Discover Scotland
Discover Scotland
Discover Scotland
10 Days Starting in England and ending in Scotland
Visiting: Glasgow, Glencoe, Ballachulish, Skye, Loch Ness, Thurso, Orkney, Inverness, Pitlochry, St Andrews, Edinburgh
Tour operator:
Tour code:
14110
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
10 - 44
Physical rating:
Medium, Activity Level 2
Age range:
5-99
Trip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
From its rugged sea-sprayed islands to its stately castles layered in history, Scotland awaits. Learn how to play the bagpipes and enjoy dinner at the National Piping Centre’s farm-to-table restaurant. Take a cruise on famed Loch Ness. Visit a local family on their farm and meet their sheepdogs. Marvel at the stunning Isle of Skye. Explore the Orkney Islands’ ancient Skara Brae. Visit Dunrobin Castle. Sample Scotch whisky on a distillery tour. Stop in St. Andrews, home of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club. Explore the regal city of Edinburgh. Put a modern twist on Scottish cuisine during an interactive cooking class. Discover a land of rolling green Highlands, friendly sheepdogs, and smooth Scotch whisky.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Overnight Flight
Location: Glasgow
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Maldron
Meals Included: No Meals
An overnight flight transports you to a country of stunning landscapes, lively cities and stirring history.
Day 2 : Glasgow, Scotland - Tour Begins
Location: Glasgow
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ballachulish
Meals Included: Dinner
Your tour opens in Glasgow, Scotland’s Victorian capital city. Start your Scottish adventure with a visit to the National Piping Centre. After a demonstration and lesson with a renowned piper, it’s your chance to give it a go! Then, join your fellow travelers for a lively welcome dinner at the Centre’s farm-to-table restaurant.
Day 3 : Glasgow - Glencoe - Ballachulish
Location: Glasgow, Glencoe, Ballachulish
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ballachulish
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
This morning, bid Glasgow farewell as you travel to one of Scotland’s renowned whisky distilleries. Taste and see for yourself why Highland malt whisky is considered the world’s finest. Continue on to the Highlands, making your way through the breathtaking scenery of Glencoe and Rannoch Moor. Admire the verdant green hills and mountainside waters as you arrive at your remote countryside hotel situated on lovely Loch Linnhe.
Day 4 : Ballachulish - Isle Of Skye - Ballachulish
Location: Ballachulish, Skye, Ballachulish
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Pentland
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
Take a stunning drive along the “Road to the Isles” and over the Skye Bridge to the legendary Isle of Skye, also known in poetry and song as Eilean a' Cheò (The Misty Isle). Enjoy dramatic views of the Sound of Sleat. Then, visit Armadale Castle & Gardens* and the Museum of the Isles to learn about island life and the history of Skye. Conclude your visit with views of the isle from yet another vantage point during a ferry crossing back to the mainland. Returning to Ballachulish along the same road, see Glenfinnan where Bonnie Prince Charlie rallied the clansmen for battle during the 1745 Jacobite Rebellion.
Day 5 : Ballachulish - Loch Ness - Thurso
Location: Ballachulish, Loch Ness, Thurso
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Pentland
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, enjoy stunning and unspoiled landscapes as you journey further into the Highlands. Travel through the Great Glen, famous for its many lochs (lakes). Visit the striking ruins of Urquhart Castle before enjoying a cruise on Loch Ness, one of Britain’s most scenic bodies of water. Keep your eyes open — you never know when Nessie will appear! Travel off the beaten path to Thurso, one of Scotland’s most remote towns on the North Coast. Embrace the rustic environment of the Scottish Highlands as you settle in for your 2-night stay.
Day 6 : Thurso - Orkney Islands - Thurso
Location: Thurso, Orkney, Thurso
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Palace
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
Grab your windbreaker – it’s time for an adventure on the Orkney Islands.** Ferry to this former Viking stronghold off the northernmost coast of Scotland, where artists admire the ever-changing clouds rolling across the sky like a time-lapse at double speed. On the crossing, feel the wind in your hair as you view the abundant bird life and, if you are lucky, porpoises and seals. A local guide introduces this ethereal place that few visitors to Scotland get to experience. Visit Skara Brae and discover the remains of a Neolithic village built at the same time as the Great Pyramids in Egypt. Continue on toward the prehistoric Ring of Brodgar, reported to be older than Stonehenge. Make your way through the town of Viking Kirkwall before returning to the mainland.
Day 7 : Thurso - Inverness
Location: Thurso, Inverness
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
As you make your way back from the northern coast, visit Culloden Battlefield. On this spot in April 1746, a half-hour battle changed the course of Scotland’s history. You’ll also stop at the majestic Dunrobin Castle*** which dates back to the 1300s. Take in the breathtaking views as you drive along the windswept cliffs of Scotland’s east coast. Enjoy an overnight stay in Inverness, capital of the Highlands.
