This morning we begin with a visit to The Palace of Holyroodhouse, the British monarch’s official Scottish residence, rich in history and architecture.  Next you will enjoy a guided walking tour of Edinburgh Old Town, the Royal Mile and Victoria Street. Your next visit will be to , Edinburgh Castle, Perched atop Castle Rock,  is a historic fortress and former royal residence, now a renowned museum. It houses the Honours of Scotland and offers panoramic city views.   Tonight, enjoy free time in Edinburgh.

• Overnight in Edinburgh 

Heading north towards Inverness, our day begins with a relaxing and unique forest walk at the spectacular Dunkeld Hermitage. Then you visit to Blair Castle & Gardens, home of Clan Murray for over 750 year. Afterward, a spot of lunch and some shooping in the quaint Victorian town of Pitlochry. We then continue north though the Cairngorm National Park with its magnificent granite mountains, where you have an opportunity to visit Dalwhinnie Distillery for a wee dram or two. Next you continue North to the capital of the Highlands, Inverness which will be your home for the night. 

• Overnight in Inverness

We begin our day with a city tour of Inverness, where your guide explains the rich and fascinating history of the Highland capital. Then, we visit the infamous and deeply moving Battlefield of Culloden of 1746, which changed the Highland way of life forever. Next, we explore the pre-historic Clava Cairns, otherworldly 4,000-year-old standing stones & ring cairns. You will now visit Cawdor Castle and Gardens a 14th century fortress with stunning gardens, In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy a beautiful round-trip driving tour of Loch Ness.

• Overnight in Inverness

We depart from Inverness towards the enchanting Isle of Skye. We’ll stop to visit one of the most beautiful castles in Scotland, the 13th-century Eilean Donan Castle before crossing the dramatic bridge over to Skye. Delve into the Isle of Skye’s iconic landmarks, including Kilt Rock, the Old Man of Storr, and Lealt Falls. We finish the day with a browse through Portree’s harbor shops then catch a ferry back to the mainland in the evening where you spend the evening in the charming little harbor town of Mallaig 

• Overnight in Mallaig

Our journey today takes us eastward to the shores of beautiful Loch Shiel, stopping at the impressive Glenfinnan Monument and Viaduct. Experience Fort William, shadowed by the UK’s tallest mountain, then we drive through the mighty and majestic Glen Coe valley, culminating the day at the vibrant port town of Oban.

• Overnight in Oban

Today we enjoy a day trip to the beautiful Isles of Mull and Iona, a little under one hour sailing from Oban. Our day can take us northward to the charming town of Tobermory, known for its vibrant, color-drenched houses that ring the peaceful bay. The journey has wonderful views of the mainland across the Sound of Mull and passes through the villages of Salen and Aros. You will then take the ferry back to Oban where you stay this evening

• Overnight in Oban

This morning we embark from Oban and travel through stunning Highland Perthshire and the serene Glenlyon area—aptly termed “Scotland’s loveliest glen” by Sir Walter Scott. Later, we visit Stirling where Stirling Castle sits proudly on a volcanic crag, one of the most important and historic castles in Scotland. We conclude our journey at the magnificent Kelpies Monument, a tribute to Scotland’s Clydesdale horses.

• Overnight near Edinburgh Airport

Depart Edinburgh Airport for Home.