Could you please confirm if transfers are available for this tour, or if there's an airport shuttle service for pick-up and drop-off?

Yes, CIE can offer transfers to and from the airport. On the day the tour starts, arrival group transfers depart Edinburgh airport at 8am, 10am or 12 noon. On the day the tour ends, we can offer a transfer voucher for a taxi.

Are there pre-departure instructions?

Yes, a pre-departure kit with all necessary trip instructions and tips will be issued post booking.

What are the travel document requirements?

It is the traveler's responsibility to carry valid identification and obtain necessary visas.

Is transportation provided during the tour?

Transportation like private or group airport transfers can be arranged at additional costs.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Guests are permitted to bring a manual foldable wheelchair but must be able to navigate coach steps unaided.

Is accommodations included in the tour price?

Yes, the tour price includes all accommodations and attractions listed.

Can meals be customized on the tour?

Meal preferences should be requested before departure to ensure accommodations can be made.

What does the tour price cover?

The pricing covers accommodation, entry to attractions listed, some meals, and in some instances, a private guide.

Can we request a personalized adventure?

Yes, we can provide a quote once the tour outline and dates are confirmed.

Is there only one dinner included? Are there any other meals included with this package?

There are 4 breakfasts and 3 dinners included in this tour.

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Taste of Scotland - 5 Days/4 Nights

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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 26
Ages 9+

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Intro
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Day 1
Glasgow
Glasgow
Meals
Dinner (Welcome drink and dinner with your group)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Glasgow including George Square
- Visit Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Landmarks
George Square
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Day 2
Glasgow - Loch Lomond - Loch Ness - Nairn
Glasgow - Loch Lomond - Loch Ness - Nairn
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Muthu Newton Hotel)
Included Activities
- Drive alongside Loch Lomond
- Drive through Glencoe
- Cruise on Loch Ness
Landmarks
Loch Lomond
Rannoch Moor
Glencoe
Loch Ness
Day 3
Nairn - Blair Athol - St Andrews - Edinburgh
Nairn - Blair Athol - St Andrews - Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club)
Included Activities
- Tour Blair Athol Distillery with whisky tasting
- Panoramic drive of St Andrews
Optional Activities
- Independent exploration of St Andrews old city
Landmarks
Blair Athol Distillery
St Andrews
Day 4
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Scottish evening with dinner and traditional entertainment (or Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on August 4-25 departures))
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Edinburgh
- Walk along the Royal Mile
- Visit Edinburgh Castle with Scottish Crown Jewels
Landmarks
Princes Street
New Town Edinburgh
Royal Mile
Edinburgh Castle
Day 5
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
George Square
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Landmarks
Loch Lomond
Rannoch Moor
Glencoe
Loch Ness

Landmarks
Blair Athol Distillery
St Andrews

Landmarks
Princes Street
New Town Edinburgh
Royal Mile
Edinburgh Castle

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Where You'll Stay

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DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central
Hotel 4*
day 1
Muthu Newton Hotel
Hotel 4*
day 2
Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club
Hotel 4*
Days 3, 4

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Overall rating based on 62 Reviews

