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- Collette
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- 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 visit the National Piping Centre
- Tour a whisky distillery and taste local spirits
- Ferry to the Isle of Skye and discover its history
- Cruise Loch Ness and hunt for the elusive Nessie
- Tour Edinburgh Castle and enjoy a Scottish cooking class
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, 3Pentland Hotel
HotelDays 4, 5Best Western Palace Hotel
Hotelday 6Radisson Blu
HotelDays 7, 8
Operated by
Collette
Number of tours
320
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
96%
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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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What our customers ask about this tour
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Lawrence
Asked on May 9th, 2025Is there any portion of the tour that travel is done by rail?
ColletteOperator•Written May 2025This tour on its own does not offer any train component. The only time a train is involved is the departure/end date for the 3-Night London Extension, which is available to add to this itinerary on select dates. Otherwise, all travel is done primarily by motor coach (modern bus or van) and a couple of ferry rides between destinations.
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Kristina
Asked on March 10th, 2025Can you tell me the activity level of the Discover Scotland Glasgow to Edinburgh tour? also, what is needed to book?
- ColletteOperator•Written March 2025
The overall activity level of this tour is a level 2. This means you like a balanced approach to travel. Walking two to three miles over the course of a day is no problem for you. You can handle a variety of terrains, from cobblestone streets to moderate hills with relative ease and without assistance. You can climb two flights of stairs with ease. Expect some full days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. You can handle altitudes up to 6,000 feet.
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Kristina
Traveler•Written March 2025You offer a 10% discount on the date we are interested in 4/20/2026, does that require full payment up front? or can we still pay the balance by next January?
- ColletteOperator•Written March 2025
You will only be required to pay the deposit. Full balance will be due 90 days before departure.
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Kristina
Traveler•Written March 2025Even with the 10% discount?
- ColletteOperator•Written March 2025
Yes, that is correct even with a discount.
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