CIE Tours

12 Day Scottish Isles & Glens

Head a little off the beaten path on this tour of Scotland’s rugged Highlands, coastal byways, and the archaeological treasures on Orkney and the Isle of Skye.

Authentic Local Experiences:

  • July 26 – August 11 departures will have reserved seats for the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. All other departures will experience an exclusive Scottish Evening with dinner and traditional entertainment.
  • Spend two nights on Orkney exploring its fascinating heritage, including the prehistoric monuments of the Stone Age and the surprising role the island played during World War II.

Trip Highlights:

  • Dunrobin Castle
  • Inverewe Gardens
  • Isle of Skye
  • Loch Ness
  • Isle of Bute
  • Mount Stuart House and Gardens
  • Two Nights on Orkney Islands
  • Skara Brae
  • Eilean Donan Castle
  • Scottish Evening*

*July 26 – August 11 departures.

Dining Experiences:

  • 11 hot breakfasts (B) and 7 Dinners* (D)

*Meal counts vary on Tattoo departures, as the Scottish Evening is replaced with the Tattoo and an independent dinner.

Hotels:

  • Novotel Glasgow Centre Hotel, Glasgow (2)
  • Balmacara Hotel, near Kyle of Lochalsh (2)
  • Gairloch Hotel, Gairloch (1)
  • Ayre Hotel, Kirkwall (2)
  • Highland Hotel, Strathpeffer (1)
  • Crieff Hydro Hotel, Crieff (1)
  • Novotel Edinburgh Centre, Edinburgh (2)

Please note: On this off-the-beaten path tour, your hotels will match the Highland atmosphere. Most of them are locally owned, family-run, and independent.

04/10/2025 through 10/09/2025
04/10/2025 through 10/24/2025

Day 1

Picturesque Glasgow will instantly charm you with its collection of stunning architecture, historic landmarks, and trendy restaurants and bars. Scotland’s vibrant and eclectic cultural center, Glasgow is an essential destination for travelers to the United Kingdom.

One highlight of this eye-catching city includes its Gothic-style architecture, which seemingly transports you to the height of the Middle Ages. Glasgow Cathedral, perhaps the city’s most famous Gothic structure, boasts vaulted ceilings and magnificent stained-glass windows. The University of Glasgow, dating back to the fifteenth century, is replete with historic buildings, including the iconic arches of the Cloisters. Nearby Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, fashioned from deep red sandstone, houses thousands of unique pieces of European art and remains one of Glasgow’s most visited tourist attractions. Other notable sites include the Victorian-era City Chambers, the sprawling Necropolis cemetery, and the lush, colorful Botanic Gardens near Kibble Palace.

Indulge in Glasgow’s culinary scene and social life! Be sure to tour one of the city’s distilleries to sample local whisky, or step inside any of the historic pubs scattered throughout the city center and buy a fresh pint of ale. Savor a full Scottish breakfast, complete with eggs, black pudding, and baked beans, or better yet, try some spicy curry, a favorite meal for many Glaswegians. Live music and nighttime bar crawls are a must in Glasgow; stop by King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut, which has hosted many of today’s iconic bands, and you might just catch the next up-and-coming act.

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Day 4 The Isle of Skye is said to be the ancient island were warriors of the famed Red Branch of Irish mythology trained.
Day 5
Day 6 Known as the place where the game of golf originated, Dornoch is located along the northeastern coast of Scotland.
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Day 11 In Edinburgh, an ancient fortress looms, the hills are steep, and travelers delight in the hidden charms of the Old Town and New Town. Hike to find spectacular views on Arthur's Seat, shop the downhill streets of the Royal Mile, and visit Edinburgh Castle, an imposing royal fortress that defines this city's skyline. Distillery tours celebrating Scotland's famous national drink (scotch) are also quite popular.
Day 12 In Edinburgh, an ancient fortress looms, the hills are steep, and travelers delight in the hidden charms of the Old Town and New Town. Hike to find spectacular views on Arthur's Seat, shop the downhill streets of the Royal Mile, and visit Edinburgh Castle, an imposing royal fortress that defines this city's skyline. Distillery tours celebrating Scotland's famous national drink (scotch) are also quite popular.

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