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Country Roads of Scotland - Classic Group

Tour, Escorted tour

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Country Roads Of Scotland - Classic Group
Set foot on the stomping grounds of the Military Tattoo in Edinburgh, see the grand Georgian architecture of Glasgow and sail across the sea to the Isle of Skye-the most beautiful island of the Inner Hebrides. Enjoy a quieter pace of life on the tranquil Orkney islands as you explore the 1000-year-old Norse Town of Kirkwall and the mysterious Ring of Brodgar. In Wick, whet your whistle with a wee dram of whisky at the Old Pulteney Distillery or visit the fascinating Heritage Museum on this Insight Choice. After exploring the charming cobbled streets of St. Andrews, enjoy cream tea at Atholl Palace.


Dining Summary
  • 6 Dinner (D)
  • 8 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Afternoon Tea (AT)
Choice Highlights
  • Choose between two carefully selected activities
  • Wick: Visit the highly rated Wick Heritage Museum to gain a full picture of this once thriving fishing community and how your visit helps keep the story of this town alive. The Wick Society is committed to preserving and promoting Wick's proud heritage for the inspiration of future generations. They collect, collate and display the many artefacts that tell the history of Wick and their community ethos is one of welcome and sharing. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities.
  • Wick: Appreciate the distinctive flavors of a selection of whiskies as you share a wee dram with a master distiller.
Authentic Dining
  • Edinburgh: Enjoy a relaxing dinner at a local restaurant and get to know your fellow travelers.
  • Pitlochry: Atholl Palace, built as a Victorian Baronial retreat, is over 130 years old. The Palace plays host to your afternoon tea. You are welcomed into the banqueting room to enjoy a traditional afternoon tea accompanied by sandwiches, scones, Scottish shortbread and traditional Scottish tablet.
  • Glencoe: Your adventure culminates with a wonderful evening enjoying the best Highland hospitality and market-fresh ingredients.
Insight Choice
  • Wick: Visit the highly rated Wick Heritage Museum to gain a full picture of this once thriving fishing community and how your visit helps keep the story of this town alive. The Wick Society is committed to preserving and promoting Wick's proud heritage for the inspiration of future generations. They collect, collate and display the many artefacts that tell the history of Wick and their community ethos is one of welcome and sharing. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities.
  • Wick: Appreciate the distinctive flavors of a selection of whiskies as you share a wee dram with a master distiller.
Make Travel Matter
  • Glencoe: Join a ranger in the spectacular Valley of Glencoe, learn about the protection of this rare ecosystem and the important work reintroducing lost indigenous species to its flora and fauna. The Natural Reserve carries out important scientific research and conversation initiatives to protect the fragile biodiversity including rare alpine flowers, mosses, mountain hares, red deer and birdlife such as golden eagles. . Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Top Rated Highlights
  • Edinburgh: A hush descends and eyes turn to the castle. The skirl of the pipes rises and drums crack the night air as a tide of tunics and tartan flood from the drawbridge. For a limited time in August, witness the incredible spectacle of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
  • Edinburgh: Visit Edinburgh Castle to view the Scottish Crown Jewels, Mons Meg and other artefacts with your Local Expert.
  • Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Expert as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse.
  • St. Andrews: Visit the university town where the famous beach scene from 'Chariots of Fire' was filmed and see the golf course where the sport was created.
  • Inverness: See the River Ness, Inverness Castle and beautiful scenery as you explore the history of this Highland city.
  • Inverness: At the exciting Culloden Visitor Center, discover why the Battle of Culloden lasted only an hour yet changed the Highland way of life forever.
  • Loch Ness: Drive along the shores in search of the legendary monster.
  • Orkney Islands: Cruise to the windswept Orkney Islands on a full day guided journey. Come face-to-face with relics spanning human history, from pagan stone circles to reminders of wartime tragedy. Visit the 5000-year-old village of Skara Brae.
  • Isle of Skye: See the dramatic Cuillin Hills and stay in pretty Broadford.
  • Eilean Donan: Stop for a photo of this gorgeous castle built on an island in the Loch.
  • Fort William: Enjoy an excellent view of Ben Nevis from the World War II Commando Memorial.
  • Glencoe: Your Travel Director will lead you on an orientation of this Highland village on Loch Leven.
  • Loch Lomond: Enjoy time to explore the beautiful 'Queen of Scottish Lochs'.
  • Glasgow: See the grand public buildings, including George Square and St. Mungo's Cathedral.

8 Nights Starting At
August 11, 2025 through August 18, 2025
Book by:
August 14, 2025 7:00 PM
Airfare not included, Various departures
Itinerary Map
Itinerary Overview
Day 5
A Day in the Orkney Islands
Day 6
Over the Sea to Skye
Day 7
Through the Scottish Highlands to Glencoe Relaxed Start
Day 8
Along the Bonnie Banks of Loch Lomond to Glasgow Relaxed Start
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8 Nights from $4,950.00 (USD) Per Person
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August 14, 2025 7:00 PM
8 Nights from $3,596.00 (USD) Per Person
Please Call, Book by 2024-12-21 to receive $399.00 Last Minute Deal Discount. Airfare not included
April 08, 2025 7:00 PM
8 Nights from $4,375.00 (USD) Per Person
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April 22, 2025 7:00 PM
8 Nights from $4,475.00 (USD) Per Person
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May 22, 2025 7:00 PM
8 Nights from $4,495.00 (USD) Per Person
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May 27, 2025 7:00 PM
8 Nights from $4,495.00 (USD) Per Person
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June 05, 2025 7:00 PM
8 Nights from $4,495.00 (USD) Per Person
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June 10, 2025 7:00 PM
8 Nights from $4,095.00 (USD) Per Person
Book by 2025-02-28 to receive $455.00 Last Minute Deal Discount. Airfare not included
June 24, 2025 7:00 PM
8 Nights from $4,028.00 (USD) Per Person
Book by 2025-03-09 to receive $447.00 Last Minute Deal Discount. Airfare not included, Various departures
July 24, 2025 7:00 PM
8 Nights from $4,950.00 (USD) Per Person
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August 05, 2025 7:00 PM
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August 19, 2025 7:00 PM
8 Nights from $4,525.00 (USD) Per Person
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September 11, 2025 7:00 PM
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September 16, 2025 7:00 PM
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