Classical Scotland is an ideal tour for a first-time visitor covering Scotland’s most famous highlights. Travelers will experience the beautiful Isle of Skye and other legendary places including Loch Ness, along with the historical cities of Edinburgh and Inverness. This journey includes some of Scotland’s most famous routes, going from the capital city of Edinburgh to the rugged Highlands. Take a road trip through the famous landscapes, ancient ruins and old settlements where many of Scotland’s greatest stories come to life.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Independent TourTypically a private tour undertaken by one or two travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
English
Destinations
Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, Ob
Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, Oban, Isle of Skye, Inverness, Perth
This was a fun trip, but it was very fast-paced. It gave a great overview of all that the UK and Ireland have to offer, but there wasn’t enough time to see very much of it in depth. It’s perfect for helping you pick out the places you want to see again in more detail. It involves a fair amount of riding around on the coach, but the route is consistently planned with carefully spaced “comfort” breaks. Some of the stops in small towns were given too much time, when there wasn’t much to do or see, and some of the stops could have been longer, when there was a lot to see or do. Our Tour Director was excellent, and so was our driver. Most of the hotels were very nice, with a few that were just OK. The included group dinners weren’t very exciting, but they were reasonable and tasty.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
London, Lake District, Liverpool
London, Lake District, Liverpool, Dublin, Belfast, County Donegal, Galway, Killarney, Waterford, Plymouth, York, Edinburgh, Scottish Highlands, Isle Of Skye, Glasgow
Experience some of Scotland’s most iconic walks, like the West Highland Way and the Great Glen Way, and take on Ben Nevis – the highest peak in Scotland and the entire United Kingdom – with two experts by your side. Fort William, located on the shores of Loch Linnhe, is famous for being the gateway to Ben Nevis and will be your home away from home on this trip. Trek through an ever-changing landscape, rich in Scottish culture and dramatic scenery and after each active day, unwind in a charming Scottish town with atmospheric pubs to celebrate!
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
I concluded the UK/Ireland/France trip in mid-October and am still
raving about it. Trip well-organized, and very knowledgeable guides. Can’t wait to travel again.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Paris, London, Inverness, Cambri
Paris, London, Inverness, Cambridge, Rennes, Val de Loire, Durham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dublin, Liverpool, St Malo
On this unique journey through the most ancient and remarkable cities in England. Explore London, the famous capital remains one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities, and diversity infuses daily life, food, music, and fashion. Visit the city’s landmarks such as the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and Big Ben. Continue to Durham, en route stop in Cambridge known for the world’s most famous universities. Then head to York, one of the oldest cities in England. Continue your journey by crossing into Scotland. Discover Scotland’s Capital city, Edinburgh, where you will enjoy a guided tour of the historical city. Admire the Edinburgh Castle. Travel through the highland, stop in the Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry and admire its Scottish Baronial architecture. Continue your journey to spend the night in the Highland capital of Inverness and prepare for a day of glorious Scottish scenery on your drive along the shores of Loch Ness. We proceed to Glasgow and explore the eclectic streets of Glasgow. We then head to Dublin via Belfast. We explore the iconic sights of Dublin. We continue through centuries of Irish history and to some of the most stunning natural highlights that the island of Ireland has to offer. In the north, experience the imposing Rock of Cashel, the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, drive the tourist trail of The Ring Of Kerry. This trip will give you the chance to explore the true hidden gems of the old west Clare, the Kingdom of Kerry, and the medieval city of Kilkenny. We will continue to Stratford, the hometown of Shakespeare finally arriving in London where your tour ends.
On this unique journey through the most ancient and remarkable cities in Britain. Explore London, the famous capital remains one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities, and diversity infuses daily life, food, music, and fashion. Visit the city’s landmarks, such as the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and Big Ben. Continue to Durham, and en route stop in Cambridge, known for the world’s most famous universities. Then head to York, one of the oldest cities in England. Continue your journey by crossing into Scotland. Discover the major highlights of Scotland. The tour will start in Scotland’s Capital city, Edinburgh, where you will enjoy a guided tour of the historical city. Admire the Edinburgh Castle. Travel through the highland, stop in the Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry, and admire its Scottish Baronial architecture. Continue your journey to spend the night in the Highland capital of Inverness and prepare for a day of glorious Scottish scenery on your drive along the shores of Loch Ness. We proceed to Glasgow and explore the eclectic streets of Glasgow. We then head to Dublin via Belfast. We explore the iconic sights of Dublin. We will continue to Stratford, the hometown of Shakespeare, and finally arrive in London, where your tour ends.
The entire trip was wonderful. I’m unable to single out just one city or experience because I enjoyed it all equally. I signed up for every optional experience and was not disappointed. I loved the ruins and the history from both our tour director and the specialists brought on in various areas.
Experience the magic of the British Isles on the 12-day Scotland and Ireland tour, designed for seniors and seasoned travelers who appreciate relaxed exploration. From Edinburgh’s historic streets to the rolling Highlands of Inverness, then across the Irish Sea to Dublin, Limerick, and beyond, this easy-paced sightseeing trip brings together castles, lochs, and lively cities. With comfortable accommodations, guided visits, and rich storytelling, you’ll uncover the legends and landscapes that define Scotland and Ireland. The tour’s unique advantage? A curated route that captures both the grandeur and warmth of these Celtic lands, making every day a gentle, rewarding discovery.
On this unique journey through the most ancient and remarkable cities in Britain. Explore London, the famous capital remains one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities, and diversity infuses daily life, food, music, and fashion. Visit the city’s landmarks, such as the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and Big Ben. Continue to Durham, en route stop in Cambridge, known for the world’s most famous universities. Then head to York, one of the oldest cities in England. Continue your journey by crossing into Scotland. Discover the major highlights of Scotland. The tour will start in Scotland’s Capital city, Edinburgh, where you will enjoy a guided tour of the historic city. Admire the Edinburgh Castle. Travel through the highland, stop in the Victorian mountain resort of Pitlochry and admire its Scottish Baronial architecture. Take a spirited tour of Blair Athol’s Whiskey Distillery. Continue your journey to spend the night in the Highland capital of Inverness and prepare for a day of glorious Scottish scenery on your drive along the shores of Loch Ness. Finally, you will end your tour in Glasgow. Explore the eclectic streets of Glasgow.
These are full days packed with lots of information, the bus and all the people in it become family. You don’t have to be fit but there is a lot of walking. They help to get you into places where you’d otherwise have to queue up for hours. Amazing scenery
It was excellent and we saw heaps.
Would like to have had time to see Shakespeare’s grave in church before we went to museum as church was closed by the time we got back to hotel.
An extra night in Liverpool
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
London, Glasgow, Londonderry, Sl
London, Glasgow, Londonderry, Sligo, Limerick, Killarney, Ring Of Kerry, Cork, Dublin, Liverpool, Stratford-upon-Avon, Cardiff, Plymouth, York, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Wick, Orkney Islands, Isle Of Skye
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