Scottish Highlands and Islands 12-Day Tour with Military Tattoo

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Scottish Highlands and Islands 12-Day Tour with Military Tattoo
Scotland
Aug 21 - Sep 2, 2026
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$9,499
Deposit: $1,000

About this trip

  • Edinburgh Royal Military Tattoo (tickets not included in tour price, but will be purchased for you once available, and separately invoiced)

  • Stirling Castle, the Victorian town of Pitlochry, Boutique Shopping, Cairngorm National Park

  • Inverness private city tour, Culloden Battlefield, Ancient Standing Stones & Burial Cairns and Loch Ness

  • Ferry to Isle of Harris & Lewis, Outer Hebrides: The Golden Road, St Clement’s Church

  • Calanais Standing Stones, Blackhouse at Arnol, Gearrannan Blackhouse Village, Harris Tweed Mill, Carloway Beach, Harris Gin Distillery

  • Stornoway, Ferry to the Isle of Skye, The Fairy Glen, Kilt Rock, The Quiraing Loop

  • Eilean Donan Castle, the harbor village of Plockton, Portree, capital of Skye

  • Ferry to Mainland Scotland, Loch Shiel and Glenfinnan, the Glen Coe valley

  • Perthshire, Glenlyon, Falls of Dochart, Aberfeldy, and Rosslyn Chapel

  • Private walking tour of Edinburgh Old Town, the Royal Mile, Victoria Street, Holyrood Palace and Edinburgh Ghosts, Myths and Legends Tour

Additional Information

Deposits are non-refundable.

Payment in-full due 90 days prior to tour. 

In case of participant choosing cancellation, participant will be refunded 50% if more than 90 days prior to tour, not to include initial deposit.

No refund will be given if cancellation is less than 90 days prior to the tour start date. 

We recommend travel insurance through Travel Guard. 


Included:

Accommodations and daily breakfast

Guide/Driver

Attractions listed in itinerary-aside from Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Tickets and Balmoral Palm Court Tea


Meals and tips are not included.


Costs are subject to price changes and availability until the tour deposit is completed. 


Day 1, August 21st

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Arrival in Edinburgh

Welcome to Scotland! Check-in to your hotel and enjoy your first day in Scotland exploring Edinburgh at your leisure. 

Day 2, August 22nd

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Edinburgh & Military Tattoo

Continue your Scotland adventure today with a luxurious traditional afternoon tea served in The Balmoral’s Palm Court (optional). 

This evening, enjoy the Edinburgh Royal Military Tattoo.

Overnight in Edinburgh

Day 3, August 23rd

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Edinburgh to Inverness

Today we leave Edinburgh behind as we begin our journey into the Highlands. Our first stop is Stirling Castle, a pivotal site in Scottish history and the former residence of Scotland’s royalty. After that, we’ll take in the quaint Victorian charm of Pitlochry, perfect for some boutique shopping. For those interested, there’s the chance to savor a ‘wee dram’ at Dalwhinnie Distillery. Then, we’ll drive through the scenic valleys of Cairngorm National Park, heading towards Inverness, where dinner and our accommodations await us.

Overnight in Inverness

Day 4, August 24th

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Inverness and Surrounds

Our day begins with a city tour of Inverness, where our guide brings to life its rich and fascinating history. Then, we visit the infamous and deeply moving Battlefield of Culloden of 1746, which changed the Highland way of life forever. As the day progresses, we’ll wander among the ancient Clava Cairns, their stones whispering 4,000 years of history. Our afternoon drive circles Loch Ness, promising striking vistas. We finish the day with a delicious dinner at a local-favorite restaurant.

Overnight in Inverness

Day 5, August 25th

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Inverness to Isles of Lewis and Harris

This morning, we depart from Inverness and journey northwest to Ullapool, where we’ll catch the ferry to the Isles of Lewis and Harris. Upon our arrival in Harris, we take the Golden Road, an exquisite route known for its rugged beauty. Each turn reveals new breathtaking vistas and opportunities for wildlife spotting. We’ll stop at the picturesque St Clement’s Church, a fifteenth-century edifice established for the Chiefs of the MacLeods of Harris. Our day concludes as we navigate the rocky east coast en route to Stornoway, where we’ll enjoy dinner and settle into our accommodations for the night.

