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Tour · Insight Vacations · 8 nights

Country Roads of Scotland

  • Attend the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
  • Cruise across the sea to the Isle of Skye
  • Discover the 5,000-year-old village of Skara Brae
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$6,206 pp twin share
8 nights
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Departs 31 August 2026 Returns 5 October 2027
Duration8 nights
OperatorInsight Vacations
StyleTour
HighlightDiscover the grand architecture, ancient history, and natural beauty of Scotland on this 8-night journey through the country's iconic landmarks and hidden gems
Explore Edinburgh's medieval Old Town and modern New Town. Visit the Isle of Skye and the tranquil Orkney Islands. Taste whisky at the Old Pulteney Distillery and enjoy afternoon tea

Set foot on the stomping grounds of the Military Tattoo in Edinburgh, see the grand Georgian architecture of Glasgow and sail across the sea to the Isle of Skye—the most beautiful island of the Inner Hebrides. Enjoy a quieter pace of life on the tranquil Orkney islands as you explore the 1000-year-old Norse Town of Kirkwall and the mysterious Ring of Brodgar. In Wick, whet your whistle with a wee dram of whisky at the Old Pulteney Distillery or visit the fascinating Heritage Museum on this Insight Choice. After exploring the charming cobbled streets of St. Andrews, enjoy cream tea at Atholl Palace.

When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs
31 August 2026
Returns 5 October 2027
Returns
5 October 2027
Duration
8 nights
From pp twin share
$6,206 pp
  • 31 Aug 2026 - 08 Sep 2026
    from $7,350 pp twin share *
  • 05 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026
    from $7,795 pp twin share *
  • 12 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
    from $7,295 pp twin share *
  • 14 Sep 2026 - 22 Sep 2026
    from $7,650 pp twin share *
  • 19 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2026
    from $7,450 pp twin share *
  • 21 Sep 2026 - 29 Sep 2026
    from $7,450 pp twin share *
  • 28 Sep 2026 - 06 Oct 2026
    from $7,150 pp twin share *
  • 17 Apr 2027 - 25 Apr 2027
    from $6,975 pp twin share *
  • 24 Apr 2027 - 02 May 2027
    from $6,950 pp twin share *
  • 01 May 2027 - 09 May 2027
    from $7,150 pp twin share *
  • 08 May 2027 - 16 May 2027
    from $7,125 pp twin share *
  • 15 May 2027 - 23 May 2027
    from $7,495 pp twin share *
  • 22 May 2027 - 30 May 2027
    from $7,495 pp twin share *
  • 29 May 2027 - 06 Jun 2027
    from $7,195 pp twin share *
  • 07 Jun 2027 - 15 Jun 2027
    from $7,550 pp twin share *
  • 12 Jun 2027 - 20 Jun 2027
    from $7,550 pp twin share *
  • 21 Jun 2027 - 29 Jun 2027
    from $6,875 pp twin share *
  • 26 Jun 2027 - 04 Jul 2027
    from $7,050 pp twin share *
  • 05 Jul 2027 - 13 Jul 2027
    from $6,345 pp twin share *
  • 10 Jul 2027 - 18 Jul 2027
    from $7,050 pp twin share *
  • 19 Jul 2027 - 27 Jul 2027
    from $7,195 pp twin share *
  • 24 Jul 2027 - 01 Aug 2027
    from $7,195 pp twin share *
  • 26 Jul 2027 - 03 Aug 2027
    from $6,205.50 pp twin share *
  • 31 Jul 2027 - 08 Aug 2027
    from $7,650 pp twin share *
  • 07 Aug 2027 - 15 Aug 2027
    from $7,650 pp twin share *
  • 09 Aug 2027 - 17 Aug 2027
    from $7,650 pp twin share *
  • 16 Aug 2027 - 24 Aug 2027
    from $7,650 pp twin share *
  • 21 Aug 2027 - 29 Aug 2027
    from $7,650 pp twin share *
  • 04 Sep 2027 - 12 Sep 2027
    from $6,435 pp twin share *
  • 13 Sep 2027 - 21 Sep 2027
    from $7,195 pp twin share *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Cabin grades, balcony upgrades and pre-cruise hotel options are quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Welcome to Edinburgh

    Join your Travel Director for dinner at a local restaurant. On select departures, during your time in Edinburgh you will also attend The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo — a colourful mix of pipes and drums, dance and display, set against the floodlit backdrop of Edinburgh Castle.

