To end this wonderful journey we visit an award winning artisan chocolatiers for a sample of their delicious hand crafted chocolates, there is a small interesting museum relating the history of their single origin chocolate which comes from a South Atlantic Island. From the modest parking lot, it is a short walk to reach the hill, which has lovely views of Edinburgh and on a clear day you may even spot the Isle of Arran. The cave is so deep and wide that is can be explored by boat or by foot along the specially design trail. Smoo Cave is floodlit to add a real sense of mystery and magic to a visit. #4. Sueno’s Stone First Mortgage Scotland's leading mortgage advisors, providing fee-free and impartial mortgage advice. The effort is worth it however. There are some fabulous bothies throughout Scotland, but the location of Glencoul bothy makes it all the more special, nestled between craggy mountains with some of the best views of Loch Glencoul at sunset.

When it comes to accommodation in Scotland, there's a fantastic choice of amazing stays from luxury hotels to glamping getaways. West Lothian isn’t known as a tourist hotspot, however, it offers plenty of non-touristy things to do in Scotland, including many interesting historical attractions. Although Shetland is away from the mainland it is certainly worth a visit and its the epitome of beautiful British coasts. Although island life is far from that of the tropics, life on Shetland is slower and more relaxed than that of mainland Scotland and the residents of St Ninian’s Isle are warm and welcoming. Abundant in wild flowers and grasses along the sandy dunes St Ninian’s Isle sweeping beaches have soft white sands and crystal clear blue waters…if a little chilly though! #3. Smoo CaveStaying in a log cabin offers something a little extra special for your get-away-from-it-all break. Wake up in breathtaking natural surroundings with easy access to all the countryside has to offer. No matter whether you’re searching for log cabins to suit couples, families, or a large group, you’ll be spoilt for choice. You can opt for a contemporary luxury log cabin, something a bit more rustic, a remote romantic hideaway, or even an environmentally responsible eco-cabin. When we think of the Glens we think of the Scottish Highlands but don’t be fooled there are beautiful Glens that can be found further a field an none so pretty as Glentrool and Galloway Forest Park. The Isle of Jura is a landscape photographer’s dream and a hiker’s paradise. The Paps of Jura is the most popular area for ramblers and the island offers unlimited freedom to roam and wander which is a truly wonderful and unique experience and an opportunity too good to miss. Jura’s distillery opens its doors to visitors by appointment and certainly does not disappoint. Discover wonderful wildlife tours to book and experience in Scotland, including bird watching safaris, whale watching, farm tours and much more!

A plaque commemorating the mighty Scottish King marks its burial. Alexander II of Scotland is also buried here. Melrose Abbey is where Robert the Bruce’s heart is buried. Why only his heart? When he died he demanded his heart be removed from his chest and taken on crusade. It is said his heart was thrown at an enemy in battle, recovered and hidden for many years before it was rediscovered and buried at Melrose Abbey. This idyllic forest area is perfect for mountain bikers and hikers a like and is the perfect spot to appreciate Scotland in all its glory. Sunsets at Glentrool are second to none so be sure to stay late and enjoy the colourful spectacle. #10. Isle of MayCottage Gems A fabulous collection of luxury, stylish and 5 star holiday properties in the UK and Ireland. We meet with our guide Grahame and morning visit to an ancient loch dwelling on Loch Tay and see what life was like in the area in the early Iron Age, it’s a great insight.Next we venture onto one of the valleys most notable stone circles.Grahame will explain its astronomical alignments and the significance of its siting.

Imitate the magnificent trees that speak no words of their rapture, but breathe largely the luminous breeze.”

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Morning visit to a specialist rare and native breed farm for a wonderful tour of their land, accompanied by one of their Shetland ponies to provide delicious refreshments.You will get a fascinating insight into how the land was cultivated and used in ancient times with outstanding views of the Tay valley and up to the enigmatic “fairy mountain” – Shiehallion, one of Scotland’s best known Munros. While there aren’t any standing stones here, the henge is nevertheless enthralling. The best time to visit Cairnpapple Hill is during March- October so you can see inside the cairn. It was fought over between the Scottish and the English during the Wars of Independence [1296-1356] and again in the sixteenth century. As a result it suffered a lot of damage. The ruin gives an insight into just how remarkable this abbey would have been. A trip to Glencoul bothy is suited to the adventurous. To get to the bothy you need to hike from Inchnadamph or Kylesku through some of Scotland’s roughest unmarked terrain. If you go via Inchnadamph you’ll have the chance to see Britain’s highest waterfall, Eas a’ Chual Aluinn. You can also reach the bothy by sea kayak or boat [ Kylesku Boat Tours have a tour of this area]. On the St Ninian’s Isle in the Shetland Island in the very north of Scotland can be found the 500m long shandy St Ninian’s Tombolo which is certainly one of Scotland’s best kept secrets. This beautiful active sand Tombolo is the largest of its kind in the UK and is a truly unique geographic feature that is photogenic and memorable.