Itinerary
- Day 1
Glasgow
You'll arrive in Glasgow and meet your Travel Director along with the rest of the group. After settling in, there's dinner at a local restaurant in the city centre featuring Scottish cuisine, so you can get a real taste of what the region offers right from the start.
- Meals
- Dinner (Glasgow: Tonight you'll be greeted with genuine Scottish hospitality. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Glasgow's city centre as you indulge in a carefully curated selection of local flavours and traditional delights. Let the evening unfold as you connect with fellow guests and embark on a journey of culinary discovery in this bustling Scottish hub.)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Voco Grand Central, Glasgow)
Optional Activities
- Visit one of Glasgow's 20+ museums and art galleries
Landmarks George Square St. Mungo's Cathedral 
- Day 2
Glasgow
The morning includes an orientation drive through Glasgow where you'll see George Square and St. Mungo's Cathedral, getting a feel for the city's grand architecture. Then you head to Ardgowan House for a special experience where Sir Ludovic Shaw Stewart welcomes you to his family castle on a 10,000-acre coastal estate. You'll walk through beech trees learning about the Shaw Stewart family, and afternoon tea comes with locally-sourced finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, cream, jam and cakes.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Voco Grand Central, Glasgow)
Included Activities
- Orientation drive with Travel Director through Glasgow
- Visit George Square and St. Mungo's Cathedral
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Ardgowan House - tour of family castle
- Walk on Ardgowan Estate grounds
- Afternoon tea with locally-sourced ingredients at Ardgowan House
Landmarks George Square St. Mungo's Cathedral Ardgowan House - Day 3
Loch Lomond - Glencoe
You'll walk through Stirling Castle, checking out the halls, chapels and bedrooms where Scottish royals including Mary, Queen of Scots once lived. From the 16th-century walls, there are views of the Wallace Monument and Stirling Bridge battlefield. Later, you travel to Loch Lomond and can choose to take an optional cruise on the 'Queen of Scottish Lochs' if you'd like. By evening, you'll be settled in Glencoe village on the banks of Loch Leven.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ballachulish, Glencoe, Isle of Glencoe Hotel & Leisure Centre)
Included Activities
- Explore Stirling Castle including halls, chapels and bedrooms
- View the famous 'Stirling Heads' at Stirling Castle
- View Wallace Monument from Stirling Castle
- View Stirling Bridge battlefield from Stirling Castle
Optional Activities
- Cruise on the 'Queen of Scottish Lochs' at Loch Lomond
Landmarks Stirling Castle Wallace Monument Stirling Bridge Loch Lomond - Day 4
Oban to Isle of Mull to Isle of Iona
Your day starts with a ferry from Oban to Craignure on the Isle of Mull. From there, you travel to the Isle of Iona to see Iona Abbey, a centre of Christian worship where legend says the Book of Kells was made. Before heading back to the mainland, you'll visit Rèilig Odhrain, the final resting place of many Scottish kings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ballachulish, Glencoe, Isle of Glencoe Hotel & Leisure Centre)
Included Activities
- Ferry from Oban to Craignure, Isle of Mull
- Visit Iona Abbey
- View Rèilig Odhrain - sacred burial ground of 48 Scottish Kings
- Iona Abbey Museum visit
Landmarks Iona Abbey Rèilig Odhrain Iona Abbey Museum 
- Day 5
Inverness
In the morning, you're at Dundreggan Rewilding Centre with a conservation expert learning about Highland ecology and how nature connects with regenerating Gaelic cultural heritage. The afternoon is yours to choose from two options: either a relaxing Loch Ness Cruise or a special experience at Uile-bheist Distillery exploring sustainable whisky and beer making traditions.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel B&B, Inverness)
Included Activities
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
- Meet conservation expert to learn about Highland ecology
- Learn about native tree species reintroduction and wildlife reintroduction programs
Optional Activities
- Loch Ness Cruise and hear intriguing tales of Nessie
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Uile-bheist Distillery - explore whisky and beer making, learn about folklore inspiration, and taste signature creations
Landmarks Dundreggan Rewilding Centre Loch Ness Uile-bheist Distillery 
- Day 6
Edinburgh
You'll explore Blair Castle, home to the Atholl family for over seven centuries, and see the 18th century interiors filled with history. The grounds include a nine-acre walled garden, wooded grove, and extensive deer park. Later, you travel to Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city. In the evening, there's an optional opportunity to experience Scottish tradition at Ghillie Dhu Georgian hall with Scottish dining and live music.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Virgin, Edinburgh)
Optional Activities
- Optional Experience at Blair Castle - learn about the Atholl family history and explore the castle and its gardens
Landmarks Blair Castle - Day 7
Edinburgh
A Local Expert guides you through Edinburgh, traveling along Princes Street to see the ornate Scott Memorial and the neoclassical Georgian facades of New Town, then heading to the Old Town's Palace of Holyroodhouse. You'll also explore Edinburgh Castle to see the Scottish Crown Jewels and Mons Meg. The afternoon is free, so you can either stroll the charming Edinburgh Mile on your own or join an optional guided experience with your Local Expert.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Enjoy a memorable dinner, reflecting on your journey in the company of newfound friends.)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Virgin, Edinburgh)
Included Activities
- Travel along Princes Street with Local Expert
- See Scott Memorial
- See neoclassical Georgian facades of New Town
- Visit Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Explore Edinburgh Castle with Local Expert
- View Scottish Crown Jewels at Edinburgh Castle
- View Mons Meg at Edinburgh Castle
Optional Activities
- Optional Experience of Royal Edinburgh with Local Expert
- Stroll past charming buildings on the Edinburgh Mile
Landmarks Princes Street Scott Memorial New Town Palace of Holyroodhouse Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh Mile - Day 8
Departure from Edinburgh
This is your final day as the tour comes to an end. You'll say goodbye to your Travel Director and the friends you've made throughout the week.
