GREENOCK, SCOTLAND Arrive: 0800 Saturday, 05 July Onboard: 1800 Tuesday, 08 July

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1 GREENOCK, SCOTLAND Arrive: 0800 Saturday, 05 July Onboard: 1800 Tuesday, 08 July Brief Overview: Greenock is the country s largest city and notorious for its vibrant culture, Victorian style, and friendly locals. From its fantastic and renowned live music scene to its many museums, there is never a dull moment in this city. Explore the extensive art collections of wealthy industrialist Sir William Burrell at the Burrell Collection including 13 th to 16 th century tapestries, amongst many other collections. Do you fancy traditional Scottish games? Grab your kilt and get ready for the sound of bagpipes as you immerse yourself in Scottish history with a visit to the Highland Games. Only occurring in the summer months, you ll have the unique opportunity to participate in anything from traditional athletic competitions of tug-o-war, to log-throwing, to highland dance competitions, to track and field events. Take a day trip to the nation s beautiful capital city of Edinburgh just 2 hours away to explore the beautiful, windy cobble stone streets and a visit to Scotland s iconic Edinburgh Castle. Make the journey to Loch Lomond and the surrounding countryside for camping, hiking, canoeing, and beautiful scenery. Feeling brave? Don t leave Glasgow without indulging in a traditional local dish of haggis or black pudding! Suggested short-cuts to simple planning: Art and Architecture: GRE Glasgow and the Burrell Collection Cultural Highlights: GRE Glasgow City Walking Tour: Religion & History GRE Edinburgh City & Castle GRE Charles Rennie Makintosh s Glasgow GRE Luss Highland Games GRE Robert Burns Life and s Nature/Outdoors: GRE Loch Lomond Walk GRE Island Hopping Canoe Safari Taste of Greenock: GRE Glengoyne Distillery Gala Dinner TERMS AND CONDITIONS: In selling tickets or otherwise making arrangements for field programs (including transportation, shore side accommodations and meals); the Institute of Shipboard Education (I.S.E.) acts only as an agent for others who provide such services as independent contractors. All participants accepting or using tickets or other arrangements for such services shall be deemed to agree and consent that I.S.E. shall not be liable or responsible in any way for any loss, death, injury, or illness to person or loss, theft or damage to personal property arising from or in connection with such services. I.S.E. shall not be responsible for cancellation of field programs for reasons beyond its control and in such event, at its option, may refund the purchase price.

2 Day 1: Saturday, July 05 GRE ECOADVENTURE CAMPING WEEKEND 3 Days/ 2 Nights This tour is a unique opportunity to experience ECO Camping in Scotland s highlands. From Glasgow you will head to Ben A nn known as the heart of the Trossachs. Climb to the top of the summit and enjoy astounding views of Loch Katrine, Loch Achray and Loch Venacher as well as the nearest adjacent hill of Ben Venue. Scotland is extremely lucky to have a massive diversity of landscapes and this hike provides more quality views per mile than many much longer, more demanding walks. On arrival at the campsite take in the scenery and make yourselves at home by setting up camp and cooking yourselves a well-deserved hot, heartwarming dinner. In the evening enjoy fun challenges, and laughter around the campfire. Rise and shine the next morning to make breakfast and prepare your packed lunch for the day. Be sure to bring lots of energy and enthusiasm but also be prepared to get dirty or wet as you enter the world of the gorge. Combine waterfalls, mudslides, tree trunks and deep pools and be taken on a journey you will not forget. Scramble through an age-old sandstone gorge, Jump into the water and then bob, dive, float, swim and scramble through a series of plunge pools until the ultimate BIG JUMP at the end. Return to the campsite for dinner and finish off the evening by joining in some traditional Scottish Dancing. Adult $521 $496 Child $521 $496 On your last day, have breakfast then pack up and dismantle your tents before returning back to Greenock. Please Note: Minimum age to participate is 12 years old. A food allowance is provided for guests and a stop will be made at a local supermarket so guests can purchase their own food. Please Bring: Warm top and jacket, woolen socks, long pants, waterproof jacket, spare socks, swimsuit, plastic bag for wet gear. Depart July Return July Camping in Scotland s highlands. Hike & water activity in gorge MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20 MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 40 ITINERARY Day 1: Depart for Ben A nn Supermarket stop 14:00 Hill/ Nature walk up Ben Ann in the Trossachs Depart for Campsite, set up tents, and cook dinner Evening fun challenges Day 2: Breakfast & packing lunch Gorge walking adventure Free time and cooking dinner Evening free time and Scottish dancing Day 3: Breakfast and dismantling of tents 12:30 arrive back at ship Greenock- Page 2

