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Highlights of the Mull and Arran Isles
Private tour

Highlights of the Mull and Arran Isles

gbUnited Kingdom
6 cities
11 days, 10 nights
Day by day
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Day 1 Edinburgh

Arrival
Upon arrival, you have a check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure.
 

Breakfast included
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, GB, EH1 3BG
City Double Room, 1 King Bed
1 room
Up to 2 guests
1 King Bed
24 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan
United Kingdom Travel Authorisation Service
United Kingdom Travel Authorisation Service
Day 2 Edinburgh

Edinburgh Royal Mile
Following breakfast you get to explore the capital of Scotland - Edinburgh! 

Together with the guide you start a 4-hour tour of the Old Town and explore this culturally and historically important part of the city. Today you walk along the famous Royal Mile which connects two royal residences - the Castle and the palace of Holyrood House.

Before you visit the Edinburgh Castle  you hear a comprehensive history insight from your guide and visit the castle independently*. Here you may see the Honours (Crown Jewels) of Scotland, the famous 15th century gun Mons Meg, the One O' Clock Gun inside the castle.

Your guided walking tour ends before you visit the castle and after exploring the castle you may spend time in the city on your own or return to the hotel.

*Note: entrance tickets to the castle are included.

4h
Edinburgh City Tour
Edinburgh City Tour
Day 3 Edinburgh

Departure to Isle of Arran
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and walk to the train station. 

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Address
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, GB, EH1 3BG
Train from Edinburgh to Brodick, Isle of Arran
Departure
3 h 30 min
Arrival

Description for connection

Board the train with 1 layover to Ardossan and take a ferry to Brodick. *Note: one layover in Glasgow required.

Day 3 Brodick, Isle of Arran

Arrival 
Upon arrival, your driver meets you  and transfers to the hotel for check-in. You have the rest of the day at leisure.  

Breakfast included
Auchrannie Resort
Auchrannie Resort
Spa Resort Superior Double
Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan
Day 4 Brodick, Isle of Arran

Mountain Trail Tour
Following breakfast in the hotel, you meet with a professional mountain guide and take a journey through two of Scotland's most beautiful glens, carved from granite by ancient glaciers. 

Together with the guide, you cover the route Glen Sannox to Glen Rosa via a short scramble over The Saddle. Here you have a fantastic opportunity for seeing red deer and golden eagle on the route, so so do not forget to charge your camera and smartphones!

After the tour you return to the hotel.

Full Day Private Walking Tour to Mountains
Full Day Private Walking Tour to Mountains
Day 5 Brodick, Isle of Arran

Departure to Glasgow
Following breakfast in the hotel and check-out, have ashort ferry ride to the mainland and a train to Glasgow. 

Auchrannie Resort
Departure: Private Transfer Sedan
Train from Brodick, Isle of Arran to Glasgow
Departure
2 h 30 min
Arrival

Description for connection

Board the ferry to Ardossan and take a train to Glagow.

Day 5 Glasgow

Arrival and  City Tour
Upon arrival at the hotel you have time for lunch and later you 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. 

After the tour, you return to the hotel or you may visit the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, and the Burrell Collection.

Breakfast included
Apex City of Glasgow Hotel
Apex City of Glasgow Hotel
110 Bath Street, Glasgow, Scotland, GB, G2 2EN
Standard Twin Room
1 room
Up to 2 guests
2 Twin Beds
22 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
4h
Glasgow City Tour
Glasgow City Tour
Day 6 Glasgow

Departure to Isle of Mull
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and walk to the train station. 

Apex City of Glasgow Hotel
Address
110 Bath Street, Glasgow, Scotland, GB, G2 2EN
Ferry from Glasgow to Tobermory, Isle of Mull
Departure
4 h 30 min
Arrival

Description for connection

Upon arrival at Glasgow train station you take a ride to Oban, where you take a short ferry ride to the port of Craignure.

Day 6 Tobermory, Isle of Mull

Arrival 
Upon arrival, your driver meets you  and transfers to the hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is for leusure. 

Breakfast included
Western Isles Hotel
Western Isles Hotel
Standard Double Island View
Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan from Craignure Port
Day 7 Tobermory, Isle of Mull

Wildlife Safari and Fingals Cave
Following breakfast in the hotel, you join a boat trip that brings you close to Treshnish Isles & Staffa.
Today you sail around Mull's west coast from Tobermory with its abundance of wildlife and stunning views and have an opportunity to enjoy the dramatic surroundings and to explore the unspoiled wildlife. A knowledgeable crew guides you along the route and you have about 1 hour to explore the world-famous Fingal's Cave.

