Highlights of Scotland 8 Days
- Embark on a world-renowned train journey through the breathtaking Highlands along the iconic West Highland Railway, with stunning views of the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct.
- Discover Fort William, where you'll relish breath-taking views of Ben Nevis, the UK's highest peak.
- Take a private bus tour of the captivating Trotternish Peninsula on Skye.
- Set out on a scenic boat excursion across the mystical waters of Loch Ness, with the possibility of a lucky sighting of its famous inhabitant.
- Join a walking tour of Edinburgh led by a local specialist, offering a unique perspective while supporting a social enterprise that empowers individuals with lived experience of homelessness to become guides.
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Highlights of Scotland
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(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Day 1 | Glasgow
Glasgow
Welcome to Scotland! Glasgow is one of Europe's most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities and this is where your adventure begins. It boasts world famous art collections, and is famed for its Victorian and art nouveau architecture. The city has some of the best shopping in the UK outside of London, first-class sports and leisure facilities, as well as a vast array of restaurants, bars and exciting nightlife. You’ll have a welcome meeting att 6 pm to meet your trip leader and fellow travellers. If you arrive early, why not take a stroll along the River Clyde, once at the heart of the city’s ship building industry. Alternatively, you can head into the city center, just a short walk way, where you'll find a renowned shopping district and stunning architecture at every turn. After the meeting, enjoy a meal at a nearby restaurant, and then the rest of the evening is yours to explore at your leisure.
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Day 2 | Fort William
Fort William
After a short walk to the train station this morning, catch the early morning train, the world-famous West Highland Line, where your adventure really begins. The West Highland Line from Glasgow to Fort William is a captivating railway journey that takes you through some of Scotland's most breathtaking landscapes. Arriving in Fort William early afternoon gives the group time to explore this famous town. Fort William is world famous for the huge variety of outdoor activities available and of course is home to the highest mountain in the UK, Ben Nevis. The afternoon is free, so why not take a short walk into the countryside with your new friends or do some shopping in the town. Maybe jump in a taxi to the Nevis Range Gondola, which offers incredible elevated views of this wild region.
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Picture yourself standing before ancient castles that guard misty lochs and on stunning cliffs with waterfalls cascading down — this is Scotland. From the brightly coloured murals on the bustling streets of Glasgow, to Fort William, an adventurer's playground, you’ll spend eight days exploring cobblestone streets and grassy landscapes. Explore the mystical Isle of Skye and mythological Loch Ness, where the murky depths hide a Scottish legend. See Inverness, vibrant and historic and learn tales of battles and folklore. End your journey in Edinburgh, a city of contrasts, where the old and new coexist, where nature and culture and where every corner holds a piece of history. With the right balance of small-group adventure and free time to explore, this trip will allow Scotland's unique magic to captivate your heart.
Inclusions
- Fort William - West Highland Railway Line train journey
- Isle of Skye - Leader-led Whisky Tasting
- Glenfinnan - Railway Viaduct view
- Isle of Skye - Guided hike
- Isle of Skye - Guided private bus tour of Trotternish Peninsula
- Fort Augustus - Loch Ness Boat Cruise
- Inverness - Culloden Battlefield visit
- Inverness - River Ness walk
- Edinburgh - Invisible Cities guided walking tour
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Meeting Points
- Hotel Indigo Glasgow, 75 Waterloo St, G2 7DA, United Kingdom
End Points
- The Bruntsfield Hotel, 69 Bruntsfield Place, United Kingdom
