Photo Tour Trekkers :: Outer Hebrides Scotland Tour May 2014

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Outer Hebrides Scotland -

"Away from the crowds and slightly off the beaten path"

Photographing the Outer Hebrides Scotland

"Explore one thousand years of tradition"

Away from the crowds and slightly off the beaten path, “The Outer Hebrides, Scotland” - Experience and photograph some of the most beautiful landscapes Scotland has to offer. See why we say this tour will give you that “Edge of the world feeling” Join Photo Tour Trekkers Photographers Deb and Bill Hall as we photograph the beauty of Scotland.

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Outer Hebrides Scotland Photo Tour Itinerary - May 25th to June 8th, 2014

Day One: Sunday May 25th, We will depart London mid afternoon with pick ups in Woodstock enroute to Pearson International Airport, Toronto. Our overnight flight departs at 8:40 p.m. arriving in Glasgow Scotland at 8:15 a.m.

Day Two: Monday May 26th, 8:15 a.m. arrival in Glasgow, clear customs, meet our coach and start with a stop for a light breakfast. We will then travel to Linlithgow Palace & St. Michaels for our first photo shoot of the tour. We will then travel north via the Trossachs arriving at the Rob Roy hotel for our first evening. (D)

Day Three: Tuesday May 27th, Breakfast, then depart for our first day of photography as we travel towards the highlands. Our morning will begin with a morning lake cruise on Loch Lomand. The cruise will offer up many photo opportunities, and with any luck a little fog will add to our experience. We will then carry on towards Ft. William stopping to photograph at the Bridge of Orchy and Glen Coe, arriving in Fort William mid afternoon. We will have time for photography and to explore this beautiful town. Tonight we will in Fort William, dinner and accommodations at the Ben Nevis Hotel. (B,D)

Day Four: Wednesday May 28th, Breakfast, check-out, we will have some additional time in Fort William before boarding the Jacobite steam train. The rail route will take us past some of the most beautiful lakes and valleys in this part of Scotland, arriving mid afternoon in Malliag. We will spend some time photographing in the village prior to boarding the ferry for the Isle of Skye stopping at Armadale Castle and gardens enroute to our hotel. Isle of Skye for two nights at the Dunollie Hotel. (B,D)

Day Five: Thursday May 29th, Breakfast and depart for a day of photography on the Isle of Skye. This morning we will visit Portree, a very colourful village and beautiful harbour. Next a visit Dunvegan Castle, photography and lunch on the castle grounds. In the afternoon we will visit and hold a photo shoot at Talisker Distillery then finish at Fairy Bridge. Fairy Bridge is a beautiful roman bridge set with a mountain backdrop. We will return to the hotel late in the afternoon for time to relax followed by dinner. (B,D)

Day Six: Friday May 30th, Breakfast then depart for Stornoway spending the next few days on the Isle of Lewis and Isle of Harris. Enroute to the ferry we will hold a morning photo shoot at the cliffs of Kilt Rock and Duntulm Castle. The ferry crossing will take us to the outer islands. We will be stoping for several photo opportunities in Kilmuir and Uig, and a visit to Harris Tweed, as we travel across the isle to Stornoway. We will reach our hotel by late afternoon with time to check in before dinner. Stornoway is the main town on the Isle of Lewis. Just over 6,000 people live in the town, which represents about a third of the Islands total population. Cabarfeidh Hotel for three nights . (B, D)

Day Seven: Saturday May 31st, Breakfast at our hotel then depart for a morning visit and photo shoot at the Callanish Stone Circle. The 13 primary stones form a circle about 13 m in diameter, with a long approach avenue of stones to the north, and shorter stone rows to the east, south, and west. Construction of the site took place between 2900 and 2600 BC. Local tradition says that giants who lived on the island refused to be converted to Christianity by Saint Kieran and were turned into stone as a punishment. Another local belief says that at sunrise on midsummer morning, the "shining one" walked along the stone avenue, "his arrival heralded by the cuckoo’s call." This legend could be a folk memory recalling the astronomical significance of the stones. Today we will also be photographing at Carloway Broch, Black House Village and an interesting quick stop at a Whalebone Arch. We will also be shooting at Butt of Lewis Lighthouse and St. Moluags Church at Port of Ness. Returning to our hotel with time to freshen up before dinner. (B, D)

Day Eight: Sunday June 1st, Breakfast then a day of photography exploring and photographing the west coast of the islands. Today will feature shoots at small remote villages, fishing inlets, old stone works and the beautiful sea side landscapes. Returning to our hotel mid afternoon for some free time and dinner. Depending on todays route we may be getting box lunches from our hotel.(B, D)

