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- Gold Operator
- Collette
- 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 2 - 44
- Age range 5 to 99
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Glasgow and learn to play the bagpipes
- Tour a whisky distillery and taste local spirits
- Cruise Loch Ness and hunt for the elusive Nessie
- Discover ancient Orkney and Neolithic Skara Brae
- Witness the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Overnight Flight
- Day 2 Glasgow, Scotland
- Day 3 Glasgow - Ballachulish
- Day 4 Ballachulish - Isle of Skye - Ballachulish
- Day 5 Ballachulish - Loch Ness - Thurso
- Day 6 Thurso - Orkney Islands - Thurso
- Day 7 Thurso - Inverness
- Day 8 Inverness - Pitlochry - Edinburgh
- Day 9 Edinburgh
- Day 10 Edinburgh - Tour Ends
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
Maldron Hotel
Hotelday 1Ballachulish Hotel
HotelDays 2, 3Castletown Hotel
HotelDays 4, 5Best Western Palace Hotel
Hotelday 6Radisson Blu
HotelDays 7, 8
Operated by
Collette
Number of tours
330
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
100%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodGood
- AJ.· June 5th, 2025The tour of Scotland was very informative due to the fact that we had an excellent tour manager. Before we would reach each destination she would tell us about the history, geography, cultural and any other pertinent information that could possibly interest us about our destination. One of the most memorable experiences was the border collie sheep dog demonstration. It was facinating to see how the dogs responded to the shepherd's commands. To top it off he brought out a baby lamb and two border collie puppies for everyone to hold and pet.Show moreTrip date: March 2025Review collected by Collette
- AEve· June 5th, 20252 hotels had stairs 2 flights. No elevators. No bell men. Seniors. Like myself found that most unpleasentShow moreTrip date: March 2025Review collected by Collette
- AElizabeth· June 5th, 2025WOW!! What a fabulous experience. Touring so much of Scotland, especially those areas off the beaten path. Our tour manager, Ian, was fantastic -- knowledgeable, considerate, and fun. Paired with our amazing coach driver, Frank, they were an unbeatable combination. If you want to truly experience Scotland, this is the tour for you.Show moreTrip date: March 2025Review collected by Collette
- AThomas· June 5th, 2025All aspects of the trip were up to the standard I have come to expect on a Collette Tour. This was number ten for me. What sets Collette apart is the number of cultural immersion experiences.. This tour had seven of eight nights with dinner included, and the food was very good with varied choices. Visits to the Isle of Skye and Orkney Islands were especially interesting. The tour manager was very professional and local guides enhanced the tour.Show moreTrip date: March 2025Review collected by Collette
- AIrene· June 5th, 2025There were many, but the sheep herding dog demonstration was the best. The bagpipe center in Glasgow was very interesting, and a great meal followed in their three-star restaurant. The evening of Scottish entertainment and dinner was worthwhile.Show moreTrip date: March 2025Review collected by Collette
- AKatherine· June 5th, 2025The tour was fantastic! The scenery, the history, and the opportunities to see and experience the heart of Scotland was perfect. I'd happily take go on this tour again!Show moreTrip date: April 2025Review collected by Collette
- AJohn· June 5th, 2025Donald Morrison was wonderful. Knew the country very well.Show moreTrip date: April 2025Review collected by Collette
- ACarlene· June 5th, 2025Although I thought we spend more time on the bus and not enough time exploring the cities and attractions, I enjoyed the overall experience especially visiting the sheep herding ranch which was the highlight of the tour. I also thought the Orkney Islands were very interesting and enjoyable!Show moreTrip date: April 2025Review collected by Collette
- ABetty· June 5th, 2025The tour provided a good representation of Scotland past and present. I especially liked the visit to the farm to see sheepdog at workand the cookery school both provided an authentic peak at the culture of Scotland.. The tour also provided an provide an opportunity to to see a variety of castles. I do not recommend the add on of the Scottish cultural experience. It felt like a cheap theme park show. Overall it was a memorable experience.Show moreTrip date: April 2025Review collected by Collette
- ADeborah· June 5th, 2025Working sheep farm was my favorite. Edinburgh Castle was amazing also. Not enough free time on our own to explore. Ended up basically having to buy 2 airline tickets and a change ticket fee to go without taking the chance of getting a nice TSA agent to put me through since my name did not match my passport. Collette would not talk to me personally, Said correspondence had to go through my tour representative who wasn't much help either.Show moreTrip date: April 2025Review collected by Collette
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- From Saturday2 Aug, 2025To Monday11 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:NZ $7,449
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Eileen
Asked on March 5th, 2025What are departure dates for August 2026 travel that include the Military Tatoo?
ColletteOperator•Written March 2025The 2026 dates have yet to be released. However, the Military Tattoo will be August 7, 2026 - August 29, 2026. Once the dates have been released, I will let you know right away!
- ColletteOperator•Written March 2025
Departure dates for the Discover Scotland featuring the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo include options in August 2025: 8/2/25, 8/4/25, 8/9/25, 8/11/25, 8/16/25. Inbound airport is GLA, Outbound airport is EDI.
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Mike
Asked on September 9th, 2024Is there a solo supplement to be added? Will there be a company representative to meet me at the airport? What are the payment by installments amounts?
- ColletteOperator•Written September 2024
Solo traveler rates include a $1300 single supplement. Total land rate per person under single occupancy is $5499. Upon arrival, travelers get transferred from airport to hotel by a Collette representative. Collette provides flexibility to pay deposit and make partial payments up to 90 days prior to departure.
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