Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival and Royal Edinburgh
Morning/Afternoon: Arrive at Edinburgh Airport (EDI). Transfer via pre-booked accessible vehicle to your fully accessible hotel in Edinburgh.
Late Afternoon: Check-in and enjoy time to settle into your adapted room.
Activity: The Royal Yacht Britannia Tour. Travel to Leith's waterfront to visit the former Royal Yacht. The ship is exceptionally accessible, featuring lifts and ramps to all five decks open to visitors.
Evening: Welcome dinner at the hotel or a nearby accessible restaurant.
Day 2: Castle, Culture, and the Capital
Morning: Edinburgh Castle. Explore Scotland's most famous castle. While the terrain is naturally sloped and cobbled, the castle provides mobility vehicles for transport on the upper levels and offers detailed accessibility information to tailor the visit.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch at a wheelchair-accessible eatery near the Royal Mile.
Activity: The Scotch Whisky Experience. Engage in a fully accessible tour and tasting experience, complete with level access, automatic doors, and lifts to all floors.
Late Afternoon: Leisure time, perhaps an accessible section of the City Sightseeing Bus Tour (all buses have dedicated wheelchair spaces and ramp access).
Evening: Traditional Scottish dinner followed by a musical performance or accessible Scottish dance demonstration.
Day 3: History and Highland Gateways
Morning: Stirling Castle. Take an accessible drive to Stirling. Stirling Castle is noted for being quite accessible, with assistance available to navigate the grounds. This provides a taste of the Highlands gateway region.
Lunch: Accessible café near Stirling Castle or on the drive back towards the city.
Activity: Battle of Bannockburn Experience. Visit the fully accessible Heritage Centre, which features interactive 3D battle technology that is fully inclusive. This is a powerful, emotional, and level-access historical experience.
Evening: Dinner at a hotel, with an optional accessible walk/wheel along the city's scenic waterfront area.
Day 4: Art, Science, and Departure
Morning: Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow. Take an accessible coach to Glasgow for a morning of culture. Kelvingrove is a beautiful, wheelchair-friendly Victorian masterpiece with vast, accessible exhibits.
Lunch: Farewell group lunch at an accessible venue in Glasgow.
Afternoon: Final accessible transfer from Glasgow or Edinburgh to the airport (EDI or GLA) for departure.
Included sesrvices:
Accessible Accommodation:
- 3 nights in a highly-rated, centrally located hotel with guaranteed adapted rooms.
Meals:
- Half-board basis (3 breakfasts and 3 dinners) to ensure accessible dining at carefully selected venues.
Accessible Transport:
- Dedicated, accessible private vehicle with professional driver-guide for all transfers and daily sightseeing activities.
Guided Activities & Entry:
- The Royal Yacht Britannia (fully accessible entry).
- Edinburgh Castle (entry, including mobility assistance where available).
- The Scotch Whisky Experience (fully accessible tour and tasting).
- Battle of Bannockburn Experience (fully accessible entry to the visitor centre).
- Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (accessible entry).
Personalised Service:
- Detailed pre-trip accessibility checks and 24/7 in-country support from local experts.
Recommended travel period:
May to September
Excluded services:
Flights/International Travel:
- Airfare to and from Scotland (Edinburgh or Glasgow).
Meals Not Specified:
- Lunches (Days 1, 2, 3, 4) and drinks outside of specified meal provisions.
Travel Insurance:
- Personal travel, medical, and cancellation insurance (highly recommended).
Gratuities:
- Tips for the driver-guide, hotel staff, and restaurant service.
Personal Support/Care:
- The cost of a dedicated care assistant, companion, or specialised registered nurse (available as an add-on).
Mobility Equipment Hire:
- Rental costs for specialised mobility aids, such as electric wheelchairs, scooters, or hoists (can be arranged upon request).
Optional Activities:
- Any activities, tours, or entrance fees not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary.
Visa/Passport Fees:
- Costs associated with obtaining necessary travel documents.
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