Discover Scotland

What's Included

• Bagpipe Demonstration

  Learn how the bagpipe, that quintessentially Scottish instrument, has become such an integral part of the country’s culture.

• Highlands Farm Visit

  Visit a family-run Highlands farm and watch sheepdogs at work in the mountain wilderness.

• Culloden Battlefield Experience

  Experience the powerful emotions of Culloden Battlefield, site of a profound turning point in Scottish history.

• Interactive Cooking Demonstration

  Enjoy an interactive cooking demonstration at one of Edinburgh's premier culinary institutions.

• Whisky Distillery Tour

  Stop at a local whisky distillery for a guided tour and tasting.

• Loch Ness Cruise

  Enjoy a cruise on Loch Ness, one of Britain’s most famous bodies of water.

• Orkney Islands Excursion

  Experience the Orkney Islands during a full-day guided excursion.

• Edinburgh Castle Visit

  Visit Edinburgh Castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels.

What's Not Included

• Optional Scottish Cultural Show

  The Scottish Cultural Show: A Night of Food, Song & Dance is an optional experience and not included in the standard tour package.

• Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

  The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is not included in the tour package and will affect the availability of the Scottish Cultural Show.

Experiences

• Learn how the bagpipe, that quintessentially Scottish instrument, has become such an integral part of the country’s culture.
• Visit a family-run Highlands farm and watch sheepdogs at work in the mountain wilderness.
• Experience the powerful emotions of Culloden Battlefield, site of a profound turning point in Scottish history.

Options

Edinburgh: Scottish Cultural Show: A Night of Food, Song & Dance Join us for an entertaining 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. 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 will not be offered on departures that include the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Transportation only included for those hotels that are not within walking distance.

Edinburgh: Scottish Cultural Show: A Night of Food, Song & Dance Join us for an entertaining 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. 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 will not be offered on departures that include the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Transportation only included for those hotels that are not within walking distance.

Culinaries

• Listen to bagpipes as you savor modern Scottish fare.
• Enjoy an interactive cooking demonstration at one of Edinburgh's premier culinary institutions.

Must See

• Journey through the stunning Isle of Skye while soaking up the dramatic views.
• Visit magnificent Edinburgh Castle, a stone fortress perched high above the city.
• Experience the Orkney Islands during a full-day guided excursion.

Choice Highlights

Bagpipe Demonstration

Whisky Tasting

Isle of Skye Skye, or the Isle of Skye, is the largest and most northerly large island of the archipelago of the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. At 639 square miles, Skye is the 2nd largest island in Scotland. The island’s main industries are tourism, agriculture, fishing and whiskey distilling. Since 1995, the island has been linked to the mainland of Scotland by a road bridge called the Skye Bridge.

Loch Ness Loch Ness is a large, deep freshwater loch in the Scottish Highlands extending approximately 23 miles southwest of the city of Inverness. Loch Ness is best known for the alleged sightings of the Loch Ness monster. While Loch Ness is not the largest Scottish loch by surface area, it is the largest by volume, with its deepest point at 755 feet.

Orkney Islands Off the coast of Northern Scotland, 10 miles from Duncansby Head in Caithness, lies a stunning archipelago comprised of 70 islands that are famously called the Orkney Islands. This breathtaking spot off the beaten path is waiting for your discovery. Voyage by ferry to the islands, keeping an eye out for an abundance of bird life, porpoises and seals. A local guide reveals its Viking heritage and introduces you to the wonders around you. To make the visit even more wonderful, visit Skara Brae and find the remains of a Neolithic village built at the same time as the Great Pyramid in Egypt. It’s a journey through history – a true highlight of your tour to fascinating Scotland.

Dunrobin Castle Dunrobin Castle is a stately home in Sutherland, on the east coast of the Highland area of Scotland. The castle dates back to the 13th century. Dunrobin castle is the largest castle in the Northern Highlands with 189 rooms. The castle’s architecture resembles a French chateau.

Culloden Battlefield Visit the historic Culloden Battlefield where, in April 1746, a half-hour battle changed the course of Scotland’s history when the House of Stuart and the House of Hanover violently clashed.

Sheepdog Demonstration Begin your day with a visit to a bucolic family run farm located in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. Enjoy watching precisely trained sheepdogs do their work with the mountain wilderness of Cairngorms National Park serving as a most excellent backdrop.

Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh Castle is a historic castle and fortress located in Edinburgh, Scotland. It sits atop Castle Rock in the city center and is an integral part of Edinburgh’s skyline. In present day the castle is a major tourist attraction for the city. It is the most visited paid visitor attraction in Scotland.

Scottish Cooking Demonstration

Mode of Transport

Travel through Scotland with a combination of overnight flights, motorcoach journeys, and ferry rides. Enjoy scenic drives and ferry crossings to the Isle of Skye and Orkney Islands, providing a comprehensive exploration of Scotland's diverse landscapes.

Accommodation

Stay at the Maldron Hotel in Glasgow, the Ballachulish Hotel in Ballachulish, and the Pentland Hotel on the Isle of Skye. Experience the rustic charm of the Best Western Palace Hotel in Thurso and the Radisson Blu in Inverness, with a final stay in Edinburgh.