The Highlights of Scotland Tour

Departures & Pricing

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Itinerary

1. 1

   Glasgow

   Join your tour group at the hotel.

2. 2

   Glasgow

   Our Scotland tour begins at glorious Culzean Castle. This 18th-century castle is perched high on the Ayrshire cliffs and filled with turrets with the treasures of its former inhabitants. Surrounding it is a 260-hectare estate planted with conifer and beech woodland and dotted with secret follies and fruit-filled glasshouses. Returning to Glasgow, we’ll visit its magnificent Gothic cathedral - the largest in Scotland (and one of the oldest). After our stop here, you’ll have free time to explore the city. There are some wonderful museums and art galleries, plus a fantastic mural trail that spotlights works by acclaimed street artists. Or go for a wander in the Botanic Gardens, which feature a wrought-iron Victorian glasshouse.

3. 3

   Glasgow - Fort William

   Just outside Glasgow, we’ll briefly stop to snap photos of the Falkirk Wheel (the world’s first - and only - rotating boat lift) and the Kelpies (30-metre-high statues of horse heads). Next, we’ll enter the world of Scotland’s Renaissance kings and queens as we tour grand Stirling Castle, with its imposing Great Hall and peaceful gardens. Our final stop for the day is Dunblane Cathedral, one of Scotland’s few surviving medieval churches. From here, we’ll make our way northwest to Fort William.

4. 4

   Glenfinnan - Cairngorms National Park - Aviemore

   After a morning visit to Mallaig, we'll head to Glenfinnan House Hotel for an afternoon tea and then visit the Glenfinnan Visitor Centre. On the way, we'll pass the Glenfinnan Monument to capture views of the 21-arch Glenfinnan Viaduct (instantly recognizable for any Harry Potter film fans). We’ll then take the scenic route to Aviemore, passing mountains and munros as we travel through the wild landscapes of the UK’s biggest national park: Cairngorms.

5. 5

   Culloden - Inverness - Loch Ness

   This morning, we’ll pay a visit to the battlefield at Culloden, the scene of the final Jacobite uprising in 1746. The visitor center offers a poignant look at the conflict and its background. Next, we’ll head into the center of Inverness, where you’ll have free time for lunch and a stroll around the capital of the Highlands. Our final stop for the day is Loch Ness, where we’ll admire the cinematic scenery and perhaps scan the inky waters for a sighting of Nessie.

6. 6

   Aberdeen

   Nestled in the beautiful Findhorn Valley is the sprawling Logie Estate, home to forest, farmland, and a winding, salmon-filled river. We’ll stop here for a guided tour of the gardens on our way to Aberdeen. The afternoon is free to relax or join us for an optional whisky tasting.

7. 7

   St Andrews - Edinburgh

   This morning, you’ll have the chance to explore the lovely little town of St Andrews. Maybe wander in the atmospheric cathedral grounds or visit St Andrews Castle, included in your Scottish Explorer Pass. Arriving in Edinburgh, we’ll step aboard the former ‘floating palace’ of Queen Elizabeth II, the Royal Yacht Britannia. Discover stories of life at sea as you explore five decks, from the state apartments to the gleaming engine room.

8. 8

   Edinburgh

   Enjoy a free day in Edinburgh, one of the UK’s most beautiful cities. There are some great museums and galleries, such as the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art and the National Museum of Scotland. Sightseeing highlights include the castle (you'll enjoy free entry with your included Scotland Explorer Pass) and the views over the city from Calton Hill.

9. 9

   Edinburgh

   Say goodbye to your tour group for your onward travel.

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