How many people are usually on your tour

Please be advised that it has an Average 40 to 45 guests and Maximum of 48 guests.

Does this include airfare and getting to first location

This would not include airfare, you would have to book airfare on your own to and from.

If trip begins in Edinburgh and ends in Glasgow where should I fly into and how do I get to tour group? I have never been on group tour or flown internationally.

You would fly into the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and out of the Glasgow International Airport (GLA). You will receive a complimentary transfer to the tour start hotel as long as your arrival flight meets our transfer times, and you will meet with Travel Director and the rest of the group from there.

Why can't we bring our carry on roller baggage that we use on the aircraft? Hard to get 2 weeks of things in one piece of luggage.

Given the luggage storage allowance on the inside of our motorcoaches, we are only able to have guests store carry-on luggage that is soft-sided without wheels or telescopic handles as luggage of that type are too big to fit inside the coach. The space allowed for storage in the coach is about less than half the size of an overhead storage bin in an aircraft. Guests can also store luggage under their seats, however luggage with wheels or telescopic handles run a safety risk when stored under your seats as they can roll around the coach or block the passage ways in your travels. The alternative storage option for those still wanting to bring luggage outside of the standard allowances is to store these bags under the coach in the main luggage compartment. However, you will not have access to this luggage while travelling and storage here can only be accommodated if there is extra space as this storage compartment is dedicated to hold all guests' main suitcases. As we understand that packing for our longer vacations can be a challenge, we typically accommodate our guests in 4-5 star properties where possible that have laundry services available.

Will we get free time whilst on the tour?

On each tour, Brendan Vacations offers you the perfect balance of exploring with the group and also relaxing in your own free time.

I have a special dietary request, can this be accommodated?

If you have any dietary requests such as vegetarian, diabetic, gluten-free etc this can be accommodated for on the tour. Please let our team know at the time of booking of your dietary requests so Brendan Vacations can do everything they can to have the suitable meals for you on tour.

Are airport transfers included?

In regards to airport transfers if you are joining or departing your guided tour on the first or last day, return transfers between the airport and hotel are generally included however it can vary depending on the departure. If you would like to pre-arrange a transfer please let our team of travel experts know at the time of booking.

Is travel insurance compulsory?

It is strongly recommended that all guests have a travel insurance policy to ensure your peace of mind before and whilst you are travelling. It's important that you protect yourself in case of any trip cancellations, an interruption for any reason, baggage delays or loss of baggage and medical expenses etc. If you still require travel insurance you obtain a quote on the following link - https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance

How much luggage can I bring with me?

On the tour, you can bring one suitcase per traveller with the dimensions of 76cm x 46cm x 25cm (30" x 18" x 10") but it must not weigh more than 23kg (50 lbs) due to the limited space on the coach. You can also bring one piece of hand luggage, provided it is small enough to take on the coach and can fit in the overhead storage space.

Can I bring a wheelchair on the tour?

In most circumstances, you are able to travel with a wheelchair on the tour, as long as you are travelling with someone who’s willing to provide personal assistance to you as the tour guide is unable to do so. Please advise our team of travel experts at the time of booking if you plan to bring a wheelchair to ensure your requirements can be met.

Highland Trail Inspired By Outlander (13 Days)

