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- Platinum Operator
- Trafalgar
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 20 - 48
- All Ages Welcome
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile
- Tour the iconic Edinburgh Castle
- Visit the ancient St. Andrews golf course
- Experience the Culloden battlefield site
- Taste whisky at a Scottish distillery
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Welcome to Edinburgh
- Day 2 Discover Enchanting Edinburgh
- Day 3 A Day of Abbeys, Landscapes and History
- Day 4 Explore Glamis Castle and on to Creative Dundee
- Day 5 Venture to Culloden and Inverness
- Day 6 Journey to Loch Ness and Thurso
- Day 7 A Day on the Orkney Islands
- Day 8 Over the Sea to Skye
- Day 9 Onwards to Oban
- Day 10 Sail to the Isles of Mull and Iona
- Day 11 Off to Glasgow
- Day 12 Uncover Stirling Castle’s Secrets Connect with Locals Make Travel Matter
- Day 13 Farewell Glasgow
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Voco Haymarket, Novotel Centre, Delta by Marriott
HotelDays 1, 2, 3Apex City Quay, Leonardo Aberdeen
Hotelday 4Columba
Hotelday 5Pentland
HotelDays 6, 7Kings Arms
Hotelday 8Royal
HotelDays 9, 10Leonardo Royal Glasgow, Hilton Garden Inn City Centre
HotelDays 11, 12
Operated by
Trafalgar
Number of tours
438
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
3 hours
Response rate
96%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- CWChristine· September 2nd, 2025Thoroughly enjoyed my first solo trip to Scotland. Ian our tour director went above and beyond to make sure everyone was happy. Both he and Stephen our driver were very professional and the tour was very well organisedShow more
Trafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for being our guest and sharing your experience with us.Trip date: August 2025 
Fred· May 12th, 2025my tour of Scotland in June/July 2024 was a wonderful experience made all the more fun and informative by the lovely Fiona. Thanks for the memories.Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for being our guest and travelling with us, we are pleased you enjoyed your tour. We hope to host you again.Trip date: June 2024- KCKathleen· September 8th, 2022Ive actually filled in this review before....Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for rating. We are delighted you enjoyed your experience, and we hope you have kept positive travel memories from this trip. Thank you for choosing Trafalgar as your travel partner, and we hope to hear from you soon about your future travel.Trip date: August 2022
- JWJoe Larry· August 22nd, 2022We had a great trip and thank to tour radar for...Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewWe are thrilled to read that our valuable travellers had a wonderful time while touring the world with us. Thanks for reviewing your trip with us, and we hope you returned home with great memories. We hope you will contact us soon for your next trip.Trip date: July 2022
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- From Saturday27 Sep, 2025To Thursday9 Oct, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:NZ $8,595 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Saturday4 Oct, 2025To Thursday16 Oct, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold outFrom:NZ $8,150 per person
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Monday27 Apr, 2026To Saturday9 May, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$8,995NZ $8,096 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Monday4 May, 2026To Saturday16 May, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$8,995NZ $8,096 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday11 May, 2026To Saturday23 May, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $8,995 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Monday18 May, 2026To Saturday30 May, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$8,995NZ $8,096 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Monday25 May, 2026To Saturday6 Jun, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$8,995NZ $8,096 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Monday1 Jun, 2026To Saturday13 Jun, 2026EnglishFrom:$9,150NZ $8,235 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Monday8 Jun, 2026To Saturday20 Jun, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$9,150NZ $8,235 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Monday15 Jun, 2026To Saturday27 Jun, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$9,150NZ $8,235 per personMultiple Room Types
What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- H
Henry
Asked on July 9th, 2025Does the tour attend the Edinburgh Tattoo? Can you quote pls
TrafalgarOperator•Written July 2025Yes, the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is included for the August 16, 2025 departure date. All tickets will be given to the relevant Travel Director to pass on to the guests when on the tour. The cost for a single room is AUD 10,745.00, while the twin-share option—paired with another guest of the same gender is AUD 9,095.00. Please be aware that both pricing and availability are subject to change until your booking is created.
