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THE ROYAL KINGDOM OF FIFE, Fife, and immediate region north, was the ancestral home of the Stuart monarchs. In Celtic times it was a region populated by the strange Picttish folk. It's small but intensely interesting corner of Scotland now most readily renowned for its world-beating golf courses and the granddaddy of them all at St Andrews. Sightseeing in this compact area is fantastically varied, ranging across traditional east coast fishing harbors, royal palaces at Falkland and Balmoral, dark age fortresses and beautiful churches. Site connected with famous names abound Andrew Carnegie, Robinson Crusoe, Mary, Queen of Scots, Robert Falcon Scott and our much-loved Queen Mother, are just a few. You'll see not only where golf originated but arguably tennis too! All this and some splendid scenic drives mark these three days as truly memorable. DEPARTURE DATES & PRICES FOR 2008
Tour Code Depart Glasgow Return Glasgow FIFE Wednesday Friday FIFE 01 14 May 16 May FIFE 02 28 May 30 May FIFE 03 11 Jun 13 Jun FIFE 04 25 Jun 27 Jun FIFE 05 09 Jul 11 Jul FIFE 06 23 Jul 25 Jul FIFE 07 06 Aug 08 Aug FIFE 08 20 Aug 22 Aug FIFE 09 03 Sep 05 Sep FIFE 10 17 Sep 19 Sep FIFE 11 01 Oct 03 Oct FIFE 12 15 Oct 17 Oct Cost: $779 USD per adult sharing a twin/double room; $819 USD single occupancy What your tour price includes: Your accommodation for 2 nights while on the tour including both full breakfasts and dinners. Your price also includes all entrance fees to attractions, transportation, services of driver/guide-companion and all taxes and tips other than those you may wish to give your guide. Airport transfers and accommodation pre and post tour is not included but can be reserved at a specially discounted price.
Tentative Itinerary DAY ONE - Wednesday We cross the Forth by the Kincardine Road bridge and dive to Culross. When you stroll through the narrow cobbled streets of the quiet old burgh of Culross, it is not difficult to imagine yourself back in the 16th or 17th century. Almost the entire village is a living museum, as all the pan-tiled houses with their crow-step gables have been carefully restored. Next, to Dunfermline, one of the oldest settlements in Scotland. The abbey dates back over 900 years to the time of King Malcolm and Queen Margaret, later Saint Margaret. The town was the capital of Scotland for more than 500 years and the ruins of the ancient palace adjoin the abbey complex. 'King Robert The Bruce' was buried beneath the abbey, and his final resting place is now marked with a spectacular brass plaque. In more recent times, the town was the birthplace to Andrew Carnegie who spent his early childhood in Dunfermline before emigrating to the 'new world' of America with his family. He later made his millions in the Pittsburgh steel industry, then returned to gift many of the towns greatest treasures including the Carnegie Hall, Pittencrieff Park and the town's central library. Next, we take to the water and row to the small island in the centre of Loch Leven to see where Mary, Queen of Scots, was imprisoned. Another place with both royal and historic Pictic connections is Abernethy. Here, beneath the towering 8th century peel tower, King Malcolm gave fealty to the English king, William the Conqueror. The bakery opposite sells the most delicious cakes! Our base for two nights is at the traditional fishing village of Anstruther. This pretty and traditional harbour is not only noted for an excellent museum of fishing but for having one of the very best fish and chip shops in the whole of the UK! And yes, one of our dinners will be fish n chips! NIGHTSTOP: Anstruther
DAY TWO - Thursday Today's circular tour takes us through Dundee and into the magnificent and spectacular Caingorm Mountains. In addition to some simply unbeatable back road scenic drives, taking us through paces such as the Spittal Of Glenshee, Glen Dye, Lochnagar Forest and the Devil's Elbow, you'll also see castles, small towns and historic site aplenty. Manmade highlights will include the Queens Scottish residence village of Balmoral, Glamis Castle, the Meigle's collection of Pictish sculpted stones, the Tay Road Bridge and Robert Scott's Antartic ship 'Discovery'. NIGHTSTOP: Anstruther
DAY THREE - Friday Fife is perhaps best known for two major icons - the Royal and Ancient Golf Club at St Andrews, and the Royal palace at Falkland. We'll be seeing both today. The past is still very much alive in the Kingdom of Fife. We'll also be seeing the picturesque villages of the East Neuk of Fife, whitewashed buildings with red pantiled roofs overlook cobbled winding streets leading to secluded little fishing harbours, settings which seem to have changed little over the preceding 150 years. Crail, for example, is home to one of the prettiest little harbours in the country. Crab and lobster can be bought in season down by the harbour. Crail is also home to Crail Pottery, a delightful pottery that is a pleasure to visit. We'll also see where the real Robinson Crusoe lived and, if time permits, visit a secret underground bunker built during the Cold War. We return to Glasgow via Edinburgh where those wishing to spend independent time in Edinburgh rather than continue back to Glasgow may do so. Accommodation tonight in Glasgow is not included but may be added for a supplemental fee. We are also able to assist with Edinburgh accommodation should you wish it.
This tour may be combined with our Southern Scotland and Ulster 4-day tour, or with our 4-day Oban and West Coast tour.
You can also depart from Glasgow via rail or air to London, Manchester or Dublin to join one of our other 'Explorer' tours leaving from the relevant departure city on Saturdays. Choices include: King Arthur tour of Devon and Cornwall; Stately Homes and Gardens of Kent; Wales Mountains & Lakes; Viking York; Heart of Ireland tour of the Midlands or Classic Southern Ireland, visiting Cork, Waterford and Wicklow. We are happy to assist with your rail or airfare (via ‘no-frills’ local UK carriers) arrangements.
This tour is operated by Back-Roads Touring Co Ltd |