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From Edinburgh to Glasgow

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Silver Operator: Brendan Vacations
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 48
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Edinburgh
Meals
Welcome Reception (Scottish Welcome Reception)
Accommodation
Hotel (Novotel Edinburgh Center)
Included Activities
- Scottish Welcome Reception
Optional Activities
- Explore Edinburgh's medieval streets
Landmarks
Edinburgh
Day 2
Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Novotel Edinburgh Center)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Edinburgh with Local Specialist
- Visit to Edinburgh Castle
- Outlander walking tour through Old Town
- Explore Princes Street, Scott Memorial, New Town facades and Palace of Holyroodhouse
Optional Activities
- Seek out additional Outlander filming locations
Landmarks
Edinburgh Castle
Old Town
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Scott Memorial
New Town
Day 3
Firth of Forth
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Novotel Edinburgh Center)
Included Activities
- Visit Blackness Castle
- Explore Culross (Cranesmuir)
- See Claire's herb garden
- Visit Geillis Duncan's home
Landmarks
Blackness Castle
Culross
Firth of Forth
Day 4
St Andrews - Dundee
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa)
Included Activities
- Stop in Falkland
- Visit Covenanter Hotel (Mrs Baird's B&B location)
- Visit St. Andrews university town
- See St. Andrews golf course
- Orientation tour of Dundee
- View Tay Rail Bridge
- View RRS Discovery
Optional Activities
- Explore Falkland at leisure
Landmarks
Falkland
Covenanter Hotel
St. Andrews
St. Andrews Golf Course
Tay Rail Bridge
RRS Discovery
Day 5
Inverness
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Columba)
Included Activities
- Visit Highland Folk Museum, Newtonmore
- Explore recreated 18th-century township
- View artifact collection at Highland Folk Museum
- Travel through Scottish Highlands to Inverness
Landmarks
Highland Folk Museum
Inverness
Inverness Castle
Day 6
Thurso
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Pentland)
Included Activities
- Visit Culloden Battlefield
- Explore Culloden Visitor Center
- Learn about the Battle of Culloden
Landmarks
Culloden Battlefield
Culloden Visitor Center
Day 7
Orkney Islands
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Pentland)
Included Activities
- Ferry from John O'Groats to Orkney Islands
- Explore South Ronaldsay
- Visit Skara Brae Neolithic village
- Explore Ring of Brodgar standing stones
- Return ferry from Orkney Islands to mainland
Optional Activities
- Roam the Orkney Islands freely
Landmarks
John O'Groats
Orkney Islands
South Ronaldsay
Skara Brae
Ring of Brodgar
Day 8
Isle of Skye
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Kings Arms)
Included Activities
- Visit Ullapool fishing village
- See Eilean Donan Castle
- Travel to Isle of Skye
- Learn about Bonnie Prince Charlie's escape and Flora MacDonald
- Dinner at hotel
Optional Activities
- Explore Ullapool at leisure
Landmarks
Ullapool
Loch Broom
Eilean Donan Castle
Isle of Skye
Day 9
Fort William - Pitlochry
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Crieff Hydro Hotel)
Included Activities
- Ferry from Isle of Skye to Mallaig
- View Glenfinnan Viaduct
- Stop at Fort William
- Stroll Fort William High Street
- Admire Ben Nevis
- Travel through Glencoe
- Wildlife ranger talk about Glencoe conservation
- Pay tribute at Glencoe MacDonald massacre site
- Travel to Pitlochry
Landmarks
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Fort William
Ben Nevis
Glencoe
Glencoe National Nature Reserve
Pitlochry
Day 10
Pitlochry
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Crieff Hydro Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit historic whisky distillery in Pitlochry
- Learn about whisky production
- Sample whisky (wee dram)
Optional Activities
- Purchase whisky bottle as souvenir
Landmarks
Pitlochry Whisky Distillery
Day 11
Stirling - Glasgow
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Maldron Hotel Glasgow City)
Included Activities
- Visit Doune Castle
- Visit Stirling Castle
- Explore Stirling Castle halls, chapels and bedrooms
- View Stirling Heads
- View Wallace Monument
- View Stirling Bridge battlefield
- Visit Battle of Bannockburn site
- Visit St. Mungo's Cathedral, Glasgow
- Explore Glasgow at leisure
Landmarks
Doune Castle
Stirling Castle
Wallace Monument
Stirling Bridge
Battle of Bannockburn
St. Mungo's Cathedral
Day 12
Loch Ard
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Home-cooked Scottish Be My Guest Lunch at Wood family's 15th-century farm on shores of Loch Ard with tales of Rob Roy and ceilidh tunes)
Accommodation
Hotel (Maldron Hotel Glasgow City)
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Glasgow
- View Glasgow City Chambers
- View George Square
- View River Clyde
- Visit Callendar House
- Be My Guest lunch at Wood family's 15th-century farm on Loch Ard
- Learn tales of Rob Roy
- Enjoy ceilidh tunes
Landmarks
Glasgow City Chambers
George Square
River Clyde
Callendar House
Loch Ard
Day 13
Departure
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Edinburgh