After the tour, you return to the port of departure and walk to the hotel.

Day 8 Tobermory, Isle of Mull

Departure to Fort William
Following breakfast in the hotel and check-out and board the ferry to arrive at mainland. 

Western Isles Hotel
Car from Tobermory, Isle of Mull to Fort William
Departure
Tobermory
3 h
Arrival
Fort William

Description for connection

Short ferry ride takes you to Kilchoan and private driver takes you directly to Fort William.

Day 8 Fort William

Arrival
Upon arrival, you have a check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure. 

Breakfast included
The Garrison
The Garrison
High Street, Fort William, Scotland, GB, PH33 6EE
Superior Room
1 room
Up to 2 guests
1 King Bed
12 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Day 9 Fort William

Trip to Mallaig in Jacobite Steam Train
Following breakfast in your hotel, walk to the train station and set off on the memorable trip along the scenic West Highland Line on the Jacobite steam train.

This 84-mile round trip covers the most impressive must-sees, starting near the iconic mount Ben Nevis, passing Loch Morar, and River Morar, arriving next to the deepest seawater loch in Europe, Loch Nevis. Enjoy the dramatic views and see the most famous bridge in Scotland, Glenfinnan Viaduct, featured in the Harry Potter movies as well as beautiful villages of Lochailort, Arisaig, Morar, and Mallaig along the route. 

During a short stay in Mallaig, you have a 1-hour wildlife cruise safari. Travel out to Green Island on the Knoydart Peninsula and take a chance to witness wild seals relaxing on the rocks as well as a variety of birds, porpoises, dolphins, whales, and basking sharks frequently visiting the coastal waters. 

Upon return, you take a train back to Fort William.

*Please note: a round trip on Jacobite Steam Train is subject of availability. An alternative 1-way transfer by car is offered when the round trip is not available.

1h
Wildlife Cruise Safari from Mallaig
Wildlife Cruise Safari from Mallaig
Full day
Round Trip Regular Seat on Jacobite Steam Train
Round Trip Regular Seat on Jacobite Steam Train
Day 10 Fort William

Departure to Edinburgh
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Fort William. 

The Garrison
Address
High Street, Fort William, Scotland, GB, PH33 6EE
Car from Fort William to Edinburgh
Departure
Fort William hotel
8 h
Arrival
Edinburgh hotel

Description for connection

Together with your private guide-driver, you continue exploring Scotland and admiring the scenic Scottish nature. First, you make your way to one of the largest Scotland Lakes, Loch Lomond located in the Trossachs National Park. Known as 'The Highlands in miniature', Trossachs is considered to be one the wildest and most thrilling areas in the country, definitely worth discovering. Afterward, you continue to the medieval market town of Stirling to visit its grandest castle with an imposing position and impressive architecture. The final stop on the route is the Kelpies, the largest horse-head sculpture in the world, made from 300 tonnes of steel. Moreover, if time allows you may step into one of the local whiskey distilleries to have an introduction to this Scotland's national drink. After the tour, your driver takes you to the Edinburgh hotel.
Day 10 Edinburgh

Arrival in Edinburgh
Upon arrival, you have a check-in at the hotel. The rest of the day is at your own leisure. 

Breakfast included
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, GB, EH1 3BG
City Double Room, 1 King Bed
1 room
Up to 2 guests
1 King Bed
24 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Day 11 Edinburgh

Departure
This is the last day of your amazing tour of Scotland! After breakfast, your driver meets you in the hotel lobby and takes you to the airport for your flight back home. 

We wish you a safe flight and hope to work on your future vacations!

Apex Waterloo Place Hotel
Address
23-27 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, GB, EH1 3BG
Departure: Private Transfer Sedan

What's included

Exceptional downtown hotel accommodations
Guided sightseeing tours with expert English-speaking guides
Delicious breakfasts at your hotels
Entrances to Scott Monument, Edinburgh Castle and more
Entrances to Scott Monument, Edinburgh Castle and more
Tickets and intercity transportation as per itinerary
Professional meeting services at the airport
Dedicated support team before and during your trip

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gbEdinburgh
2 nights
gbBrodick, Isle of Arran
2 nights
gbGlasgow
1 night
gbTobermory, Isle of Mull
2 nights
gbFort William
2 nights
gbEdinburgh
1 night