3 GRE LUSS HIGHLAND GAMES Full Day Enjoy a fantastic day engaging in Scotland s sporting traditions and immersing yourself in Gaelic culture. The Luss Highland Games are the oldest in Loch Lomond. The first games were held in 1875 and have been held annually ever since, except for a break during the two world wars. Upon arrival in Luss, you will have some free time to explore this pretty quaint village, with its prim sandstone and slate cottages garlanded in rambling roses. Next, you will follow the Pipe band, Clan Colquhoun, and chieftain as they march MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 30 proudly in their traditional family kilts to the games. Enter the highland games and spend the next few hours watching some of the most unusual sports native to Scotland, such as Tossing the Caber, where a huge piece of timber is thrown up into the air and participants are judged by balance and grace. Witness the tug of war, cycle race, Scottish dancing, Scottish Backhold Wrestling, Scottish Strongman Competition, and much more. Most sports at the games are closed to the professionals, however, there are a few games in which guests can join in, such as the Kilted Dash and the Visitors Race. Guests must wear a kilt in order to enter the kilted dash, so for those that have Scottish roots, now is the time to darn the family kilt and make a run for the winning position! Please Note: Lunch can be purchased at your own expense at the games. Adult $68 $65 Child $34 $32 Depart July Return July The beautiful village of Luss Traditional Scottish games Opportunity to participate in one of the Highlands games GRE GLASCOW CITY WALKING TOUR Half Day This historical walking tour explores the district around the magnificent Glasgow Cathedral, a superb example of Scottish Gothic architecture and the only surviving medieval church found in mainland Scotland. The Cathedral has been in constant use for worship for over 800 years, and is of great architectural and historic interest. Opposite the Cathedral, you will see Provand s Lordship, the oldest house in Glasgow, built in The house was originally part of a hospital and is one of only four surviving medieval buildings in the city. Adult $55 $52 Child $27 $26 Depart July Return July Glascow Cathedral St. Mungo Museum MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25 A visit is included to the award-winning St. Mungo Museum, named after Glasgow's patron saint, who brought the Christian faith to Scotland in the sixth century. The building was built in 1989 in Scottish baronial style by Ian Begg and was designed to reflect the architecture of the Bishops Castle, formerly on this same site. Its galleries are full of displays, artifacts, and stunning works of art, which explore the importance of religion in peoples lives across the world and across time. This stroll through the city will give you a feel for Glasgow s rich historical and religious past! Please note: Guests should be prepared to walk over a mile on paved surfaces. Greenock- Page 3

