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Discover Scotland (Glasgow to Edinburgh) (2025)

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From Glasgow to Edinburgh
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 44
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Overnight Flight

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Maldron Hotel)
  2. Day 2

    Glasgow

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner at National Piping Centre farm-to-table restaurant)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ballachulish Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Bagpipe demonstration and lesson at National Piping Centre
    • Welcome dinner at National Piping Centre farm-to-table restaurant

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Glasgow at leisure
    Landmarks
    National Piping Centre
  3. Day 3

    Glasgow to Ballachulish

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ballachulish Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour and tasting at local whisky distillery

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in nearby town (free time)
    Landmarks
    Loch Linnhe
  4. Day 4

    Isle of Skye

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Pentland Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Ferry ride to Isle of Skye
    • Local guide introduction to Isle of Skye history and culture
    • Exploration time in Portree
    • Scenic drive along Road to the Isles
    Landmarks
    Isle of Skye
    Portree
    Broadford
    Skye Bridge
  5. Day 5

    Highlands to Thurso

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Pentland Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Urquhart Castle ruins
    • Cruise on Loch Ness
    Landmarks
    Great Glen
    Urquhart Castle
    Loch Ness
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  6. Day 6

    Orkney Islands

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Best Western Palace Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Ferry to Orkney Islands
    • Local guide introduction to Orkney Islands
    • Visit to Skara Brae Neolithic village
    • Visit to Standing Stones of Stenness
    • Exploration of Kirkwall
    Landmarks
    Orkney Islands
    Skara Brae
    Standing Stones of Stenness
    Kirkwall
  7. Day 7

    Highlands to Inverness

    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Radisson Blu)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Dunrobin Castle
    • Visit to Culloden Battlefield
    Landmarks
    Dunrobin Castle
    Culloden Battlefield
  8. Day 8

    Highlands to Edinburgh

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Interactive cooking experience at premier culinary institution with Scottish whisky)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Radisson Blu)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to family-run Highlands farm with sheepdog demonstration
    • Interactive cooking experience at premier culinary institution with whisky

    Optional Activities

    • Leisure time to explore Pitlochry
    Landmarks
    Cairngorms National Park
    Pitlochry
  9. Day 9

    Edinburgh

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Edinburgh Castle
    • Panoramic tour of Edinburgh's New Town
    • Walking tour to Edinburgh Castle

    Optional Activities

    • Afternoon free time to explore Edinburgh
    Landmarks
    Edinburgh Castle
  10. Day 10

    Departure

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Maldron Hotel

    Hotel
    day 1

  • Ballachulish Hotel

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    Days 2, 3

  • Pentland Hotel

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    Days 4, 5

  • Best Western Palace Hotel

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    day 6

  • Radisson Blu

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    Days 7, 8

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  • A
    June 5th, 2025
    Although I thought we spend more time on the bus and not enough time exploring the cities and attractions, I enjoyed...
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    Traveled in April 2025
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  • A
    June 5th, 2025
    The tour provided a good representation of Scotland past and present. I especially liked the visit to the farm to see...
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  • A
    June 5th, 2025
    Working sheep farm was my favorite. Edinburgh Castle was amazing also. Not enough free time on our own to explore....
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    Traveled in April 2025
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  • A
    June 5th, 2025
    Specifically picked this trip because it was a level 2 trip. There was also a level 3 tour available. However it was...
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  • A
    June 5th, 2025
    Fabulous tour guide and driver. They did their jobs very professionally and safe.
    Traveled in April 2025
    Review collected by Collette
  • C
    May 22nd, 2024
    Led by Rosario
    The tour director, the driver was fantastic. Colette did a good job. Hotels were great. The only issue we had was the...
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    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: Collette
    Thank you for submitting your feedback regarding your Discover Scotland program. We are happy you enjoyed the services provided by your Collette tour manager. All feedback is encouraged as it allows us the opportunity to identify areas of concern and strive to make the necessary enhancements. We hope to have the opportunity in welcoming you again on a future Collette tour! Sincerely, Collette's Traveler Relations Team
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  • P
    June 15th, 2023
    We saw a lot of Scotland which meant a lot of time on the bus, but it was broken up nicely with rest stops and the...
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    Traveled in June 2023
  • G
    September 17th, 2020
    Tour was postponed due to COVID-19. Haven't heard back as to when it will be rescheduled yet.
    Traveled in September 2020
  • B
    April 19th, 2019
    Fabulous itinerary, something for everyone, our tour guide Michelle, was outstanding in all aspects,,,, were very...
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    Traveled in April 2019
  • A
    April 18th, 2019
    From start to finish, our tour guide Michelle was 5+++++ , wonderfully informative, fabulous organizational skills,...
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    Adam

    Asked on September 11th, 2025

    Do hotels have elevators?

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    • ColletteOperator•Written September 2025

      Most modern hotels, especially those with three or more floors, are required by law to have elevators for accessibility.

  • J

    Jennifer

    Asked on September 9th, 2025

    Do you help arrange the international flights to and from the United States to Scotland?

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    • ColletteOperator•Written September 2025

      While TourRadar specializes in connecting you with incredible tours, we do not book flights directly. However, you can visit tourradar.com/flights to explore flight options through our reliable partner, Kiwi.

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    Kathryn

    Asked on May 16th, 2025

    How much walking is involved? Also if someone chooses not to walk with group will they be able to catch up later with the group?

    Tour Details
    • ColletteOperator•Written May 2025

      To address your immediate inquiry, regarding the activity level of our tour.

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    Lawrence

    Asked on May 9th, 2025

    Is there any portion of the tour that travel is done by rail?

    Transport
    • ColletteOperator•Written May 2025

      This tour on its own does not offer any train component. The only time a train is involved is the departure/end date for the 3-Night London Extension, which is available to add to this itinerary on select dates. Otherwise, all travel is done primarily by motor coach (modern bus or van) and a couple of ferry rides between destinations.

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    Kristina

    Asked on March 10th, 2025

    Can you tell me the activity level of the Discover Scotland Glasgow to Edinburgh tour? also, what is needed to book?

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    Tour Details
    • ColletteOperator•Written March 2025

      The overall activity level of this tour is a level 2. This means you like a balanced approach to travel. Walking two to three miles over the course of a day is no problem for you. You can handle a variety of terrains, from cobblestone streets to moderate hills with relative ease and without assistance. You can climb two flights of stairs with ease. Expect some full days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. You can handle altitudes up to 6,000 feet.

    • K

      Kristina

      Traveler•Written March 2025

      You offer a 10% discount on the date we are interested in 4/20/2026, does that require full payment up front? or can we still pay the balance by next January?

    • ColletteOperator•Written March 2025

      You will only be required to pay the deposit. Full balance will be due 90 days before departure.

    • K

      Kristina

      Traveler•Written March 2025

      Even with the 10% discount?

    • ColletteOperator•Written March 2025

      Yes, that is correct even with a discount.

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