Scotland Tours for Seniors

Explore over 5,000 years of history on this 12-day Scotland tour for seniors. From the wild Orkney Islands to royal Edinburgh, travel with a historian guide to discover neolithic remains, medieval towns, and the wondrous landscapes for which Scotland is famous. This is a slow-paced tour that includes many iconic highlights, such as whisky tasting, castles, Viking times, and coastlines.

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.

From the enduring walls of Stirling Castle to the delicate stylings of the High Kirk of Edinburgh, from the wild beauty of the Highlands to the elegant grandeur of Europe’s best hotels, from the serene mornings to the nights of Scottish revelry: while this may be your first vacation to Scotland, you can be sure it won’t be the last.

Journey to verdant landscapes for a dreamy eight-day Scottish highlands tour. Enjoy bustling Edinburgh and the narrow cobblestone streets of the downtown. Partake in classic Scottish cuisine and treat yourself to a glass of traditional Scotch. Venture off to the countryside for an immersive tour of untouched rivers and Victorian architecture. Discover the remote Isle of Skye. Embrace the endless epic ambiance for the ultimate sightseeing opportunities across Scotland.

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.

Exclusive and enchanting, this handcrafted tour explores the finest highlights of two Celtic nations. Private and flexible, it mixes urban and rural highlights, starting with several nights in an Irish castle. Discover Dublin, explore Edinburgh, then bask in the beauty of rural Scotland. Think fjords, abbeys, coastlines, royal legacies, famous distilleries, taking a stroll past karsts and glens. This is a relaxed tour tailored for senior travelers. Visit the Ireland and Scotland tours page on Zicasso for more travel ideas.

Family comes first on this 10-day Scottish ancestry tour, tracing the historic footsteps of your family heritage. Step beyond into the land of oral history and legend, where you clan name was your lifeblood. This custom tailored trip will take you to witness battlefields, grand castles, island life, and ancestral mythology. Traverse the magnificent landscape of Scotland and find the wonders that shaped your genealogical past. From ancient stones to Roman ruins, heritage archives to friendly local pubs, there is no end to the connections you will make in Scotland.

Your exclusive tour of Scotland is custom-tailored to ensure every day focuses on creating a private access journey for your comfortable exploration. Castles retain their image of nobility as they rise above the dense forests and manicured gardens. Cobblestone streets take you back in time to the historical beginnings of fabled cities. The gentle swish of a golf club grazes the trimmed grass outside a historical society. Cathedral steeples tower over the expansive flatlands and mountain peaks shape the fascinating skyline. Experience artistry and elegance, ruggedness and beauty when you discover the elite luxuries of Scotland.

The Atlantic Ocean creeps into the Firth of Clyde and brushes against the shore. Lighthouses illuminate the cobalt water. Sandy beaches turn into grassy hills. Spectators watch people golf as if each individual were a professional. Your 8-day tour of British Open clubs in Scotland takes you from Ayr to St. Andrews in the name of golf history. Spend your days playing coastal courses and your evenings relaxing in the luxuries of five-star hotels. You can feel the exclusivity of your golf excursion in the looming atmosphere of past victories and the comfortable ambiance of your resort style accommodation.

Few things are more fulfilling than the rich and succulent flavors of a gourmet meal after a day on the golf course. The scent of wet grass lingers around you and adds to the decadent aromas of earthy wine and dark chocolate soufflé. Delicate fish is brushed with smoky flavors; you sit in luxury and remember how you made par on the same hole as a British Open champion. This 8-day gourmet food, wine and golf vacation in Scotland pleasures all the senses, flush with stunning landscape and sensational foods, fresh-dewed grass, and your chance to capture your perfect swing.

There is no shortage of raw beauty and outdoor recreation in the coastal communities and highlands of Scotland, and this 13-day tour of both regions has been designed to provide plenty of both so that you can bask in the ambient charm of this unique corner of the UK. This tour will lead you from the capital of Edinburgh to the Firth of Moray in addition to making sure that you get a healthy dose of Scotland's culture, heritage, and history along the way.

This 17-day tour is handcrafted for senior travelers, with two-night stays in eight unique destinations. It is a journey through Irish coastline, thatched villages, Georgian splendor, Scottish Highlands and islands, beautiful capitals, medieval outposts, and Shakespearean tales. Ireland, Scotland, and England love to showcase their differences from each other. These are three countries distinguished by their cultural nuances, unique histories, and once in a lifetime experiences.