct volcano, Stirling became the strategic military key to the
kingdom during the 13th and 14th century Wars of Independence and was the favourite royal residence of
many of the Stuart Monarchs. Many important events from Scotland's past took place at Stirling Castle,
including the violent murder of the eighth Earl of Douglas by James II in 1452. Stirling Castle played an
important role in the life of Mary Queen of Scots. She spent her childhood in the castle and Mary's coronation
took place in the Chapel Royal in 1543.
Back to Edinburgh
Whisky tasting at the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, Shopping / Free time
This tour can be extended or combined with another one of our tours, including Gleneagles experience, Whisky tours including
Famous Grouse and Loch Ness. Also, throughout our tours each guest will be given souvenirs to compliment the tours.
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