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Accommodation
4.3
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Valerie3.0•July 2025
The places visited were perfect for the whirlwind tour, and the hotels were lovely. The problem was the tour guide,...
The places visited were perfect for the whirlwind tour, and the hotels were lovely. The problem was the tour guide, who was unintelligible. He spoke too fast with his Scottish brogue and no one could understand what he was saying. It was highly frustrating. Thank god for the bus driver, Laurence, who would occasionally take over the mic when the guide wasn't around. The other complaint is that we were dropped off in both St. Andrews and Edinburgh for a number of hours without any guidance or a map and told just to meet the bus back at the drop off place. The wifi in the bus was VERY unreliable, as was the wifi in the hotels other than the Hilton in Glasgow.Show more
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Chris5.0•May 2024
This itinerary covered almost all points we wanted to see in Scotland. I would have liked to have had some time to...
This itinerary covered almost all points we wanted to see in Scotland. I would have liked to have had some time to stop at Culloden, but Heather did a nice job of explaining what happened there. Sam was an excellent driver and coordinator and Heather was a lovely guide.Show more
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Anne5.0•June 2023
It was a well run, well organized tour! Every detail is thought through and executed perfectly to make the...
It was a well run, well organized tour! Every detail is thought through and executed perfectly to make the experience a wonderful vacation for the guest! You feel very spoiled on this vacation... and very full! There is a lot of food in the meals provided, so you won't leave hungry! All the hotels were wonderful and beautiful to look at from the outside (the castle hotels). I would book another CIE tour down the road!Show more
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Karen5.0•June 2023
Was so very pleased with Sam and Becky, our tour guides, and with the planned experiences for the tour!
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Ms.5.0•June 2023
The hotels we stayed at were nice and the places we stopped at were very interesting. The real stars of the show...
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Carol4.0•June 2023
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed traveling with CIE Tours. We would definitely recommend you to our friends and...
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Ms.4.0•July 2023
Overall great experience. I enjoyed all the locations and adventure that were available on this trip. The tour guides...
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Ms.5.0•July 2023
As always a wonderful time. The tour was amazing.
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Daniel5.0•July 2023
Our recent Taste of Scotland tour was wonderful. We learned a lot; we had a great deal of fun; and we met several new...
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Alisa4.0•July 2023
Tour guide was very knowledgeable about the history of Scotland. Enjoyed that very much. The coach was comfortable...
Tour guide was very knowledgeable about the history of Scotland. Enjoyed that very much. The coach was comfortable and we had a great driver. Was disappointed with the substitution in place of Loch Ness ( which was canceled due to unforseen circumstances). I understand a quick decision had to be made, but the destination was underwhelming. I enjoyed our accommodations. However, would rather have stayed in Edinburgh proper as opposed to being out in the country. Nothing to do out there, so felt like we lost an evening of activity. I would also have liked a shorter time frame for the Castle and a little more free time in Edinburgh. Everything went smoothly and I would recommend CIE to friends.Show more
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Denise
Asked on May 25th, 2025
Could you please confirm if transfers are available for this tour, or if there's an airport shuttle service for pick-up and drop-off?
Flights / Transfers
- CIE ToursOperator•Written May 2025
  Yes, CIE can offer transfers to and from the airport. On the day the tour starts, arrival group transfers depart Edinburgh airport at 8am, 10am or 12 noon. On the day the tour ends, we can offer a transfer voucher for a taxi.
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  Denise
  Traveler•Written May 2025
  Do you offer hotel to airport in edinburgh? Would you be able to discount the tour price by removing the hotel price in Glasgow?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written May 2025
  The tour begins in Glasgow. You may choose to fly into either Glasgow (GLA) or Edinburgh (EDI); however, our shuttle transfer operates from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to the Glasgow hotel. We are unable to offer discounts for unused hotel nights included in the tour package.
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  Denise
  Traveler•Written May 2025
  What is the cost of the transfer from Ediburgh to the Airport?
- CIE ToursOperator•Written May 2025
  Capital Cars - Transfer from Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club to Edinburgh Airport $63 total
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Karin
Asked on January 4th, 2025
Are there pre-departure instructions?
Tour Details
- CIE ToursOperator•Written January 2025
  Yes, a pre-departure kit with all necessary trip instructions and tips will be issued post booking.
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Dana
Asked on December 23rd, 2024
What are the travel document requirements?
Visa
- CIE ToursOperator•Written December 2024
  It is the traveler's responsibility to carry valid identification and obtain necessary visas.
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Franziska
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Is transportation provided during the tour?
Transport
- CIE ToursOperator•Written December 2024
  Transportation like private or group airport transfers can be arranged at additional costs.
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Jasmin
Asked on November 16th, 2024
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
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- CIE ToursOperator•Written November 2024
  Guests are permitted to bring a manual foldable wheelchair but must be able to navigate coach steps unaided.
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Roland
Asked on September 19th, 2024
Is accommodations included in the tour price?
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  Yes, the tour price includes all accommodations and attractions listed.
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Franciscus
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Can meals be customized on the tour?
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- CIE ToursOperator•Written September 2024
  Meal preferences should be requested before departure to ensure accommodations can be made.
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Lydia
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What does the tour price cover?
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- CIE ToursOperator•Written August 2024
  The pricing covers accommodation, entry to attractions listed, some meals, and in some instances, a private guide.
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- CIE ToursOperator•Written February 2024
  Yes, we can provide a quote once the tour outline and dates are confirmed.
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Asked on February 7th, 2024
Is there only one dinner included? Are there any other meals included with this package?
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  There are 4 breakfasts and 3 dinners included in this tour.

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