Classic Scotland: Edinburgh to the Highlands

7 nights from $5445

7 nights

Classic Scotland: Edinburgh to the Highlands

Discover classic Scotland on an eight-day journey from Edinburgh into the Highlands, blending iconic castles, scenic rail and boat rides, gentle walks, and a whisky tasting.

$5445 pp excluding flights $778 per night
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Discover classic Scotland on an eight-day journey from Edinburgh into the Highlands, blending iconic castles, scenic rail and boat rides, gentle walks, and a whisky tasting.
  • Experience classic Scotland, from historic Edinburgh to the majestic Highlands
  • Take a walking tour of the capital, climbing Arthur’s Seat for far-reaching views
  • Board a historic steam train for a scenic journey on the Heritage Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway
  • Dive into the history and heritage of Scotland at the Balmoral Estate and ancient castles
  • Enjoy a picturesque boat ride on the tranquil waters of Loch Lomond
  • Sip single malt Scotch whisky on a tour of Royal Lochnagar Distillery

For this Scottish adventure, we stay in a trio of hotels, two in the city and one in the Pitlochry countryside.



Superior room upgrades are available throughout the itinerary – speak to your sales representative for more details. 



Edinburgh: Radisson Blu, Edinburgh City Centre (nights 1-2)







Spend the first two nights at Radisson Blu, which occupies a prime address in the Royal Mile. The four-star property has 238 rooms, which are modern in style and come with rain showers. The hotel is also home to the Itchycoo Bar & Kitchen, which serves Scottish dishes created with local ingredients. There is also a health club with an indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym.



Dunblane: DoubleTree by Hilton Dunblane Hydro (nights 3-5)







Taking over what was a Victorian health spa resort, this DoubleTree by Hilton has a long history of hospitality. The traditional rooms have views over the Perthshire countryside, plus there’s The Kailyard by Nick Nairn restaurant, which serves farm-to-fork dishes. The hotel also has an indoor pool, sauna, steam room and fitness room.



Pitlochry: Atholl Palace Hotel (nights 6-7)







The Atholl Palace has classic Scottish countryside elegance with traditional rooms decorated with original features. The property also has award-winning gardens and, should you wish to treat yourself, a spa. There’s also plenty of food and drink options, including the Verandah Restaurant, which serves Scottish produce with views over the Tummel Valley, and the Stags Head Bar, where you can enjoy malt whiskies and their own Atholl Palace Gin.

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