Overnight in Stornoway

Day 6, August 26th

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Isles of Lewis and Harris

Today we spend the day exploring the Isles, starting with the Calanais Standing Stones, predating even the Pyramids of Giza. We’ll explore the 1880 Blackhouse at Arnol, offering a window into traditional island life and Hebridean crafts. At the Gearrannan Blackhouse Village, we’ll see a preserved crofting township of nine cottages, inhabited until 1974. Witness the skilled weaving of Harris Tweed and enjoy the panoramic views of Carloway’s secluded bays. Our day concludes with a visit to Harris Gin Distillery for a tour and tasting of their renowned gin.

Overnight in Stornoway

Day 7, August 27th

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Isles of Lewis and Harris to The Isle of Skye

We enjoy a relaxing morning in Stornoway with free time around this lovely fishing port and its delightful shops. Early afternoon, we’ll depart on the ferry that takes us across to the captivating Isle of Skye. Today, we delve into the mesmerizing landscapes of this beautifully diverse island. We’ll seek out the ethereal Fairy Glen, Kilt Rock waterfall and the majestic Quiraing Loop, a geographical wonder boasting some of the most beautiful vistas in all of Scotland. Tonight, we dine and lodge on Skye’s southern coast.

Overnight on the Isle of Skye

Day 8, August 28th

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The Isle of Skye

Our morning begins at the stunning Eilean Donan Castle, perched on its own small island at the junction of three lochs, a place of breathtaking beauty and rich history. Following this, we venture to the quaint harbor village of Plockton for a lunch featuring the freshest local catch, enhanced by splendid views. The afternoon unfolds in Portree, the vibrant capital of Skye, where we enjoy a leisurely exploration of the picturesque harbor, local crafts, and colorful waterfront homes. Our day concludes with a return to the soothing southern coast of Skye for the night.

Overnight on the Isle of Skye

Day 9, August 29th

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The Isle of Skye to Oban

This morning we catch the ferry back to mainland Scotland and enjoy a day of world famous vistas! Heading east to the shores of beautiful Loch Shiel we’ll visit the Glenfinnan Monument and Viaduct. Next, we are awed as we drive through the majestic Glen Coe valley, the most scenic and historic Highland glen. Making our way to the lively port town of Oban, we enjoy an excellent fresh-caught seafood dinner and lodge for the night.

Overnight in Oban

Day 10, August 30th

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Oban to Edinburgh

This morning, we set out from Oban, journeying through the breathtaking landscapes of Highland Perthshire and into the tranquility of Glenlyon, hailed as ‘Scotland’s loveliest glen’ by Sir Walter Scott. Our route includes a pause at the lovely Falls of Dochart and a drive through the picturesque town of Aberfeldy. Our travels culminate at the exquisite Rosslyn Chapel, a 15th-century architectural marvel, celebrated by its feature in ‘The DaVinci Code., before we end our evening in Edinburgh.

Overnight in Edinburgh

Day 11, August 31st

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Edinburgh City

Today, enjoy Edinburgh at your leisure.  

Options can include exploring Edinburgh Old Town, the Royal Mile and Victoria Street. 

Tour the majestic Holyrood Palace, the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland. 

A delightful lunch at a local-favorite restaurant on Castlehill, just steps from the gates to Edinburgh Castle. 

Delve into the city’s eerie past with a private Ghosts & Legends Tour to explore the historical sites and graveyards of Old Town Edinburgh, each with its own haunting tale.

Overnight in Edinburgh

Day 12, September 1st

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Edinburgh

Continue to enjoy your final full day in Scotland exploring Edinburgh at your leisure.

Day 13, September 2nd

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Departure

Flight home 

About your organizer

As a lifelong travel enthusiast, I founded my tour company on the idea of being intentionally different. Not a faceless online booking engine or a simple travel agency. I wanted to give travelers another option… Truly personalized service providing travel that is as unique as you. Every trip I plan is personally customized. My passion is creating a unique journey tailored to you, an experience you’ll cherish and reflect on. We can’t wait to show you our favorite places through local eyes! Tish Creech (Founder)

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