Itinerary
- Day 1
Edinburgh
You'll arrive at Edinburgh airport and get transferred to your hotel. The afternoon and evening are yours to explore at your own pace. Consider taking a stroll through the Royal Botanic Garden or wandering through the city's historic neighborhoods. Later, head to one of the local pubs to try haggis and a Scotch whisky while you get a feel for the city.
Optional Activities
- Explore Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
- Dinner at a local pub trying Haggis and Scotch
Landmarks/POIs Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh 
- Day 2
Stirling - Glasgow
After breakfast, you'll travel to Stirling to see the castle, which ranks among Scotland's most important historical structures architecturally. From there, a whisky distillery visit gives you insight into production methods and a tasting session. By afternoon you'll reach Glasgow for a panoramic tour of George Square, the Victorian district, and Saint-Mungo's Cathedral before settling in for dinner and overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Stirling Castle
- Whisky distillery visit with production process explanation and tasting session
- Panoramic tour of Glasgow including George Square, Victorian district, and Saint-Mungo's Cathedral
Landmarks/POIs Stirling Castle George Square Saint-Mungo's Cathedral 
- Day 3
Loch Lomond - Inveraray - Glencoe - Fort William/Oban
Following breakfast, you'll head to Loch Lomond for a 50-minute cruise through some of the UK's most scenic water landscapes. Next comes Inveraray Castle, home of the Dukes of Argyll, where you can explore the grounds. After lunch, you'll drive through Glencoe with photo stops to capture the mountain scenery before arriving in Fort William or Oban for dinner and the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
Included Activities
- 50-minute cruise on Loch Lomond
- Visit Inveraray Castle
Landmarks/POIs Loch Lomond Inveraray Castle Glencoe 
- Day 4
Glenfinnan - Mallaig - Isle of Skye - Aviemore/Inverness
You'll travel through Glenfinnan Valley, known for its Harry Potter filming locations, then on to Mallaig where a ferry takes you to the Isle of Skye. The panoramic views during the crossing are hard to beat. After lunch on Skye, you'll return via the iconic Skye Bridge, passing Eilean Donan Castle before reaching Aviemore or Inverness for dinner and overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner
Included Activities
- Ferry journey to Isle of Skye
- Visit/pass by Eilean Donan Castle
Landmarks/POIs Glenfinnan Valley Isle of Skye Eilean Donan Castle Skye Bridge 
- Day 5
Loch Ness - Urquhart Castle - Speyside - Elgin - Aberdeen
After breakfast, you'll head to Loch Ness in the Highlands, stopping to see Urquhart Castle's impressive ruins on the shoreline. The route continues through Speyside, Scotland's whisky region, and into Elgin where cathedral ruins mark the landscape. You'll finish the day in Aberdeen, a vibrant northeast coastal city, for dinner and overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Urquhart Castle ruins
- Visit Elgin Cathedral ruins
Landmarks/POIs Loch Ness Urquhart Castle Elgin Cathedral - Day 6
Stonehaven - Dunnottar Castle - St Andrews - Edinburgh
You'll start by traveling to coastal Stonehaven with a stop at Dunnottar Castle for photos and views across the water. From there, St Andrews comes next, where you can explore the university town and see the famous Old Course golf links and cathedral. Later in the day you'll return to Edinburgh for dinner and overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Dunnottar Castle
Optional Activities
- Explore St Andrews charming streets and legendary golf course
Landmarks/POIs Stonehaven Dunnottar Castle St Andrews Old Course - Day 7
Edinburgh
A guided tour takes you through Edinburgh's UNESCO-listed Old Town and New Town. You'll visit Edinburgh Castle and St Giles Cathedral to learn about the city's history and cultural significance. The afternoon opens up for your own exploration, whether that's hiking Arthur's Seat volcano for city views, walking Mary's King's Close underground street, or taking an optional ghost tour later.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided panoramic tour of Edinburgh Old Town and New Town
- Visit Edinburgh Castle
- Visit St Giles Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Hike to Arthur's Seat extinct volcano
- Walk through Mary's King's Close historic underground street
- Ghost story tour ($)
Landmarks/POIs Edinburgh Castle St Giles Cathedral Arthur's Seat Mary's King's Close - Day 8
Edinburgh
After hotel breakfast, the entire day is yours to explore Edinburgh as you like. You might visit the Royal Botanic Garden, take a walk along the Water of Leith, wander through the charming Dean Village neighborhood, or take time to appreciate the Georgian architecture scattered throughout the New Town.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Optional Activities
- Visit Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
- Walk along the Water of Leith
- Explore Dean Village neighborhood
- Explore the Georgian elegance of the New Town
Landmarks/POIs Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Water of Leith Dean Village - Day 9
