Scottish Highlands Escape

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Take an exciting Caledonian adventure through the highlands from Edinburgh to Glasgow on this guided vacation in Scotland! Enjoy the moors even more by visiting during the off season, with fewer crowds and lower prices. Begin in Edinburgh to visit the Castle and admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Visit the home of golf at St. Andrews. Stop in the Victorian mount...
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Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

What's this trip about?

    Take an exciting Caledonian adventure through the highlands from Edinburgh to Glasgow on this guided vacation in Scotland! Enjoy the moors even more by visiting during the off season, with fewer crowds and lower prices. Begin in Edinburgh to visit the Castle and admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Visit the home of golf at St. Andrews. Stop in the Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry to admire its Scottish Baronial architecture and take a spirited tour of a whisky distillery. Spend the night in the Highland capital of Inverness, and prepare for a day of glorious Scottish scenery crossing the battleground at Culloden Moor on your drive along the shores of Loch Ness to Fort William. Admire even more beautifully rugged landscapes from Glen Coe to Oban on the western coast of Scotland. Travel through the serene glens, lush forests, and rushing rivers of The Trossachs—Scotland’s first national park. Relish in the lovely views of Loch Lomond. Take a drive through Glasgow to see its 12th-century cathedral, stately university buildings, and elegant Georgian squares built in the heyday of the tobacco barons. Finally, gather with your traveling companions, and raise a glass to this bonnie jaunt of a guided vacation in Scotland.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transport
Start City EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND
End CityGLASGOW

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus

Destinations

Attractions

  • Edinburgh
  • Edinburgh
  • Glasgow
  • Inverness
  • Loch Lomond

Activities

  • Culture

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: ARRIVE IN EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND

Welcome to Edinburgh! Tonight, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)

Day 2: EDINBURGH

Traditions & Treasures EDINBURGH Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the New Town and Old Town. Visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Free time this afternoon. (Breakfast)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Edinburgh Castle, ...

Day 3: EDINBURGH–ST. ANDREWS–PITLOCHRY–INVERNESS

Mulligans & Malts Scenic drive over the elegant Forth Road Bridge and through the historic county of Fife. ST. ANDREWS See the home of golf and famous university town. PITLOCHRY [LF] Guided tour of a whisky distillery. (Breakfast) 200 mi / 325 km

LOCAL FAV...

Day 4: INVERNESS–CULLODEN MOOR–FORT WILLIAM–OBAN

Noble Warriors & Epic Monsters CULLODEN MOOR Visit the Culloden battlefield site. Scenic drive along the shores of Loch Ness. FORT WILLIAM free time. OBAN Free time. (Breakfast,Dinner) 125 mi / 201 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDS & LORE Survey the shores of...

Day 5: OBAN–THE TROSSACHS–GLASGOW

Natural Sights & City Lights Travel through The Trossachs and past Loch Lomond. GLASGOW Orientation drive to see the 12th-century cathedral, university buildings, and Georgian squares. A farewell dinner at your hotel. (Breakfast,Dinner) 99 mi / 160 km

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Day 6: GLASGOW

Safe Travels Until We Meet Again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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Last Updated: 3/19/2025
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Accommodation

Leonardo Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel

The Leonardo Edinburgh Haymarket Hotel lies in the historical heart of the city, right next door to Haymarket station and a vast array of cafés, bars and restaurants. Discover the numerous sights and events in this lively city.

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

1 Morrison Link

Marriott Courtyard

Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh is the newest edition to the Scottish capital, combining heritage and style with an innovative design and locally inspired furnishings. The hotel has a prime location, just a five-minute walk from Princes Street and Waverley Station. Spacious, modern hotel rooms include quality amenities, such as a selection of in-room entertainment, plush bedding, and a work desk. Meals are served in The Lantern Room and the lobby offers an innovative and sophisticated space for working and relaxing.

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

1 - 3 Baxter's Place

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

Where the River Ness meets the Moray Firth, AC Hotel Inverness, the largest hotel in the city, offers modern accommodation in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. This perfectly positioned hotel is only a short walk from Inverness Railway Station and the finest shopping and sightseeing spots. Our thoughtfully designed guest rooms offer modern decor, flexible workspace, free Wi-Fi, a smart TV and plenty of space to unwind or focus before your meeting in a calm environment. The perfect blend of form and functions for a stay in Inverness. Start the day with a European-style breakfast and end it with hand crafted cocktails at the AC Lounge. The restaurant completes the offer with tapas-style bites and local flavors, perfectly paired with iconic views across the river. After a long day of exploring the legend of Loch Ness, let us pour you a glass of our signature gin tonic whilst you welcome a moment of tranquility on our riverside terrace. Unfold an enriching stay in one of Scotland¿s most picturesque cities.

Inverness

United Kingdom

Mercure Inverness Hotel

Enjoy warm Highland hospitality in Old Town Inverness at Mercure Inverness Hotel. Rebuilt on the site of the original Caledonian Hotel, the modern hotel is just 200 meters from Inverness train station and a caber toss from the city's numerous pubs and restaurants. All 121 guest bedrooms have HD TV and complimentary high speed WiFi. Enjoy panoramic views of the River Ness in the hotel's riverside restaurant or explore The 33 Church Street Bar & Brasserie signature menue.

Inverness

United Kingdom

Church St,

The Ballachulish Hotel

The Ballachulish hotel is a friendly, cozy place to stay. All the 53 bedrooms offer modern decor, inspired by all that the West Highlands has to offer. With free WIFI, and all the home comforts you would expect, the hotel is a great place to stay and explore the local area. With views as far as the eye can see and the use of the local leisure, soak up the views of Loch Linnhe while tucking into the food locally sourced and prepared by hotel¿s chefs, the FISH restaurant is the good spot to enjoy a relaxing dinner.

Glencoe

United Kingdom

Nr Fort William

Oban Bay Hotel

On the edge of Oban's picturesque esplanade in the heart of Argyll, Oban Bay Hotel is an ideal base for exploring Scotland's west coast and the Highlands. Following a multi-million pound investment the hotel and its restaurant have a fresh modern look. The remodelled spa area features a sauna, steam room, hydropool and treatments from organic Scottish skincare brand ishga. All rooms are en-suite and include a hospitality tray, Scottish toiletries and hairdryer, with front-facing rooms and the hotel's spacious sun lounge offering panoramic views of incredible sunsets over the bay. 

Oban-Argyll, Scotland

United Kingdom

Corran Esplanade

Clayton Hotel Glasgow

The hotel is situated on Clyde Street overlooking the beautiful River Clyde and just a 10 minutes' walk from George Square, and Glasgow's main shopping streets, art galleries, bars and restaurants. All rooms are air-conditioned and include King Koil mattresses for an enhanced sleep experience, HD TVs with Chromecast, WIFI and complimentary use of fitness suite.

Glasgow

United Kingdom

286 Clyde St

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