360 Chicago - General Admission

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.

Your incredible Inverness expedition is sure to blow you away, as you board the super double decker buses and take a trip through the Scottish streets that have so much character and history. We set off from Bank Street by the river Ness, where you can find the answers to any questions about Inverness before we start. The 2nd Bus Stop is a must see - St Andrews Cathedral; the organ, stained glass windows and the paintings and carvings make it worth a visit. The tour passes Queen's Park Stadium and Inverness Leisure before crossing Tomnahurich Bridge, Jacobite Cruises and Torvean Golf Club. As we return to the city centre, at stop 11 you may alight to visit Muritown Locks. Hop off here and walk around the beautiful canal, before hopping back on board to return to the starting point Bank Street. What are you waiting for to get to all these amazing places? Buy your ticket online today.

Included :  Transportation in open top-decker coach. Recorded commentary and personal earphone sets (digital sound). The church is closed from 12.00 to 14.30 and on Sunday morning.   Security on the top deck : Please remain seated and do not use the stairs while the bus is in motion. Seat belts must be worn on the top deck until the bus stops for parking. Do not lean over the guard rails on the upper deck. Be careful, low branches and other objects that may come close to the open upper deck. Do not throw anything out of the bus. Parents, for the safety of your children, please make sure that they respect the safety regulation.   Attention: Child rate from 4 to 11.

The "Best of" Manhattan Experience is a shortened version of the Manhattan Authentic tour, designed for a full day of NYC touring, but won't overlap with evening plans.  This 6-hour tour will take you through the island of Manhattan from top to bottom, as your guide provides interesting narration along the way and walks you through each exploration stop.  The "Best of" Manhattan Experience includes an authentic Italian lunch in Little Italy at one of the neighbourhoods' oldest restaurants, Grotta Azzura and views of the city from a new perspective on a Manhattan harbour tour. End the day back in Times Square with just enough time to get ready for a night on the town.  Tour Highlights Times Square Madison Square Garden  Flatiron building  Greenwich Village  SoHo  Little Italy  Battery Park  Statue of Liberty  Ellis Island  Brooklyn Bridge     Central Park Cathedral of St. John the Divine  Grant's Tomb  Harlem  Museum Mile  Fifth Avenue  Rockefeller Centre  Empire State Building  And more!

Climb aboard The Grand Deluxe Tour if you want the total East Rim Drive experience. On the Grand Canyon Tour we’ll stop at many prominent vistas, some more remote the farther east from Grand Canyon Village to the Desert View Watchtower. Your Pink Jeep Tour guide will interpret the indigenous fauna, flora and provide captivating geological and human history. As an option we can stop at an Indian ruin site where you’ll learn about some of the first peoples and their fascinating lives. At the Desert View Watchtower be sure to look at the murals depicting scenes of Hopi culture. Then peer down thousands of feet and witness the mighty Colorado River where it curves and heads to the west. On a clear day you can see over 100 miles!

Las ruinas romanas de la ciudad con mosaicos notables y Anfiteatro de Itálica se encuentran a menos de 9 kilómetros al norte de la ciudad, a las afueras de la localidad de Santiponce. En el sitio adyacente también hay un teatro romano muy bien conservado en Santiponce. Ambos están señalizado desde la carretera principal. Itálica fue la cuna de tres emperadores y uno de los asentamientos romanos más tempranos en España fundada en 206 aC. Se subió a una considerable importancia militar en la 3 ª siglos segundo y AD. A lo largo de la Edad Media, las ruinas fueron utilizados como una fuente de piedra para el Sevilla, pero afortunadamente el anfiteatro ha sobrevivido, aunque en estos días se desmorona peligrosamente. Más allá de esto son unos veinte mosaicos, incluyendo un excelente piso de color con los pájaros, Neptuno y las estaciones. Incluye: Traslado, guía entrada a Itálica y Monasterio de San Isidoro del Campo, y vaso de vino típico. Excursión sujeta a disponibilidad.