Discover Scotland Edinburgh
EDINBURG - INVERNESS - LOCH NESS - PLOCKTON - ISLE OF SKYE
TOUR INCLUSIONS
8 Days/7 Nights in boutique accommodation.
Experienced Blue-Roads Driver and Tour Leader.
Premium mini-coach transportation.
Ferry crossings.
Whisky tasting.
Daily full Scottish breakfast, 1 seafood lunch, 4 evening meals.
Entrance included to all attractions in the itinerary, including: Culloden, Iona Abbey and Nunnery, Duart Castle, Stirling Castle.
Package inclusions are subject to change.
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
Documents will be provided by Blue-Roads Touring, guests will receive an exchange voucher.
Departure/Drop Off Points:
Edinburgh to Edinburgh: The Principal Edinburgh, 19-21 George St, Edinburgh EH2 2PB.
Pick-up Time: 8:30am, Drop Off time: 6:00pm
Hotels can be changed without prior notice should the necessity arise, the alternative hotel will then be of the same standard.
Transfers to/from the airport are not included.
It requires a $200.00 USD non-refundable per person deposit in order to be confirmed.
All Blue-Roads tours require at least 6 participants.
A SCOTTISH JOURNEY
8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS
Towering mountains and enchanting lochs. Dramatic cliff-top castles and quaint villages. Infamous battles and gripping legends. This Scottish Journey takes us from coastal cities to Hebridean islands, seeking out one-of-a-kind landscapes, mesmerizing history and undeniable charm.
The Back-Roads Difference:
Enjoy private tours of some of Scotland’s most enigmatic castles ,Indulge in a whisky tasting ,Stay on the stunning Isle of Skye and the striking Isle of Mull.
TOUR ITINERARY
DAY 1: EDINBURG – ST ANDREWS – BALLATER
Old seafaring villages, mysterious ruins and a royal love story will welcome us to Scotland. You’ll begin by travelling past towering mountains and East Neuk fishing villages before arriving in St Andrews, a tiny town with a big reputation for world-class golf. The day will end with a delicious welcome dinner.
DAY 2: BALLATER – CAIRNGORMS NATIONAL PARK – CULLODEN – INVERNESS
The day will begin in dramatic fashion as you travel through the awe- inspiring scenery of Cairngorms National Park on the way to the historic tombs of Clava Cairns. After exploring the Visitor Centre at the Culloden Battlefield, the final stop of the day is Inverness, the heart of the Highlands.
DAY 3: INVERNESS
This morning, you’ll embark on a walking tour of Inverness. Then, the rest of the day is yours to enjoy.
DAY 4: INVERNESS – LOCH NESS – PLOCKTON – ISLE OF SKYE
First today: a short stop at Loch Ness. The pre-lunch entertainment will come in the form of a visit to Plockton, where painted cottages cluster around a little harbor. With the appetites for the outdoors whetted, you’ll sit down to a seafood lunch. Today’s final drive is to the Isle of Skye, where you’ll stay for two nights.
DAY 5: ISLE OF SKYE
Sensational landscapes, rare wildlife and imagination-firing history – the Isle of Skye delivers on every level. This is North Highland scenery on a grand scale! While here, you’ll immerse yourselves in the island’s unique geology, including the extraordinary Quiraing, Kilt Rock and Old Man of Storr.
DAY 6: ISLE OF SKYE – FORT WILLIAM – ISLE OF MULL
Continuing the journey through soul-stirring Scottish scenery, you’ll pass Fort William – a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts. Next, there’s a short ferry ride over to the Isle of Mull.
DAY 7: ISLE OF MULL – ISLE OF IONA – ISLE OF MULL
The best way to see the Hebrides is by island hopping. Today, you’ll do just that. From Mull’s little village of Fionnphort, you’ll set sail to Iona, where you’ll wander to Iona Abbey and Nunnery. When you return to Mull, you’ll pop the history hats on and peek inside Duart Castle, which offers grand staterooms and empty dungeons. This craggy fortress, clinging to a coastal cliff, is the oldest inhabited castle on the island. Later, you’ll return to the hotel to share a final group dinner together.
DAY 8: ISLE OF MULL – STIRLING – EDINBURGH
Taking to the sea once again, you’ll return to the mainland. It’s been a tour that’s delved deep into Scotland’s heritage, so it’s only right that you finish with a stop in Stirling. A drive through the Old Town will bring you to the magnificent hilltop castle. As one of Scotland’s most impressive and important monuments, it’s the perfect way to round off the tour before you make the way back to Edinburgh.