Can I add somehow a Harry POtter train ride to this tour?

CIE would not be able to assist with adding additional excursions.

There seems to be no availability for August - can you confirm?

There are many August departures left for 8 Day & 9 Day Scottish Dream 2026

Are any meals - breakfast and/or dinner - included with this tour? Besides the Armadale Castle, are any other sights visited on the Isle of Skye?

Our 2025 - 8 Day Scottish Dream includes 7 Breakfasts (B) and 5 Dinners*(D). For departures during the Military Tattoo period (July 27 – August 17), there are 4 dinners instead, due to the show schedule. Regarding the Isle of Skye, the only listed sightseeing stop is Armadale Castle; no other Skye attractions are included in this itinerary.

I have celiac disease how do they accommodate for my eating issue

If you have dietary restrictions, we can put in a request on your booking. While hotels throughout Europe offer a wide variety of foods, we cannot guarantee all requests and it is a good idea to double check once you are in your tour hotel. A full hot breakfast with a wide variety of selections is included at your hotel each morning. Lunch is sometimes included, but more often you will be at leisure to go where you like. Many dinners are included where you will eat with your group either in the hotel or at a local restaurant. All included dinners are three-course meals with a choice of appetizer, entrée and dessert, with tea or coffee included. Most hotels and restaurants feature a good assortment of poultry, meat, fish and vegetarian options and you will be given choices at all meals. Depending on your meal and the tour, wine or beer may be included or will be available for purchase. For lunches or dinners where you will be dining independently, your Tour Director can give you tips on options in your location.

Are wheeled luggage allowed on the tour?

Wheeled luggage is permitted, but each person is allowed one suitcase and it must weigh less than 50 lbs. and measure approx. 30 x 20 x 10 inches.

How should I prepare for varying weather conditions?

Dressing in layers provides most comfort as you can shed and add items when the temperatures fluctuate.

What is the deposit for the Scottish Dream 8-day tour?

The deposit for the tour will be $250.00 per person.

Are reservations needed for additional nights before the tour starts?

Yes, reservations for additional nights need to be made in advance and are subject to availability.

What is the typical cost for a taxi from our hotel in Edinburgh to the airport?

You may purchase a private taxi for $37 on the last day of your tour.

Is there any flexibility or any way I can make that trip? The only flight i can get is scheduled to land at 1:25 pm that day.

We recommend coming in a night earlier so you can begin with the tour at 2pm the first day. If that is not possible, we advise to meet up with the tour when they arrive back to the hotel that night.

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Scottish Dream - 8 Days/7 Nights (16 destinations)

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The excursions were top notch. The hotels were very good with full Scottish breakfasts every morning.
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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 44
Ages 8+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Glasgow
Glasgow
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of central Glasgow including red sandstone Victorian buildings, parks, Glasgow Cathedral, and River Clyde
- Visit Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Landmarks
Glasgow Cathedral
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
River Clyde
Day 2
Loch Lomond - Inveraray Castle - Ballachulish
Loch Lomond - Inveraray Castle - Ballachulish
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Ballachulish Hotel)
Included Activities
- Loch Lomond cruise
- Guided tour of Inveraray Castle
Landmarks
Loch Lomond
Inveraray Castle
Rannoch Moor
Glencoe
Loch Leven
Day 3
Isle of Skye - Loch Ness
Isle of Skye - Loch Ness
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Sligachan with stunning views of the Cuillin Hills), Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Muthu Newton Hotel)
Included Activities
- Crossing to Isle of Skye
- Visit Sligachan Old Bridge
Landmarks
Isle of Skye
Cuillin Hills
Sligachan Old Bridge
Eilean Donan Castle
Loch Ness
Day 4
Culloden Battlefield - Sheepdog Trials
Culloden Battlefield - Sheepdog Trials
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Crieff Hydro Hotel)
Included Activities
- Walk around Culloden Battlefield and visitor center
- Sheepdog trials demonstration at local farm
Landmarks
Culloden Battlefield
Grampian Mountains
Day 5
Blair Castle - Blair Athol Distillery - Pitlochry
Blair Castle - Blair Athol Distillery - Pitlochry
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Crieff Hydro Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Blair Castle
- Behind-the-scenes tour and whisky sample at Blair Athol Distillery
Optional Activities
- Shopping in Pitlochry
- Shopping in Crieff
- Explore hotel facilities
Landmarks
Blair Castle
Blair Athol Distillery
Day 6
Glamis Castle - St Andrews - Edinburgh
Glamis Castle - St Andrews - Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Scottish evening with traditional food, music, and dancing (for departures other than August 2–23; August 2–23 departures have evening free))
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Norton House Hotel & Spa)
Included Activities
- Visit Glamis Castle
- Free time exploring St Andrews
Optional Activities
- Visit Royal and Ancient Clubhouse
- View the Old Course
Landmarks
Glamis Castle
St Andrews
Royal and Ancient Clubhouse
Old Course
Day 7
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Norton House Hotel & Spa)
Included Activities
- Edinburgh panoramic tour including New Town and Royal Mile
- Edinburgh Castle tour
Optional Activities
- Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on Castle Esplanade (August 2–23 departures only)
Landmarks
Edinburgh New Town
Royal Mile
Edinburgh Castle
Castle Esplanade
Day 8
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Glasgow Cathedral
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
River Clyde

