This 8-day small group journey takes you through the highlights of the Scottish Highlands. In Edinburgh, explore cobbled streets, visit the Palace of Holyrood House, and tour Edinburgh Castle. Travel north through forests, glens, and the Cairngorm peaks, stopping in charming historic towns along the way. Visit Inverness, the Culloden Battlefield, and the ancient Clava Cairns. Cross to the Isle of Skye to see Kilt Rock, the Old Man of Storr, and other famous landscapes. Explore Glenfinnan, take a day trip to the Isles of Mull and Iona, and finish the journey at Stirling Castle and the Kelpies. This is an unforgettable Highland experience filled with beauty, culture, memory, and meaning. Price starting at $3,999 per person.
Luxury Mini Coach (14-18 pax.)
3-Star Accommodations
Ground Transportation and Airport Transfers
Guide
Breakfast
Attractions listed in itinerary
Flights
Meals aside from breakfast
Attractions not listed in itinerary
Gratuities
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Upon arrival in Edinburgh, you will be collected and taken to your hotel for check in. Spend the rest of the day starting your exploration of this wonderful city at your own pace.
Overnight in Edinburgh
This morning, we begin with a visit to The Palace of Holyroodhouse, the British monarch’s official Scottish residence, rich in history and architecture.
Next, enjoy a guided walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town, the Royal Mile, and Victoria Street. Your next visit will be to Edinburgh Castle. Perched atop Castle Rock, the castle is a historic fortress and former royal residence, which is now a renowned museum. It houses the Honours of Scotland and offers panoramic city views.
Tonight, enjoy free time in Edinburgh.
Overnight in Edinburgh
Heading north towards Inverness, our day begins with a relaxing and unique forest walk at the spectacular Dunkeld Hermitage.
Next, visit Blair Castle & Gardens, home of Clan Murray for over 750 years. Afterwards, a spot of lunch and some shooping in the quaint Victorian town of Pitlochry.
We then continue north though the Cairngorms National Park, seeing its magnificent granite mountains- here you'll have an opportunity to visit Dalwhinnie Distillery for a wee dram or two.
Next, continue North to the capital of the Highlands, Inverness, which will be your home for the night.
Overnight in Inverness
We'll begin our day with a city tour of Inverness, where your guide explains the rich and fascinating history of the Highland capital.
Then, we'll visit the infamous and deeply moving Battlefield of Culloden of 1746, which changed the Highland way of life forever. Next, explore the pre-historic Clava Cairns-the otherworldly 4,000-year-old standing stones & ring cairns. Next, visit Cawdor Castle and Gardens, a 14th century fortress with stunning gardens.
In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy a beautiful round-trip driving tour of Loch Ness.
Overnight in Inverness
Today, we depart from Inverness towards the enchanting Isle of Skye. We’ll stop to visit one of the most beautiful castles in Scotland, the 13th-century Eilean Donan Castle, before crossing the dramatic bridge over to Skye.
Delve into the Isle of Skye’s iconic landmarks: Kilt Rock, the Old Man of Storr, and Lealt Falls. We'll finish the day browsing through Portree’s harbor shops, then catching a ferry back to the mainland in the evening.
Overnight in Mallaig
Our journey today takes us eastward to the shores of Loch Shiel, stopping at the impressive Glenfinnan Monument and Viaduct.
Experience Fort William, shadowed by the UK’s tallest mountain, Ben Nevis.
After, we'll drive through the mighty and majestic Glen Coe Valley, ending the day at the vibrant port town of Oban.
Overnight in Oban
Today, we'll enjoy a day trip to the beautiful Isles of Mull and Iona, a little under one hour sailing from Oban. The journey has wonderful views of the mainland across the Sound of Mull and passes through the villages of Salen and Aros.
Our day can take us northward to the charming town of Tobermory, known for its vibrant, color-drenched houses that ring the peaceful bay.
You will then take the ferry back to Oban where you stay this evening
Overnight in Oban
This morning, we leave Oban and travel through stunning Highland Perthshire and Glenlyon areas—aptly termed “Scotland’s loveliest glen” by Sir Walter Scott.
Later, we'll visit Stirling, where Stirling Castle sits proudly on a volcanic crag-one of the most important and historic castles in Scotland.
Today's journey concludes at the magnificent Kelpies Monument, a tribute to Scotland’s Clydesdale horses.
Overnight near Edinburgh Airport
Depart Edinburgh Airport (EDI) for home.