Itinerary
- Day 1
Glasgow
You'll arrive in Glasgow and have time to explore the city before the welcome meeting at 6 pm. The afternoon is yours to check out the Victorian and art nouveau buildings, browse the art collections, or do some shopping in the designer stores. Once the meeting wraps up, you can walk along the River Clyde or head into Merchant City for dinner. It's a good chance to get oriented and meet your trip leader and the other travelers.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
- Explore City Centre Mural Trail
- Tennent's Brewery Tour
- Walk through Royal Botanic Gardens
- Visit Britannia Panopticon
- Explore Cathedral and Necropolis
- Visit Hunterian Art Gallery
- Explore Pollok Country Park & The Burrell Collection
- Afternoon Tea at the Willow Tea Rooms
Landmarks River Clyde Merchant City Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum Royal Botanic Gardens Cathedral and Necropolis Hunterian Art Gallery Pollok Country Park & The Burrell Collection Britannia Panopticon Willow Tea Rooms - Day 2
Glasgow to Fort William
This morning you'll catch the West Highland Line train from Glasgow to Fort William, traveling through some really nice Scottish scenery along the way. You'll arrive in the early afternoon and have time to walk around this outdoor hub. Later, there's an optional leader-led hike up Cow Hill in Glen Nevis if you're up for it and the weather cooperates, offering good views of the area. Otherwise you can check out local pubs or just relax after your train journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- West Highland Line train journey
- Leader-led hike up Cow Hill in Glen Nevis (optional and weather dependent)
Optional Activities
- Visit Nevis Range Gondola
Landmarks Ben Nevis Glen Nevis Loch Linnhe Nevis Range Gondola 
- Day 3
Fort William - Glenfinnan - Isle of Skye
The train journey continues to Mallaig with views of Ben Nevis and the Glenfinnan Viaduct from the Harry Potter films along the way. From Mallaig, you'll take a ferry to the Isle of Skye. After arriving, a private transfer takes you to a local whisky distillery for a tour and tasting. Once you're settled at your accommodation, the evening is free. There's also an option to have a dram with the group leader if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- West Highland Line train journey continuation
- Ferry to Isle of Skye
- Local Whisky Distillery visit and tasting session
- Private transfer to accommodation
Landmarks Ben Nevis Glenfinnan Viaduct Mallaig Isle of Skye 
- Day 4
Isle of Skye
Start with a short guided hike through scenic terrain where you might spot otters or seals. Then you'll join a guided private bus tour around the Trotternish Peninsula, seeing the Quiraing, the Old Man of Storr, and Kilt Rock with its waterfalls. The route includes stops along coastal roads and time at a local gallery or museum. If there's time, you can visit Dunvegan Castle on your own (entrance fees separate). You'll head back to your accommodation by late afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided morning hike
- Guided private bus tour of Trotternish Peninsula
Optional Activities
- Visit Dunvegan Castle
Landmarks Trotternish Peninsula The Quiraing Old Man of Storr Kilt Rock Dunvegan Castle - Day 5
Isle of Skye to Inverness
You'll leave Skye by private bus and cross the Skye Bridge back to the mainland. The drive takes you through nice landscapes to Fort Augustus, where you can take a scenic boat cruise on Loch Ness. After that, continue north to Inverness, the Highland capital. You'll be staying here for two nights, so there's time to settle in once you arrive.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Private bus transfer across Skye Bridge to mainland
- Loch Ness boat cruise
Landmarks Skye Bridge Fort Augustus Loch Ness Inverness 
- Day 6
Inverness
Take a local bus to Culloden Battlefield just outside Inverness to see where the Jacobite rebellion ended in 1746. You'll walk through the historically important site and learn about what happened there. From there, head back to the city centre for a scenic walk along the River Ness. The trail is popular with locals and crosses a pedestrian suspension bridge with views of Inverness Castle. The rest of your day is free to explore on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Culloden Battlefield visit
- River Ness walk
Optional Activities
- Visit Inverness Castle
- Explore local whisky store
- Catch live music gig
- Visit Leaky's bookshop
Landmarks Culloden Battlefield River Ness Inverness Castle Leaky's bookshop - Day 7
Inverness to Edinburgh
A morning train takes you from Inverness to Edinburgh, Scotland's capital. After checking in at your hotel, you'll join a guided walking tour of the city led by someone with unique local knowledge and perspectives. The walking tour covers the historic cobbled streets and striking architecture the city is known for. Once that's done, the rest of the day is yours to wander around, visit attractions, check out the bars, or browse the designer stores.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Invisible Cities guided walking tour of Edinburgh
Optional Activities
- Visit Edinburgh Castle
- Visit National Museum of Scotland
- The Scotch Whisky Experience Tour
- Visit Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
- Visit The Queen's Gallery at Holyroodhouse
Landmarks Edinburgh Old Town Edinburgh New Town Edinburgh Castle National Museum of Scotland The Scotch Whisky Experience Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh The Queen's Gallery at Holyroodhouse River Ness 
- Day 8
Edinburgh
You're free to leave anytime after breakfast. Spend your final morning in Edinburgh however you like, whether that's exploring the winding streets, visiting historic sites you missed, checking out the shops, or just taking things easy before you head out.
- Meals
- Breakfast
