Scottish Discovery – Glasgow, Edinburgh & Beyond

ITINERARY

• DAY 1

  Welcome to Glasgow, Scotland

  Our tour of Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Beyond starts after arrival in Glasgow. Meet your guide for a city panoramic tour. Moreover, Glasgow is famous for its Victorian and art nouveau architecture, a rich legacy of the city’s 18th–20th-century prosperity due to trade and shipbuilding.

  The Glasgow City Chambers, the focal point of George Square, is one of the city’s most iconic and imposing buildings. Additionally, its stunning Victorian architecture and rich history make it a must-visit attraction for anyone exploring the vibrant city of Glasgow.

  What's included?

  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 2

  Oban - Explore the nature and history of Scottish outskirt

  We leave Glasgow to explore the nature and history of the Scottish outskirts, reaching Loch Lomond, one of the most beautiful and iconic places in Scotland. Furthermore, Loch Lomond offers breathtaking landscapes and a serene atmosphere that captivates every visitor.

  With a short detour, we reach The Hill House. This is considered to be Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s domestic masterpiece.

  Driving along the shore of the picturesque lake, we head towards Inveraray to visit the stunning castle. We now follow a less beaten coastline full of unpredictable views, crossing the small country and fishing villages where time has a much slower pace and traditions still have strong roots.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 3

  Oban - Discover the wonders of three Scottish islands

  With the Three Isles Tour, you will discover the wonders of three Scottish islands in one day. Moreover, the tour takes you through the stunning scenery of the Isle of Mull, followed by a visit to the Isle of Iona to see the famous Abbey.

  The last stop of the tour is the awe-inspiring Isle of Staffa, known for its unique hexagonal basalt column cliffs and Fingal’s Cave. Furthermore, exploring this natural wonder will undoubtedly be a highlight of your Scottish island adventure.

  Overnight in Oban.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
• DAY 4

  Inverness - Up to the blue Sky

  We start the day at Nevis Range in Fort William, home to the UK’s only mountain gondola. Additionally, the cable car transports visitors to the top of Aonach Mor mountain, where you can capture the stunning scenery of the surrounding Lochs and Glens.

  We then proceed to the magnificent Urquhart Castle, once one of Scotland’s largest castles. Additionally, it resides on the banks of Loch Ness and remains an impressive stronghold despite its ruinous state. We will then explore Loch Ness by sailing on its legendary waters. Afterward, we make our way to Inverness, known as the ‘Highland Capital’.

  Overnight in Inverness.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 5

  Inverness - The Magic Ring

  This circular route takes you through the Wester Ross area of the North West Highlands. It is a land of spectacular mountains and beautiful lochs, with marvelously sandy beaches and stark rocky promontories. Moreover, you can indulge in some of the best views in Scotland.

  Overnight in Inverness.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 6

  Aberdeen - Life & Soul

  After breakfast, we depart from the hotel to Aberdeen. En route, stop at the Speyside Cooperage. Additionally, still using many traditional methods, our Coopers are busy shaping, shaving, and charring casks for what is an integral part of the whisky industry.

  The second stop is Craigellachie Bridge. Moreover, the bridge is a cast iron arch bridge across the River Spey. It was designed by the renowned civil engineer Thomas Telford and built from 1812–1814.

  In the afternoon, discover the story of the Glenlivet on a sensory introduction to the whisky-making process, the Glenlivet Distillery.

  Today our last visit is Crathes Castle, Gardens & Estate. Standing against a backdrop of rolling hills and set within its glorious gardens, Crathes Castle is every inch the classic Scottish tower house. Additionally, inside you’ll find a labyrinth of cultural history, from family portraits and fine antique furniture to painted ceilings.

  Overnight in Aberdeen

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 7

  Edinburg - Traditions and History: Dunnottar Castle and Glamis Castle

  Today, departure from hotel and first, we start with Dunnottar Castle. This dramatic and evocative ruined cliff-top fortress was the home of the Earls Marischal, once one of the most powerful families in Scotland. Steeped in history, this romantic and haunting ruin is a photographer’s paradise, a history lover’s dream, and an iconic tourist destination.

  Next visit is Glamis Castle, which has been the ancestral seat to the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne since 1372, inspiration for Shakespeare’s Macbeth, the childhood home of HM Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, and the birthplace of HRH Princess Margaret.

  In the afternoon, we arrive in St. Andrews, which is known around the world as the ‘Home of Golf’. To play here is a truly memorable experience. Join an expert guide on a tour of the world’s most famous golf course. Your tour will take place around the 1st, 17th, and 18th holes of the Old Course where you will be able to walk in the footsteps of icons of the game and experience a player’s eye view of the fabled links. St Andrews Cathedral is a “must-see” for every visitor to St Andrew’s. The Cathedral’s ruins (free to enter) are truly spectacular –but they can only hint at the vast grandeur of what was once the largest church in Scotland.

  Overnight in Edinburgh

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 8

  Edinburg - Explore the medieval Old Town Edinburgh

  Today, we begin by visiting Edinburgh, with its medieval Old Town and the elegant Georgian New Town with gardens and neoclassical buildings.

  Additionally, looming over the city is Edinburgh Castle, home to Scotland’s crown jewels and the Stone of Destiny, used in the coronation of Scottish rulers. Edinburgh Castle is a historic fortress that dominates the skyline of the city of Edinburgh, thanks to its position on Castle Rock.

  Mary King’s Close; hidden beneath the Royal Mile, lies Edinburgh’s deepest secret: a warren of hidden ‘closes’ where real people lived, worked, and died. Moreover, this fascinating underground labyrinth offers a glimpse into the daily lives and stories of the past, providing a unique and immersive historical experience for visitors.

  The Scottish National Gallery, which displays some of the greatest art in the world, including masterpieces by Botticelli, Raphael, Titian, Rembrandt, Vermeer, Constable, Turner, Monet, Van Gogh, and Gauguin, amongst many others.

  Overnight in Edinburgh

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Tour
  • Transfer
• DAY 9

  Depart from Glasgow Airport to fly back home

  Our Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Beyond tour comes to an end. Today is the departure day.

  After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Glasgow Airport for a flight back home.

  What's included?

  • Breakfast
  • Transfer