Highlights

• Royal Yacht Britannia
• Holyrood Palace
• Camera Obscura
• Gilmerton Cove

Today is dedicated to seeing more of the famous city of Edinburgh. Start off with a tour of the Royal Yacht Britannia. The yacht was in the service of the Royal Family for over 40 years, acting as their home when at sea. Next stop is another piece of Scotland deeply intertwined with the British Monarchy – Holyrood Palace. The palace is the official residence of Her Majesty The Queen. Stop by Camera Obscura afterwards, an attraction dedicated to mind-bending, topsy-turvy optical illusions and light displays. Wrap up your day with a tour of Gilmerton Cove. The cove consists of a series of winding, narrow labyrinths and chambers, each with a story to share.

Highlights

• Glamis Castle
• Dundee
• St. Andrews
• Aberdeen

Today you’ll wave goodbye to Edinburgh as you set course for Aberdeen. On the way stop at St. Andrews, Scotland’s oldest university town and home to an excellent golfing community. Stop once more you’ll pause at Glamis Castle, a 17th century fortification that served as the backdrop for the Shakespearean play Macbeth. Then it’s on to Dundee, a city in central Scotland famed for its vibrant culture and beautiful scenery also known as “Scotland’s City of Discovery”. Arrive at Aberdeen and settle in for the next two nights

Highlights

• Fyvie Castle
• Craigievar Castle
• Stonehaven
• Dunnottar Castle

Today is all about adventuring in Aberdeen. Kick off your day with a trip to Fyvie Castle, constructed in the 13th century and bearing some truly beautiful architecture. Explore Craigievar Castle next, with its graceful cluster of towers stretching high into the Aberdeen skyline. The castle is perfectly preserved and offers a great glimpse into Scottish history. Visit Stonehaven afterwards, a cute seaside town located near the ruins of Dunnottar Castle. The town is renowned for being friendly and welcoming. Finish off your day with a visit to Dunnottar Castle. The castle once played home to Mary Queen of Scots, William Wallace and a slew of other impressive historical figures throughout the centuries.

Highlights

• Cairngorms National Park
• Cairngorms Mountain Range
• Balmoral Castle
• Ballater

Today you’ll be moving on from Aberdeen and into Inverness. Along the way you’ll be stopping to take in some of Scotland’s gems. First on the list is Cairngorms National Park, the largest park in Scotland. The park is home to the highest mountain range in Britain, truly an impressive sight. Then it’s on to Balmoral Castle. Balmoral has been in the Royal Family since the 17th century and is still kept by them today. Pause next at Ballater, a Victorian town bursting with historical tidbits including Queen Victoria’s personal, fully furnished train carriage. Wrap up your day in the city of Inverness.

Highlights

• Speyside
• The Malt Whisky Trail
• Cawdor Castle
• The Black Isle
• Cromarty
• Culloden

Kick off your first full day in Inverness with a trip to Speyside and a wander along the Malt Whisky Trail. Speyside is home to some of Scotland’s oldest and most prestigious distilleries, each with their own merits. Next, stop at Cawdor Castle, famed for its association with Shakespearean-era history and its glorious gardens. Journey on then to the Black Isle, which despite the name is actually a peninsula. The Isle is home to the best-preserved prehistoric village in Scotland named Cromarty, as well as some stunning beaches and a pod of bottlenose dolphins. Finish off your day at Culloden Battlefield, which was the background to the infamous Battle of Culloden during the Scottish struggle for independence.

Highlights

• Isle of Skye
• Loch Ness
• Urquhart Castle
• Loch Duich
• Eilean Donan

Today you’ll be journeying onwards to the Isle of Skye, another outstanding area of the country. On the way there’ll be plenty of opportunities to stop off and do some exploring, firstly at the famous Loch Ness. Loch Ness is surrounded by myth and legend, overseen by the hulking Urquhart Castle. Stop next at Eilean Donan castle, tucked away on an island off the shore of Loch Duich. Finally, you’ll arrive at the Isle of Skye. This beautiful island will be your home for the next two nights.

