Description
Seize the chance to soak up the incredible shopping opportunities on offer north of the border, as we take to the vibrant high streets of Edinburgh and Glasgow. These two storied cities are filled with some of the best shopping locations, perfect for stocking up on Christmas presents and goodies from the most well-known brands and independent local retailers.
Itinerary
What's Included?
Includes- Return coach travel- Overnight stay at a selected hotel (JG2 or JG3 rating) with breakfast- Excursions to Edinburgh & Glasgow
Itinerary
Day 1From a morning pickup in your local area, we travel to Edinburgh for some free time at leisure. After we take the opportunity to explore the selection of stores on offer and find an evening meal (not included), we travel to our hotel for our overnight stay.Day 2We head into Glasgow for some quality 'shop till you drop' time! It's the perfect chance to purchase Christmas gifts from the High Street or independent stores. The city centre is well-known for shopping and Buchanan Street is the main pedestrianised shopping area where you'll find all the big brand names. In the afternoon, we depart for our return journey home.
Edinburgh
Edinburgh is the truly delightful capital city of Scotland, from the atmospheric cobbled streets of the old town and the Royal Mile to the beautiful Georgian avenues of the new town. Edinburgh is a city of contrasts from shopping on renowned Princes Street to its many historic attractions including the world-famous Edinburgh Castle.
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Glasgow
The lively and modern city of Glasgow is the largest in Scotland, boasting a wealth of art and culture and the best shopping outside of London, with everything to offer from high street stores and designer labels to speciality outlets for the more unique items.
Enjoy the city's impressive architecture including Glasgow Tower and The Science Centre, reflecting Glasgow's cosmopolitan lifestyle perfectly.
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Venue Information
Hotel
Selected HotelJG2 or JG3 ratingWe'll stay at a well-appointed hotel. The comfortable rooms are en suite and other facilities include a bar and restaurant.Hotel accessibility informationYour hotel will be confirmed approximately 3 weeks before departure, therefore we cannot guarantee that the hotel will have a lift and/or ground floor rooms and may be unsuitable for those with limited mobility.Hotel RatingsJG2 ratingHotels with a JG2 rating are a mixture of larger hotels and privately owned properties. Décor and furnishings may be simple but are clean and well maintained. All bedrooms have en-suite facilities, TV and may have tea/coffee making facilities. Food may be buffet style in some of the larger hotels. Services may be limited but efficient.JG3 ratingHotels with a JG3 rating tend to be a more formal style of hotel, often part of a hotel chain, or are very-welcoming family-owned properties. Generally, they offer a greater range of facilities and services, and bedrooms tend to be a little more spacious with additional features. Public areas are larger and include lounge seating, bar and restaurant with good quality food served either buffet style or waiter service.