  2. 2

    Edinburgh, The Capital of Culture

    Join a Local Expert to see the highlights of the city. In the Old Town, see the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official Scottish residence of the King. Drive along Princes Street to the ornate Scott Monument, then see the 18th-century New Town with its neoclassical Georgian facades. Venture up the Royal Mile to visit Edinburgh Castle, home of Mons Meg and Scotland’s Crown Jewels. The rest of the day is at leisure; why not visit the art treasures in the National Gallery? Later, you could choose an Optional Experience at a Scottish cultural dinner with haggis, music and ceilidh dancing.

  3. 3

    To St. Andrews and the Highland Capital of Inverness

    Cross the Firth of Forth into Fife and journey to St. Andrews, passing the Old Course, home of golf since its creation in the 15th century. Enjoy free time to explore. Perhaps stroll to West Sands Beach where the famous 'Chariots of Fire' scene was filmed? Alternatively, wander to St. Andrews University where the current Prince and Princess of Wales first met. Stop at Atholl Palace and Gardens for a delicious cream tea. Originally opened in Victorian times, the hotel retains many traditional features. Continue via Blair Atholl and pass the Grampian Mountains on the way to the sparkling Spey Valley.

  4. 4

    Culloden, Loch Ness and onto Thurso

    Keep your eyes peeled for the Loch Ness monster this morning during a scenic drive along the legendary lake. See Culloden Battlefield, where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Jacobite army was crushed in 1746. Visit the Culloden Visitor Centre. Next, with Insight Choice discover the fishing port of Wick. Choose to visit the Old Pulteney Distillery to taste a wee dram of its award-winning whiskies. Alternatively, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a visit to the Wick Heritage Museum and hear about the past of this once thriving fishing community.

  5. 5

    A Day in the Orkney Islands

    Start the day by boarding the ferry to the beautiful Orkney Islands where the countryside is breathtakingly majestic and the tranquillity supports a quieter pace of life. Here the hardy locals say they live ‘below the wind and above the water’. Your Travel Director accompanies you as you visit the small chapel built by Italian prisoners during World War II, the old Norse town of Kirkwall, 5,000-year-old village of Skara Brae and the mysterious Ring of Brodgar.

  6. 6

    Over the Sea to Skye

    Travel through stunning, pristine landscapes along the northern coast with its white sandy beaches, and further inland to misty valleys and glens, lochs and rushing waters. Then it’s ‘Over the Sea to Skye,’ the largest and most beautiful island of the Inner Hebrides. On the way to Broadford, hear romantic tales of how young Flora MacDonald helped rescue Bonnie Prince Charlie and see the dramatic Cuillin Hills.

  7. 7

    Through the Scottish Highlands to Glencoe

    This morning explore this wild and beautiful island on your own, before crossing to the Kyle of Lochalsh. Stop for a photo at remote Eilean Donan Castle, which under a clear sky offers a perfect reflection in its loch. Move on to the WWII Commando Memorial where there is a fine view of Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain. Enjoy spectacular scenery en route to the Valley of Glencoe. Join a ranger for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, learn about the protection of this rare ecosystem and the important work reintroducing lost indigenous species to its flora and fauna. In the evening, enjoy market-fresh Scottish ingredients and wine, as you get together with your newfound friends for a sumptuous dinner. Don't be surprised if, by the end of the evening, you're 'Toasting to the Lassies' or singing 'Auld Lang Syne'.

  8. 8

    Along the Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond to Glasgow

    Spend time around peaceful Loch Lomond, ‘Queen of Scottish Lochs’ according to Sir Walter Scott and the largest in Great Britain. Perhaps experience the beauty and tranquillity of the loch with an optional cruise before continuing to Glasgow? An orientation drive through the city will show you the grand public buildings, including George Square and St. Mungo’s Cathedral. Then the rest of the afternoon is at your leisure.

  9. 9

    Depart Glasgow

    Today, bid farewell to your journey along the country roads of Scotland as you transfer to the airport.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • 1 Afternoon Tea.
  • Pitlochry: Atholl Palace, built as a Victorian Baronial retreat over 130 years ago, hosts your afternoon tea.
  • You’ll be welcomed into the banqueting room to enjoy a traditional afternoon tea accompanied by sandwiches, scones, Scottish shortbread and traditional Scottish tablet.
  • Glencoe: Your adventure culminates with a wonderful evening enjoying the best Highland hospitality and market-fresh ingredients.
  • Edinburgh: A hush descends, and eyes turn to the castle.
  • The skirl of the pipes rises and drums crack the night air as a tide of tunics and tartan flood from the drawbridge.
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

  • Ballachulish, Glencoe
  • Kingsmills, Inverness
  • Malmaison Edinburgh, Leith
  • Radisson Blu, Glasgow
  • The Dunollie, Broadford
  • The Pentland, Thurso
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 9 days and 8 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 31 Aug 2026 and 05 Oct 2027, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
Are discounts available?
Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
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