Spectacular Scotland

Spectacular Scotland
A once-in-a-lifetime luxury incentive program taking in historic Edinburgh
and breath-taking Perthshire
Experience the magic of Scotland, with a five day incentive programme centered around two of
its most revered five star properties – The Balmoral, Edinburgh and The Gleneagles Hotel,
Perthshire.
In a package designed to showcase traditional Scottish delights – from castle tours, to falconry
lessons, from gastronomy demonstrations, to world class golf – your guests will have the
opportunity to explore Scotland’s capital, steeped in history and beautiful architecture, before
escaping to the rolling hills and glens of Perthshire.
Priced from $2039 per person*, based on double occupancy, this is a once-in-a-lifetime trip, in
some of the most luxurious accommodation Scotland has to offer.
Inclusions
The Balmoral, Edinburgh
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Two nights’ accommodation in Executive rooms at The Balmoral with full Scottish
breakfast
One upgrade to a suite with every 20 rooms booked
Complimentary welcome cocktail reception
Kilt fitting with a dram of whisky & sashes for ladies
Scottish themed welcome dinner, with Ceilidh and traditional Address to the Haggis
Scottish cookery demonstration with The Balmoral’s Michelin Star, Executive Chef, Jeff
Bland
Exclusive Edinburgh Castle tour & private lunch*
Trip to explore the underground City, including Mary Kings Close, a series of rooms and
streets frozen in time since the 17th Century*
The Gleneagles Hotel, Perthshire
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Two nights’ accommodation in Estate rooms at The Gleneagles Hotel, with the famous
Gleneagles breakfast daily
Complimentary transfers from Gleneagles train station
One upgrade to a suite for every 20 rooms booked
Welcome drinks reception and private dinner
Choice of one spa treatment per guest OR a round of golf on the PGA Centenary Course,
Host Venue for the 2014 Ryder Cup
Choice of a whisky tasting in the exclusive Blue Bar OR wine tasting in the atmospheric
Gleneagles Cellars
Choice of one of Gleneagles’ traditional country pursuits:
o Group falconry lesson – master the art of falconry, one of the oldest and most
aristocratic sports, long regarded as “The Sport of Kings”. Our experienced
falconry instructor will talk you through the care and handling of the majestic
Harris Hawk, and teach you to fly a bird from your gloved hand, OR
o Group shooting lesson – under the tutelage of one of our knowledgeable Ghillies,
learn the basics of skeet shooting at Gleneagles’ world-class lodge, where clay
shooting stands include The Pheasant, the Bolting Rabbit and the elusive Haggis
Rates
Rates start from $2,039 for groups of ten people or more, valid until March 31, 2016, excluding
travel costs.
Alternatively, if you prefer to create your own program, group rates for room and breakfast
only, based on two persons sharing, are from $285 per person per night (Balmoral) and $250
(Gleneagles) including VAT.
About The Balmoral
The Balmoral
Part of Rocco Forte Hotels since 1997, The Balmoral is a luxury hotel in the true sense of the
word. The 188-bedroom hotel with its majestic clock tower is located at 1 Princes Street in the
centre of Edinburgh. The Balmoral boasts an award winning Afternoon Tea venue – Palm Court;
Michelin-starred “Number One” restaurant, presided over by Executive Chef, Jeff Bland; Scotch a
whisky bar with over 400 Scottish whiskies from every region, a luxurious spa and ten function
rooms accommodating up to 450 people, all of which enjoy fantastic views of Edinburgh Castle.
Rocco Forte Hotels is a family of 11 individual hotels and resorts. Each property has a unique
style, reflecting its nationality and location, but all share Rocco Forte Hotels’ trademark
attention to detail, high quality and immaculate service.
About The Gleneagles Hotel, Perthshire
Established in 1924 and hailed as “The Palace in the Glens”, the five Star Gleneagles Hotel nestles
in a picturesque 850-acre estate yet is just one hour from Edinburgh and Glasgow international
airports.
Gleneagles is renowned for its three championship golf courses - The PGA Centenary Course venue for the 2014 Ryder Cup - and the stunning King's and Queen's Courses, designed by James
Braid.
Throughout the hotel you will find the finest comfort – from the 232 luxury bedrooms and
suites, to the spacious destination spa by ESPA – and an array of world-class dining options,
including Andrew Fairlie, Scotland’s only two Michelin-starred restaurant. The Activities School
offers clay shooting, archery and fishing, as well as one of Europe’s leading equestrian centers.
Meanwhile, at the Gundog School, guests can learn how to handle a trained gundog,
incorporating obedience, agility and handling.
With tennis, croquet, off-road driving and the British Falconry School in the grounds, there
really is something for everyone.
Meanwhile, the local area provides a plethora of fascinating historical and cultural attractions,
including Stirling Castle, Scone Palace and several whisky distilleries.
* Terms & Conditions
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Rates are per person based on two people sharing a king or twin bedded room,
inclusive of VAT (at 20%)
Rates are commissionable to travel agents and incentive house at 10% (exclusive to
rate and on the net amount less VAT and any third party charges e.g. AV
Once we establish your exact requirements, we will set and guarantee an exchange
rate for you, so that you know the exact cost of your event, right up until 31st March
2016 (details of which will be included in your full proposal)
Travel costs and transfers are not included in rates quoted
Beverages in gala dinner and staff gratuities are not included in price
*Offsite events, tour and theatre are not included
Rates are available to new bookings only, subject to availability and terms and
conditions
Valid until March 31, 2016.
Contact details
The Balmoral
Charlotte Weatherall, Director of Sales & Marketing
Telephone: +44 (0) 131 6228801
e-mail: cweatherall@roccofortehotels.com
www.thebalmoralhotel.com
Rachel Williamson, North American Sales Representative (based in US)
Telephone: 760.565.6523
Mobile: 760.238.0568
e-mail: rachel.Williamson@gleneagles.com
www.gleneagles.com