Overview
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Travel through the serene glens, lush forests, and rushing rivers of The Trossachs—Scotland’s first national park. Relish in the lovely views of Loch Lomond. Take a drive through Glasgow to see its 12th-century cathedral, stately university buildings, and elegant Georgian squares built in the heyday of the tobacco barons. Finally, gather with your traveling companions, and raise a glass to this bonnie jaunt of a guided vacation in Scotland.
Highlights
Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh Castle; welcome dinner
ST. ANDREWS
Visit the home of golf
PITLOCHRYVisit the Victorian mountain resort
CULLODEN MOOR
See the battle site
INVERNESSVisit the Highland capital
FORT WILLIAM
LF Guided tour of the Ben Nevis whisky distillery
OBANVisit the port town in the West Highlands
LOCH LOMOND
Savor the spectacular views
GLASGOWOrientation drive; farewell dinner
2020 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 5 breakfasts, 3 dinners
ARRIVE IN EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND
Day1
Welcome to Edinburgh! Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to discover the Scottish capital at your own pace. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Meals included:
- Dinner
EDINBURGH
Day2
Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town” and the famous scientists, inventors, and novelists who lived there. In the “Old Town,” visit EDINBURGH CASTLE to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. The afternoon is free. Tonight, don’t miss our optional Scottish evening with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and the Ceremony of the Haggis.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
EDINBURGH–ST. ANDREWS–PITLOCHRY–CULLODEN MOOR–INVERNESS
Day3
Drive over the elegant Forth Road Bridge and through Fife to St. Andrews, whose Royal and Ancient Golf Club has given us the rules of golfing. Then, head into the Highlands, with a stop in the Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry. Cross the battlefield of Culloden Moor with its memories of Bonnie Prince Charlie. Overnight at Inverness, the Highland capital.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
INVERNESS–FORT WILLIAM–OBAN
Day4
A day of glorious Highland scenery begins with a drive along the shores of Loch Ness, looking out for its mysterious monster. Enjoy a guided tour of a LF WHISKY DISTILLERY in Fort William, where you hear about the ancient art of converting barley, water, and yeast into a heart-warming liquor. Visit intensely dramatic and scenic Glen Coe, before arriving at Oban, a lively port town on the western coast and gateway to Scotland’s Hebridean islands.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
OBAN–THE TROSSACHS–GLASGOW.
Day5
After time in Oban, travel through The Trossachs with its serene glens, lush forests, rushing rivers, and admire the stunning scenery of Scotland’s first national park. Enjoy the breathtaking views at the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond on your way to Glasgow where an orientation drive takes in the fine 12th-century cathedral, imposing university buildings, and elegant Georgian squares built by wealthy tobacco barons. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
GLASGOW
Day6
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
- Hotels listed may occasionally be substituted with alternative hotels of equivalent standard.
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
First-Class
The Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket lies in the historical heart of the city, right next door to Haymarket station and a vast array of cafés, bars and restaurants. Discover the numerous sights and events in this lively city.
Location
1 Morrison Link, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Hotel Facilities
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Free WiFi
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
- Ice Machine
- Luggage Storage
- Concierge desk
Room Facilities
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Television
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Room Service
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Internet Access
- Phone
- Alarm Clock
- Climate Control
- Coffee Maker
- Cable/Satellite
- In-Room Safe
- Window Opens
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Wake-Up Calls
- Complimentary Toiletries
Columba Hotel
First-Class
Columba Hotel is a 4-star hotel boasting a perfect position in the very heart of Inverness, yet, is in a peaceful area offering marvelous views of Inverness Castle and the River Ness.
Location
Ness Walk, Inverness, United Kingdom
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Elevator
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Room Service
- Hair Dryer
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Cable/Satellite
- Internet Access
- Alarm Clock
- Coffee Maker
- Phone
Oban Bay Hotel
First-Class
On the edge of Oban's picturesque esplanade in the heart of Argyll, Oban Bay Hotel is an ideal base for exploring Scotland's west coast and the Highlands. Following a multi-million pound investment the hotel and its restaurant have a fresh modern look. The remodelled spa area features a sauna, steam room, hydropool and treatments from organic Scottish skincare brand ishga. All rooms are en-suite and include a hospitality tray, Scottish toiletries and hairdryer, with front-facing rooms and the hotel's spacious sun lounge offering panoramic views of incredible sunsets over the bay.
Location
Corran Esplanade, Oban-Argyll, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Spa Services
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
- ATM
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Hair Dryer
- Phone
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Window Opens
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Climate Control
- Internet Access
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Desk
- Non-smoking Rooms
Jurys Inn Glasgow
First-Class
Jurys Inn Glasgow is very well positioned to explore Glasgow and its beautiful old buildings and monuments, from breath-taking Glasgow Cathedral to George Square, offering guests a taste of Glasgow's rich history. The hotel has a newly refurbished bar and restaurant, The Grill Bar, and there is also a contemporary restaurant.
Location
60-96 Jamaica Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Hotel Facilities
- Currency Exchange
- Luggage Storage
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Available
- Elevator
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant On-Site
Room Facilities
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Wake-Up Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Room Service
- Television
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Hair Dryer
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Internet Access
- Desk
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Voicemail
- Coffee Maker