Landmarks
Edinburgh Castle
Old Town
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Scott Memorial
New Town

Landmarks
Blackness Castle
Culross
Firth of Forth

Landmarks
Falkland
Covenanter Hotel
St. Andrews
St. Andrews Golf Course
Tay Rail Bridge
RRS Discovery

Landmarks
Highland Folk Museum
Inverness
Inverness Castle

Landmarks
Culloden Battlefield
Culloden Visitor Center

Landmarks
John O'Groats
Orkney Islands
South Ronaldsay
Skara Brae
Ring of Brodgar

Landmarks
Ullapool
Loch Broom
Eilean Donan Castle
Isle of Skye

Landmarks
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Fort William
Ben Nevis
Glencoe
Glencoe National Nature Reserve
Pitlochry

Landmarks
Pitlochry Whisky Distillery

Landmarks
Doune Castle
Stirling Castle
Wallace Monument
Stirling Bridge
Battle of Bannockburn
St. Mungo's Cathedral

Landmarks
Glasgow City Chambers
George Square
River Clyde
Callendar House
Loch Ard

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Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Novotel Edinburgh Center
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 3
Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa
Hotel
day 4
Columba
Hotel
day 5
Pentland
Hotel
Days 6, 7
Kings Arms
Hotel
day 8
Crieff Hydro Hotel
Hotel
Days 9, 10
Maldron Hotel Glasgow City
Hotel
Days 11, 12

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Response rate: 100%
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Tour Operator
4.3

Kimberly
October 23rd, 2024
We had a great experience in Scotland. Our tour director Ian was amazing and very knowledgable. The coach was...
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Paul
July 9th, 2024
Had a great experience in Ireland and Scotland! Trafalgar Tours/Brendan Vacations is a fantastic choice to see the...
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carol
October 8th, 2023
Once on the trip it was good. The communication prior to getting there left something to be desired. (We were bumped...
Once on the trip it was good. The communication prior to getting there left something to be desired. (We were bumped out at one point and until I called was told there was nothing to be done, which caused a great deal of anxiety.) The tour director, Chris was incredibly knowledgeable and seemed enthusiastic about most subjects. The hotels were all good and beds (except one very soft one) were fairly comfortable. The add-ons, which I did all of were good except the last 2 were very slow meal service and the last one- farewell dinner was not great. But overall good food, (if a bit the same every time.) Since my friend and I had never been on a tour (booking all the ad-ons) may have been too much. We were exhausted and a few days prior to the end were wishing it was over. The packing up suitcases daily (or a couple of times 2 days) was also tiring and daunting since we've always traveled to a single destination and would only pack up the last day. The driver was very good. Probably next time I'll do a single destination and explore from there.Show more

