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- Platinum Operator
- CIE Tours
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- 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 10 - 26
- Ages 9+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Tour Glasgow's Victorian architecture
- Visit Mount Stuart House on Isle of Bute
- Explore Eilean Donan Castle's romantic site
- See Dunvegan Castle on the Isle of Skye
- Discover Neolithic Orkney and Skara Brae
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Glasgow Arrival
- Day 2 Isle of Bute & Mount Stuart House
- Day 3 Loch Lomond & Eilean Donan Castle
- Day 4 Isle of Skye, Dunvegan Castle & Portree
- Day 5 Inverewe Gardens & Gairloch
- Day 6 Ullapool, North Coast 500 & Ferry to Orkney
- Day 7 Orkney Sights, Ring of Brodgar, Skara Brae & St Magnus Cathedral
- Day 8 Italian Chapel & Dunrobin Castle
- Day 9 Loch Ness Cruise, Culloden Battlefield & Sheepdog Demonstration
- Day 10 Whisky Tasting & Scottish Evening
- Day 11 Edinburgh Panoramic Tour & Edinburgh Castle
- Day 12 Tour Ends in Edinburgh
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel
HotelDays 1, 2Balmacara Hotel
HotelDays 3, 4Gairloch Hotel
Hotelday 5Ayre Hotel
HotelDays 6, 7Highland Hotel
Hotelday 8Crieff Hydro Hotel
Hotelday 9Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel
HotelDays 10, 11
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Group of 26 travelers max.
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
Traveler Moments
Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodExcellent
- ACecilia Brown Thomas· May 9th, 2023Our tour was about as perfect as we could imagine! Not only was it well-organized in ways that allowed us to maximize the diverse, incredible sites and events each day, we were also blessed with an outstanding tour guide -- Linda -- who provided a wealth of knowledge about Scotland and kept us spellbound and laughing each day! We're still amazed that 24 strangers from all over the U.S. (plus Australia) could spend such concentrated time together with absolutely no conflicts and feel like old friends by the end of the tour! Our AAA travel agent said CIE Tours is her favorite group to work with and now we understand why!Show moreTrip date: April 2023Review collected by CIE Tours
- ALynne Maree Acland· May 15th, 2023The tour guide and driver were terrific, although there could have been a bit more commentary on the bus, some of the long drives needed something. I would not recommend a single traveller to book paying single supplement. Single supplement is expensive but singles are given dreadful rooms at some of the hotels. Treated like we are the left overs whilst couples got lovely rooms. Some of the hotels that CIE use are not good. Ayre Hotel at Kirkwall was dreadful as was the Columba in Inverness.Show moreTrip date: April 2023Review collected by CIE Tours
- AMr. John Paul Moulton· June 11th, 2023Had a great time in Scotland!Show moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by CIE Tours
- ASherree Sue Ecker· June 18th, 2023Loved the tour. Saw a lot and learned a lot from our guide. Bus driver was awesome and we always felt safe.Show moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by CIE Tours
- AMs. Abigail Mee· June 23rd, 2023My tour guide, Di Keddie, and my driver, Gordon, were both extraordinarily kind, welcoming, fun, and informative. Do have great commentary everyday and Gordon was an incredible driver. Any problem was solved quickly and easily. They gave great recommendations for food or activities and truly made my trip more enjoyable.Show moreTrip date: June 2023Review collected by CIE Tours
- AMs. Nancy Irene Bass· June 23rd, 2023CIE left me with only one requirement - to enjoy everything I came to seeShow moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by CIE Tours
- ALinda Ann Kelly· June 23rd, 2023Wonderful itinerary highlighted some beautiful sightsShow moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by CIE Tours
- ASteven Richard Pfann· June 24th, 2023The tour was great, all the stops were enjoyable. Some hotels were a little uncomfortableShow moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by CIE Tours
- ADavid Michael Lombardo· June 24th, 2023In general, it was Good touring experience. Tour director, Anita, was organized, friendly and very knowledgeable. Some of the hotels, were below expectations and a few of the included dinners, especially the Novotel in Glasgow were sub standard and mundane.Show moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by CIE Tours
- AMrs. Susan Kiley· June 24th, 2023CIE tour guide and bus driver were superb! Graham Bruce is highly knowledgeable and thoughtful. Gordon is an excellent driver and is highly skilled at navigating some pretty narrow roadways. The itinerary was very good and aligned with our interest of the Highlands & Isles and Scottish history/culture. A couple of the hotels left A LOT to be desired. Namely..Novatel in Glascow (not near anything of true interest or decent restaurants, youths outside all night yelling and racing motor bikes, sounded drunk, dingy & depressing rooms with a very dangerous climb up shower on a platform, crowded dining w other tours & not so good food); Columba in Inverness was filthy. We literally had to ask for toilet paper & there was no room service. Lightshade over bed was covered in dust, triggering allergies/sleepless nights. In both of these locations there were DoubleTree & Marriott hotels. Other people I know have stayed in Glascow & Inverness and confirmed we could have done better.Show moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by CIE Tours
