Scottish Dream - 8 Days/7 Nights

Begin your Scottish adventure in the bustling city of Glasgow. Depart from your hotel at 2:00 PM for a panoramic tour of the city's highlights, including the red sandstone Victorian buildings, delightful parks, Glasgow Cathedral, and the River Clyde. Visit the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, home to an extensive and varied art collection. Enjoy a welcome drink with your tour director and fellow travelers. The evening is yours to explore and dine at your leisure.

Travel on the scenic 'Road to the Isles', stopping for photos at the Glenfinnan Monument. Take a ferry to the Isle of Skye to visit Armadale Castle, a romantic ruin surrounded by magnificent gardens. Back on the mainland, travel along the shores of Loch Ness. End the day at your hotel in Nairn, a lovely manor house set on spacious grounds near the North Sea.

A short distance from Nairn is the Culloden Battlefield where the British government forces defeated the army of Prince Charles Edward Stuart. Walk around the battlefield and the visitor center. Continue through majestic Highland scenery to a local farm for a demonstration of trained dogs herding sheep. Travel through the high peaks of the Grampian Mountains to your gracious manor-style hotel near Pitlochry.

Visit Blair Castle, home of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl. Delve into the history of Mary, Queen of Scots, Bonnie Prince Charlie, and how Queen Victoria's famous stay led to the creation of Europe's only private army, the Atholl Highlanders. Go behind the scenes at Blair Athol Distillery for a tour and sample of the finished product. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring the hotel gardens and museum or shopping in Pitlochry.

Travel through lush countryside to visit Glamis Castle, the legendary setting of 'Macbeth' and childhood home of the late Queen Mother. Head to St Andrews, the 'Home of Golf,' to see the famous Royal and Ancient Clubhouse and the Old Course. Enjoy free time to explore the medieval town. Head to your hotel near Edinburgh, where you will enjoy a Scottish evening with traditional food, music, and dancing.

Explore Edinburgh to compare and contrast the wide streets and elegant mansions of the Georgian 200-year-old 'New Town' with the narrow lanes and medieval townhouses along the Royal Mile, the oldest part of the city. Tour the imposing Edinburgh Castle with its splendid views of the city. The rest of the day is free for independent exploring, shopping, and dining.

Your tour ends after breakfast. We hope you've enjoyed your journey through the heart of Scotland and return home with unforgettable memories.