4 GRE GLASCOW & THE BURRELL COLLECTION Half Day Begin your tour on the outskirts of Glasgow to visit the Burrell Collection, one of the world s most famous art collections. The Burrell Collection is a treasure trove of more than 8,000 items ranging from ancient civilization to the Impressionist period. The wide-ranging collection of objects d'art, forming the Burrell Collection, was bequeathed to the city by millionaire shipping magnate, Sir William Burrell, in Burrell's eclectic tastes are represented by European tapestries, Chinese jade, French Impressionist paintings, Persian rugs, medieval stained glass, and even whole rooms brought here from Burrell's Adult $46 $44 Child $23 $22 former home, the 16 th -century Hutton Castle. Explore the collection at your leisure, with your guide and gallery stewards on hand to answer any questions. After exploring the Burrell, we will head into the center of Glasgow for a panoramic tour. Glasgow combines the sophistication of a major European cultural capital with the history, heritage, and civic splendor of the former second city of the British Empire. After the city overview, you may continue back to the ship, or stay in Glasgow to explore at your leisure, returning to Greenock at your own cost. Depart July Return July Burrell Collction Glasgow overview MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25 Day 2: Sunday, July 06 GRE EDINBURGH CITY & THE CASTLE Full Day Edinburgh regularly polls as one of the best places to live in the UK, having won more than 12 UK Best City Awards in the last eight years! Your day begins with an overview of the city. Pass through the Georgian New Town, with its beautiful architecture and impressive examples of town planning. See Princes Street, the famous Royal Mile, and take a brief stop at the 17th Century Palace of Holyrood house. The palace was the home of Mary Queen of Scots from 1561 to 1568, Bonnie Prince Charlie in 1745, and is now the Queen s official residence in Scotland. Drive up to Arthur s Seat for some spectacular views over the city and local area, before heading to the Castle. Adult $98 $93 Child $49 $46 Enjoy a visit to the impressive Edinburgh Castle, with its superb views and dimly lit echoing corridors steeped in legends and history. The castle stands on an extinct volcanic rock overlooking and dominating the city s skyline. Depart July Return July Overview of Edinburgh City Tour of Edinburgh Castle Free time in the city with lunch on your own MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 30 Greenock- Page 4

5 GRE EDINBURGH CITY & THE CASTLE Full Day Once inside, you will have the opportunity to see the castle s many different architectural styles, reflecting its importance throughout the history of Scotland, with the oldest section dating back to the 12th century. You will also have the opportunity to view the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny. Enjoy lunch on your own at any of Edinburgh s many excellent establishments followed with some free time in the city. Please Note: The Castle has a fairly steep hill when you walk to the top of it and is not suitable for guests with limited mobility. GRE CHARLES RENNIE MACKINTOSH S GLASCOW Full Day Charles Rennie Mackintosh ( ) made his mark on three types of architecture public buildings, private houses and tea-rooms and created an entirely original blend of Art Nouveau design. World renowned for his innovative and influential style, many of his buildings can be enjoyed throughout his home town of Glasgow. First you will head to the center of Glasgow to visit Mackintosh s greatest architectural achievement, the Glasgow School of Art. This fascinating building remains a working school of art today. One of the curators will give you a private and exclusive tour of the building and its history including rooms that are otherwise closed to the public! Next, journey to Glasgow s Hunterian Art Gallery where a collection of work by Charles Rennie Adult $74 $71 Child $37 $35 Mackintosh includes a complete reconstruction of No. 6 Florentine Terrace, where he lived from 1906 to Witness firsthand the styles he was most interested in and the environment he was looking to create. From here, continue to The Lighthouse a Mackintosh building that has been developed into an interpretation centre for the work of Charles Rennie Mackintosh. This center will put all that you have seen today into a world context, giving a broader picture of the life and works of this ingenious architect and designer of Glasgow. Enjoy lunch at your leisure at any of Glasgow s many excellent establishments followed by some free time in the City. Depart July Return July Hunterian Art Gallery Glasgow School of Art The Lighthouse Free time in the city and lunch on your own MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25 Greenock- Page 5

6 GRE GLENGOYNE DISTILLERY GALA DINNER Evening Just north of the bustling City of Glasgow, Glengoyne s cluster of picturesque white buildings nestle under the Campsie Hills, the Gateway to the Highlands. This traditional, hard-working distillery has been flourishing since But Glengoyne is no museum piece, far from it. Today this fine tradition continues with a unique selection of award-winning Single Highland Malts, Single Casks and Special Vintages, still lovingly produced on the premises. Adult $207 $197 Child $207 $197 Depart July Return July A private tour of the distillery Whisky tasting and private dinner in a unique setting MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20 MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 36 On arrival you are welcomed in true Scottish tradition with a wee dram of whiskey in the distillery club room. Next enjoy a private out of hours tour of the distillery, see how their wonderful Single Malt Whisky is made and taste both the 10 and 17 year old single malts. Enjoy dinner in the distillery s own private dining room, built with one complete wall of glass and access onto a covered balcony overlooking the distillery s waterfall and glen. Enjoy a delicious 3 course meal of the very best fresh produce that Scotland has to offer. Each course is paired with a different Glengoyne Single Highland Malt whisky including a chance for a wee taste of Scotland s famous haggis! Tonight promises to be a memorable evening enjoying the finest Scottish food, drink and hospitality. Please Note: This program is not suitable for children. Greenock- Page 6