Dates & Availability
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- 1 Other Unavailable Departure
- From Saturday25 Apr, 2026To Wednesday6 May, 2026EnglishFilling FastCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:US $4,495 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Saturday2 May, 2026To Wednesday13 May, 2026EnglishAlmost Sold OutCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:US $4,795 per personMultiple Room Types
- 1 Other Unavailable Departure
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday18 May, 2026To Friday29 May, 2026EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:US $4,795 per personMultiple Room Types
- 1 Other Unavailable Departure
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Saturday30 May, 2026To Wednesday10 Jun, 2026EnglishFilling FastThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:US $4,795 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Saturday6 Jun, 2026To Wednesday17 Jun, 2026EnglishAlmost Sold OutFrom:US $5,845 per personMultiple Room Types
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Zoe
Asked on November 28th, 2025Could you please advise if you still have availability for 4 travellers in 2 double rooms?
CIE ToursOperator•Written November 2025Yes, we still have space for four travelers, two separate rooms, on the Scottish Isles & Glens - 12 Days/11 Nights departing on Mon, May 18, 2026!
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Fred
Asked on December 20th, 2024How many people are in a typical group on the tour?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written December 2024
Our tours typically have a maximum of 44 participants, depending on the specific tour.
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Rene
Asked on November 26th, 2024What happens if I want to change my tour dates after booking?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written November 2024
Changes can be made based on availability, and there may be a $50 amendment fee if it's before final payment.
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Maryline
Asked on October 30th, 2024What is the cost for a pre-night stay at the hotel before the tour?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written October 2024
The price for a pre-night is $211.00.
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Evelyn
Asked on August 17th, 2024What are the payment options available?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written August 2024
Payments can be made via credit card or bank transfer, and all pricing is typically in USD.
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Riad Atlas
Asked on May 29th, 2024Can you help with booking flights from Calgary to Glasgow?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written May 2024
We have contracted rates with airlines, and can assist you with pricing.
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Romy
Asked on May 7th, 2024How do I confirm if the tour is going ahead?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written May 2024
The tour date is listed as a guaranteed departure.
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Colin
Asked on March 28th, 2024What documents are needed to enter the country?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written March 2024
Visa requirements vary by nationality; it's best to check the specific entry requirements for your country.
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Emilio
Asked on March 19th, 2024Are meals included during the tour?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written March 2024
Meals may vary by itinerary, please check your specific tour details for inclusions.
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Caitlin
Asked on October 31st, 2023How easy is it to change the dates once booked and a deposit is paid? Also, if I do change the dates, is there a fee? Following that, if I booked a more expensive travel date and then changed to a cheaper travel date, do I still owe the original price or is the cheaper price my new price?
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Caitlin
Traveler•Written November 2023Thank you for your response but can you still clarify your policy on the final question I asked. If I, or in this case my parents, booked a more expensive travel date and then changed to a cheaper travel date, do we still owe the original price or is the cheaper price the new price?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written November 2023
Only deposit is due once you have confirmed the reservation. Final payment would be due 70 days prior to departure. Before final payment when only the deposit is on the reservation you can change to an alternate tour with only an amendment fee of $50. This can be a tour of lesser cost per person. Once full payment is made, you would not be able to change to an alternate tour.
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