Landmarks
Loch Lomond
Inveraray Castle
Rannoch Moor
Glencoe
Loch Leven

Landmarks
Isle of Skye
Cuillin Hills
Sligachan Old Bridge
Eilean Donan Castle
Loch Ness

Landmarks
Culloden Battlefield
Grampian Mountains

Landmarks
Blair Castle
Blair Athol Distillery

Landmarks
Glamis Castle
St Andrews
Royal and Ancient Clubhouse
Old Course

Landmarks
Edinburgh New Town
Royal Mile
Edinburgh Castle
Castle Esplanade

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Where You'll Stay

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Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel
Hotel 4*
day 1
Ballachulish Hotel
Hotel 4*
day 2
Muthu Newton Hotel
Hotel 4*
day 3
Crieff Hydro Hotel
Hotel 4*
Days 4, 5
Norton House Hotel & Spa
Hotel 4*
Days 6, 7

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4.5

Overall rating based on 229 Reviews

Itinerary
4.3
Transport
4.5
Guide
4.6
Accommodation
4.4
Food
4.2
Tour Operator
4.6

Phil3.3•August 2026
Great stories from tour director No way to contact tour director with a problem or for anything. She couldn’t find...
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Audrey5.0•May 2025
This tour was .amazing. Our tour guide, Austin, was knowledgeable and funny. Our driver, Neil, was the best.. The...
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Traveled in April 2025
Katherine3.0•October 2024
I loved Scotland but I'll never book another tour on tour radar or use CIE. When I booked it was very important that...
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Traveled in September 2024
Rosalynn5.0•September 2024
I have never done a bus tour before. I am a fan now. Saw lots of great places and met some amazing people on the tour.
Traveled in September 2024
Holly5.0•September 2024
Just got back home to Canada after the Scottish Dream 8day tour. I had a great time. This was my first tour with CIE...
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Traveled in September 2024
Patricia4.0•September 2024
Tour, guide, and driver were all excellent. My complaint is that you advertised the tour as having a maximum of 26...
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Traveled in September 2024
Dorothy4.0•August 2024
Overall, the experience was good and generally met expectations. There were issues with getting to Isle of Skye,...
Overall, the experience was good and generally met expectations. There were issues with getting to Isle of Skye, which seemed to be related to not a big enough Ferry to accommodate the motorcoach. This was a great disappointment. It seems this issue could have been prepared for in advance, as this tour has been ongoing. I would have liked to had a more time-lined, detailed itinerary upon arrival and available at our initial meeting collectively as a tour group. The Guide "Perri" was very knowledgeable of the history and points of interest in Scotland. She was able to adequately answer questions and provide information. But, I felt she "guided" very little and I believe we only used the "talk boxes" 3 times during the course of entire trip. There was more of an emphasis on self-guidance if at all possible. The Guide was adequate, but I've certainly had much more attentive, engaging Guides who seemed more enthusiastic and interestede in their tour group.Show more
Traveled in August 2024
Linda4.0•July 2024
Enjoyed my trip but going solo was rough as everyone had a partner or friend.
Traveled in June 2024
Virginia5.0•July 2024
Very organized with a great tour director and bus driver
Traveled in July 2024
Sherry4.0•June 2024
I had a wonderful time in Scotland! Perri, CIE tour director, was knowledgeable about the history of each area we...
I had a wonderful time in Scotland! Perri, CIE tour director, was knowledgeable about the history of each area we passed through. She shared not only history, but also local lore and faerie stories. Many had us laughing and, on occasion, groaning. Our driver, Francis, maneuvered the bus around tight turns with expertise. For the most part the hotel meals were very good as long as you steered clear of the overcooked chicken breasts.Show more
Traveled in June 2024

