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John Knox and The Reformation in Scotland
John Knox and The Reformation in Scotland
Scotland, a land of heather and bagpipes was not always as peaceful. Many aspects of the Reformation took place in Scotland, leading ultimately to the founding of the Church of Scotland and all Presbyterian churches worldwide. This tour is designed to introduce you to the people and places that made this happen. The tour can be designed for your own specific needs, such as, more on Wishart, The Covenanters and opportunities for services with local communities. Sample itineraries for different denominations can be seen elsewhere on this site.
SAMPLE DAILY ITINERARY BELOW
SOME OF THE TOUR’S SIGHTS.
Day 1 – Edinburgh
On arrival meet with your professional tour guide for the short transfer to Edinburgh City Centre. Experience an in introductory tour of some famous landmarks and catch your first glimpses of Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Mile and the Georgian era "New Town". Overnight stay in Edinburgh.
Day 2 – Edinburgh
A full day extended guided tour of the historic centre of the city. Begin with a guided visit inside Edinburgh Castle and continue down The Royal Mile to visit St Giles Cathedral, see The Heart of Midlothian and the exquisite Thistle Chapel and the nearby site of Knox's grave. This visit is often combined with a lunchtime service. Continue to the nearby Scottish Writers Museum which is in a building that was perhaps the Edinburgh home of John Knox. Overnight stay in Edinburgh.
Day 3 – Haddington & St. Andrews
After breakfast we travel south east of the city to explore the small town of Haddington, which was the birthplace of Knox. Our journey north now takes us over The Firth of Forth and into the ancient Kingdom of Fife and to the city of St Andrews. Here we visit the Castle and The Cathedral. The ruins of the cathedral (the largest in Scotland) was the religious capital of Scotland until the Scottish Reformation. See the martyr's memorial to Wishart and Hamilton and see the church where Knox first preached in public. Overnight stay in Edinburgh.
Day 4 – Perth & Stirling Castle
Today begins with a visit to St John's Kirk in Perth, a key place in the life of John Knox and beautiful building with a lamp of faith that has burned for 800 years. Passing through the agricultural central belt of Scotland we arrive in the city of Stirling to tour the castle and for views of The Wallace Monument. Overnight stay in Glasgow.
Day 5 – Glasgow
Depart on a morning guided tour of Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland that has been rejuvenated so much in recent times. Visit St Mungo's Cathedral, the nearby Provands Lordship and Museum of Religious Life. Also in this area is a stunning memorial to John Knox. Free afternoon to explore the city at your own pace, perhaps visiting the still free to enter Kelvingrove Museum or discover more about Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Overnight stay in Glasgow.
Day 6 – Departure
An executive motor coach is provided for the transfer to Edinburgh International Airport.