Discover Scotland

An overnight flight transports you to a country of stunning landscapes, lively cities, and stirring history.
Hotel Name: Maldron Hotel

Your tour opens in Glasgow, Scotland’s Victorian 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.
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Hotel Name: Ballachulish Hotel

Admittance: Bagpipe Lesson
Join an expert who will give you a short demonstration on how to play the bagpipes before letting you give it a try. Receive your chanter (the piece of the bagpipe that creates the melody) for a bit of practice. Once you get the hang of it, you’ll have the opportunity to try out the full instrument. There’s nothing more Scottish than learning to play the bagpipes!

This morning, bid Glasgow farewell as you travel to Oban, known as the ‘Gateway to the Isles’. After free time for lunch, it’s your choice! Take a walk up to McCaig’s Tower with your Tour Manager -OR- visit Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds. Admire the verdant green hills and mountainside waters as you arrive at your remote countryside hotel situated on lovely Loch Linnhe.

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Visit Area: 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.

This morning, take a ferry ride to the stunning Isle of Skye, also known in poetry and song as Eilean a' Cheò (The Misty Isle). Upon arrival in Armadale, a local guide from the island will join you to share the history of this magical place and what it is like to live there today. Visit the capital of Portree for some time to explore, then continue north for stunning views of the Storr. End your day by returning to Ballachulish via the Skye Bridge and a scenic drive along the “Road to the Isles”.

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Hotel Name: Pentland Hotel

Visit Area: 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.

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 famous 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.

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Visit Area: 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.

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 before the Great Pyramids in Egypt. Continue on toward the prehistoric Standing Stones of Stenness, reported to be older than Stonehenge. Make your way through the town of Viking Kirkwall before returning to the mainland.

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Hotel Name: Best Western Palace Hotel

Admittance: 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.

As you make your way back from the northern coast, visit the majestic Dunrobin Castle** which dates back to the 1300s. The Castle is built in the style of a French château and is home to the Duke of Sutherland. Next, visit the powerfully emotive and atmospheric battlefield of Culloden, where the Jacobite Rising came to a tragic end. Enjoy an overnight stay in Inverness, capital of the Highlands.

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Hotel Name: Radisson Blu

Admittance: 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.

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 to explore on your own. End your day in Scotland’s capital city of Edinburgh.

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Admittance: Choice on Tour: McCaig’s Tower or Dunollie Castle Museum
Today, you have the choice between two activities. Your first choice is walking to McCaig's Tower with your Tour Manager. This monument was built in 1897 by local philanthropist John Stuart McCaig. Learn about his magnificent structure as you make your way to the top to take in the wonderful views over Oban. Or, for your second choice, you can visit Dunollie Museum, Castle & Grounds, an internationally recognized center for Scottish culture and heritage. You will have a 1 hour guided tour around the building, with the rest of your visit free to explore independently. You will be driven to the site and collected by your driver. McCaig's Tower - NEO Day 2 Activity Level: 4 This choice is for the fairly active, involving a steep walk of 144 steps to reach the spectacular views at the top. Comfortable shoes are a must. Dunollie Museum, Castle & Grounds Activity Level: 2 This choice is a 1 hour guided tour of the Museum, Castle & Grounds, with free time to explore afterwards. The guided tour is a walking tour. Please take your headsets/listening devices.

Today visit Edinburgh Castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels. Enjoy a panoramic tour of Edinburgh’s new town before your local expert takes you on a walking tour up to the magnificent castle. Enjoy an afternoon of free time. 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.

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Admittance: 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.

Your tour of Scotland comes to a close today.

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Admittance: Scottish Cooking Experience
As part of your included culinary highlights we put a modern twist on traditional ingredients. Dive into Scotland’s cuisine at premier culinary institution. Your interactive cooking experience gives you a chance to learn hands-on about the trends in Scottish cuisine.