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7-Day Scotland Discovery

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Overview

Spectacular scenery, outdoor adventures, intriguing history, ancient architecture and welcoming locals; you can expect all this and more on this seven-day Scotland itinerary!

Travelling with a local guide and driver, you'll discover many of the treasures packed into Scotland's borders from the beautiful capital city of Edinburgh to the remote Isle of Skye and the stunning Highland Scenery.
Sightseeing
Beach & Sea
Outdoors & Nature
Food & Drink

Itinerary

Day 1

Travel from Edinburgh to Fort William via Loch Lomond, Trossachs & Glencoe

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Travel from Edinburgh to Fort William via Loch Lomond, Trossachs & Glencoe

You'll meet your driver-guide and depart Edinburgh travelling via Loch Lomond, Trossachs and Glencoe en route to Fort William. Glencoe is the site of a massacre which took place in the early hours of the 13th February 1692, when government troops, led by the Campbells, slaughtered the MacDonalds. Upon arrival at your hotel in Fort William, you'll have the rest of the day free to relax.

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    Accommodation

    The Moorings Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park

    Glencoe

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Edinburgh to Fort William

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    Destinations

    Scotland

    Glencoe

    Fort William

Day 2

Take the Ferry to the Isle of Skye & Explore

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Take the Ferry to the Isle of Skye & Explore

This morning, you'll travel along the route of the West Highland Railway to Mallaig. Along the way, you'll enjoy the breathtaking rugged scenery beside Loch Eli and Loch Eilt. In Mallaig, you'll board the ferry to Armadale on the Isle of Skye. Upon arrival, you'll travel to the Clan Donald which is the other side of Armadale and the former home of the MacDonalds. You'll visit the Armadale Castle grounds and the Museum of the Isles. Later, you'll continue to Portree, the main town on the island.

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    Accommodation

    The Portree Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Armadale Castle, Gardens & Museum

    PortreeOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Fort William to Mallaig

    Ferry from Mallaig to Armadale

    Private Driver from Armadale to Portree

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Fort William

    Scotland

    Highland

    Portree

Day 3

Explore Isle of Skye - Dunvegan Castle, Fairy Pools & Talisker Whisky Distillery

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Explore Isle of Skye - Dunvegan Castle, Fairy Pools & Talisker Whisky Distillery

Today, you'll have the entire day to explore the Isle of Skye. You'll visit Dunvegan Castle and Gardens, built on a rocky outcrop on the shores of Loch Dunvegan. Dunvegan is the oldest continuously-inhabited castle in Scotland and has been the ancestral home of the Cheifs of Clan MacLeod for 800 years. In the afternoon, you'll visit the beautiful crystal clear Fairy Pools on the River Brittle. Finally, you'll visit the Talisker Whisky Distillery, the oldest working distillery on the island.

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    Accommodation

    The Portree Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Full Day to Explore the Isle of Skye

    Dunvegan Castle & Gardens

    Fairy Pools

    Talisker Distillery

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Highland

    Scotland

    Carbost

Day 4

Scenic Highlands Journey to Pitlochry & Blair Castle Visit

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Scenic Highlands Journey to Pitlochry & Blair Castle Visit

Today, you'll leave Portree behind and return to the mainland, this time via the Skye Bridge which connects mainland Scotland to the Isle of Skye. You'll continue through spectacular Highland scenery with a chance to visit the picturesque ruins of Eilean Donan Castle en route to the small town of Pitlochry. In the afternoon, after checking into your hotel, you'll visit Blair Castle, the ancient seat of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl. The castle is set in one of the finest Scottish settings.

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    Accommodation

    Atholl Palace Hotel3.5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Eilean Donan Castle

    PitlochryOptional Activity

    Blair Castle

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Portree to Pitlochry

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Highland

    Kyle of Lochalsh

    Pitlochry

    Scotland

Day 5

Travel Back to Edinburgh via Stirling Castle

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Travel Back to Edinburgh via Stirling Castle

This morning, you'll depart Pitlochry and return to Edinburgh via Stirling. In Stirling, you'll stop to visit the castle, the scene of many important events in Scottish history. You'll then continue to Edinburgh where you'll check into your hotel and then have the rest of the afternoon and evening free to explore on your own and get acquainted with the city.

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    Accommodation

    Apex Grassmarket Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Stirling Castle

    Edinburgh New TownOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Pitlochry to Edinburgh

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Pitlochry

    Stirling

    Edinburgh

Day 6

Day Free to Explore Edinburgh

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Day Free to Explore Edinburgh

Today, you'll have the day free to explore Edinburgh independently. Edinburgh is one of the world's finest cities. Its magnificent architecture shifts from the lofty buildings of its medieval Old Town, as they tumble down the Royal Mile, to the graceful houses of the Georgian New Town. Overlooking it all, perches the imposing Edinburgh Castle. You can explore all this and more in your free time today.

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    Accommodation

    Apex Grassmarket Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    EdinburghOptional Activity

    Edinburgh CastleOptional Activity

    Edinburgh New TownOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Edinburgh

Day 7

Departure from Edinburgh

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Departure from Edinburgh

This is the final day of your Scotland itinerary. Your driver-guide will meet you at your hotel after breakfast and take you to the airport for your departing flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Edinburgh

Included in Price

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 10 activities
  • 6 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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