Bonnie Scotland

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Famous for its fascinating history, breathtaking scenery, lively cities, and charming villages, Scotland is a thrill for the senses. Venture through the country's most sought-after hotspots, from Glencoe and Loch Ness to Stirling and Cairngorms National Park! Enjoy stays in Glasgow, the Isle of Skye, Aberdeen, and Edinburgh, with included Scottish breakfast e...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

What's this trip about?

    Famous for its fascinating history, breathtaking scenery, lively cities, and charming villages, Scotland is a thrill for the senses. Venture through the country's most sought-after hotspots, from Glencoe and Loch Ness to Stirling and Cairngorms National Park! Enjoy stays in Glasgow, the Isle of Skye, Aberdeen, and Edinburgh, with included Scottish breakfast each morning. With a guide by your side, this incredible 6-night vacation will be 100% fun and 0% stress. Enjoy included perks like a cruise on Loch Lomond, a whiskey distillery tour, and visits to Edinburgh Castle, Royal Yacht Britannia, Stirling Castle, St. Andrews Golf Practice Center, Culloden, and more! Put your kilt on and get your camera ready - Scotland is waiting!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityGlasgow
End CityScotland

Destinations

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare into Glasgow (GLA), out of Edinburgh (EDI)
    • Round-trip airport transfers*
    • Accommodation in hotels listed, or similar: 2 nights in Glasgow at the Doubletree by Hilton Glasgow Central
    • 1 night in Inverness at the Columba Hotel
    • 1 night in Aberdeen at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel
    • 2 nights in Edinburgh at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket Guided sightseeing as described in the itinerary, including the following: Cruise on Loch Lomond
    • Guided whiskey distillery tour
    • Visit to Stirling Castle
    • Scenic drive to the Isle of Skye
    • Visit to the Culloden Battlefield & Visitor Center
    • Sightseeing tour to Scone Palace & St. Andrews Golf Practice Center
    • Visit to Edinburgh Castle & Royal Yacht Britannia
    • Edinburgh Military Tattoo performance- included for August 5 through August 22 departures only Full Scottish breakfast daily and 3 dinners
    • Services of a Professional Travel Director
    • Headsets throughout the tour
    • Transportation by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
    • Hotel tips, taxes, porterage and service charges *Departure flight must be between 6:00 am and 3:00 pm to take advantage of included transfer **Note:Children must be 8 years or older at time of travel.

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Glasgow!

Touch down in the artsy-cool city of Glasgow! Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your first hotel and check in. The rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore! 

Around 6 pm, meet your tour director and traveling companions for a delicious welcome dinner at your hotel!

Day 2 Glasgow

Recharge with a full Scottish breakfast and get ready to explore! Today, your first stop will be sparkling Loch Lomond, where a cruise will bring you past pretty islands, from Luss to the picturesque village of Balmaha. Add some spirit to your day with a guided...

Day 3 Glasgow - Inverness

Grab your camera and get ready for a striking day of spectacular scenery. Follow dramatic mountain ranges and idyllic lakes ("lochs") as you proceed via the awe-inspiring expanse of Rannoch Moore, scenic Glen Coe, Fort William, and the "Road to the Isles" to Gl...

Day 4 Inverness - Aberdeen

Get one last glimpse of the beautiful Inverness before continuing on your way to the Culloden Visitor Centre, where you'll hear the story of the crushing Hanoverian victory over Bonnie Prince Charlie's Scottish clans.

In the afternoon, enjoy more spectacu...

Day 5 Aberdeen - Edinburgh

In contrast to the valleys and rolling hills you've been used to, today you'll drive along the shores of the North Sea, through rich, fertile, wide-open farmland to Perth. Enjoy a visit to Scone Palace, the stately home of the Earl and Countess of Mansfield. Up...

Day 6 Edinburgh

Wake up and smell the excitement! After a yummy Scottish breakfast, join your local guide for a pleasant morning of city sightseeing. Start in the 200-year-old "New Town," then be surrounded by charm in the "Old Town." Visit Edinburgh Castle and admire Scotland...

Day 7 Depart Scotland

Squeeze all your souvenirs into your luggage and give Scotland the royal wave goodbye. Enjoy a comfortable transfer to the airport for your flight home!

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,375
Price per day$482
Last Updated: 1/7/2025

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