The Golden Circle: Scotland’s Most Romantic Getaway

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Scotland was recently voted the most beautiful country in the world by Rough Guide readers, pipping Canada and New Zealand who came in at 2nd and 3rd respectively. Included in the main justifications given for their votes visitors sited Scotland’s wild beaches, deep lochs and craggy castles as some of the key features. Many visitors seek out the rugged heights of the highlands as their main focal point of their dream Scottish vacation however there is beauty to be beheld throughout this wee land from the Borders and Dumfriesshire in the south all the way to the isolated Shetland Isles in the north. This is why we have created our “Golden Circle” Package designed to take in all of the beauty throughout the country in the most romantic venues in the country. Including the wild beaches, driving along side the deep lochs and staying in the craggy castles our Golden Circle package is the ultimate luxury romantic break in what is the most beautiful country in the world.

Offering both Self-Drive and Chauffeur Driven experiences, you will embark on a truly romantic adventure together.

Over the years we have been overjoyed to have already seen multiple marriage proposals taking place on our tours.  The true beauty of our country proving to be the perfect destination for a romantic break. If you thought that staying in castles, horse & carriage rides, luxury spa days, four poster beds, private boat and helicopter charters were only for royalty, then think again as all our clients are treated like royalty on their Lang Atholl tours of Scotland.

Choose from a range of luxurious and equally romantic forms of transport during your Golden Circle Luxury Tour of Scotland.
From Helicopters, to the latest Range Rover for extra comfort or for the ultimate luxury enjoy a chauffeur driven experience.
We have a range of cars, supercars, helicopters, to choose from.  The Golden Circle Tour is luxury all the way round.

Summary

1. Arrival in Edinburgh | Recuperation day | Reside in The Balmoral Hotel
2. Castle’s Woodlands | Dinner at fine dining Restaurant | Reside in Fonab Castle
3. Travel through Cairngorms National Park | Reside in Boath House
4. Travel Through Inverness | Travel Through Dornoch | Reside in Links House Hotel 
5. Travel Around North Coast 500 | Reside in The Torridon
6. Travel Through Skye | Reside in Glencoe House | Travel Through Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park | Lunch by water’s edge
7. Explore Oban | McCaig’s Tower | Oban Distillery | Reside in Isle of Eriska
8. Glasgow | Botanic Gardens | Travel South to Ballantrae | Reside in Glenapp Castle
9. Return to Edinburgh | Dinner at No.1 Restaurant     

Day One

Accommodation: The Balmoral (& Spa)

Starting in the historic capital city of Edinburgh and staying within the grandeur of The Balmoral Hotel located in the heart of the city and within a short distance of the magical Royal Mile of the Old Town. It is a true landmark in the historic city providing guests with stunning views and warm Scottish hospitality. You will enjoy a fabulous reception to the country by the Lang Atholl Experience team.

Day Two

Accommodation: Fonab Castle (& Spa)

Traveling north your next stop will be Fonab Castle, nestled in the valleys of Perthshire the castle marries a captivating past with a luxurious present. Enjoy breath taking scenery while enjoying five star luxury and perhaps a trip to the castle’s woodlands spa described as a haven of tranquillity. You will enjoy an evening in the Sandeman’s fine dining restaurant which was awarded 3 AA Rosette’s in the stunning atmospheric surroundings.

Day Three

Accommodation: Boath House

Leaving the rolling hills and woodlands of Perthshire you will travel through the Cairngorms National Park with only a short detour taking you along the famed banks of Loch Ness before arriving at the Regency, Boath House. Based on the northern Scottish coast in Alderearn near Nairn, Boath House boasts its own Michelin Starred restaurant which only serves the residents of the boutique hotels 8 bedrooms. With the opportunity to roam the beautifully designed gardens or take a stroll along the nearby coastline Boath House is a perfect match for your Golden Circle tour.

Day Four

Accommodation: Links House Hotel

Travelling west through Inverness; the capital of the Highlands before driving north over the Moray Firth, through the medieval town of Dornoch before arriving at Links House Hotel. Staying in the hotel’s luxury suite (named after an iconic Highland salmon river) impeccably appointed around a unique vibrant Highland tweed. Your luxury suite is traditionally styled, adorned with period antiques and artwork, expansive seating areas, writing desks and spacious en-suite bathrooms.

Day Five

Accommodation: The Torridon 

Travelling around the North Coast 500 as part of the most romantic getaways Scotland has to offer, you will pass through the towns of John O’ Groats, Smoo, Loch Inver and finally to your destination for night number five,Torridon Hotel. The Torridon Hotel is one of the foremost retreat hotels in the UK with the luxurious hotel boasting its own three AA rosette restaurant along with its own private Boat House and Inn accommodation within the hotel’s 58 acres. If whisky or gin are your poisons then the on site whisky bar holds 365 whiskies and 100+ different gins.