A TASTE OF SCOTLAND

A TASTE OF SCOTLAND

    As an old Scottish saying has it, 'guid gear comes in sma' bouk'(good things come in small packages). And despite its small size, Scotland certainly has many treasures crammed into its compact territory.
    If you desire a taste of Scotland, let Cosmos plan your trip. A fiveday 'A Taste of Scotland' vacation; is a fantastic option for anybody who has time to spare for a wholesome experience of the Scottish highlands and its people. What more, you get to enjoy an escorted tour which takes care of all your hassles. With experienced tour directors, local guides and a varied multi-ethnic group of travellers, you will be guaranteed a travel affair full of insight.
    Edinburgh is one of Europe's most beautiful cities. Experienced tour directors show you around various locales such as the Old Town's picturesque jumble of medieval tenements piled high along the Royal Mile. Its turreted skyline strung between the black, then the
200-year-old "New Town's" neat grid of neoclassical respectability, with all its columns and capitals, porticoes and pediments, the city offers a constantly changing perspective.
    One of the best ways to see the city is on foot and since it is small enough one can easily do it on their own. Head for the famous Rose Street, where in the nineteenth century there were supposedly almost 50 breweries in the vicinity and although most of them have gone, you will find a beer bar serving you some delicious local fish and chips!
    A visit to St. Andrews and your faith in God will be restored with the sight of pilgrims flocking to this the open-air cathedral. The Old Course is still there in its entire hypnotic royal-and-ancient splendour. Explore Braemar, home of the Royal Highland Games for over 900 years; then to the Royal Deeside, where the Queen is an annual visitor. Later on, cross over to the battlefield of Culloden Moor with its memories of Bonnie Prince Charlie, and leave via the picturesque Inverness and head for the Highland destination.
    A drive along the "Bonnie Banks" of Loch Lomond with its scenic highlights is the perfect gateway to Glasgow, Scotland's great cultural city. As you discover the largest city in Scotland, you will be pleasantly surprised to find that even though Glasgow may not have Edinburgh's stately good looks, but as the culture capital, it has personality to spare. Thearchitectural legacy of the city was swamped with cuttingedge style bars, world-class restaurants, and a hedonistic club culture that brings out most people's nocturnal instincts.
    Enjoy the history, culture and spectacular landscape of this country as it unfolds before you, with this on-the-go vacation by Cosmos. Cosmos operates every week and prices start at US$ $729 per person on twin share basis. This tour is based on 3-star hotels throughout and included transportation by deluxe coach, extensive sightseeing, all breakfasts and two dinners. For more information on Cosmos vacations visit www.cosmosvacations.in, and to book a vacation, contact india@globusandcosmos.com or call 1800 425 3575.