Scottish Dream
Starting from $2,695
- 8 Days In 2025
4.6
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
Tour end Edinburgh
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Highlights
Loch Lomond Cruise
Enjoy the exquisite eye candy on the largest lake in Scotland.
Inveraray Castle
Live out your Downton Abbey dreams when you visit this turreted fairy-tale castle that was featured in the show.
St Andrews
Explore the legendary Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the Old Course at the birthplace of golf.
Scottish Sheepdog Demonstration
Watch highly experienced sheepdogs mind their flocks at a charming Scottish farm.
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Our July 27th to August 18th departures get to enjoy the precision and performance of pipe and drum corps from around the world.
Isle of Skye
Enjoy the dramatic mountainous landscapes of the largest Inner Hebrides island.
Blair Athol Distillery
Sip a wee dram or two of Scotch whisky after you discover the secrets to crafting it.
Blair Castle
This ancient castle has been the home of nineteen generations of the Atholl family for over seven centuries. The 30 rooms are rich in period detail, with ornate plasterwork, luxurious tapestries, and beautifully carved furniture.
Culloden Battlefield
Explore the battlefield where the 1745 Jacobite Rising came to a tragic end.
Edinburgh Castle
Walk in the footsteps of soldiers, kings and queens, and even the odd pirate or two, in this medieval-era royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress, alive with many exciting tales.
Itinerary
Day 1Glasgow Tour & Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Day 2Loch Lomond Cruise & Inveraray Castle
Day 3Isle of Skye & Loch Ness
Day 4Culloden Battlefield & Sheepdog Trials
Day 5Blair Castle, Whisky Tasting & Pitlochry
Day 6Glamis Castle, St Andrews & Scottish Evening*
Day 7Edinburgh Panoramic Tour & Edinburgh Castle
Day 8Tour Ends in Edinburgh
Where you’ll stay
Inclusive package with no hidden extras
What's included?
- Full daily breakfast and many meals*
- An evening of Scottish entertainment
- Transportation (Buses, shuttles & ferries)
- Welcome drinks with your group
- Free Wi-Fi on luxury coaches
- All entrance fees to attractions
- Comprehensive travel itinerary
*Breakfast is not included on Day 1
Our welcome gift to you
- A travel backpack
- Travel adapter
- Rain poncho
- Luggage strap and tags
- Water flask
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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Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel, Glasgow
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Ballachulish Hotel, Ballachulish
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Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport, Inverness
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Muthu Newton Hotel, Nairn
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Muthu Newton Hotel
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Lounge
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Bedroom
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Gardens
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Atholl Palace Hotel, Pitlochry
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Atholl Palace Hotel
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Restaurant
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
View
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
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Crieff Hydro Hotel, Perth
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Dalhousie Castle Hotel, Edinburgh
Dalhousie Castle Hotel invites guests to step into a world of grandeur, history, and Scottish hospitality. Whether it’s a relaxing getaway, a spa retreat, or a regal celebration, this castle promises an unforgettable experience.Nestled within eleven acres of private parkland, Dalhousie Castle Hotel is a captivating 13th-century fortress on the banks of the River Esk. With 29 regal rooms, an atmospheric Dungeon Restaurant, rejuvenating spa facilities, and enchanting grounds, it’s a perfect blend of history and luxury.
Dalhousie Castle Hotel
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Dry Cleaning
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Air Conditioned
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Castle Staircase
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Dry Cleaning
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Air Conditioned
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Castle Double Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Dry Cleaning
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Air Conditioned
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Executive Suite
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge
- Dry Cleaning
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Air Conditioned
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Daily Maid Service
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
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Norton House Hotel & Spa, near Edinburgh
Set in a Victorian mansion in 55 acres of grounds, Norton House features a luxury spa, award-winning restaurant and boutique rooms with free internet. Edinburgh is a 20-minute drive, and Edinburgh Airport is 3 miles away. Guests can relax in the sauna, steam room or hydrotherapy pool in the luxurious spa. The health club also has a swimming pool with feature fountains, a fully equipped gym and treatment rooms.
Norton House Hotel
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Minibar
- Private Bathroom
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Gardens
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Minibar
- Private Bathroom
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Minibar
- Private Bathroom
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Lounge
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Minibar
- Private Bathroom
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
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5
CIE Tours Customer
4 months ago
2024 Scottish Dream - 8 Days/7 Nights
The price you pay for everything including cannot be matched! We saw so much, went so many places, and every dinner was a literal three course meal! If I had one drawback, it's that there isn't a lot of leisure time and I often thought that there was never enough time at the Castles.
4
CIE Tours Customer
4 months 1 week ago
Scottish Dream - 8 Days/7 Nights
Loved the variety offered in the tour. Most accommodations were excellent. Enjoyed having dinners included. Always very quick to get into our rooms at each hotel and luggage delivered quickly.
5
CIE Tours Customer
4 months 1 week ago
2024 Scottish Dream - 8 Days/7 Nights
Great for families with adult children!
Loved this trip and exploring the Scottish highlands. I wish there was more time in the Isle of Skye, but otherwise this was a fantastic tour.
5
Suzanne Ruth Mcgrath
4 months 1 week ago
Scottish Dream - 8 Days/7 Nights -I'd do it all again! Hope to travel with CIE again someday.
Everything was great! Thanks!
5
Mr. Michael Anthony Butler
4 months 1 week ago
Scottish Dream - 8 Days/7 Nights-A Great Experience
Overall it was great! We only had one issue at one hotel with water coming through the light in the shower! Unable to get a new room or to have it fixed until after we left in the AM so...one bad night, but the rest was great.
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