Scottish Highland Fling
10 Days
Tour Description
Don’t be shy—you’re not the only daydreamer with a major crush on Scotland. With its lush rolling hills, dramatic coastlines, tiny villages, and towering fairytale castles, what’s not to love? On this Undiscovered Tour of Scotland, you’ll feel your heart skip a beat as you journey through the breathtaking Highlands, ferry to its most beautiful islands, and immerse yourself in a world of haunting bagpipes, hallowed battlefields, and hoppy brews — the perfect choice for washing down traditional fish and chips at a Scottish chippy. With visits to the Neolithic village of Skara Brae, the legendary golf town of St. Andrews, and a famous whisky distillery for a tour and a wee dram, this Scotland holiday offers countless opportunities to raise a glass to your many passions. Making a spectacular scenic loop from Edinburgh to Glasgow, this Scottish Highland Fling tour is indeed an affair to remember.
Traveller Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday, from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi; Isle of Skye and Orkney ferries.
Traveller Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday, from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi; Isle of Skye and Orkney ferries.
Priced From:
$ 5119pp *
Start Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
End Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Major Destinations: Whiskey Distillery Tour ,Isle of Mull,Glasgow,Edinburgh Castle,Pitlochry,Culloden Moor
Breakfast Meals Included:
9
Lunch Meals Included:
2
Dinner Meals Included:
7
Itinerary
Day
1
ARRIVE IN EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND
Welcome to Edinburgh!
Free time this afternoon. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Day
2
EDINBURGH
Drummers, Pipes & Precious Jewels
EDINBURGH Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the New Town and the Old Town and a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland's Crown Jewels. Free time this afternoon.
THE ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Attend the world-renowned Tattoo performance. (Departures August 1 through August 22 only). (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
MUSIC & MASTERPIECES Ascend to Castle Rock to explore Edinburgh Castle, one of the most important historical strongholds in the Kingdom of Scotland, with a 1,100-year history as "the most besieged place in Great Britain." Here, you'll find the royal regalia and Scotland's Crown Jewels. The Castle forms the background of the spectacular Tattoo, an extravaganza of bagpipes and drums performed en masse in August each year.
Day
3
EDINBURGH-ST. ANDREWS-PITLOCHRY-INVERNESS
Mulligans & Mountains
ST. ANDREWS See the home of golf and famous university town.
PITLOCHRY Walk through the Victorian mountain resort then drive through the scenic Grampian Mountains and Cairngorms National Park.
(B) 201 mi / 323 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ICONIC FOOTSTEPS See the fairways and greens at the birthplace of golf, where legendary players of the Scottish game made history in the university town of St. Andrews.
Day
4
INVERNESS-CULLODEN MOOR-DUNROBIN-THURSO
Brave Lads & Bonnie Lands
CULLODEN MOOR Visit the Culloden battlefield site and visitor centre.
DUNROBIN Visit the castle and walled gardens. (B,D) 120 mi / 193 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT At Culloden moor, hear the story of the crushing Hanoverian victory over Bonnie Prince Charlie's Scottish clans. On 16 April 1746, the two armies met. Over 1,500 Jacobites were killed or wounded, while British government forces lost about 100 soldiers. The last pitched battle fought on British soil lasted less than an hour.
Day
5
THURSO. EXCURSION TO THE ORKNEY ISLANDS
An Ancient Archipelago
THURSO Drive to Scrabster to board a ferry for a scenic crossing to the Orkney Islands.
ORKNEY ISLANDS Sightseeing includes Old Man of Hoy, Skara Brae and Skaill House, the Ring of Brodgar, and Kirkwall. [LF] Join a guided tour of The Orkney Brewery and have a light lunch at the Tasting Hall cafe. Return to the mainland by ferry in the late afternoon. (B,L,D) 103 mi / 166 km
LOCAL FAVOURITE
HISTORY & TRADITION Orcadian water, the best malt, hops, and yeast are the only four ingredients of hand-crafted ales such as Orkney Dark Island, Northern Light and the world-famous Skull Splitter named after a vicious Orkney Earl. Enjoy a guided tour of the brewery and learn the traditions of beer making and a long, long history of brewing quality ales.
Day
6
THURSO-ULLAPOOL-GAIRLOCH
Spectacular Sights & A Scottish Chippy
THURSO Take a scenic drive along the spectacular North Coast 500 route via Durness and Scourie.
ULLAPOOL Visit to the fishing port includes [LF] a traditional fish & chips lunch at a local restaurant. (B,L,D) 194 mi / 312 km
LOCAL FAVOURITE
LOCAL TASTES Walk along the whitewashed cottages with views of lovely Loch Broom in the charming seaport town of Ullapool. Feast on traditional fish and chips, a Scottish favourite that never fails to satisfy.
Day
7
GAIRLOCH-ISLE OF SKYE-FORT WILLIAM-GLENCOE
Sea & Skye
ISLE OF SKYE Drive across the Inner Hebridean island. Return to the mainland by ferry across the Sound of Sleat to Mallaig.
FORT WILLIAM See the gateway to Ben Nevis, the UK's highest peak. [LF] Visit a whisky distillery. (B,D) 154 mi / 248 km
LOCAL FAVOURITE
LOCAL TASTES Raise a dram of whisky for Scotland's proud heritage at an historic, local distillery whilst you learn all about Scotland's favourite spirit.
Day
8
GLENCOE. EXCURSION TO THE ISLES OF MULL AND IONA
Island Dreams & Scottish Kings
OBAN Ferry crossing to the Isle of Mull.
ISLE OF MULL Take a scenic drive across the island.
ISLE OF IONA See the burial place of many Scottish kings and chiefs. Visit one of the first Christian monasteries in the British Isles. (B,D) 138 mi / 222 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT Called "Eagle Island" by wildlife watchers, the Isle of Mull is a paradise for birds of prey keeping a watchful eye on the wonderful wild landscapes below. Watch for Scottish red deer, iconic Highland cattle, and rolling hills that paint a picture of quintessential Scotland. The medieval abbey on the Isle of Iona is the resting place of many Scottish monarchs and chiefs.
Day
9
GLENCOE-LOCH LOMOND-GLASGOW
Glasgow Gems & Gorgeous Glens
GLENCOE Depart for a scenic drive through Glen Coe, Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.
LOCH LOMOND Visit the lake.
GLASGOW Enjoy an orientation drive to see the 12th-century cathedral, university buildings, and Georgian squares. Free time this afternoon before a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) 96 mi / 155 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOTS In Scotland's most populous city, Glasgow's uniquely rich architectural heritage ranges from 19th-century masterpieces to the modern designs of the unique style of Glasgow-born Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Discover exciting experiences around every corner!
Day
10
GLASGOW
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Dates & prices
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2024-09-26
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2024-08-08
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7119 NZD
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2024-07-18
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7499 NZD
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2024-06-27
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2024-06-20
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5399 NZD
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6819 NZD
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5399 NZD
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