Newcastle
Following breakfast, you'll spend time at the National Museum Scotland discovering the country's history, culture and scientific contributions. Then you'll head south into England to explore Alnwick Castle, a grand fortress sometimes called the 'Windsor of the North' because of its prominence. The castle gained fame as a filming location for the Harry Potter series. You'll have dinner and overnight in the Newcastle area.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit National Museum Scotland
- Visit Alnwick Castle
Landmarks/POIs National Museum Scotland Alnwick Castle 
- Day 10
Durham - York
After breakfast, you'll stop in Durham to see the city dominated by its cathedral, then continue to York, one of England's historically richest cities. There you'll visit York Minster Cathedral with its impressive stained-glass windows and Gothic architecture. Later, you'll walk through the Shambles, a narrow medieval street lined with timber-framed buildings that fans compare to 'Diagon Alley.' Dinner and overnight are in York.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner (Included dinner at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit York Minster Cathedral
- Explore the Shambles
Optional Activities
- Visit Durham Cathedral
Landmarks/POIs Durham Cathedral York Minster Cathedral The Shambles 
- Day 11
Manchester - Liverpool - Chester
You'll drive to Manchester after breakfast to discover this dynamic city known for its cultural scene and legendary football clubs. Streets here are filled with cultural landmarks, art galleries, and vibrant markets. From there it's on to Liverpool, a city built on maritime heritage and famous as The Beatles' birthplace. A 3-hour city tour is included, with options to visit The Beatles Story Museum or explore more. You'll finish in Chester for dinner and overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner (Included dinner at the hotel)
Included Activities
- 3-hour guided tour of Liverpool
Optional Activities
- Explore Manchester on your own
- Visit The Beatles Story Museum in Liverpool ($)
Landmarks/POIs Manchester Liverpool The Beatles Story 
- Day 12
Stratford-upon-Avon - Birmingham
After breakfast, you'll visit Chester Cathedral, a Gothic structure with over 1,000 years of history. Then you'll drive to Stratford-upon-Avon on the River Avon to visit Shakespeare's Birthplace, a preserved 16th-century home that shows what life was like for the famous playwright. Dinner and overnight are in the Birmingham area.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Chester Cathedral
- Visit Shakespeare's Birthplace
Landmarks/POIs Chester Cathedral Stratford-upon-Avon Shakespeare's Birthplace 
- Day 13
Cotswolds - Bath - Stonehenge - Oxford
You'll travel through the scenic Cotswolds with photo stops to capture rolling hills, honey-colored villages, and classic English cottages. Arriving in Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you'll see Roman and Georgian architecture throughout the city. A visit to the Roman Baths lets you see well-preserved structures and understand ancient Roman life. Later you'll continue to Stonehenge, one of the world's most mysterious prehistoric sites. Dinner and overnight are in Oxford.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Roman Baths in Bath
- Visit Stonehenge
Optional Activities
- Photo stops in the Cotswolds
Landmarks/POIs Cotswolds Bath Roman Baths Stonehenge 
- Day 14
Windsor - London
After breakfast, you'll explore Oxford, often called the 'City of Dreaming Spires,' wandering through historic colleges and libraries to soak in the academic atmosphere. From there, you'll drive to Windsor, a charming historic town, to visit Windsor Castle, the UK's most well-known royal residence and the largest and oldest inhabited castle in the world. By evening you'll arrive in London for dinner and overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Windsor Castle
Optional Activities
- Explore Oxford colleges and libraries
Landmarks/POIs Oxford Windsor Castle - Day 15
London
A guided tour of London takes you past iconic landmarks including Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey with its royal coronation history, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, the Prime Minister's residence, Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square, and Covent Garden. The afternoon is free, so you could check out Camden Market for unique shops and street food, walk through Soho, or explore Borough Market near London Bridge.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of London including Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Prime Minister's residence, Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square, and Covent Garden
Optional Activities
- Explore Camden Market
- Walk through Soho
- Visit Borough Market
Landmarks/POIs Buckingham Palace Westminster Abbey Houses of Parliament Big Ben Piccadilly Circus Leicester Square Covent Garden Camden Market Soho Borough Market London Bridge 
- Day 16
London
Following a final breakfast at the hotel, you'll transfer to London airport for your departure flight home.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