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Eileen
Asked on May 2nd, 2024
How many people are usually on your tour
Group size
- Brendan VacationsOperator•Written May 2024
  Please be advised that it has an Average 40 to 45 guests and Maximum of 48 guests.
B
Brooke
Asked on January 27th, 2023
Does this include airfare and getting to first location
Flights / Transfers
- Brendan VacationsOperator•Written January 2023
  This would not include airfare, you would have to book airfare on your own to and from.
C
Crystal
Asked on June 14th, 2022
If trip begins in Edinburgh and ends in Glasgow where should I fly into and how do I get to tour group? I have never been on group tour or flown internationally.
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Brendan VacationsOperator•Written June 2022
  You would fly into the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and out of the Glasgow International Airport (GLA). You will receive a complimentary transfer to the tour start hotel as long as your arrival flight meets our transfer times, and you will meet with Travel Director and the rest of the group from there.
C
Carole
Asked on February 8th, 2022
Why can't we bring our carry on roller baggage that we use on the aircraft? Hard to get 2 weeks of things in one piece of luggage.
Tour Details
Transport
- Brendan VacationsOperator•Written March 2022
  Given the luggage storage allowance on the inside of our motorcoaches, we are only able to have guests store carry-on luggage that is soft-sided without wheels or telescopic handles as luggage of that type are too big to fit inside the coach. The space allowed for storage in the coach is about less than half the size of an overhead storage bin in an aircraft. Guests can also store luggage under their seats, however luggage with wheels or telescopic handles run a safety risk when stored under your seats as they can roll around the coach or block the passage ways in your travels. The alternative storage option for those still wanting to bring luggage outside of the standard allowances is to store these bags under the coach in the main luggage compartment. However, you will not have access to this luggage while travelling and storage here can only be accommodated if there is extra space as this storage compartment is dedicated to hold all guests' main suitcases. As we understand that packing for our longer vacations can be a challenge, we typically accommodate our guests in 4-5 star properties where possible that have laundry services available.
P
Pauline
Asked on October 29th, 2018
Will we get free time whilst on the tour?
Tour Details
- Brendan VacationsOperator•Written October 2018
  On each tour, Brendan Vacations offers you the perfect balance of exploring with the group and also relaxing in your own free time.
B
Barbara
Asked on October 29th, 2018
I have a special dietary request, can this be accommodated?
Meals
- Brendan VacationsOperator•Written October 2018
  If you have any dietary requests such as vegetarian, diabetic, gluten-free etc this can be accommodated for on the tour. Please let our team know at the time of booking of your dietary requests so Brendan Vacations can do everything they can to have the suitable meals for you on tour.
B
Bonnie
Asked on October 29th, 2018
Are airport transfers included?
Flights / Transfers
- Brendan VacationsOperator•Written October 2018
  In regards to airport transfers if you are joining or departing your guided tour on the first or last day, return transfers between the airport and hotel are generally included however it can vary depending on the departure. If you would like to pre-arrange a transfer please let our team of travel experts know at the time of booking.
J
Judy
Asked on October 29th, 2018
Is travel insurance compulsory?
Travel Support
- Brendan VacationsOperator•Written October 2018
  It is strongly recommended that all guests have a travel insurance policy to ensure your peace of mind before and whilst you are travelling. It's important that you protect yourself in case of any trip cancellations, an interruption for any reason, baggage delays or loss of baggage and medical expenses etc. If you still require travel insurance you obtain a quote on the following link - https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance
K
Ken
Asked on October 29th, 2018
How much luggage can I bring with me?
Transport
- Brendan VacationsOperator•Written October 2018
  On the tour, you can bring one suitcase per traveller with the dimensions of 76cm x 46cm x 25cm (30" x 18" x 10") but it must not weigh more than 23kg (50 lbs) due to the limited space on the coach. You can also bring one piece of hand luggage, provided it is small enough to take on the coach and can fit in the overhead storage space.
J
Jenna
Asked on October 29th, 2018
Can I bring a wheelchair on the tour?
Travel Support
- Brendan VacationsOperator•Written October 2018
  In most circumstances, you are able to travel with a wheelchair on the tour, as long as you are travelling with someone who’s willing to provide personal assistance to you as the tour guide is unable to do so. Please advise our team of travel experts at the time of booking if you plan to bring a wheelchair to ensure your requirements can be met.

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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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Payment information
- For any tour departing before July 13th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 13th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Brendan Vacations. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Brendan Vacations will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Brendan Vacations" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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