Christmas in Pitlochry and Highland Perthshire
Christmas in Pitlochry and Highland Perthshire
Christmas in Pitlochry and Highland Perthshire
5 Days
Visiting: Christmas Eve in Perth
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ukxpit
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Experience the magic of Christmas in the heart of Scotland with our festive tour in Pitlochry and Highland Perthshire. Stay for four nights at the charming 3-star Pitlochry Hydro Hotel, where you'll be welcomed with mulled wine and mince pies. Explore the historic city of Perth, once the ancient capital of Scotland, and discover its rich cultural heritage. Visit Dundee's vibrant waterfront and the renowned V&A Museum. Spend a leisurely Christmas Day in Pitlochry, enjoying a traditional turkey dinner and festive cheer. On Boxing Day, take in the breathtaking views from Queen's View, a favorite of Queen Victoria, and visit the picturesque village of Aberfeldy. Conclude your holiday with a festive cream tea, creating unforgettable Christmas memories. Join us for a delightful blend of history, culture, and festive celebration in the stunning Scottish Highlands.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Local departure by coach or home connect service, then on to Pitlochry and our hotel for four nights. We enjoy a mulled wine with a mince pie on arrival to get us into the Christmas spirit.
Day 2 Christmas Eve In Perth
Location: Christmas Eve in Perth
Today we visit the ‘fair city’ of Perth, receiving its nickname after the Fair Maid of Perth by Sir Walter Scott was published in 1828. This elegant city was once the ancient capital of Scotland, and today has a wealth of museums, art galleries, stunning gardens, along with a palace and racecourse. We then continue to Dundee, with its regenerated waterfront, nautical museums, and the V&A Museum – the first Victoria and Albert Museum outside of London which opened in 2018.
Day 3 Christmas Day At Leisure
Location: Christmas Day at leisure
Merry Christmas! Relax in Pitlochry, open some presents, tuck into a traditional turkey dinner, and enjoy the festive atmosphere in the hotel with your fellow travellers.
Day 4 Boxing Day At Queen's View And Aberfeldy
Location: Boxing Day at Queen's View and Aberfeldy
This morning we visit the stunning Queen’s View lookout point to admire the simply beautiful scenery. This vantage point was much loved by Queen Victoria when she visited in 1866 and was named after her. Enjoy the majestic views of Loch Tummel and the Tay Forest Park. We then call at the pretty village of Aberfeldy before returning to the hotel for a festive cream tea.
Day 5
We depart the hotel this morning, filled with magical Christmas memories, and return home.
What's Included
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Meals
The tour includes breakfast and dinner daily, with a traditional turkey dinner on Christmas Day and a festive cream tea on Boxing Day.
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Welcome Treats
Enjoy a mulled wine with a mince pie on arrival to get into the Christmas spirit.
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Transportation
Local departure by coach or home connect service is included.
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Excursions
Visits to Perth, Dundee, Queen's View, and Aberfeldy are included in the itinerary.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Any personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately.
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Optional Activities
Any optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Pitlochry Hydro Hotel in Pitlochry.
Mode of Transport
Local departure by coach or home connect service, then on to Pitlochry and our hotel for four nights.
Check out our Q&As
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What can I expect upon arrival at the hotel in Pitlochry?
Upon arrival at the Pitlochry Hydro Hotel, you will be welcomed with a mulled wine and a mince pie to get into the Christmas spirit.
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What activities are planned for Christmas Day?
On Christmas Day, you can relax in Pitlochry, open presents, enjoy a traditional turkey dinner, and soak in the festive atmosphere at the hotel with fellow travelers.
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What will we see at Queen's View on Boxing Day?
At Queen's View, you will admire the beautiful scenery that was much loved by Queen Victoria, including majestic views of Loch Tummel and the Tay Forest Park.
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What is special about the visit to Perth on Christmas Eve?
In Perth, you will explore the 'fair city' with its rich history as the ancient capital of Scotland, and enjoy its museums, art galleries, gardens, a palace, and a racecourse.
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What is included in the visit to Dundee?
In Dundee, you will see the regenerated waterfront, nautical museums, and the V&A Museum, which is the first Victoria and Albert Museum outside of London.
Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
Shearings requires a minimum deposit of 75 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.