Best of Scotland

Best of Scotland

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$1795

Best of Scotland

7 Days Starting in Edinburgh and ending in Glasgow

Visiting: Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Pitlochry, Scottish Highlands, Culloden, Isle of Skye, Glencoe, Glasgow, Stirling

Tour operator:

Trafalgar

Tour code:

WBOSZN19

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural

From: $1795

NB: Prices correct on 30-Oct-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Experience the Best of Scotland from Edinburgh Castle to the eclectic streets of Glasgow. Revel in the romance and history of the Scottish Highlands and contemplate the mysterious depths of Loch Ness, before toasting bonnie Scotland’s lochs, glens and legendary locals.

Must-see Highlights

  • Explore Edinburgh
  • Discover Glasgow and Stirling
  • Visit Edinburgh Castle, Pitlochry, Culloden Battlefield, the Isle of Skye, Glasgow Cathedral, Stirling Castle and a whisky distillery in Stirling
  • View the 18th green at St. Andrews, Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness and Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands, Necropolis and George Square in Glasgow
  • Tickets for the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates

Make Travel Matter®

Aviemore: Rothiermurchus Estate is working to promote an appreciation of the special flora and fauna and wildlife of the highlands. Nestled in Cairngorm National Park, this estate encompasses 17,500 acres and has been in the care of the Grant family for over 500 years. On your Make Travel Matter experience, you will learn about the beautiful landscape and even meet some of the most adorable animals, like the hairy coos! Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 11 &15: Sustainable Cities and Communities & Life on Land.

Be My Guest

Kinlochard: Join your hosts, the Wood family at their 15th-century farm on the shores of Loch Ard for a home-cooked Scottish lunch, amidst tales of Rob Roy and a few foot-tapping ceilidh tunes.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome To Edinburgh

Location: Edinburgh

Accommodation: Hotel, Leonardo Royal Edinburgh Haymarket

Accommodation Name: Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Meals Included: Dinner

Get lost in the narrow lanes of Edinburgh – the Scottish capital with a mystical air that combines ancient heritage with the verve of a modern city. Spend your day at leisure delving into its rich history and embracing the warm culture of the Scots, before joining your travel companions and Travel Director for dinner.

Day 2: Discover Enchanting Edinburgh

Location: Edinburgh

Accommodation Name: Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket

Meals Included: Breakfast

Join your Local Specialist this morning for an intriguing sightseeing tour of the city. Ascend Castle Rock and visit Edinburgh Castle, which watches over the surrounding city from its elevated vantage point. Stroll through the Old Town along the Royal Mile and see the stunning Palace of Holyroodhouse before enjoying time at leisure to soak up the city's festive atmosphere. Tickets to see the spectacular Edinburgh Tattoo are included on departures that coincide with performance dates.

Day 3: Venture Into The Scottish Highlands

Location: Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Pitlochry, Scottish Highlands

Accommodation: Highlander

Accommodation Name: Highlander

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Tread in the footsteps of the world's golfing greats and head to St. Andrews en route to the glorious Scottish Highlands. A scenic drive takes us north and across the Firth of Tay, past the city of Dundee to Pitlochry. During your visit here enjoy free time to find some lunch and explore its riverside setting. Your day in beautiful surrounds comes to an end with a cozy dinner at your hotel located within the Cairngorms National Park in the Scottish Highlands.

Day 4: Explore Culloden, Loch Ness And The Isle Of Skye Make Travel Matter

Location: Scottish Highlands, Culloden, Isle of Skye, Scottish Highlands

Accommodation Name: Highlander

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning meet a friendly and knowledgeable local to learn more about the highlands and the iconic hairy coos on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience. The tragic battlefield of Culloden will be our second stop of the day, where we pay tribute to the brave men who lost their lives in the Jacobite Uprising. Follow the Great Glen to view Loch ness, keeping a keen eye out for the elusive ‘Nessie'. The soul-stirring sight of Eilean Donan Castle is your last stop on the mainland before crossing the bridge to the Isle of Skye.

Day 5: Journey To Thriving Glasgow

Location: Scottish Highlands, Glencoe, Glasgow

Accommodation Name: Hilton Garden Inn City Center

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your first stop today is to commemorate World War II history at the Commando Memorial near Fort William, from which you admire spectacular views of Britain's highest peak – Ben Nevis. Journey through the volcanic ruins and precipitous mountains that lie just beyond Glencoe to see the 'Glen of Weeping'. Here you remember the MacDonald clansmen who were massacred in 1692. Continuing towards the River Clyde, arriving at your final stop for the day – Glasgow.

Day 6: Walk The Walls Of Stirling Castle Connect With Locals Dive Into Culture

Location: Glasgow, Stirling, Glasgow

Accommodation Name: Hilton Garden Inn City Center

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Journey to Stirling, to see its hilltop fortress, which stands as a symbol of national pride. Stirling Castle was once the seat of Scottish kings and queens, including Mary, Queen of Scots. View the Wallace Monument from the castle walls, paying tribute to the Scottish hero who fought for Scotland's independence. Later, join the Wood family at their 15th-century farm on the shores of Loch Ard for your Be My Guest experience. Next, we head to a whiskey distillery. Here we'll Dive Into Culture and learn how whisky is made, followed by a chance to sample a wee dram.

Day 7: Farewell Glasgow

Location: Glasgow

Meals Included: Breakfast

The rugged beauty and warmth of Scotland’s people forever in your memory, enjoy one last hearty breakfast with your travel companions before wishing them and your Travel Director a fond farewell.

What's Included

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities

  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

  • Optional Experiences and free time

  • Ferry from the Isle of Skye to Mallaig

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What's Not Included

  • Flights

    International airfare is not included

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included but recommended

Mode of Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

Accommodation

Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

Dining Summary

  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 6 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Lunch (L)

Dive Into Culture

  • Stirling:

Check out our Q&As

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1947

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Renato Arrieta  

Best tour I joined so far

14-Jan-2023

My first time with Trafalgar and I see no reason why I should not join them again.

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King Ng, Lafayette, California  

Very well planned trip with timely breaks during the coach ride..

08-Nov-2021

It was a well organized tour group and we hit lots of interesting and beautiful scenes. Like our previous trips with Trafalgar, tourists were treated with well manner and professional tour guide/director, making our trip very enjoyable and delightful!

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