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Cristina
Asked on July 7th, 2026
Can I add somehow a Harry POtter train ride to this tour?
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- CIE ToursOperator•Written July 2026
  CIE would not be able to assist with adding additional excursions.
J
Joe
Asked on January 14th, 2026
There seems to be no availability for August - can you confirm?
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- CIE ToursOperator•Written January 2026
  There are many August departures left for 8 Day & 9 Day Scottish Dream 2026
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  Joe
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  Could you give me a rice on 2 adults sharing for August and what is included in the price, please ?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written January 2026
  2026 - 9 Day Scottish Dream
  Sun Aug 02 2026 Mon Aug 10, 2026 US$4145 Per Person
  Thu Aug 06 2026 Fri Aug 14, 2026 US$4145 Per Person
  Thu Aug 13, 2026 Fri Aug 21, 2026 US$4145 Per Person
  
  The displayed price includes the motor coach bus, hotels, taxes, listed meals & attractions per person.
  Airfare, promotions and gratuities are not included in the displayed price.
  Additionally, we can help book the airport transfers and pre or post nights.
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Greg
Asked on June 4th, 2025
Are any meals - breakfast and/or dinner - included with this tour? Besides the Armadale Castle, are any other sights visited on the Isle of Skye?
Meals
Tour Details
- CIE ToursOperator•Written June 2025
  Our 2025 - 8 Day Scottish Dream includes 7 Breakfasts (B) and 5 Dinners*(D). For departures during the Military Tattoo period (July 27 – August 17), there are 4 dinners instead, due to the show schedule. Regarding the Isle of Skye, the only listed sightseeing stop is Armadale Castle; no other Skye attractions are included in this itinerary.
B
Becky
Asked on March 23rd, 2025
I have celiac disease how do they accommodate for my eating issue
Meals
- CIE ToursOperator•Written March 2025
  If you have dietary restrictions, we can put in a request on your booking. While hotels throughout Europe offer a wide variety of foods, we cannot guarantee all requests and it is a good idea to double check once you are in your tour hotel. A full hot breakfast with a wide variety of selections is included at your hotel each morning. Lunch is sometimes included, but more often you will be at leisure to go where you like. Many dinners are included where you will eat with your group either in the hotel or at a local restaurant. All included dinners are three-course meals with a choice of appetizer, entrée and dessert, with tea or coffee included. Most hotels and restaurants feature a good assortment of poultry, meat, fish and vegetarian options and you will be given choices at all meals. Depending on your meal and the tour, wine or beer may be included or will be available for purchase. For lunches or dinners where you will be dining independently, your Tour Director can give you tips on options in your location.
S
Stephanie
Asked on January 31st, 2025
Are wheeled luggage allowed on the tour?
Tour Details
Transport
- CIE ToursOperator•Written February 2025
  Wheeled luggage is permitted, but each person is allowed one suitcase and it must weigh less than 50 lbs. and measure approx. 30 x 20 x 10 inches.
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Anthony
Asked on December 2nd, 2024
How should I prepare for varying weather conditions?
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- CIE ToursOperator•Written December 2024
  Dressing in layers provides most comfort as you can shed and add items when the temperatures fluctuate.
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Gunter
Asked on October 28th, 2024
What is the deposit for the Scottish Dream 8-day tour?
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Price / Availability
- CIE ToursOperator•Written October 2024
  The deposit for the tour will be $250.00 per person.
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Sabrina
Asked on August 31st, 2024
Are reservations needed for additional nights before the tour starts?
Accommodation
- CIE ToursOperator•Written August 2024
  Yes, reservations for additional nights need to be made in advance and are subject to availability.
L
Lucie
Asked on August 18th, 2024
What is the typical cost for a taxi from our hotel in Edinburgh to the airport?
Accommodation
Transport
- CIE ToursOperator•Written August 2024
  You may purchase a private taxi for $37 on the last day of your tour.
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Beth
Asked on July 31st, 2024
Is there any flexibility or any way I can make that trip? The only flight i can get is scheduled to land at 1:25 pm that day.
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- CIE ToursOperator•Written August 2024
  We recommend coming in a night earlier so you can begin with the tour at 2pm the first day. If that is not possible, we advise to meet up with the tour when they arrive back to the hotel that night.

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Scottish Dream - 8 Days/7 Nights (16 destinations)

Itinerary

Glasgow

Included Activities

Loch Lomond - Inveraray Castle - Ballachulish

Included Activities

Isle of Skye - Loch Ness

Included Activities

Culloden Battlefield - Sheepdog Trials

Included Activities

Blair Castle - Blair Athol Distillery - Pitlochry

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Glamis Castle - St Andrews - Edinburgh

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Edinburgh

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Edinburgh

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