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Deborah
Asked on June 24th, 2025I am aware that there are places that require a lengthy walk. I was wondering if there are any arrangements that can be made for someone with mobility issues like being dropped off nearer to the venue than where the bus is needed to park. I would not be able to do the walk up to the Edinburgh castle, is there a way to be dropped closer.
- TrafalgarOperator•Written June 2025
The Scotland's Highlands, Islands and Cities tour is classified as 'Balanced', meaning it typically involves medium walking distances over some uneven surfaces, averaging 1–3 miles per day. While your Travel Director and Driver will do everything possible to assist, certain historical sites like Edinburgh Castle may have limitations due to local access restrictions and terrain. Getting dropped off closer to the site isn't guaranteed, as it may vary based on the day's itinerary and the Travel Director's discretion. We also offer guided tours in Scotland with a 'Leisurely' activity level, featuring shorter walking distances (1–2 miles per day) and flatter surfaces, which may be more comfortable and better suited to your needs.
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Deborah
Traveler•Written June 2025do you offer private tours in Scotland. I have mobility issues, walking hills and longer distances is not possible.
- TrafalgarOperator•Written June 2025
We're unable to offer this tour on a private basis, but we'd be happy to assist you in joining on our group tours. If walking becomes too much at any point, or if a location isn't wheelchair accessible, you're welcome to take a break. Our Travel Director will be happy to help you find a nearby spot to rest while the group continues, and you can rejoin once they return.
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Sheila
Asked on May 2nd, 2025We are planning to take a round trip through Scotland from Tuesday, July 29th, 2025, to Saturday, August 9th, 2025. We are three adults and one child (9 years old). We would like to stay in beautiful hotels. It is very important for us to include the Isle of Mull and to spend 2 to 3 days in Edinburgh.
- TrafalgarOperator•Written May 2025
This is a group tour and not a private trip. The tour operator is not able to convert it into a private trip. Could you please let me know your budget per person? Once I have that, I can check with other providers who may offer private or customized experiences.
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Albert
Asked on February 16th, 2025What are the accommodation options?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written February 2025
Accommodations typically range from hotels to local lodgings, depending on the tour package.
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Zakaria
Asked on December 11th, 2024Is there a single supplement fee?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written December 2024
Yes, if you choose to stay in a single room, there will be an additional single supplement cost.
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Anthony
Asked on December 6th, 2024What kind of transportation is used between tour locations?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written December 2024
The transportation usually involves a coach, and the tour ensures that there are regular stops for sightseeing and comfort.
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Rebecca
Asked on November 17th, 2024Is there a small group tour of this?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2024
We don't have Small Group option for this tour. The group average size is 40 to 45 guests and maximum of 48 guests.
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Kate
Asked on September 16th, 2024Are there any health restrictions or fitness requirements for the tour?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written September 2024
The tour may have fitness requirements such as the ability to walk certain distances, but specific requirements vary by tour.
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Diane
Asked on May 11th, 2024Is the price based on double occupancy? Is there an additional charge for a single?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written May 2024
This tour cost 4,875.00 in a Twin Share Room. If you would like to be in a Single Room, there will be additional Single Supplement cost 2,120.00 so the total cost of Single Room is 6,995.00. Prices quoted above may vary at the time you book as we do have variable pricing which is subject to change at any time.
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Diana
Asked on May 9th, 2024I am a first time traveler and I booked non refundable flights for Aug 25 from Toronto. I am disappointed in the agent! I have been looking for another tour like this one but they are sold out!
- TrafalgarOperator•Written May 2024
The selected tour date of August 26, 2024, is not yet a definite departure. We have found definite departure dates for the "Scotland's Highland Island and Cities" tour: 03-Aug-2024, 15-Aug-2024, 05-Aug-2024, 17-Aug-2024, 10-Aug-2024, 22-Aug-2024, 12-Aug-2024, 24-Aug-2024, 17-Aug-2024, 29-Aug-2024, 19-Aug-2024, 31-Aug-2024.
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