Do hotels have elevators?

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

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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?

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

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

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.

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

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.

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Discover Scotland (Glasgow to Edinburgh, 2026)

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From Glasgow to Edinburgh

4.0 (5 reviews)

Discover Scotland (Glasgow to Edinburgh, 2026) - Collette

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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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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 2 - 44
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Overnight Flight
Overnight Flight
Accommodation
Hotel (Maldron Hotel)
Day 2
Glasgow
Glasgow
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner at the National Piping Centre's farm-to-table restaurant)
Accommodation
Hotel (Ballachulish Hotel)
Included Activities
- Bagpipe demonstration and lesson at the National Piping Centre
- Welcome dinner at the National Piping Centre's farm-to-table restaurant
Optional Activities
- Explore Glasgow at leisure
Landmarks
National Piping Centre
Day 3
Glasgow to Ballachulish
Glasgow to Ballachulish
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Ballachulish Hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided tour and tasting at a local whisky distillery
Optional Activities
- Lunch in a nearby town
Landmarks
Loch Linnhe
Day 4
Ballachulish - Isle of Skye - Ballachulish
Ballachulish - Isle of Skye - Ballachulish
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Pentland Hotel)
Included Activities
- Journey to the Isle of Skye
- Local guide introduction and commentary about the island
- Explore Portree at leisure
- Scenic drive along the Road to the Isles
Landmarks
Isle of Skye
Portree
Broadford
Skye Bridge
Day 5
Ballachulish to Thurso
Ballachulish to Thurso
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Pentland Hotel)
Included Activities
- Travel through the Great Glen
- Visit the ruins of Urquhart Castle
- Cruise on Loch Ness
Landmarks
Great Glen
Urquhart Castle
Loch Ness
Day 6
Thurso to Orkney Islands to Thurso
Thurso to Orkney Islands to Thurso
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Best Western Palace Hotel)
Included Activities
- Ferry to the Orkney Islands
- Local guide introduction to the Orkney Islands
- Visit Skara Brae Neolithic village
- Visit the Standing Stones of Stenness
- Explore Viking Kirkwall
- Ferry return to mainland
Landmarks
Orkney Islands
Skara Brae
Standing Stones of Stenness
Kirkwall
Day 7
Thurso to Inverness
Thurso to Inverness
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Radisson Blu)
Included Activities
- Visit Dunrobin Castle
Optional Activities
- Visit Culloden Battlefield
- Visit Prickly Thistle's Rebel Row shop and talk about Highland tartan
Landmarks
Dunrobin Castle
Culloden Battlefield
Day 8
Inverness to Pitlochry to Edinburgh
Inverness to Pitlochry to Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Radisson Blu)
Included Activities
- Visit a family-run Highlands farm
- Watch sheepdog demonstrations
Optional Activities
- Explore Pitlochry at leisure
Landmarks
Cairngorms National Park
Pitlochry
Day 9
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Modern Scottish fare with a lively and interactive cooking experience at one of Scotland's premier culinary institutions with a dram of whisky)
Included Activities
- Visit Edinburgh Castle and view the Scottish Crown Jewels
- Panoramic tour of Edinburgh's New Town
- Walking tour to Edinburgh Castle
- Interactive cooking demonstration at a premier Scottish culinary institution
Landmarks
Edinburgh Castle
Day 10
Edinburgh
Edinburgh

Landmarks
National Piping Centre

Landmarks
Loch Linnhe

Landmarks
Isle of Skye
Portree
Broadford
Skye Bridge

Landmarks
Great Glen
Urquhart Castle
Loch Ness

Landmarks
Orkney Islands
Skara Brae
Standing Stones of Stenness
Kirkwall

Landmarks
Dunrobin Castle
Culloden Battlefield

Landmarks
Cairngorms National Park
Pitlochry

Landmarks
Edinburgh Castle

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Where You'll Stay

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Maldron Hotel
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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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Radisson Blu
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Overall rating based on 5 Reviews

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4.5

Carlene4.0•June 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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Betty4.0•June 2025
The tour provided a good representation of Scotland past and present. I especially liked the visit to the farm to see...
The tour provided a good representation of Scotland past and present. I especially liked the visit to the farm to see sheepdog at workand the cookery school both provided an authentic peak at the culture of Scotland.. The tour also provided an provide an opportunity to to see a variety of castles. I do not recommend the add on of the Scottish cultural experience. It felt like a cheap theme park show. Overall it was a memorable experience.Show more
Traveled in April 2025
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Deborah4.0•June 2025
Working sheep farm was my favorite. Edinburgh Castle was amazing also. Not enough free time on our own to explore....
Working sheep farm was my favorite. Edinburgh Castle was amazing also. Not enough free time on our own to explore. Ended up basically having to buy 2 airline tickets and a change ticket fee to go without taking the chance of getting a nice TSA agent to put me through since my name did not match my passport. Collette would not talk to me personally, Said correspondence had to go through my tour representative who wasn't much help either.Show more
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Colleen3.0•June 2025
Specifically picked this trip because it was a level 2 trip. There was also a level 3 tour available. However it was...
Specifically picked this trip because it was a level 2 trip. There was also a level 3 tour available. However it was conducted not as a level 2 but a level 3 tour. We started every morning at 7 and did not end til 8:30 in the evening. The tour guide added so many stops to see extra things that there was no leisure time or time to shop. Our time in Loch Bess was three minutes. Get off the boat and on the bus because of all the other stuff he included. I'm sure some people loved the extra stops, I was not one of them. Also had issues with food at one stop and cob webs in windows and hanging from fixtures at another stop.Show more
Traveled in April 2025
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Bonnie5.0•June 2025
Fabulous tour guide and driver. They did their jobs very professionally and safe.
Traveled in April 2025
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Carl5.0•May 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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Patricia5.0•June 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
Glenn1.0•September 2020
Tour was postponed due to COVID-19. Haven't heard back as to when it will be rescheduled yet.
Traveled in September 2020
Bruce4.5•April 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
Anonymous4.5•April 2019
From start to finish, our tour guide Michelle was 5+++++ , wonderfully informative, fabulous organizational skills,...
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Traveled in April 2019

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Adam
Asked on September 11th, 2025
Do hotels have elevators?
Accommodation
- 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?
Flights / Transfers
- 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.
L
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?
Operator
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.
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  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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