DAY 1, Sunday - Depart for Scotland
Depart for Scotland

DAY 2, Monday - Arrive in Edinburgh
Arrive in Edinburgh and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a light dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Tuesday - Edinburgh City Tour
This morning join a local guide for a city tour of historic Edinburgh. The route will take you past the Scottish Parliament, the Museum of Scotland, the Royal Mile, Georgian New Town and Princes Street. Also included is a visit to Edinburgh Castle where you can see the Crown Room, and St. Margaret's Chapel. The balance of the day is at leisure. Tonight, perhaps attend the optional Scottish Dinner with Whisky Pairing
Optional: Scottish Dinner with Whisky Pairing (PM)
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4, Wednesday - Full Day in Edinburgh
Spend a day at leisure in the Scottish capital. Shop for traditional handicrafts and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this elegant city, known for its arts and military festivals. Catch one of the many museums or, join the optional morning tour to the former Royal Yacht Britannia. Learn about life aboard this elegant ship which has seen so many historic occasions. Continue to Holyrood Palace, official residence of the royal family in Scotland; see the State Apartments, Throne Room and priceless collection of tapestries and paintings
Optional: Half Day Royal Yacht Britannia & Holyrood Palace (AM)
Overnight: Edinburgh
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5, Thursday - St. Andrews, Glamis Castle, Aviemore
Sightseeing begins in the town of St. Andrews, renowned for its famous golf course and the University where Prince William studied. Continue to Glamis Castle, childhood home of the Queen Mother. Visit this well-preserved ancient Scottish castle with its literary connections to Shakespeare's Macbeth. Despite local legends of mysterious monsters and ghosts, the castle is still home to the Lyon family. Next, scenic views await you as you travel farther north into the Scottish Highlands and through the mountainous Cairngorms National Park. Arrive in the winter sports resort of Aviemore in time for dinner
Overnight: Aviemore
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 6, Friday - Carrbridge, Culloden Battlefield, Whisky Distillery & Tasting
Heading north from Aviemore you start the day with a photo stop in Carrbridge, a small Highland village which takes its name from the 18th century packhorse bridge which spans the local river. Continue to the site of the famous Culloden Battlefield near Inverness where the Jacobite forces faced the British army in 1746. This final battle marked the decisive collapse of the Jacobite uprisings and the beginning of the integration of the Highlands into the United Kingdom. A Visitor Center has been established to help preserve the battlefield and educate visitors about the battle through films and exhibitions. Next, tour a whisky distillery and enjoy a tasting before returning to Aviemore. The rest of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Aviemore
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7, Saturday - Loch Ness, Isle of Skye, Fort William
Today, drive to the most notorious site in all of Scotland, Loch Ness. There will be time to take pictures and try to spot the elusive Nessie in the largest lake in Scotland. The tour continues its exploration of the Highlands up into the Isle of Skye, passing Eilean Donan Castle and crossing Skye Bridge. Drive through the lush countryside to the Clan Donald Museum of the Isles before returning to the mainland. Arrive in Fort William for dinner and overnight
Overnight: Fort William
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 8, Sunday - Loch Lomond, Glasgow City Tour
Continue towards Loch Lomond and cruise on the lake, taking in the views of the surrounding Trossachs National Park. This afternoon, arrive in vibrant Glasgow, where you will take a tour of the city sights. Spend your evening at leisure
Overnight: Glasgow
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9, Monday - Stirling Castle
Begin the day with a visit to Stirling Castle, one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland. Then view the impressive "Kelpies," the world's largest equine sculptures and Scotland's latest iconic landmark rising majestically over the Forth & Clyde Canal. Return to Glasgow in late afternoon. Tonight during dinner, bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: Glasgow
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 10, Tuesday - Depart Scotland
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast

Please Note: Land Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.