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Hit Scotland's highlights—and its Highlands

Check the must-sees off of your wish list on this good-value Scotland tour, which is an ideal introduction to the bustling cities and breathtaking landscapes.

Trip details

Tour start Glasgow

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Tour end Edinburgh

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Days

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Nights

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Meals

Highlights

Loch Lomond Cruise
Loch Lomond Cruise
Enjoy the exquisite eye candy on the largest lake in Scotland.
Inveraray Castle
Inveraray Castle
Live out your Downton Abbey dreams when you visit this turreted fairy-tale castle that was featured in the show.
St Andrews Clubhouse
St Andrews
Explore the legendary Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the Old Course at the birthplace of golf.
Scottish Sheepdog Demonstration
Scottish Sheepdog Demonstration
Watch highly experienced sheepdogs mind their flocks at a charming Scottish farm.
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Our August 2 to 23 departures get to enjoy the precision and performance of pipe and drum corps from around the world.
Isle of Skye
Isle of Skye
Enjoy the dramatic mountainous landscapes of the largest Inner Hebrides island.
Blair Athol Distillery
Blair Athol Distillery
Sip a wee dram or two of Scotch whisky after you discover the secrets to crafting it.
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Itinerary

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Your Scotland tour begins at 2:30 PM at your Glasgow hotel. Set out on a tour of central Glasgow’s highlights including red sandstone Victorian buildings, delightful parks, Glasgow Cathedral, and the River Clyde, once important for shipbuilding. Visit the extensive and varied art collections in Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Chat with your tour director and fellow travelers over a welcome drink. The evening is free for you to dine independently.
Embark on a short cruise of Loch Lomond to appreciate the beauty of this famous loch and admire panoramic views. Browse around the town of Inveraray and have lunch on your own before taking a guided tour of Inveraray Castle, featured in Downton Abbey. Journey across Rannoch Moor and through Glencoe, often considered one of Scotland’s most spectacular and beautiful places. Continue to Ballachulish on the shore of Loch Leven. (B, D)
Travel on the scenic “Road to the Isles”, stopping for photos at the Glenfinnan Monument, surrounded by spectacular Highland scenery. Ferry to the Isle of Skye to visit the romantic ruins of Armadale Castle, taking some free time for lunch. Back on the mainland, travel along the shores of Loch Ness. End the day at your hotel in Nairn, a lovely manor house set on spacious grounds near the North Sea. (B, D)
A short distance from Nairn is the Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre where the British government forces defeated the army of Prince Charles Edward Stuart, popularly known as Bonnie Prince Charlie. Walk around the moorland and the visitor center. Continue through majestic Highland scenery to a local farm for a demonstration of trained dogs herding sheep. Travel through the high peaks of the Grampian Mountains to your gracious manor-style hotel near Pitlochry. (B, D)
Visit Blair Castle, home of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl. Delve into the history of Mary, Queen of Scots, Bonnie Prince Charlie, and how Queen Victoria’s famous stay led to the creation of Europe’s only private army, the Atholl Highlanders. Go behind the scenes at Blair Athol Distillery for a tour and sample of the finished product. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring the gardens, hotel museum, or browsing around Pitlochry. (B, D)
Travel through lush countryside to visit Glamis Castle, the legendary setting of Macbeth and childhood home of the late Queen Mother. This majestic building is filled with priceless artifacts and furnishings. Head to St Andrews, the “Home of Golf,” to see the famous Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the Old Course. Enjoy free time to browse around this medieval town. In Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, enjoy a traditional Scottish evening with dinner, haggis, bagpipes, kilts, and Highland dancing. (B, D)
Explore Edinburgh to compare and contrast the wide streets and elegant mansions of the Georgian 200-year-old “New Town” with the narrow lanes and medieval townhouses along the Royal Mile, the oldest part of the city. Tour the imposing Edinburgh Castle with its splendid views of the city. The rest of the day is free for shopping, dining, and exploring the exciting things to do in Edinburgh. August 2 – 23 departures enjoy the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the Castle Esplanade. (B)
Your tour ends after breakfast. (B) B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner

Where you’ll stay

Hilton Glasgow Grosvenor

Hilton Glasgow Grosvenor Glasgow, Scotland

Set in an historic building with a modern and stylish interior, Hilton Glasgow Grosvenor is the...
Isles of Glencoe Hotel

Isles of Glencoe Hotel Ballachulish, Scotland

Almost afloat, The Isles of Glencoe Hotel is nestled on the side of a peninsula, reaching into...
Muthu Newton Hotel

Muthu Newton Hotel Nairn, Scotland

Muthu Newton Hotel is close to the Nairn golfing links and the Moray Firth offering unrivalled...
Atholl Palace Hotel

Atholl Palace Hotel Pitlochry, Scotland

Originally opened in Victorian times, the Atholl Palace Hotel retains many features of a...
Macdonald Holyrood Hotel

Macdonald Holyrood Hotel Edinburgh, Scotland

Just yards from Holyrood Park, Macdonald Holyrood Hotel features an award-winning restaurant and...
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Inclusive package with no hidden extras

What's included?

  • Full daily breakfast (except day 1)
  • Transportation (Buses, shuttles & ferries)
  • Welcome drinks with your group
  • Free Wi-Fi on luxury coaches
  • Comprehensive travel itinerary and documents

Our welcome gift to you

  • A travel backpack
  • Travel adapter
  • Rain poncho
  • Luggage strap and tags
  • Documents wallet

From our travelers

We loved everything about this tour. Our guide Ian was wonderful. The hotels, meals and places we went to in Scotland were fabulous. I enjoyed traveling through the countryside and seeing many of the places I had always wanted to visit. Ian was able to supply a great deal of interesting information about what we were seeing, and the whole trip exceeded my expectations.

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Annette Rene Deboer 1 year 3 months ago

5.0
I had never experienced international travel on any kind of a “guided” tour so I wasn’t sure what to think so this was going to be a new experience for me... Our tour guide “Regine” was literally FABULOUS! As was our bus driver “Colum”. Even t. hough Regine wasn’t actuall Scotish, she knew h. er stuff! She had all the information about the land, history, culture, weather etc. of the various areas we visited. She was very engaging and always approachable. She had a Mega. watt smile and a very bubbly personality. She was happy to see all of us each day and it was clear to see that she truly cared that.
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CIE Tours Customer 1 year 4 months ago

5.0
The tour was fantastic. I am a fan of Outlander, and I chose the tour because I knew I would get a chance to see some of the places mentioned in the books/show. Our guide, Ian, was familiar with Outlander, and he pointed out places relevant to the story. One of the reasons I chose this particular tour was that it included Culloden,an integral part of the story. Ian was extremely knowledgeable, and we learned so much about Scottish history.
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Mr. Gary Neil Macdougall 1 year 4 months ago

5.0
We had a wonderful time in Scotland, with wonderful stops, good tour information from guide and a great driver. Every stop went smoothly, with our luggage handled, information on the next days agenda easily found and a good amount of time at each stop along the way. We liked the free time at the end of day as well, hotels were stunning and the food was delicious! We are fans of CIE and look forward to our next opportunity to travel with you.
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CIE Tours Customer 1 year 4 months ago

5.0
The very high level of professionalism, our tour guide was well prepared and gave an excellent tour. The bus driver was so very kind and accommodating. All accommodations were great and we were also lucky to have an easy-going and congenial group of people.
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Jan 6 months ago

5.0
Good value for the money. The itinerary was interesting and varied. Besides giving informative commentary on the trip, Kevin, our tour director, added to our experience by playing the bagpipes at several of our tour stops.
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