Our 7 Best Tours of Scotland for Seniors

Length: 12 days

Places Visited: Orkney Islands, Thurso, Ullapool, Inverness, Pitlochry, St. Andrews, Stirling, Edinburgh

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Step back in time on the 12-day Scotland Treasures for Seniors tour. Led by a historian guide, immerse yourself in over 5,000 years of Scottish history and culture.

Traverse the mystical Orkney Islands discovering neolithic settlements and Viking relics. Wander the cobblestone lanes of old Edinburgh, exploring its mighty castle and medieval alleyways. Visit renowned distilleries, sampling fine single-malt whiskies. Marvel at epic highland landscapes, from misty glens to rugged coastlines.

With its relaxed pacing and fully customizable daily itineraries tailored to your interests, this small-group tour brings Scotland’s iconic sights to life just for you.

Length: 10 days

Places Visited: Isle of Skye, Isle of Lewis and Harris, Edinburgh

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Connect with your heritage and roots on this 10-day customized Scottish Ancestry Tour: Tracing the Family Heritage. Led by expert genealogists, uncover centuries of your family history as you traverse the landscapes and archives where your ancestors walked.

Visit ancient standing stones and explore highland glens and the misty ruins of clan castles. Dig into heritage centers brimming with birth records, census files, and oral histories. Meet distant relatives tied by old alliances. Stand on the battlefield where clans rose and fell.

With personalized daily trips tailored to your heritage, this is a chance to immerse yourself in the stories, relics, and myths that shaped your legacy.

Length: 10 days

Places Visited: Edinburgh, Isle of Skye, Fort William, Pitlochry, Glasgow

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Discover Scotland's elite and storied past on this exclusive VIP Tour of Scotland: A Private-Access Journey. With special entry and personalized guides, immerse yourself in regal estates, prestigious golf links, and secluded distilleries normally off-limits to the public.

Wander the forests surrounding the royal family’s Balmoral Castle. Tour the cellars of Dalwhinnie Distillery, sampling rare malts. Walk medieval streets to the mighty fortress of Stirling Castle. Stroll the Old Course of St. Andrews Golf Club with backstage views.

Whether gazing over Loch Ness, strolling Edinburgh's Royal Mile, or roaming the mystical Isle of Skye, this tailored tour opens doors across Scotland just for you.

Length: 10 days

Places Visited: Edinburgh, Grantown-on-Spey, Isle of Skye, Oban, Glencoe

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

This 10-day Scotland Highlights Tour: Edinburgh to Glencoe packs the best of Scotland into an exhilarating yet relaxed exploration.

Marvel at icons like Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle, and mystical Loch Ness. Wander the regal halls of Holyrood Palace, then ascend Carlton Hill for stunning city views. Travel deep into the highlands, walking among reindeer and soaking in sublime mountain scenery along the highest road passes.

From sampling fine whiskeys to enjoying backstage castle tours revealing Scotland's dramatic royal history, every day interweaves natural grandeur, legendary sights, and vibrant culture. With carefully paced activities tailored to your preferences, needs, and goals, discover Scotland's treasures at your speed, surrounded by sweeping lochs and heathered glens.

Length: 7 Days

Places Visited: Edinburgh, Glasgow, Fort William, Inverness, Stirling, Glen Coe, Perthshire, Loch Ness

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

Experience how the Highlights of Scotland Tour: Castles, Loch Ness, & Whisky Trail turns vibrant culture into an unforgettable Scottish sojourn. Spend days immersed in storied Edinburgh, exploring medieval lanes and neoclassical grandeur, with evenings devoted to theater and the euphoria of world-famous festivals.

Venture onward to brooding Stirling Castle and the mists of Loch Ness before relaxing in five-star luxury at a celebrated estate. Sample peaty scotches at a highland distillery and trace highland clans through the ages. With activities and pace tailored to you, discover Scotland's most stunning castles, lochs, and cities, enhanced by the country’s renowned landscapes.

Length: 12 days

Places Visited: Edinburgh, Oban, Isle of Skye, Inverness, St. Andrews

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

The diversity of the country’s icons, from misty glens to vibrant cities, becomes the focus of your Very Best of Scotland Tour: Literature, Spirits, History, Golf, & More.

Spend time uncovering Edinburgh's hidden gems on exclusive tours and escape to the remote Isle of Skye, wandering through the ethereal landscapes. Sample earthy malts during private distillery visits. Absorb the grandeur of Stirling, Inverness, and Glasgow, each with their own rich character. Marvel at the pedigree of St. Andrews Golf Course and nearby coastal ruins.

The days are tailored to your interests to create a trip packed with exceptional whisky tasting, majestic castles, and Scotland's most breathtaking vistas.

Length: 8 Days

Places Visited: St. Andrews, Edinburgh, Perthshire

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Food, Wine & Golf Vacation in Scotland is an indulgent eight-day epicurean golfing getaway blending refined relaxation with the country’s stellar links courses, pairing fairways and first-class experiences.

Tee off at legendary courses like Carnoustie of British Open fame before retiring to five-star hotels nestled in highland grandeur. Savor a private dinner at a Michelin two-star restaurant.

Attend an interactive cooking class with a master Scottish chef. Meander through Edinburgh's bustling farmers’ market, sampling artisanal delicacies. With days focused on savoring and playing, this is a chance to experience Scotland's finest flavors and courses designed around your preferred tastes.

Scotland is a destination of immersive history and exciting scenery. Wander the cobblestone streets of medieval Edinburgh, witness the Georgian architecture of Glasgow, or embrace the seaside charms of Portree. No matter how you prefer to experience your senior trip to Scotland, you can indulge in the variety according to your preferences and travel style.

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