Full Day Excursions

Perth & Scone Palace

Perth

Set on the banks of the River Tay Perth is a beautiful and historic city. Perth offers visitors beautiful natural scenery, exciting events, dozens of independent shops and many award-winning eateries. Be amazed by the surrounding hills and mountains and the lively city centre Perth has to offer.

Scone Palace

Scone Palace has an exciting and colourful history as one of Scotland’s most important stately homes. Fifteen hundred years ago it was the capital of the Celtic language-speaking peoples. Since then, it has been the seat of parliaments and the crowning place of the Kings of Scots, including Macbeth and Robert the Bruce. Set in acres of stunning grounds, it’s the perfect place to discover Scotland.

Price per student: £14.00

Coach price (excursion 9am to 6pm): £1,800 for a 53-seater

St Andrews

Named after Saint Andrew the Apostle, St Andrews is a charming place of history, learning and culture, on the east coast of Fife. St Andrews has an impressive medieval centre and 2 great beaches, one being West Sands, where the famous opening scene of Chariots of Fire was filmed. Another feature of the town is the University of St Andrews, which is the oldest university in Scotland. It is often compared to Oxford and Cambridge, with graduates including Prince William. St Andrews is also known as the home of golf, having first been played here in the 15th Century.

St Andrews Castle

Explore the picturesque ruins of St Andrews Castle, which has had many uses over its 450-year history including a Bishop’s palace and a fortress. It has a unique underground mine along with one of medieval Britain’s most famous castle prisons.

Price per student: £7.50

St Andrews Cathedral

St Andrews also hosts a ruined medieval Cathedral, though even in its ruinous state, the cathedral remains a prominent landmark highly visible from the sea. As the headquarters of the medieval Scottish Church, dominating the Scottish religion until 1560, its prominence is noted from the thousands of pilgrims who travelled on foot to St Andrews.

Price per student: £5.50

Coach price (excursion 9am to 6pm): £1,870 for a 53-seater

Loch Ness

Loch Ness can be found at the base of the Highlands and is famous for its beautiful scenery, monuments and history. Tales of a large monster living in the depths of the Loch Ness have been told all over the world since the first photograph was taken in 1933. It is a part of Scotland not to be missed.

Loch Ness Cruise

Grab your cameras, or just sit back and take it all in. As we depart from Fort Augustus, you’ll be treated to breath taking views of Loch Ness in all its natural wonder. Cruise Loch Ness is based in the picturesque, bustling village of Fort Augustus, and the gateway to Loch Ness. Situated at the south west end of Loch Ness surrounded by the most unspoilt and rugged Highland landscape it is truly a unique experience.

Price per student: £16.00

Coach price (excursion 9am to 8pm): £2,200 for a 53seater

Glamis & Dundee

Glamis

Spending the first half of the day in Glamis castle, you will be able to admire its stunning architecture, explore its history, legends, and myths. The castle is famed as being the childhood home of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, birthplace of Her Royal Highness the Princess Margaret, and the setting for Shakespeare’s Macbeth.

Price per student: £11.00

RRS Discovery and afternoon in Dundee

The afternoon will be spent in the coastal city of Dundee, set at the mouth of the River Tay on the east coast of Scotland. You will be free to roam the area, giving the chance to take in the heritage and culture, or maybe sample the famous Dundee Cake. At the heart of the waterfront resides the restored RRS Discovery, a vessel which survived for two winters trapped in the Antarctic ice.

Price per student RRS Discovery: £7.50

Coach price (excursion 9am to 6pm): £2,000 for a 53seater

Glasgow

Voted one of the friendliest cities in the world, Scotland’s second largest city is a stylish mix of arts, culture with plenty of charm. No matter when you visit, you’ll find world-class visitor attractions, unique neighbourhoods, stunning architecture, and an everevolving food and drink scene - Glasgow has something for everyone.

Kelvingrove Art Gallery

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum opened in 1901 and is a firm favourite with local people and visitors. It has stunning architecture and a family friendly atmosphere. Explore our 22 galleries and discover everything from art to animals, Ancient Egypt to Charles Rennie Mackintosh and so much more.

Price per student: Free

Coach price (excursion 9am to 6pm): £1,800 for a 53- seater

Train price £24.00 per adult and £15.00 per student

Loch Lomond

Loch Lomond has inspired writers, poets and artists for many years. Known as the Queen of the Scottish Lochs, the banks of Loch Lomond are one of the most enchanting places in the British Isles. The Loch’s wildlife, history and natural beauty make it one of Scotland’s most appealing visitor destinations.

Loch Lomond Cruise

This one-hour tour of south Loch Lomond enjoys impressive views of Ben Lomond and passes several of Loch Lomond’s stately homes and castles. Venture out towards Inchmurrin island- the largest of Loch Lomond’s 33 islands and home to the ancient remains of Lennox Castle which was used by Robert the Bruce before he became King of Scotland

Price per student: £15.50

Coach price (excursion 9am to 6pm): £1,990 for a 53- seater