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From its rugged sea-sprayed islands to its stately castles layered in history, Scotland awaits. Learn how the bagpipes are played and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Take a cruise on famed Loch Ness. Visit a local family on their farm and meet their sheepdogs. Marvel at the stunning scenery of the Isle of Skye. Explore the Orkney Islands’ ancient Skara Brae. Visit Dunrobin Castle. Explore the regal city of Edinburgh. Put a modern twist on Scottish cuisine during an interactive cooking demonstration. Take in the spectacle of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Discover a land of rolling green Highlands, friendly sheepdogs, and historic castles.
Departs
2 & 9 August 2026
Advertised pricing is based on per person twin share, correct as of 11 September 2025, valid intil 9 October unless sold out sooner
Inclusions
Your Tour Includes
5 Handpicked Accommodations
15 Meals
Must-See Inclusions:
Take in the spectacle of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, one of Scotland’s greatest events.
Journey through the stunning Isle of Skye whilst soaking up the dramatic views.
Visit magnificent Edinburgh Castle, a stone fortress perched high above the city.
Cultural Experiences:
Visit a family-run Highlands farm and watch sheepdogs at work in the mountain wilderness.
Learn how the bagpipe, that quintessentially Scottish instrument, has become such an integral part of the country’s culture.
Discover the Neolithic ruins on Orkney and how they have shaped the island today.
Culinary Inclusions:
Listen to bagpipes as you savour modern Scottish fare.
Enjoy an interactive cooking demonstration at one of Edinburgh's premier culinary institutions.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Glasgow, Scotland
Arrive in Glasgow, Scotland’s Victorian city. With no planned activities today, you can explore Glasgow at leisure. Tonight, your Scottish adventure begins with a visit to a local restaurant. After experiencing a piping demonstration and lesson with a renowned piper, join your fellow travellers for a lively welcome dinner at the restaurant.
Day 2 | Glasgow - Ballachulish
This morning, bid Glasgow farewell as you travel to your next destination. First, stop at a local whisky distillery for a guided tour and tasting. After some free time for lunch in a nearby town, you can relax aboard the motorcoach and admire the verdant green hills and mountainside waters as you arrive at your remote countryside hotel, situated on lovely Loch Linnhe.
Day 3 | Ballachulish - Isle of Skye - Ballachulish
This morning, journey to the stunning Isle of Skye, also known in poetry and song as Eilean a' Cheò (The Misty Isle). Upon arrival in Armadale, a local from the island joins you to share the history of this magical place and what it is like to live there today. A visit to the capital of Portree allows some time to explore before taking the scenic route back to Broadford. End your day by returning to Ballachulish via the Skye Bridge and a scenic drive along the “Road to the Isles.”
Day 4 | Ballachulish - Loch Ness - Thurso
Today, enjoy stunning and unspoiled landscapes as you journey further into the Highlands. Travel through the Great Glen, famous for its many lochs (lakes). Visit the striking ruins of Urquhart Castle before enjoying a cruise on Loch Ness, one of Britain’s most famous bodies of water. Keep your eyes open — you never know when Nessie might appear! Travel off the beaten path to Thurso, one of Scotland’s most remote towns on the North Coast. Embrace the rustic environment of the Scottish Highlands as you settle in for your two-night stay.
Day 5 | Thurso - Orkney Islands - Thurso
Grab your windbreaker – it’s time for an adventure on the Orkney Islands.* Ferry to this former Viking stronghold off the northernmost coast of Scotland, where artists admire the ever-changing clouds rolling across the sky like a time-lapse at double speed. On the crossing, feel the wind in your hair as you view the abundant bird life and, if you’re lucky, porpoises and seals. A local guide introduces this ethereal place that few visitors to Scotland get to experience. Visit Skara Brae and discover the remains of a Neolithic village built before the Great Pyramids in Egypt. Continue on towards the prehistoric Standing Stones of Stenness, reported to be older than Stonehenge. Make your way through the town of Viking Kirkwall before returning to the mainland.
Day 6 | Thurso – Inverness
As you make your way back from the northern coast, visit the majestic Dunrobin Castle,** which dates back to the 1300s. The castle is built in the style of a French château and is home to the Duke of Sutherland. Next, it’s your choice! Step into history at the atmospheric Culloden Battlefield, where the Jacobite Rising came to a tragic end -OR- visit the imposing Inverness Castle on a self-guided tour, now home to a fascinating museum of the battles of the Highlands. Enjoy an overnight stay in Inverness, capital of the Highlands.
Day 7 | Inverness - Pitlochry – Edinburgh
Begin your day with a visit to a family-run farm set in the heart of the Highlands. See sheepdogs at work whilst surrounded by the mountain wilderness of Cairngorms National Park. Continue on to the vibrant Victorian town of Pitlochry for some time at leisure to explore on your own. End your day in Scotland’s capital city of Edinburgh. Enjoy a lively and interactive cooking demonstration at one of Scotland’s premier culinary institutions. With a “wee dram” in hand, toast the end of a wonderful day.
Day 8 | Edinburgh
Today, visit Edinburgh Castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels. Enjoy a panoramic tour of Edinburgh’s new town before your local expert takes you on a walking tour up to the magnificent castle. Enjoy an afternoon of free time. This evening, take your seat at the spectacular, world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, one of Scotland’s greatest events.
Day 9: Edinburgh - Tour Ends
Your tour of Scotland comes to a close today.
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