Day Nine: Monday June 2nd, Breakfast then depart for North Uist, our destination is Benbecula. Today we will be photographing various locations enroute to Benbecula. Carinish Stone Circle & Trinity Temple, Struan Cottage, Hut of Shadows (Camera Obscura). Farming houses, rolling hills and beautiful water inlets will all contribute to a beautiful day of shooting. Tonight we will be staying in Benbecula at the Dark Island Hotel. (B,D)

Day Ten: Tuesday June 3rd, Breakfast check out and cross to the Isle of Eriskay, opportunity to photograph Eriskay Ponies, then take the Ferry to Barra. Where we will have opportunity to photograph Kisimul Castle. Kisimul sits on a rocky islet in the bay just off the coast of Barra and is completely surrounded by the sea. Legend has it that this has been the stronghold of the MacNeils since the 11th century. We will also visit the Isle of Barra Airport, for a unique photo opportunity as the only way to fly into this airport is during low tide on the shoreline. The Deserted village and Isle of Vatersay will offer up some beautiful landscape opportunities. Also a visit and photograph at the site of a Catalina Seaplane wreck site. The aircraft came down on the hill Heishival Beag on the 12th of May 1944. Weather permitting sunset opportunities. Overnight at Barra Beach Hotel (B,D).

Day Eleven: Wednesday June 4th, Morning tea and coffee then we board the early Ferry to Oban. This morning due to our early departure we will be having breakfast on the ferry. Once we reach Oban we will spend the day with photo shoots at various locations including the famous McCaig’s Folloy Tower and a visit to the Oban Distillery. See the traditional craftsmanship of whisky making up close. Learn about the processes that shape the Oban malts. Watch the guide draw Oban malt whisky directly from the cask and savour the taste of this unique 11 year old cask strength Oban. Check in for two nights at the Oban Bay Hotel. (B, D)

Day Twelve: Thursday June 5th, Breakfast, then board the Oban Bay Ferry to visit the Isle of Mull, our destination the beautiful village of Tobermory. While in the region we will also be visiting and photographing Duart Castle the ancestral home of the Clan Maclean. Wrapping up our day on the Isle of Mull, with some time to photograph in the village of Craignure while we wait for our ferry departure. Returning to the Oban Bay Hotel for Dinner. (B,D)

Day Thirteen: Friday June 6th, Breakfast, check-out and begin our journey south towards the Glasgow region. Our first stop will be Inveraray, this popular fishing village offers up many photo opportunities including the beautiful Inveraray Castle and gardens. Downton Abbey fans will recognize the castle as the families Scotland Home. Then continue to the village of Luss. The village will be familiar to anyone who has seen the TV Soap "Take the High Road". Many of the cottages that distinguish Luss were originally erected to house workers in the cotton mill and slate quarries of the 18th and 19th centuries. The homes have been fully restored and Luss has been designated a "Conservation Village". Completing our journey today by arriving at our hotel in Erskine. We will be here for our last two nights in Scotland Erskine Bridge Hotel. (B,D).

Day Fourteen: Saturday June 7th, Breakfast and depart for a day of photography in the beautiful city of Edinburgh. Recognized as the capital of Scotland since the 15th century the city is rich with history and interesting streets. We will have the day to explore and photograph Edinburgh Castle, the many gardens, historic points and interesting shops. The group will meet up at the set time at the end of the day, have dinner and prepare for our journey home.

Day Fifteen: Sunday June 8th, Breakfast, check-out and depart for Glasgow airport for our return flight home to Canada. Our flight departs at 9:00 a.m. arriving in Toronto at 11:15 a.m. Once we have cleared customs meet our motor coach, return drive to London arriving at approximately 3:00 p.m.

The cost of our Scotland Photo Tour including air from Toronto $3885 per person Canadian plus $612 tax, (based on double occupancy) single supplement $475 Canadian.

Includes:

- Departures from London, and Woodstock, motor coach to Pearson International Airport

- Round Trip Airfare flying via AirTransat Airlines,

- Accommodations while in Scotland,

- Loch Lomond Cruise

- Jacobite Train Fort William to Mallaig,

- Portage for one piece of luggage per person in/out of each hotel,

- Breakfast and dinner during the tour,

- All airport and hotel transfers,

- Luxury air conditioned / heated motor coach while in Scotland, by MacPhearson Coaches

- Any local admissions,

- Fuel Surcharge, Park Fees and taxes included

- Photo Workshops

-Tour hosted and escorted by photographers Deb and Bill Hall

** Schedule may vary according to weather and travel conditions.

** Guests must have a valid passport, your passport must be valid for a min of 6 months past return travel date.

** Tour Excludes - Alcohol Beverages, Lunch, and coach driver tip.

** Guests require a valid passport, and valid for a min of 6 months return travel date.

A non refundable deposit of $575.00 CAD is required at time of booking. Final payment is due March 25th, 2014. Carlson Wagonlit Travel recommends the purchase of travel and health insurance at time of booking.

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