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Visit the charming Ayrshire coast, birthplace of Scotland’s National Poet, Robert Burns, on this full-day trip from Glasgow. Home to ancient Scottish castles and a romantic countryside, you’ll find the region to be as captivating as Robert Burns described in his many poems and songs.
Your tour can be completely customised to your preferences, but here is a suggested route to discover the inspiration behind the country’s most famous poet – Robert Burns.
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Culzean Castle
Culzean Castle and Gardens is a mighty fortress situated in a fabulous cliff-top location, set in over 600 acres of land. It is home to the Kennedy family, one of Scotland’s oldest families, who can trace their ancestry back to Robert the Bruce. In front of the castle lies the Fountain Garden, home to an enchanting terraced garden, charming follies, gorgeous herbaceous borders and a Swan Pond.
A majestic structure surrounded by stunning grounds allows visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty and historical architecture of Scotland. A must-see for those visiting Burns Country.
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Alloway
The small town of Alloway, birthplace and home of Scotland’s national poet – Robert Burns. Born in 1759, he died less than 40 years later after penning works that include Auld Lang Syne and Tam O‘Shanter. Here you can visit the museum which includes Burns Cottage, where he was born – an amazing piece of living history.
For poetry fans from across the globe, visiting Alloway is an unmissable opportunity to discover the roots of the most famous Scots poet.
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Drumlanrig Castle
The hugely impressive 17th century Drumlanrig Castle is the Dumfriesshire seat of the Duke and Duchess of Buccleuch. Inside, discover magnificent rooms and spectacular collections of silver, porcelain, French furniture and art - including Rembrandt's Old Woman Reading. The castle is set in a 120,000-acre estate with several walking trails to explore.
Drumlanrig Castle allows visitors to delve deeply into Scottish history whilst soaking up the finest culture and exploring beautiful countryside, an unforgettable experience for anyone touring Scotland.
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