Pyrenees: Vall de Nuria - From Barcelona

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.

LANGUAGES Portuguese, English, Spanish & German.
INCLUSIONS Pick-up at hotel in Quarteira – Praia da Luz; Transport by coach; Guided visit.
EXCLUSIONS Gratuities (optional); Food & drinks unless specified; Hotel drop off.
DEPARTURE TIME TBC when hotel pick-up arranged.
DEPARTURE POINT Quarteira – Praia da Luz.
DURATION Approx. 8 hours
FREQUENCY Monday/Thursday except 25th December & 1st January
REDEMPTION INSTRUCTIONS Present your Voucher to the Tour Guide.
 

Los divertidos tours turísticos en autobús para familias también ofrecen narraciones pregrabadas en nueve idiomas diferentes, lo que le permite aprender más sobre las muchas atracciones y puntos de interés a lo largo del camino. (inglés, español, francés, portugués, italiano, alemán, chino mandarín, japonés, coreano) La mayoría de los tours se realizan a bordo de exclusivos autobuses rojos de dos pisos al aire libre, que son perfectos para disfrutar del hermoso y soleado clima del sur de California. Este tour es accesible en silla de ruedas. Encontrará el mapa de las rutas en este enlace

After the booking you will receive a voucher which you'll need to exchange at the either of two Discover Cracow Tourist Information Point: 13 Wolnica Square (GPS: 50.048265, 19.944046) 8 Szczepanski Square (GPS: 50.063678, 19.936231) NOTE: Only exchanged vouchers will be accepted at the Museum's Ticket Office. The package is valid in three Museums.  The last admission to the Schindler's Factory Museum is 90 minutes before the closing time. The ticket price does not include a guide, however if you would like a guided tour of the museum, you may also choose this option. To get a student discount students must have a student ID card during the tour and show it to the DiscoverCracow representative when asked

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Vegetarian option available on request. Lunch Menu Smoked Mackerel Rillettes - Horseradish mousse, textures of beetroot and radish Roasted Breast of English Chicken (N) - Aged Parmesan risotto, wild mushrooms, watercress puree and pan jus or Pumpkin Tortellini (N) (v) Sage butter, pine nuts, parmesan crackling  *must be pre-booked   Pistachio and Apricot Torte (v) Apricot coulis, crème anglaise, mint poache Fairtrade Coffee, Teas and Infusions - Petit fours Children's Lunch Menu Chicken, Cheddar and Leek Crumble - Garden vegetables, sweet potato fries Chocolate Brownie “Pizza” (N) -Vanilla ice cream   Bateaux London reserves the right to change menus and beverage prices as required without prior notice. Bateaux London does not certify that products are free from nuts or traces of nuts.