Immerse yourself in rich history and enchanting landscapes on a 10-day Scotland highlights tour. Stroll down the Royal Mile in Edinburgh's downtown and sample delectable Scottish cuisine and spirits. Journey back in time as you visit notable relics. Traverse the lush countryside to uncover hidden gems and attend a traditional Scottish ceilidh for an inside look at the country's most beloved traditions.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Edinburgh - Touchdown in Edinburgh and Arrive in Scotland
Coast along the tarmac at Edinburgh's international airport to start the first of 10 days exploring this enchanting treasure trove. After collecting your bags you'll meet your private airport transfer and get whisked away to the city's hustle and bustle. Soon you'll arrive at a luxurious accommodation, just a stone's throw from dozens of historic landmarks and museums. Enjoy a leisurely evening in the center as you stroll the cobbled streets and peer into the windows of quaint neighborhood boutiques before indulging in local cuisine, including the opportunity to sample traditional haggis.
What's Included:
Day 2
Edinburgh - Enjoy a Panoramic Tour of City Highlights
Day 3
Edinburgh - Explore the City’s Icons that Embody Scotland
Day 4
Grantown-on-Spey - Experience River Forth and Forth Rail Bridge
Day 5
Grantown-on-Spey - Delight in a Distillery Tour and Drumochter Pass
Day 6
Isle of Skye - Embrace the Thrill of a Loch Ness Cruise
Day 7
Isle of Skye - Discover Eilean Donan Castle and The Storr
Day 8
Oban - Visit Great Glen and Ben Nevis Mountain Peak
Day 9
Glencoe - Find Rannoch Moor, Loch Lomond, and Stirling Castle
Day 10
Edinburgh - Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Stroll through the regal halls of the Palace of Holyroodhouse and embark on a short climb to Carlton Hill for panoramic views of the city below
- Journey back in time as you visit such notable relics as the Edinburgh Castle, Eilean Donan Castle, and Stirling Castle
- Weave through Drumochter Pass, the highest stretch of such mountains in the highlands
- Join your guide on a walk among the Cairngorm reindeer
- Explore formal royal apartments and exquisitely furnished parlors as you learn more about royalty including Mary Queen of Scots and James VI
- Venture to Glencoe to enjoy Scotland's stunning countryside
- Explore the natural grandeur and ethereal beauty of Loch Ness on a scenic cruise that highlights the local mystery
- Enjoy the charming views of Scotland’s unparalleled landscapes from Fort Williams as steam engines chug past
Starting Price
$9,900 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of this Travel Agency
4.99 stars based on 67 reviews.
My wife and I had a great experience with Zicasso's travel specialist (who coordinated the initial logistics) and especially with our tour guide (who was an 11/10 and exceeded our expectations on our tour). They customized our trip before we arrived and then our guide was responsive to "on-the-fly" changes once we were in-country. I hope I can refer more people to them.
Reviewed By Patrick M.
Zicasso's trip planner did a great job in arranging our accommodations. His recommendations for dining and events were great. We especially loved the drivers he arranged for us to and from the airport. I would definitely use him again!
Reviewed By Michelle V.
Zicasso's trip planner was easy to work with and arranged an itinerary that met our needs. He always answered emails in a timely fashion. We spent a week with our guide. Her wealth of knowledge and wonderful personality blew us away; she was one of the best guides I have ever had and I have traveled extensively.
This was a special birthday trip for our family and it turned out to be our best family vacay ever! Not only was our guide outstanding, but the weather was the best it's been in 60 years. We must be living right!
I would recommend Zicasso's tour company to anyone visiting Scotland. Having a private guide who knows all the nooks and crannies of the Highlands is the way to go. The company, our agent, and our guide are the best!
Reviewed By Elizabeth G.
"From the initial phone call, we were very happy to work with Zicasso’s travel agent. He provided options to meet our interest."
Reviewed By Lynn H.
"Our Zicasso travel agents were superb. They designed a terrific itinerary and were very responsive to questions and suggestions."
Reviewed By John G.
"We chose our Zicasso agent because we felt he truly listened to what we wanted out of our time in Scotland and delivered a truly perfect itinerary!!"
Reviewed By Demi M.