The capital city of Scotland, Edinburgh has stunning architecture including the Holyrood Palace on the Royal Mile and the Edinburgh Castle.
Today following breakfast you get to explore the capital of Scotland - Edinburgh! In the morning meet with a local guide in the hotel lobby to start a tour of the Royal Mile.
You tour includes a tour inside of the Edinburgh Castle to explore this famous fortification and enjoy great panoramic views of the city. After the tour (around 4 hours) you return to your hotel.
Today is free for you to enjoy and explore Edinburgh on your own. We recommend visiting the Scotish Gallery of Arts, the Queens Gallery, or the famous "Our Dynamic Earth" exhibition.
Also you may choose one of our carefully planned optional tours.
We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.
Enjoy the picturesque route from Edinburgh to Inverness while onboard a comfortable train with enough legroom, compartments for your belonging, power sockets and other amenities.
Inverness is undoubtedly a must-visit while in the Scottish Highlands! Full of myths and legends, spectacular nature and man-made wonders, the city is home to the monumental Inverness Castle, as well as the famous Loch Ness.
Upon arrival, you have a check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.
Enjoy the beauty of the untouched nature in its glory, embarking on a full day tour to the famous Isle of Skye.
After an early start, you leave the city and travel along the Great Glen Fault Line towards Loch Ness. Here, you have a chance to spot the monster and admire lovely Castle Urquhart from afar.
You continue through dramatic Highland scenery to the west coast and Eilean Donan Castle*. You can go inside ‘the most photographed castle in Scotland’ or simply enjoy the astounding views.
And now, it’s the moment you’ve been waiting for. Because it’s over the sea and onto the Isle of Skye. You travel up the island’s east coast through the stunning Red Cuillin Mountains to Sligachan, where you stop for a photo of the clear mountain waters.
Arriving in the town of Portree, you have free time to grab a bite to eat at one of the many delightful local restaurants.
After you explore some of the most famous scenery of the island at the Trotternish Peninsula. The Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, and the Quiraing are all unforgettably beautiful.
You venture to Kyleakin for refreshments and a chance to view the dramatic ruin Castle Moil or the Skye Bridge and Eilean Ban.
Travelling over the bridge, you journey back to Inverness. The route you take back is different from the morning, so you get even more opportunities to enjoy the Highland scenery.
*Entrance to Eilean Donan Castle not included
We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.
Cross postcard-like Scottish sceneries on your way to Glasgow, while onboard a fast and comfortable train.
The bustling port city of Glasgow is one of the most impressive amalgams of heritage and entertainment of Scotland. Home to unique sights such as the Glasgow Cathedral, this city is surely worth exploring.
Upon arrival, you have a check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.
Following breakfast in your hotel, meet your guide and start a 4-hour walking tour. Together you explore the gems and the great historical importance of Glasgow.
This port city on the River Clyde, famous for its shipbuilding industry, is famed for its outstanding Victorian and art nouveau architecture, fine art museums and excellent shopping opportunities. Following the tour we recommend you to visit the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
After the tour, you join a 1-hour guided tour around The Clydeside Distillery. Here you meet craftsmen, discover the birth of the whiskey industry in Glasgow and enjoy a spectacular view over the River Clyde from the Still House. Following the tour, you get to try 3 Wee Drams.
*Note: transfers to/from the distillery are included.
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Glasgow.
We carefully select hotels to ensure your amazing stay. We will recommend the best available properties for your travel dates.
Experience luxury and contemporary style at the Apex City of Glasgow Hotel, situated in the vibrant city center. Indulge in spacious accommodations, impeccable service, and exquisite dining options, all within walking distance of Glasgow's top attractions and cultural landmarks.
What's included
- Accommodation at remarkable downtown hotel in Edinburgh and heritage country house hotels in Inverness and Edinburgh;
- Breakfasts at the hotels;
- Airport transfers and all transportation according to the itinerary;
- Breathtaking sightseeing tours according to the itinerary with professional English-speaking guide in Edinburgh;
- Entrance tickets to Edinburgh Castle;
- Small group tour to Isle of Skye;
- Support line during the trip.
Note: hotels availability is subject to change. In case current hotels are booked out we will provide alternative hotels of an equal value for you.
Note: we include 1 vehicle for your arrival and departure transfers. If multiple vehicles are required additional transfer costs will apply.
Not included: international flights, multiple arrival/departure transfers, other meals not mentioned in the program, optional tours and services, all personal expenses, gratuities.
Tour Highlights
- Fully tailor-made program according to your interest;
- Your own professional local guides;
- Full flexibility of hotel options;
- Guided sightseeing tour of Edinburgh;
- Day tour to the famous Isle of Skye;
- Exploring Scottish Lake Loch Ness;
- Visiting the historic Edinburgh Castle.
What To Know
- The currency used by default in the UK is British Pound, also known as Pound Sterling. To be on the safe side, make sure to withdraw some cash from the ATM beforehand
- Many of the tours will require a lot of walking, make sure to pack comfortable shoes
- It rains a lot in the UK throughout the year, so it is worth bringing a water-resistant jacket and an umbrella
