Exploring The Highlands Tour (7 Nights)

The Highlands are undoubtedly Scotland’s most defining feature. This tour will take you across the sprawling landscape, through winding valleys and lush green hills, down jutting coastlines and around rough-hewn mountains. The untouched, flawless countryside is yours to discover for the next 7 days.

We’ll provide you with a luxury rented car for the fortnight, a vehicle perfect for travelling the Highlands in style. Learn to navigate the roads and rugged terrain of the area as you take in the beauty of Scotland.

Beginning in Edinburgh you’ll travel through the Highlands, stopping to take in sights such and Glencoe, The Isle of Skye and Loch Ness before ending your week in the Lowlands.

Day 1 - Arrival and Exploring Edinburgh

Highlights

  • Edinburgh City
  • Edinburgh Castle
  • Scottish Crown Jewels
  • National Museum of Scotland

Arrive at Edinburgh Airport ready to kick off your week-long Scottish vacation. Explore the city, taking the time to visit some of its most famous attractions. Vibrant, lively and bustling with interesting people, Edinburgh is full of things to see and do. Take a walking tour of Edinburgh Castle, which is over 800 years old. The castle is home to many examples of the country’s history including the Scottish Crown Jewels. Afterwards visit the National Museum of Scotland to learn more about Scotland and other cultures. Here you can explore the Viking invasion of the area as well as the spread of Christianity throughout the country –  even the Ancient Egyptians make an appearance! That night you’ll be staying in the city.

Day 2 - Journey Through The Highlands

Highlights

  • Fort William
  • The Highlands
  • Stirling
  • Glencoe
  • Ben Nevis

Today you’ll be leaving Edinburgh behind for Fort William, a town with a history that stretches back to the days when clans ruled the Highlands. Pause at Stirling to explore the area’s strong roots to Scottish Independence before following a spectacularly scenic route through Glencoe, the most famous glen in Scotland. Take in the majestic Highlands as you travel towards your destination at the foot of Ben Nevis, the highest peak in the UK. Take the time to explore Fort William before retiring for the evening.

Day 3 - The Road To The Isles

Highlights

  • Road To The Isles
  • Isle of Skye
  • Clan Donald Centre
  • Armadale Castle

Today you’ll be travelling on the majestic Road To The Isles to reach the famous Isle of Skye. Then you’ll cross a bridge to the Isle of Skye. Here, you can explore the island and visit the Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle to learn more about the Lords of the Isles. You’ll be staying on the historic Isle for two nights.

Day 4 - Exploring The Isle of Skye

Highlights

  • Isle of Skye
  • Dunvegan Castle
  • Talisker Distillery
  • Cuillin Mountains

Today is dedicated to further exploring the Isle of Skye. Take a trip to the enchanting Dunvegan Castle. The castle and its gardens are the epitome of splendour and are well worth the visit. Afterwards head over to the Talisker Distillery, one of the most popular attractions on the Isle. Here you can learn more about the distillation process of whiskey and even sample one or two malts. Take a boat cruise to the epicentre of the Cuillin Mountains before returning to your accommodation and wrapping up the evening.

Day 5 - Loch Ness and Journey To Inverness

Highlights

  • Eilean Donan Castle
  • Loch Ness
  • Urquhart Castle
  • Inverness

Say a fond farewell to the Isle of Skye today before continuing your journey through Scotland. On your way to Inverness there’ll be plenty of opportunities to sightsee, beginning with the Eilean Donan Castle. Eilean Donan is the most photographed castle in the country and once you’ve laid eyes on it you’ll understand why! Stop at Loch Ness and explore the adjacent castle while trying to snap a photo of the area’s most reclusive resident – the Loch Ness Monster. Make one last stop at Urquhart Castle before arriving in Inverness.

Day 6 - Sightseeing In Inverness

Highlights

  • Inverness
  • The Black Isle
  • Culloden Battlefield
  • Cawdor Castle
  • Speyside
  • Malt Whisky Trail

Rise early today and pull on your walking shoes before setting out across Inverness. The city is home to a variety of fun and intriguing attractions, from castles to battlefields. Stop by the Black Isle, one of the many gems hiding in the Highlands. The town offers the opportunity to comb sandy beaches and catch a glimpse of some dolphins. Stop off at Culloden Battlefield and Cawdor Castle to explore more of Scotland’s colourful and proud past. Afterwards travel to Speyside, home to the Malt Whisky Trail. Visit a number of distilleries in the area and get to grips with the complicated and historical process before sampling their wares and returning home.

Day 7 - From The Highlands to The Lowlands

Highlights

  • Scenic Highland-to-Lowland route
  • Cairngorms National Park
  • Blair Castle
  • Dalwhinnie Distillery

Today, on your last full day of this tour, you’ll be travelling from the Highlands to the Lowlands. On the road to Highland Perthshire there’s plenty of adventuring to be done! Stop off at Cairngorms National Park, the largest national park in the Country. Home to the highest mountain range in Britain, Cairngorms is packed with perfect photo opportunities so make sure to have your camera ready. Travel on to Blair Castle, the home of the Duke of Atholl – the only man in Europe allowed to own a personal army. Make one last stop at Dalwhinnie Distillery before arriving at Highland Perthshire where the evening is yours to enjoy.

Day 8 - Return to Edinburgh And Journey Home

    • Edinburgh Castle
    • The Highlands
    • National Museum of Scotland
    • Glencoe
    • Ben Nevis
    • Road To The Isles
    • Isle of Skye
    • Clan Donald Centre
    • Armadale Castle
    • Dunvegan Castle
    • Talisker Distillery
    • Cuillin Mountains
    • Eilean Donan Castle
    • Loch Ness
    • Urquhart Castle
    • The Black Isle
    • Culloden Battlefield
    • Cawdor Castle
    • Malt Whisky Trail
    • Cairngorms National Park
    • Blair Castle
    • Dalwhinnie Distillery
  • Edinburgh 1 night
  • Fort William 1 night
  • Isle of Skye 2 nights
  • Inverness 2 nights
  • Highland Perthshire 1 night

     

  • Car hire, (includes unlimited mileage, theft protection, airport fees and taxes).
     
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    Accommodation each night. You chose if you would like to stay in B&Bs, hotels or one of our beautiful authentic castles.
     
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    Full English Breakfast each morning.
     
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    Access to your itinerary 24/7.
     
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    Payment plan options.
     
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    Your personal travel advisor to offer you expert advice and answer any questions you may have to ensure that your vacation is unforgettable.
     

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