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Welcome to Scotland! Your adventure begins in Edinburgh, the birthplace of Harry Potter, overlooked by the famed Edinburgh Castle. You'll meet at the airport at 1:30 pm, then take a private transfer up into the rolling Highlands. Head to a local distillery for a whisky tasting, the perfect setting to break the ice with your new fellow travelers. After warming up from the whisky, head to your hotel for check-in and a welcome meeting with your leader. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner with your group.

Today is all about waterfalls and wildlife. After breakfast, enjoy an early morning stroll through the forest until you reach a hidden building among the trees overlooking a cascading waterfall. If the season's right, you can even spot leaping salmon here as they return upstream. After lunch, visit a wildlife reserve known for its ospreys, which nest here in the spring and summer. Tonight, you'll have a free evening to explore local restaurants and pubs.

This morning after breakfast, head to a local Highland castle, once known for having a private army. Continue north towards Cairngorms National Park and spend the afternoon at an outdoor folk museum, which illustrates Highland history with a unique collection of buildings through the centuries. Next, head to Inverness, the largest city and cultural capital of the Scottish Highlands. After an afternoon of exploring, enjoy dinner with your group.

This morning after breakfast, make your way to Loch Ness, the site of the famed beast. When you arrive, head out on a leisurely boat cruise and marvel at the huge freshwater loch. Then, visit the world's first rewilding centre and learn about the 250-year project to restore the lost forests of the Highlands. Learn about how they improve the landscape for humans and wildlife, and then head on to the west coast, near Argyll, where you'll spend the night.

This morning, enjoy breakfast and then take a short drive to the Bridge Over the Atlantic, an arched bridge from the 18th century that connects the mainland to the Isle of Seil. From the isle, jump on a ferry to Easdale, a Hebridean island with a population of just 50. This is home to the World Stone Skimming Championships, so after trying your hand at stone skimming, explore both small islands and soak in the serenity of the almost-untouched landscape. Return to the mainland, where you're free for dinner.

This morning, fuel up with breakfast and then head to Kilmartin Glen, one of the most significant prehistoric sites in the country. A private guide will take you around the site and teach you about the fascinating stories and history of this collection of tombs, cairns, and standing stones. Afterward, head south through Loch Lomond National Park and enjoy the stunning scenery of high peaks, expansive lochs, green hills, and a vast horizon. Arrive at your Feature Stay just outside of Edinburgh, a historic castle from 1480 on 40 acres of sprawling gardens and lush private grounds. Tonight is free to wander around the grounds and maybe grab dinner at the onsite bistro.

This morning, return to Edinburgh, Scotland's capital. When you arrive, go on an insightful tour of the city with a private local guide. When you've got your bearings, the rest of the day is free to spend as you wish. Maybe continue exploring the winding streets and narrow alleyways on foot, searching for hidden bars and iconic landmarks. Hit the designer stores along George Street or venture into Edinburgh Castle. Tonight, return to your Feature Stay and enjoy a farewell dinner with your fellow travelers.

This morning after breakfast, there are no activities planned. A transfer to Edinburgh city centre or Waverley Station is included. If you'd like to extend your stay and take a Harry Potter-themed walking tour or just explore the Old Town further, just speak to your booking agent.