Scotland: Land of Lore & Legend (Glasgow to Edinburgh) (2024)

Begin your journey in the beautiful country of Scotland, a land of rolling green hills, rugged coastlines, and legendary tales. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and warm hospitality of the Scottish people.

Welcome to Glasgow, a city teeming with art, music, and history. Experience the city's diverse architecture, interact with the friendly locals, and immerse yourself in its rich traditions. Settle into your hotel and join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.

Delve deeper into Glasgow's rich culture with a guided tour of the city's historic sites and museums. Visit George Square, Provands Lordship, Glasgow Cathedral, Blythswood Square, and the Science Centre. After lunch, choose between the Kelvingrove Art Gallery or the Riverside Museum for an afternoon of art and history.

Leave the city behind and journey to the serene Loch Lomond. Visit a local farm, witness a traditional sheepdog demonstration, and explore the charming village of Luss. Continue to Auchindrain to learn about Scotland's rural history before settling into your hotel in Loch Melfort, where you'll spend the next three nights.

Embark on a guided walking tour of Oban, known as the 'Gateway to the Isles.' Discover the history of McCaig's Tower and explore the scenic harborside town. Enjoy some free time to sample local seafood before returning to your hotel in Loch Melfort.

Set sail from Oban to the picturesque Isle of Mull, the largest of the Inner Hebridean Islands. Continue to the Isle of Iona, a historic religious center, and visit the tranquil Iona Abbey. Return to Oban and your hotel in Loch Melfort.

Experience the geological wonders of the Highlands. Visit the National Nature Reserve in Glencoe and the legendary Loch Ness. Explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle before settling into your hotel in Inverness, the capital of the Highlands.

Cruise Moray Firth, travel up the Beauly Firth to the Caledonian Canal, and then back out to Munlochy Bay. Keep an eye out for local wildlife. Visit Culloden Battlefield and learn about the battle that changed Scotland's history. Return to Inverness for some leisure time.

Visit Blair Castle & Gardens, the ancestral home of Clan Murray. Continue to Bamff Ecotourism to learn about the reintroduction of wild beavers to Scotland. End the day in Dundee, a vibrant city on the banks of the River Tay.

Choose between a visit to Discovery Point, home to the ship that took Scott and Shackleton to Antarctica, or the V&A Dundee, Scotland's acclaimed design museum. Continue to Scotland's capital, Edinburgh, where you can opt for a night of traditional Scottish food, song, and dance.

Start the day with a tour of Edinburgh led by a guide from Invisible Cities, a social enterprise that trains people affected by homelessness. Visit Edinburgh Castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure, perhaps visiting the Royal Yacht Britannia. End the day with a whisky-inspired farewell dinner.

Bid farewell to Scotland as you depart for home, taking with you the memories of a truly unforgettable journey.