Itinerary
- Day 1
Edinburgh
You'll arrive in Edinburgh and have the evening to walk around the Royal Mile and check out the castle area. After settling in, meet up with your Contiki group (fellow travelers aged 27-35) at local bars to get to know people before the trip officially kicks off.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar))
Landmarks Royal Mile Edinburgh Castle 
- Day 2
Edinburgh
Today is yours to explore Edinburgh however you'd like. There's an optional local guide tour of Edinburgh Castle if you want, which sits on an extinct volcano, or head to Princes Street for shopping and wandering around on your own to soak in the city's history.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)), Hotel (Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Edinburgh Castle Experience - Adults £26.00 - Peel back the historical layers with the help of our local expert. You'll discover the most fascinating & blood-curdling stories hidden within walls of this amazing building - not to mention the best panoramic views of Edinburgh.
- Whisky Tastes and Tales - Adults £25.00 - Ignite your palate with a locally guided tasting of the national drink of Scotland. Sample some of the finest local whiskies while your local guide recounts the legendary tales of the people who helped turn whisky into a national treasure.
Landmarks Edinburgh Castle Princes Street - Day 3
Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands
You'll start in Edinburgh and head toward the Scottish Highlands with a stop in St. Andrews, known as the birthplace of golf and home to Scotland's oldest university. The route takes you through rugged mountain scenery, and once you arrive in the Highlands, you can learn about native wildlife reintroduction efforts. If you're interested, there's an option to try traditional Highland games during the afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Loch Ness Lodge Hotel Drumnadrochit (or similar))
Included Activities
- Coach travel from Edinburgh through Scottish countryside to the Highlands
- Stop in St. Andrews to explore the birthplace of golf and historic university town
- Scenic drive through rugged mountain scenery en route to the Highlands
- Learn about native animal species reintroduction and Caledonian pine forest reforestation from an expert
Optional Activities
- Highland Games MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - Adults £51.00: Compete in traditional Highland games including caber toss, tug o' war and more against the backdrop of Scotland's rugged natural beauty
- Explore Swilcan Bridge in St. Andrews if you prefer scenic walks to golf
Landmarks St. Andrews Swilcan Bridge Loch Ness Scottish Highlands Caledonian Pine Forest - Day 4
Scottish Highlands to Glasgow
Travel down from the Highlands to Loch Ness, the UK's most voluminous lake. You'll board a cruise on the loch and visit the rewilding center to learn how native animals are brought back to the area. There's an optional canoe trip across the southern end if you want to see more wildlife. By evening, head to Glasgow for dinner and your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Glasgow (or similar))
Included Activities
- Loch Ness cruise
- Scottish Highlands rewilding centre visit - Learn about native animal species like Scottish Red Squirrel, Lynx and Beavers being reintroduced into the wild and Caledonian pine forest reforestation
Optional Activities
- Canoe across the stunning southern end of Loch Ness and see wildlife along the way
Landmarks Loch Ness 
- Day 5
Glasgow & Stirling
Head out early to Stirling, where William Wallace made his stand and where a famous hilltop castle overlooks the area. Check out The Kelpies, a 100ft-tall horse statue engineering project in Helix Park. Later explore Glasgow's live music scene, gothic cathedral, and quirky character. There's an optional traditional meal with live music if you want to celebrate your final Scottish night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Glasgow (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stop in Stirling - see hill-top castle area and William Wallace memorial
- Visit The Kelpies in Helix Park - 100ft tall horse statues
- Explore Glasgow - live music venues, gothic cathedral, adventure play park with woodlands and boardwalks
Optional Activities
- Local meal accompanied by live, traditional music to celebrate final night in Scotland
Landmarks Stirling Castle The Kelpies Helix Park - Day 6
Glasgow
Your trip ends this morning after breakfast. Say goodbye to your travel squad and start thinking about where you'll go next.
- Meals
- Breakfast
