8-Day Scotland at Leisure 2027 R
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Highlights
This is Scotland with texture. Begin in Edinburgh then head west for sea crossings and island history on Iona, Highland landscapes in Glencoe and a close look at life along the Caledonian Canal in Fort Augustus. Skye’s dramatic rock formations add a geological edge, while Culloden grounds you in the events of 1746. Between it all, create your own Harris Tweed handbag and taste Scotch whisky matched to your preferred flavor profile, finishing back in Edinburgh for a final shared toast.
- Edinburgh: Visit Edinburgh Castle to view the Scottish Crown Jewels, Mons Meg and other artifacts.
- Isle of Mull: Travel by ferry to Mull and on to Iona for a guided visit with your Travel Director. At Iona Abbey, learn how Columba founded a monastery here in 563 and how the site later became a Benedictine abbey around 1200. Visit the Abbey Museum for early medieval carved stones and crosses then continue to Reilig Odhrain, an ancient burial ground long linked with Scottish kings.
- Loch Ness: Soak up the scenery and hear intriguing tales of Nessie during a cruise on one of Scotland's most famous lakes.
- Edinburgh: View the Honours of Scotland up close: the crown, sceptre and sword of state, mainly dating from the 15th and 16th centuries. You’ll see these national symbols displayed within Edinburgh Castle’s collections, with interpretation that explains their use in monarchy and why they were carefully protected through periods of conflict.
- Falkirk: Stand in the shadow of the Kelpies, two towering horse-head sculptures rising 30 m (98 ft) above the Forth and Clyde Canal in Falkirk with your Travel Director. Learn how these striking steel structures celebrate Scotland’s horse-powered industrial past and local legend.
- Edinburgh: Get up close and personal with the culture and crafts of Scotland over an Islander Edinburgh Handbag Workshop, creating your very own Islander Harris Tweed® Handbag. Embrace the spirit of Scotland step–by–step as you select the body color of the bag, your favorite Harris Tweed® cloth lid and decorative strap. Once you’ve chosen the different components, construct your bag with a set of tools prepared for you. Take a piece of Edinburgh home with you in your very own bespoke Harris Tweed® Islander Handbag. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
- Aviemore: Rothiemurchus Estate is working to promote an appreciation of the special flora and fauna and wildlife of the highlands. Nestled in Cairngorm National Park, this estate encompasses 17,500 acres and has been in the care of the Grant family for over 500 years. On your Make Travel Matter experience, you will learn about the beautiful landscape and even meet some of the most adorable animals, like the hairy coos! Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 11 & 15: Sustainable Cities and Communities & Life on Land.
- Stirling: Visit Stirling Castle, dramatically set atop a volcanic crag above the city. One of Scotland’s most strategically important royal strongholds, it was the childhood home of Mary, Queen of Scots and the setting for the coronation of the infant James VI in 1567.
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Itinerary
Arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, built across a series of hills with the Old Town’s medieval closes and the Georgian New Town both recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Meet your Travel Director and set off on a stroll along the Royal Mile, tracing centuries of stories between Holyrood and the castle. Then climb to Edinburgh Castle, dramatically set on an extinct volcano, to explore its historic halls and sweeping views across the city’s rooftops and coastline. Inside, see the Honours of Scotland, the nation’s Crown Jewels, safeguarded here for generations. This evening, share dinner together and toast the start of your journey.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, to the north of England in the United Kingdom. Learn about the area's proud history at the National Museum of Scotland, and tour the Royal Yacht Britannia and Arthur's Seat.
Begin your day with MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at an Islander bag workshop where you’ll create your own Harris Tweed handbag, choosing from a range of cloth patterns then learning the steps that bring your piece together. Work with Harris Tweed, the iconic cloth woven in the Outer Hebrides, as you create a handbag you can use throughout your trip. Later, enjoy a Scotch whisky experience tailored to your tastes. Share what you enjoy most, from light and floral to rich and smoky, then sample whiskies matched to your preferred flavor profile while learning how cask type and ageing influence flavor.
Travel west from Edinburgh towards the Highlands, breaking the journey with two modern engineering icons. Pause for photos at The Kelpies, the 98 ft-high horse-head sculptures near Falkirk inspired by Scotland’s working horses. Nearby, see the Falkirk Wheel, the world’s only rotating boat lift, built to connect the Forth & Clyde Canal with the Union Canal. Continue to Stirling for a walking tour through the compact Old Town, hearing how this strategic crossing point shaped Scotland’s history. Later, arrive in Oban, known as the gateway to the Isles, then enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, to the north of England in the United Kingdom. Learn about the area's proud history at the National Museum of Scotland, and tour the Royal Yacht Britannia and Arthur's Seat.
Stirling, United Kingdom
Located in central Scotland, Stirling is a medieval city once known as a strategic "Gateway to the Highlands." Both historically fascinating and beautiful, Stirling offers visitors access the Stirling Castle, the Church of the Holy Rude, and more.