Day 8 : Inverness - Pitlochry - St. Andrews - Edinburgh
Location: Inverness, Pitlochry, St Andrews, Edinburgh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu
Meals Included: Breakfast
Begin your day with a visit to a family-run farm set in the heart of the Highlands. See sheepdogs at work while surrounded by the mountain wilderness of Cairngorms National Park. Continue on to the vibrant Victorian town of Pitlochry for some time at leisure before traveling to St. Andrews, the beautiful town in the Kingdom of Fife that gave the world the game of golf. See the Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the famous Old Course. End your day in Scotland’s capital city of Edinburgh.
Day 9 : Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Radisson Blu Edinburgh
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
Today it’s your choice! Choose to get acquainted with this regal capital on a locally guided panoramic city tour, exploring both the Old and New towns before visiting the Palace at Holyroodhouse,**** the Queen’s official residence in Edinburgh and former home of Mary Queen of Scots -OR- for a different perspective you may join a local expert and explore the Old Town and Royal Mile on foot; descend into the city’s vast underground vaults and uncover a world unchanged since the 18th century. Both choices include a visit to Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish Crown Jewels. This evening, give traditional Scottish ingredients a modern twist. Enjoy a lively and interactive cooking experience at one of Scotland’s premier culinary institutions. With a “wee dram” in hand, toast the end of a wonderful journey.
Day 10 : Edinburgh - Tour Ends
Location: Edinburgh
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your tour of Scotland comes to a close today.
What's Included
-
Accommodation
-
Drinks with Meals
(non-alcoholic)
-
Train Tickets
(if train occurs once tour starts and before tour ends – i.e. not airport transfers)
-
Meals – Half Board
-
Fully Guided
What's Not Included
-
Airport Transfers at Destination
-
Country Entry Visas
-
Tipping and Gratuities
Experiences
- Visit a working farm and meet a shepherd and his sheepdogs.
- Reflect at Culloden Battlefield, the site of the half-hour battle that changed history.
- Discover the remains of a Neolithic village at Skara Brae.
Options
Edinburgh: A Scottish Night Out
Join us for a rollicking evening of tastes, sights and sounds that are classically Scottish. Feast on a banquet prepared from a selection of local recipes. Your taste buds will savor the true flavor and goodness of this distinctive country. Tonight will be filled with entertainment including Highland pipers and dancers, who deliver the very best in Scottish music, song and dance. A highlight of the evening is the Ceremony of the Haggis, and, of course, you may try this national dish. Be prepared for a Scottish night of food, fun and many fond memories! Duration approximately 3 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option. This option is only offered from May-September. This option will not be offered on departures that include the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Price: £95
Check out our Q&As
-
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, you will receive full information within the weeks leading up to your departure.
-
Do you require a visa for this holiday?
That will vary by country of residence and country destination.
-
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, it varies by tour.
-
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Yes. Baggage is limited to 1 checked bag and 1 carry per person.
-
Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Primarily, yes. All of the coaches used must meet rigourous safety and cleanliness standards.
-
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes.
-
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Varies by tour, but typically thjey are 4* / 4*+, and an occaissional 5*
-
Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Yes, with few exception.
-
What is the tipping policy?
Igratuities for included meals and accommodation housekeeping are included. It is customary to tip you Tour Manager and driver at the end of the tour.
-
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
We can accommodate children as young as 5 years old, provided they are traveling / rooming with a parent or legal guardian.
-
Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No, the fees associated with required Visa’s are an additional expense.
-
Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No, unless you purchase and land and air package from Collette.
-
What currencies are required for this tour?
Local currency.
-
Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Effective immediately and until further notice, all guests will be required to bring one of the following: proof of vaccination (official vaccination certificate in paper or electronic form), proof of recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result (FDA Approved diagnostic) for a test performed 72-hours or less from the start date of the tour with you on tour to verify information you will be pro
-
Are flights included in this tour?
No.
-
Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes, most likely. Our tours draw travelers from the United States, Canada and Australia, predominatly.
-
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes.
-
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, our Customer Care center would be happy to help.
-
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Varies by tour.
-
What is the maximum group size?
Varies by tour.
-
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Absolutley. Out tours are crafted with that in mind – striking a balance between included experiences and time to explore on your own.
-
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes, an experienced Tour Manager, with the passion for travel, discovery and the destination - will guide you through your journey from start to finish,
Book with Confidence
-
Low Deposit
Collette requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
-
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of collette charges.
Up to 300 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Why book with tourhub?
Safe & Secure
Your money is protected in an external trust until you travel.
100% Guaranteed Refunds if your trip is cancelled.
The safest way to make overseas, multi-currency payments.
Guaranteed Best Value
Industry leading discounts, we won't be beaten on price.
No cancellation or amendment fees from tourhub.
(Operator terms may apply)
Expert Knowledge
Reliable & unbiased advice from travel experts.
Direct contact with the tour operator via our messaging service.
Inspiration & advice from a community of 6000+ real travellers, influencers & content creators.
Trusted Service
Official partners & licensed agents of 1000+ tour operators worldwide.
Don't just take our word for it...
"Tourhub: Friendliness, Professionalism & Integrity I would happily give tourhub a 6* review if I could..."