There really is nothing like Scotland, which is home to breathtaking landscapes and iconic connections. From royal indulgence to wild islands and from atmospheric distilleries to ancient legends, this 12-day Best of Scotland tour will help you explore Scotland’s diverse highlights. There is a little of everything that is essentially Scottish, including lochs, castles, villages, and so many friendly locals.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Edinburgh - Immersed in a Capital City
You will touch down at Edinburgh Airport and be greeted by a local guide. It is only a 20-minute transfer into the heart of the city and your luxury accommodation. Most of the old center is pedestrianized, and it is a joy to wander along the cobbled lanes. Your guide will provide you with an orientation so that you know how to navigate the ancient lanes and where to grab the best local food. Edinburgh is a place that is great for getting lost. All you have to do is take a stroll, immerse yourself in the city, and feel your love for Scotland grow.
What's Included:
Day 2
Edinburgh - Highlights of Old Edinburgh
Day 3
Edinburgh - The Quirks of Wonderful Glasgow
Day 4
Edinburgh - Discovering Stirling and its History
Day 5
Oban - Whisky and Wonder on the Road
Day 6
Oban - Wilderness Impressions
Day 7 - 8
Isle of Skye - Scotland’s Unique Landscapes
Day 9
Inverness - Scotland’s Stunning Lake System
Day 10
Inverness - Regal Histories and Stories
Day 11
St. Andrews - Iconic Scottish Experiences
Day 12
St. Andrews - Departure
Trip Highlights
- Meander around Scotland’s iconic lakes and immerse yourself in some of the world’s most unique landscapes
- Get to know Scottish whisky by meeting distillers and enjoying private tasting sessions at small distilleries
- Discover the very best of Edinburgh during four nights in the capital, including private tours of the city’s hidden spots
- Escape to the wilderness by spending two days on the Isle of Skye, which is one of the world’s most magnificent island retreats
- Explore the royal history and gasp at some of Scotland’s castles and stately homes
- Compare and contrast Stirling with Glasgow, which are two fabulous and incredibly different cities
- Feast on the stories in Inverness as locals narrate 1,000 years of tales in a charming old city
- Conclude your luxury trip in St. Andrews and gaze across a famous golf course that is surrounded by castles and ruins
- Spend a day on the isles of Mull and Iona and discover colorful villages and rolling landscapes
- Discover Scottish legends, from the Loch Ness Monster to village fables, as told by the locals
Starting Price
$5,900 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.94 stars based on 54 reviews.
Zicasso's trip coordinator had every detail covered for a smooth vacation. The driver was incredibly pleasant and fun to spend time with. We highly recommend Zicasso for anyone considering a trip to Scotland!
Reviewed By Suzanne T.
This was my first time planning an overseas trip for myself, plus a friend, and integrating a third person into the trip halfway! There were lots of moving parts. Thanks to Zicasso's tour company, I started out not knowing what I wanted to see, to having a perfect trip, with fantastic accommodations, wonderful drivers, and amazing adventures!
Reviewed By Laura T.
We had an awesome experience! There was impeccable attention to detail! The driver/guides were terrific to work with. I will definitely recommend Zicasso’s tour company to my friends.
Reviewed By Krishna S.
We had an exceptional experience with the team at Zicasso's travel company, particularly our agent. She listened to our hopes and needs for a very complex trip, and created a journey that exceeded our expectations in every way.
Reviewed By Lorraine M.
The trip was fantastic and the Zicasso travel agent was very attentive to our wants. We felt very well taken care of.
Reviewed By Christine S.
To celebrate our daughter’s graduation from the University of Glasgow, Julie and I decided to organize a family driving trip through the islands and Highlands of Scotland. We wanted to see everything in Scotland.
Zicasso's travel agent helped us refine our plans to fit our timeframe and budget. She planned an efficient route and found us memorable accommodations in each of our stops. She also suggested some places not on our original wish list, including a boat trip to Staffa, which turned out to be one of the most memorable parts of our trip.
Our driver truly made it feel like the family vacation we had envisioned. While on some days we had a definite timeline to meet (the ferries will leave without you!), most of the time we were able to decide what we were in the mood for and he would happily accommodate us. We even were able to have an unscheduled stop on the drive back to Glasgow to see where our daughter had spent time last summer on an archaeological dig.
Where we stayed and what we ate were not big factors in our vacation planning request, but our travel agent found us lovely accommodations that made our day trips and ferry trips convenient. The restaurant specialist made dinner suggestions that made sense for where we were staying and arranged reservations for us so that we did not have to worry about finding a place to eat at the end of a long day.
Reviewed By George C.