7 Day 3: Monday, July 07 GRE ROBERT BURNS LIFE & S Half Day Depart Greenock and head south to Ayrshire through the landscape that inspired Scotland s national bard. Alloway is the birthplace of worldrenowned poet Robert Burns and today you will see plentiful reminders of the man and his world. Upon arrival at the Burns National Heritage Park your guide will provide an introduction to the park. You will then be free to explore the park at leisure and your guide will be on hand to answer any questions. Burns National Heritage Park provides the opportunity to experience the rich heritage of Burns within the environment that inspired him. The little cottage where Burns was born has been fully restored and shows what life was like throughout his childhood. The museum houses not only an original manuscript of the famous song Auld Lang Syne but also the world s most important collection of manuscripts, artifacts and memorabilia. Poems are played every hour in the museum on big screens as a fabulous backdrop to this interactive wonderland. Wander around the remainder of the park at leisure and see the Auld Kirk Alloway where Burns father is buried and Brig O Doon, the setting for the climax of the tale Tam O Shanter. You can also spend time at Statue House where you can see statues of Robert Burns cronies created by the self taught sculptor James Thom. From the roof of the Burns monument you get a spectacular view of Burns beloved Alloway. The monument opened in 1823 and has since become a place of pilgrimage of Scotland s National Poet. Adult $76 $72 Child $38 $36 Depart July Return July Burns National Heritage Park Burns manuscripts, artifacts and memorabilia MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20 MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 80 GRE LOCH LOMOND HIKE Full Day This linear walk follows a popular section of the West Highland Way long distance path. Starting in Sallochy by the shores of Loch Lomond, the route winds up through lovely oak woodland to reach various viewpoints of the loch. The path passes a boathouse and jetty and on the right, Glasgow University's ecology research field center can be seen. There are great views of Ben Lomond to the right and the peaks of the Arrochar Alps in the distance. The walk finishes at Rowardennan where you will re-join your coach for the return journey to the ship. Adult $59 $56 Child $29 $28 Depart July Return July Walk along the shores of Loch Lomond Great views of the highland scenery MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 20 MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 40 Please Note: It is advised that guests wear lots of layers, wear proper walking shoes and bring gloves and a hat. A box lunch from the ship will be provided. Greenock- Page 7

8 Day 4: Tuesday, July 08 IMPORTANT: If you registered in one of the following courses, you have a field lab on this day. Do not make any other travel plans as this is a designated class day in port for your course. Field Labs Greenock, Scotland Tuesday, July 08 SEMS Professor John James Economics of the European Union SEMS Professor Robert Smith World Regional Geography: Europe and Beyond PLIR Professor Robert Wilder Conservation and Sustainability of Marine Resources GRE ISLAND HOPPING CANOE SAFARI Full Day Loch Lomond holds a very special place in the hearts of many due to its natural beauty, the diversity of its landscapes and wildlife, and the contrast between highland and lowland. Experience Loch Lomond and its wonderful historic lands in the company of a qualified guide. Set off in your canoe from Luss Beach on the west shore and enjoy a full day of leisurely paddling on the loch, taking in the unique atmosphere of the islands. The small boats allow species like deer, roe, and even wallabies! Adult $209 $199 Child $209 $199 access to the most isolated of islands where you will find an abundance of wildlife, such as osprey, snew, capercaille, and larger Take a boxed lunch picnic, stop and swim, stroll up to an island s summit for magnificent panoramic views or relax on a secluded beach. You set the pace on this fantastic trip. A fabulous get-away-from-it-all experience! Please Note: The minimum age to participate is 12 years old. You must sign a waiver to participate in this program. A box lunch from the ship will be provided. Depart July Return July Enjoy the beautiful islands at your leisure MINIMUM REGISTRATION: 25 MAXIMUM CAPACITY: 40 Greenock- Page 8