Highlights

• Dunvegan Castle and Gardens
• The Skye Island of Museum Life
• Trotternish Peninsula
• Talisker Distillery

Get ready to spend a day exploring the magnificent Isle of Skye. Kick off your adventure by visiting Dunvegan Castle. The castle is home to some true Scottish treasures, some dating back to the time of the Highland clans. The gardens are also stunning, definitely not to be missed. Follow up with a trip to The Skye Museum of Island Life. Here you can take a moment to learn about the history and customs of the Isle and its population. Afterwards, trip out to Trotternish Peninsula to take in some interesting scenery before finishing up with a visit to Talisker Distillery. The distillery dates back to 1830 and produces some of the finest malts in Scotland.

Highlights

• Steall Waterfall
• Glencoe
• Glenfinnan

You’ll say a final farewell to the Isle of Skye this morning as you make your way to Fort William. On the way there’ll be plenty of opportunity to take in more of the country. Pause first at Steall Waterfall, a stunning natural waterfall that drops into a hidden hanging valley. Then it’s time to visit Glencoe, the most famous glen in Scotland. Be sure to have your camera ready because the scenery is utterly breathtaking. Next stop is Glenfinnan, a quaint village nestled in a deep valley. End the day by arriving at Fort William and settling in for the evening.

Highlights

• Oban
• McCaig’s Tower
• Oban Distillery

Fort William is yours for the taking today, beginning with a visit to Oban. Oban is also known as The Gateway To The Isles due to its proximity to the shoreline; the scenery is not to be missed! While you’re there, stop by McCaig’s tower. Also known as McCaig’s Folly, this gargantuan tower closely resembles the coliseum in Rome. Finish off the day with a stop at Oban Distillery. Dating back to 1794, the distillery is one of Scotland’s oldest. Take the 1 Hour Sensory and Flavour tour to learn more about the art and science of whiskey while sampling the wares.

Highlights

• Callander
• Loch Lomond
• Trossachs National Park
• Rob Roy’s Grave

Today you’ll be moving along to Stirling, pausing to sight-see along the way. First stop is in Callander town, a vibrant, lively town known as the gateway to Loch Lomond. You’ll be visiting Loch Lomond next, the base for Trossachs National Park. The Trossachs is affectionately known as “the Highlands in Miniature” and is a beautiful sliver of Scotland that shouldn’t be missed. Pause once more at Rob Roy’s Grave. Rob Roy MacGregor was a famous outlaw whose life is deeply intertwined in 1700s Scottish history. You’ll then journey on to Stirling. The city of Stirling is full of interesting cultural and historical pursuits, and is believed to be the true site of King Arthur’s mythical Camelot.

Highlights

• Bannockburn Battlefield
• Wallace Monument
• Doune Castle
• Stirling Castle

Today will be devoted to exploring the cultural hub of Stirling. Top of the list is a visit to Bannockburn Battlefield, the site of the Battle of Bannockburn which was a pivotal moment in the Scottish fight for independence. Next up is the Wallace Monument, a 220 ft. tribute to William Wallace. Wallace is famed for his role in the Scottish independence war, which was illustrated through the movie Braveheart. Move along then to Doune Castle, a castle with a colourful and interesting past dating back as far as the 1300s. Finish off your day with a stop at Stirling Castle. The castle has a rich history and was closely involved in the Scottish fight for independence.

Highlights

• Falkirk
• Falkirk Wheel
• Glasgow
• Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
• Glasgow City Chambers

Wave goodbye to Stirling as you make your way to Glasgow, the last chapter of your Scottish adventure. On the way you’ll pause at Falkirk, a town immersed in history, culture and technology. The town is home to the gargantuan Falkirk Wheel, the first-ever rotating boat-lift. Arrive in Glasgow and get settled in before visiting Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Kelvingrove is home to a vast multitude of art and historical exhibitions, each displaying a unique significance to international culture. Finish out the day by visiting the City Chambers of Glasgow. Built in 1888, the Chambers has been home to every council of Glasgow for over a century.

Highlights

• Glasgow Science Centre
• Scottish Football Museum
• Glasgow Necropolis

On your final day in Scotland you’ll be adventuring around Glasgow to learn more about the city. First up is the Glasgow Science Centre. The centre is bursting with intriguing, interactive exhibits and special-effects shows. Stop off next at the Scottish Football Museum, a museum dedicated to Scotland’s history with soccer. Finish up your sightseeing with a trip to Glasgow Necropolis. This sprawling cemetery is located on the second-highest hill in Glasgow and is said to have an aura of serenity and calm. After that, enjoy the city at your leisure before retiring for the evening.

Your tour ends after breakfast today.