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Scottish Isles & Glens - 13 Days/12 Nights (including Brough of Birsay)

13 days

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From Glasgow to Edinburgh

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The bus was very comfortable and the windows were quite large and provided a great view of the beautiful landscapes.
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Operator: CIE Tours
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 26 - 44
Ages 8+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Glasgow
Meals
Dinner (Dinner at hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel (Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Glasgow's Victorian and Art Nouveau architecture
- Welcome drink with group
Day 2
Glasgow to Isle of Bute
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel)
Included Activities
- Ferry to Isle of Bute
- Guided tour of Mount Stuart House
- Time in Rothesay
Landmarks
Mount Stuart House
Day 3
Loch Lomond - Glencoe - Eilean Donan Castle
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Balmacara Hotel)
Included Activities
- Travel along Loch Lomond
- Journey through Glencoe
- Visit Eilean Donan Castle
Landmarks
Loch Lomond
Glencoe
Eilean Donan Castle
Day 4
Isle of Skye - Dunvegan Castle - Portree
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Balmacara Hotel)
Included Activities
- Explore Isle of Skye
- Tour Dunvegan Castle
- Photo opportunities at Kilt Rock
- Visit Portree
Landmarks
Dunvegan Castle
Kilt Rock
Portree
Day 5
Inverewe Gardens - Gairloch
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Gairloch Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Inverewe Gardens
- Wildlife viewing opportunities
Landmarks
Inverewe Gardens
Day 6
North Coast 500 - Ullapool - Kylesku Bridge - Orkney
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch near Kylesku Bridge)
Accommodation
Hotel (Ayre Hotel)
Included Activities
- Drive along North Coast 500 route
- Visit Ullapool
- Lunch near Kylesku Bridge
- Stop near Tongue
- Ferry to Orkney Islands
Landmarks
Kylesku Bridge
Ullapool
Day 7
Orkney - Ring of Brodgar - Skara Brae - St Magnus Cathedral
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Ayre Hotel)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive around north of main Orkney island
- Visit Earl's Palace at Birsay
- Visit Skara Brae
- Explore Skaill House
- Visit Ring of Brodgar
- Visit St Magnus Cathedral
Landmarks
Skara Brae
Skaill House
Ring of Brodgar
St Magnus Cathedral
Earl's Palace at Birsay
Day 8
Churchill Barriers - Italian Chapel - Dunrobin Castle - Strathpeffer
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Highland Hotel)
Included Activities
- Drive across Churchill Barriers
- Visit Italian Chapel
- Visit Dunrobin Castle
- Explore Dunrobin Castle gardens
Landmarks
Churchill Barriers
Italian Chapel
Dunrobin Castle
Day 9
Loch Ness - Culloden Battlefield - Sheepdog Demonstration
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Crieff Hydro Hotel)
Included Activities
- Scenic cruise along Caledonian Canal
- Visit Loch Ness
- Visit Culloden Battlefield
- Sheepdog demonstration at sheep farm
Landmarks
Loch Ness
Culloden Battlefield
Day 10
Glenturret Distillery - Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Scottish evening with traditional dinner and lively entertainment (August 1-17 departures have evening to explore and dine independently))
Accommodation
Hotel (Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Glenturret Distillery
- Whisky tasting
Optional Activities
- Scottish evening with traditional dinner and entertainment (not included for August 1-17 departures)
Landmarks
Glenturret Distillery
Day 11
Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel)
Included Activities
- Explore Edinburgh's Georgian New Town
- Explore Royal Mile
- Tour Edinburgh Castle
- View Scottish Crown Jewels
Optional Activities
- Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on Castle Esplanade (included for August 1-17 departures only)
Landmarks
Edinburgh Castle
Royal Mile
Day 12
Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel)
Included Activities
- Hop-On, Hop-Off bus access
Day 13
Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Mount Stuart House

Landmarks
Loch Lomond
Glencoe
Eilean Donan Castle

Landmarks
Dunvegan Castle
Kilt Rock
Portree

Landmarks
Inverewe Gardens

Landmarks
Kylesku Bridge
Ullapool

Landmarks
Skara Brae
Skaill House
Ring of Brodgar
St Magnus Cathedral
Earl's Palace at Birsay

Landmarks
Churchill Barriers
Italian Chapel
Dunrobin Castle

Landmarks
Loch Ness
Culloden Battlefield

Landmarks
Glenturret Distillery

Landmarks
Edinburgh Castle
Royal Mile

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Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel
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Balmacara Hotel
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Gairloch Hotel
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day 5
Ayre Hotel
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Highland Hotel
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day 8
Crieff Hydro Hotel
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day 9
Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel
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Traveler Reviews

4.5

Overall rating based on 137 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
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Guide
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Accommodation
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Food
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Tour Operator
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Cecilia Brown Thomas
May 9th, 2023
5
Our tour was about as perfect as we could imagine! Not only was it well-organized in ways that allowed us to maximize...
Our 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 more
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Lynne Maree Acland
May 15th, 2023
4
The tour guide and driver were terrific, although there could have been a bit more commentary on the bus, some of the...
The 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 more
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Mr. John Paul Moulton
June 11th, 2023
5
Had a great time in Scotland!
Traveled in May 2023
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Sherree Sue Ecker
June 18th, 2023
4
Loved the tour. Saw a lot and learned a lot from our guide. Bus driver was awesome and we always felt safe.
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Ms. Abigail Mee
June 23rd, 2023
4
My tour guide, Di Keddie, and my driver, Gordon, were both extraordinarily kind, welcoming, fun, and informative. Do...
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Ms. Nancy Irene Bass
June 23rd, 2023
5
CIE left me with only one requirement - to enjoy everything I came to see
Traveled in May 2023
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Linda Ann Kelly
June 23rd, 2023
4
Wonderful itinerary highlighted some beautiful sights
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Steven Richard Pfann
June 24th, 2023
5
The tour was great, all the stops were enjoyable. Some hotels were a little uncomfortable
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David Michael Lombardo
June 24th, 2023
4
In general, it was Good touring experience. Tour director, Anita, was organized, friendly and very knowledgeable....
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Mrs. Susan Kiley
June 24th, 2023
4
CIE tour guide and bus driver were superb! Graham Bruce is highly knowledgeable and thoughtful. Gordon is an...
CIE 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 more
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- CIE ToursOperator•Written September 2025
  The CIE Tours All-In Inclusive Advantage means that all breakfast and most meals are included in the total cost of your tour and your itinerary will clearly note which meals are included on each day. Included Meals are indicated on the end of each itinerary day as B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner

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Scottish Isles & Glens - 13 Days/12 Nights (including Brough of Birsay)

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