Go Explore!

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	Go Explore!!


	Edinburgh is an excellent base from which to discover the scenic beauty of Scotland. Why not add a few days to your stay and go exploring? Here are details of just a few coach tours to give you ideas - we have lots more upon request ! For the independent traveller, the tour itinerary can of course just as easily be followed, or adapted, for your own tour by car at your own pace.


	Linlithgow, The Trossachs and Loch Lomond

On leaving Edinburgh, the first destination is South Queensferry, to enjoy striking views of the impressive Forth Bridges which dominate this attractive little town.

Then head West past the Royal Palace of Linlithgow, birthplace of Mary, Queen of Scots, on through William Wallace and Robert the Bruce country to Stirling, for a visit to 13th century Stirling Castle. Follow the picturesque Callender road to Kilmahog for lunch and a visit to the Woollen Mill Shop. Climb into the lovely Trossachs - home of the Scots folklore hero, Rob Roy MacGregor - passing tranquil Loch Venachar and Loch Achray.The journey continues over the Duke’s Pass to Aberfoyle, with a stop for some truly awesome views - a chance for more photographs ! From Aberfoyle take the High Road to the Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond for an optional boat cruise - or a wander round the village of Balloch - before heading back via the outskirts of Glasgow.


	Urquhart Castle, Glencoe and the Loch Ness monster!

Journey via Stirling and Callander, with a stop at Kilmahog for morning coffee. The scenery becomes increasingly dramatic over the Pass of Leny, past Loch Lubnaig and on to Lochearnhead and Crianlarich, before beginning the steep climb to Rannoch Moor. At the Weeping Glen of Glencoe, pause to take photographs and marvel at the eerie landscape. Then it’s on to Fort William, for lunch and a visit to the Woollen Mill Shop!

After lunch, follow the Caledonian Canal, with photography stops at the Commando Memorial and 12th century Urquhart Castle on the banks of Loch Ness. Look out for the famous Loch Ness Monster ! On to the Nessie Visitor Centre for gifts, souvenirs and optional film show on The Nessie Story, before beginning the homeward journey via Inverness and Aviemore. At Pitlochry make a brief stop in this charming old town then back to Edinburgh through beautiful Perthshire, following the course of the Silvery River Tay, which is famous for salmon fishing, oysters and Tay pearls.


	The Kingdom of Fife, St Andrews - the home of golf

After leaving Edinburgh, cross the Forth Road Bridge, into the Kingdom of Fife.. The route takes you along the coast and around the East Neuk of Fife, , calling at Pittenweem or Anstruther, two of the area’s most picturesque ancient fishing villages. Arriving in the Royal Burgh of Saint Andrews, spend time at leisure to explore the burgh’s many attractions, from the ruins of the13th century castle to the fine buildings of Scotland’s oldest university. St. Andrews is of course renowned as the Home of Golf, with four courses including the world famous Old Course and the British Golf Museum which is well worth a visit.

Straven Guest House Edinburgh

Bed and Breakfast Edinburgh

3 Brunstane Road North,

Edinburgh EH15 2DL

Tel: +44(0)131 669 5580

Fax: +44(0)131 657 2517

book@stravenguesthouse.com

Owners: Mac and Marian McCool

Bed and Breakfast Edinburgh

“for comfortable Edinburgh Accommodation”