Itinerary
- Day 1
Glasgow
Your tour starts at 2:00 PM with a panoramic drive through central Glasgow, where you'll see red sandstone Victorian buildings, parks, and Glasgow Cathedral while learning about the River Clyde's shipbuilding past. After that, you head to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum to walk through its art collections. In the evening, you'll have a welcome drink with your tour director and fellow travelers before heading out to find dinner on your own.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (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
You'll board a cruise on Loch Lomond and take in its views from the water. After some time wandering around Inveraray, you grab lunch on your own, then get a guided tour of Inveraray Castle, which appeared in 'Downton Abbey.' From there, you'll drive across Rannoch Moor and through Glencoe before reaching Ballachulish for the night, positioned on the shore of Loch Leven.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (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
The day takes you through the Highlands and across the bridge to the Isle of Skye. You'll stop at Sligachan for lunch with views of the Cuillin Hills and check out the Sligachan Old Bridge, known for its legend about magical waters. Later, you pause to photograph Eilean Donan Castle before driving along Loch Ness's shores to reach your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Sligachan with stunning views of the Cuillin Hills), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (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
Near Nairn, you'll spend time at Culloden Battlefield, where you walk around the grounds and visitor center to learn about the British government forces' victory over Prince Charles Edward Stuart's army. Next, you head to a local farm to watch trained dogs herding sheep and see how farmers work with these highly-skilled animals. The afternoon involves driving through the Grampian Mountains' high peaks on your way to the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (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
You'll tour Blair Castle, home of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl, and learn about its connections to Mary Queen of Scots, Bonnie Prince Charlie, and Queen Victoria's visit, which led to Europe's only private army, the Atholl Highlanders. After that, you go behind the scenes at Blair Athol Distillery for a tour and taste the finished product. The afternoon is yours to relax at the hotel or shop in Pitlochry or Crieff.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (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
You travel through lush countryside to Glamis Castle, the legendary setting of 'Macbeth' and childhood home of the late Queen Mother, where you'll see priceless artifacts and furnishings throughout the rooms. Later, you have free time in St Andrews, the 'Home of Golf,' to explore the Royal and Ancient Clubhouse, the Old Course, and the medieval town itself. After reaching your hotel near Edinburgh, you'll enjoy a Scottish evening with traditional food, music, and dancing (though August 2-23 departures have the evening free to explore and dine independently).
- 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 (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
You'll explore Edinburgh's contrasts, starting with the wide streets and elegant mansions of the 200-year-old Georgian New Town, then moving to the narrow lanes and medieval townhouses of the Royal Mile in the oldest part of the city. A tour of Edinburgh Castle gives you splendid views across the city. The rest of the day is free for independent exploring, shopping, and dining. Note that August 2-23 departures get to see the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the Castle Esplanade.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (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
Your tour ends after breakfast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
