11 Days / 10 Nights
This fabulous itinerary has limited space which is why we are planning early.
Revisit the past on this leisurely Scottish tour filled with castle ruins, ancient battlefields, and colorful stories from the country's rich history.
This itinerary begins in Glasgow and ends in Edinburgh.
Worry free travel
The itinerary we selected allows us to circumnavigate all of Scotland without moving every day.
Get more without spending more! Other tour operators charge extra for some aspects of the tour – but with CIE Tours, there are no optional extras. Everything you’ll need is included in the price.
They include the entrance fees to all listed attractions and traditional entertainment. You'll get most meals, including daily hot breakfast starting on Day 2, plus a welcome drink to meet your tour director and fellow guests.
All on-tour transportation is included. Plus, get free wifi on coaches and in hotels.
Destination Emporium's partner: CIE Tours recently held a Virtual Event to share details about our Scotland trip.
View the recording from our Virtual event HERE.
Two of our original travelers had to cancel, which opens up a rare chance for new travelers to take over their reservations. Because these were early-bird bookings, the 5% discount stays in place for anyone who claims these spots. This can be for solo travelers or those with a roommate.
👉 Once these two reservations are gone, the discount is gone as well.
Their vacations balance authentic and exclusive experiences with plenty of down time to let you explore and enjoy on your own.
Tour Starts Here
Spend your first two nights in Glasgow.
DAY 1: Enjoy an afternoon panoramic tour of Glasgow, seeing sights like George Square, Kelvingrove Park, the cathedral and the university, all featured in the popular TV series “Outlander”. Enjoy a welcome drink with your group before dining at your hotel.
DAY 2: Visit Stirling Castle, a magnificent strong-hold that was the childhood home of many Scottish kings and queens, including Mary, Queen of Scots. Next, sample a dram at Glengoyne Distillery and learn about its two centuries of whisky making. Return to Glasgow, where you will be free to explore and dine as you wish.
2 Nights near the shore
Stay on the shore of Loch Alsh for your next two nights.
DAY 3: Journey into the majestic Highlands, along Loch Lomond, across Rannoch Moor and through Glencoe, often considered one of Scotland’s most spectacular places. Stop for photos along the way, then continue on to the romantic Eilean Donan Castle before arriving at your hotel.
DAY 4: Spend a full day exploring the Isle of Skye, a scenic island that was once a refuge for Bonnie Prince Charlie. Travel to Dunvegan Castle, the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland. Admire the Trotternish Peninsula as you travel to Kilt Rock, a 200-foot-high sea cliff with huge, vertical basalt columns. Visit Flora MacDonald’s grave in Kilmuir Graveyard and stop in Portree for free time.
Overnight
This is the only stop that is just overnight.
DAY 5: Embark on a cruise of Loch Ness. The home of the legendary monster boasts splendid mountain scenery and lovely photo opportunities. Next, take in the beauty of your route as you drive along the edge of the Cairngorms National Park on your way to a farm for a demonstration by skilled sheepdogs working with the farmer to herd their flock. Dine at your hotel this evening.
Stay 2 Nights
Stay in a luxurious manor style hotel.
DAY 6: Visit the Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre to discover how British government forces defeated the army of Bonnie Prince Charlie to end the Jacobite Rising. Proceed to Aberdeenshire to visit Fyvie Castle, Garden and Estate. Discover 800 years of the castle’s history and see the extraordinary collection of art, arms, and armor gathered by a local man who made his fortune in the American steel industry. Dine at your luxurious manor-house hotel in Aberdeen this evening.
DAY 7: Visit Aberdeenshire Highland Cattle to meet a farmer raising Highland cows. See and photograph these famously gentle, long-haired creatures up close. Next, tour Drum Castle, Garden and Estate and see its imposing medieval tower and impressive Victorian library. Return to your hotel to dine with your group.
3 Nights
Today you will make your way to Scotland's capital city.
DAY 8: Visit Dundee, once known as the city of “jute, jam, and journalism” for its local industries, and now a cultural hub and the UK’s first UNESCO City of Design. Take free time to explore the transformed waterfront, with its impressive architecture, museums, and an urban beach. Travel on to St Andrews, known as the home of golf and rich in medieval heritage. Take a panoramic drive and explore the city independently before departing for your hotel near Edinburgh. Your evening is free to dine independently.
DAY 9: In Edinburgh, see how the medieval townhouses along the Royal Mile in the heart of the Old Town stand in stark contrast to the Georgian mansions of the 200-year-old New Town. Tour the impressive Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official Scottish residence of the King, and walk through the majestically furnished chambers. Next, visit Edinburgh Castle to see the Scottish Crown Jewels and great views of the city. Enjoy a Scottish evening with a farewell dinner and traditional entertainment.
DAY 10: Spend the day on an independent Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tour of Edinburgh. You will receive a taxi voucher to travel from your hotel to the city center. Explore and dine as you wish in this fascinating city.
Door to Door planning
Put our experience to work for you for a worry free travel experience. We can arrange transfers, flights, additional tours or hotel nights. We also partner with several trusted Travel Insurance Companies.
This tour starts on DAY 1, so we recommend arriving at least one day early to be ready to begin without any concerns for flight changes.
Deposit is $250 per person.
Payment plans give you more almost a year to pay.
- Two Guests sharing a room: $4,615.00 per person
- Solo Guests: $5,870.00
Reach out to DiAnna at 770-847-0593 or dcronic@destinationemporium.com