Discover Scotland featuring the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

What's Included

• Overnight Flight

  An overnight flight transports you to a country of stunning landscapes, lively cities, and stirring history.

• Local Restaurant Visit

  Begin your Scottish adventure with a visit to a local restaurant, including a piping demonstration and a welcome dinner.

• Whisky Distillery Tour

  Enjoy a guided tour and tasting at a local whisky distillery.

• Ferry Ride to Isle of Skye

  Take a ferry ride to the stunning Isle of Skye, known as Eilean a' Cheò (The Misty Isle).

• Loch Ness Cruise

  Enjoy a cruise on Loch Ness, one of Britain’s most famous bodies of water.

• Orkney Islands Adventure

  Ferry to the Orkney Islands, a former Viking stronghold, and explore with a local guide.

• Dunrobin Castle Visit

  Visit the majestic Dunrobin Castle, dating back to the 1300s.

• Culloden Battlefield Experience

  Visit the atmospheric battlefield of Culloden, where the Jacobite Rising came to a tragic end.

• Sheepdog Demonstration

  Visit a family-run farm in the Highlands and watch sheepdogs at work.

• Edinburgh Castle Tour

  Visit Edinburgh Castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels.

• Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

  Take your seat at the spectacular, world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

What's Not Included

• Meals

  Meals are not included unless specified in the itinerary.
  
  

• Personal Expenses

  Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional activities, and gratuities are not included.
  
  

• Optional Tours

  Optional tours and activities, such as the Scottish Cultural Show, are not included and may require additional payment.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
  
  

Experiences

Learn how the bagpipe, that quintessentially Scottish instrument, has become such an integral part of the country’s culture.Visit a family-run Highlands farm and watch sheepdogs at work in the mountain wilderness.Experience the powerful emotions of Culloden Battlefield, site of a profound turning point in Scottish history.

Options

Edinburgh: Scottish Cultural Show: A Night of Food, Song & Dance Join us for an entertaining evening of tastes, sights and sounds that are classically Scottish. Feast on a banquet prepared from a selection of local recipes. Your taste buds will savor the true flavor and goodness of this distinctive country. Tonight will be filled with entertainment including Highland pipers and dancers who deliver the very best in Scottish music, song and dance. Be prepared for a Scottish night of food, fun and many fond memories! Duration approximately 3 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

This option will not be offered on departures that include the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Transportation only included for those hotels that are not within walking distance.

Edinburgh: Scottish Cultural Show: A Night of Food, Song & Dance Join us for an entertaining evening of tastes, sights and sounds that are classically Scottish. Feast on a banquet prepared from a selection of local recipes. Your taste buds will savor the true flavor and goodness of this distinctive country. Tonight will be filled with entertainment including Highland pipers and dancers who deliver the very best in Scottish music, song and dance. Be prepared for a Scottish night of food, fun and many fond memories! Duration approximately 3 hour(s). Transportation is included. A minimum of 15 passenger(s) is required to operate this option.

This option will not be offered on departures that include the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Transportation only included for those hotels that are not within walking distance.

Culinaries

Listen to bagpipes as you savor modern Scottish fare.Enjoy an interactive cooking demonstration at one of Edinburgh's premier culinary institutions.

Must See

Journey through the stunning Isle of Skye while soaking up the dramatic views.Visit magnificent Edinburgh Castle, a stone fortress perched high above the city.Take in the spectacle of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, one of Scotland’s greatest events.

Choice Highlights

Bagpipe Demonstration

Whisky Tasting

Isle of Skye Skye, or the Isle of Skye, is the largest and most northerly large island of the archipelago of the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. At 639 square miles, Skye is the 2nd largest island in Scotland. The island’s main industries are tourism, agriculture, fishing and whiskey distilling. Since 1995, the island has been linked to the mainland of Scotland by a road bridge called the Skye Bridge.

Loch Ness Loch Ness is a large, deep freshwater loch in the Scottish Highlands extending approximately 23 miles southwest of the city of Inverness. Loch Ness is best known for the alleged sightings of the Loch Ness monster. While Loch Ness is not the largest Scottish loch by surface area, it is the largest by volume, with its deepest point at 755 feet.

Orkney Islands Off the coast of Northern Scotland, 10 miles from Duncansby Head in Caithness, lies a stunning archipelago comprised of 70 islands that are famously called the Orkney Islands. This breathtaking spot off the beaten path is waiting for your discovery. Voyage by ferry to the islands, keeping an eye out for an abundance of bird life, porpoises and seals. A local guide reveals its Viking heritage and introduces you to the wonders around you. To make the visit even more wonderful, visit Skara Brae and find the remains of a Neolithic village built at the same time as the Great Pyramid in Egypt. It’s a journey through history – a true highlight of your tour to fascinating Scotland.

Dunrobin Castle Dunrobin Castle is a stately home in Sutherland, on the east coast of the Highland area of Scotland. The castle dates back to the 13th century. Dunrobin castle is the largest castle in the Northern Highlands with 189 rooms. The castle’s architecture resembles a French chateau.

Culloden Battlefield Visit the historic Culloden Battlefield where, in April 1746, a half-hour battle changed the course of Scotland’s history when the House of Stuart and the House of Hanover violently clashed.

Sheepdog Demonstration Begin your day with a visit to a bucolic family run farm located in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. Enjoy watching precisely trained sheepdogs do their work with the mountain wilderness of Cairngorms National Park serving as a most excellent backdrop.

Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh Castle is a historic castle and fortress located in Edinburgh, Scotland. It sits atop Castle Rock in the city center and is an integral part of Edinburgh’s skyline. In present day the castle is a major tourist attraction for the city. It is the most visited paid visitor attraction in Scotland.

Scottish Cooking Demonstration

Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Since 1950 the iconic Edinburgh Military Tattoo has dazzled millions of spectators with performances from musicians, pipers, drummers, singers and dancers. This epic show, unique every year, takes place at the haunting Edinburgh Castle illuminated under the open sky. In the past, the show’s themes have paid tribute to nature, Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th birthday, and Scotland's homecoming, to name a few. This international festival comes alive with performers from a multitude of countries and audience members from around the world. Military pageantry and cultural celebrations, culminating with a spectacular fireworks display, set the stage for an amazing evening.

Mode of Transport

Travel through Scotland in comfort with a combination of overnight flights, motorcoach journeys, and ferry rides. Enjoy scenic drives through the Highlands and ferry crossings to the Isle of Skye and Orkney Islands, ensuring a seamless exploration of Scotland's stunning landscapes.

Accommodation

Stay in charming accommodations throughout Scotland, including the Maldron Hotel in Glasgow, the Ballachulish Hotel near Loch Linnhe, and the Castletown Hotel on the Isle of Skye. Experience the rustic environment of the Scottish Highlands with a two-night stay in Thurso.