Day 1: Early morning departure from North Wales and travel to Gretna Green, the wedding capital of the UK with over 260 years of history and heritage. Visit the Famous Blacksmiths Shop Museum - 'Old Smithy' situated at the heart of Gretna Green village. After some time at leisure, we continue to our hotel, The Salutation Perth. Upon arrival, enjoy a pre-dinner Festive Fizz reception followed by a delicious 3-course carvery-style meal.
Day 2: After a delicious Scottish breakfast, we journey to the amazing Edinburgh Christmas Markets. The traditional and romantic Christmas Market in the heart of the Capital city. As well as this, Edinburgh offers a unique shopping experience with its fair of crafters, artists, gift shops and gastronomic surprises. So be sure to get yourself into the Christmas Spirit and with the official switch-on of the Christmas lights the whole city gets into the swing of things.
After a day shopping and browsing amongst the festive fauna, enjoy a 3-course carvery-style meal with live entertainment.
Day 3: Today we travel to Pitlochry, the entrance to the Cairngorms. Enjoy free time in Pitlochry, taking in the clear sparkling air, beautiful scenery, restaurants, shops and museums.
In the afternoon, return to Perth for a sumptuous ‘festive-themed’ Mini Afternoon Tea with Gingerbread and a gin cocktail. Dinner will be served in the evening with live entertainment.
Day 4: After a hearty breakfast, enjoy some free time in Perth, perhaps explore the Perth Museum, the new home for The Stone of Destiny. Return to the hotel for dinner.
Day 5: After a final breakfast we depart our hotel and make the return journey to North Wales with a stop en-route at Gretna Green Outlet Village.