Oban, United Kingdom
Cross by ferry to the Isle of Mull then continue on to Iona, a small island with an outsized place in Scotland’s early Christian history. With your Travel Director, take in the island’s key sights then visit Iona Abbey, a center of worship for more than 1,000 years and still an active community today. Walk on to Reilig Odhrain, the ancient burial ground long associated with Scottish kings and clan chiefs, and learn how Iona became a place of pilgrimage. Return by ferry to Oban and enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Oban, United Kingdom
Isle of Mull, United Kingdom
Oban, United Kingdom
Travel onwards to Fort Augustus, pausing at the Glencoe Visitor Center for context on the glen’s geology, landscape and history. Join a ranger-led walk in the National Nature Reserve then visit a turf and creel house, a reconstruction that illustrates 17th-century Highland building methods and daily life. Later, cruise Loch Ness from the loch’s southern end, hearing how depth, folklore and landscape have shaped its reputation. Back in Fort Augustus, enjoy free time to explore the village and watch boats navigate the Caledonian Canal locks. Round off the day with dinner at your hotel, reflecting on Glencoe, Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal.
Oban, United Kingdom
Glencoe, United Kingdom
Loch Ness
One of the world's most famous lakes, Loch Ness is best known for the mythological creature said to be hidden in its waters. The legend is spurred on by the extreme murkiness of the water and depth of the lake.
Travel from Fort Augustus to the Isle of Skye for a full day of island scenery and local character. Cross to Skye and head for the Old Man of Storr, the best-known rock pinnacle on the Trotternish Ridge, shaped by ancient landslip and erosion. Your Travel Director shares what makes this landscape so distinctive, from basalt cliffs to sea-level views across the Sound of Raasay. Continue to Portree, Skye’s main town, where you’ll have time to explore the harbor area, browse local shops or find a cafe before returning to Fort Augustus for the night.
Loch Ness
One of the world's most famous lakes, Loch Ness is best known for the mythological creature said to be hidden in its waters. The legend is spurred on by the extreme murkiness of the water and depth of the lake.
Isle of Skye, United Kingdom
Loch Ness
One of the world's most famous lakes, Loch Ness is best known for the mythological creature said to be hidden in its waters. The legend is spurred on by the extreme murkiness of the water and depth of the lake.
Travel back to Edinburgh through the Cairngorms, a vast national park of high plateaux, pine forests and heather moorland. Stop at Culloden Visitor Center then walk the battlefield where the Jacobite Rising ended in 1746, with your Travel Director bringing the story into focus. Continue to Rothiemurchus for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on a Hairy Coo safari, meeting Highland cattle up close while learning how the estate balances land management, wildlife and local livelihoods. Later, arrive in Edinburgh for your final night. This evening, gather for dinner together and raise a glass to the journey you’ve shared.
Loch Ness
One of the world's most famous lakes, Loch Ness is best known for the mythological creature said to be hidden in its waters. The legend is spurred on by the extreme murkiness of the water and depth of the lake.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, to the north of England in the United Kingdom. Learn about the area's proud history at the National Museum of Scotland, and tour the Royal Yacht Britannia and Arthur's Seat.
As your journey comes to an end, say goodbye to your Travel Director and fellow travelers. Take a final moment to reflect on Scotland’s layered history and landscapes, from island crossings and Highland glens to Edinburgh’s storied streets.
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, to the north of England in the United Kingdom. Learn about the area's proud history at the National Museum of Scotland, and tour the Royal Yacht Britannia and Arthur's Seat.
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- DAY 1: Complimentary arrival transfers depart Edinburgh Airport (EDI) at 08:30, 11:00 and 13:00 on the first day of the tour. Guests should arrive at least 2 hours before the last transfer time. Guests meet their Travel Director at approximately 14:00 for a private walking tour of the city, a visit to Edinburgh Castle and Welcome Dinner. Please be aware when booking your flights.
- DAY 8: Complimentary departure transfers arrive at Edinburgh Airport (EDI) on the last day of the tour at 07:00, 09:00 and 10:30. Flights to depart after 10:00. Please be aware when booking flights.
- CHARGEABLE TRANSFERS: Chargeable transfers available in Edinburgh. Guests who have booked their extra hotel nights with Brendan Vacations, or whose flight times do not coincide with the shuttle coach timings may purchase a chargeable transfer. However, guests booking independent hotel nights should make their own transfer arrangements.
- IMPORTANT: Mini luxury coaches, with no toilets on board - regular comfort stops will be included on journeys.
- GROUND HANDLERS: This trip is operated by Operated by Brendan Vacations (Dublin Office).
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30 days or more prior to departure - $175/person penalty.
2-29 days or more prior to departure - $280/person penalty.
Day of departure no show or late - 100% per person.
If the tour include airtickets, additional $75+airline surcharge will be charged as penalty.
Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
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NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
30 days or more prior to departure - $175/person penalty.
2-29 days or more prior to departure - $280/person penalty.
Day of departure no show or late - 100% per person.
If the tour include airtickets, additional $75+airline surcharge will be charged as penalty.
Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every effort to maintain normal operations.
The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
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