Highlights
Explore Edinburgh
Discover Glasgow
Visit Edinburgh Castle, Pitlochry, Culloden Battlefield, the Isle of Skye, a whisky distillery in Glasgow and Stirling Castle
View the 18th green at St. Andrews, Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness and Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands, Loch Lomond, Glasgow Cathedral, the Necropolis and George Square in Glasgow
Deluxe coach travel
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
4-star stays
Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Specialist as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse.
St. Andrews: Visit the university town where the famous beach scene from 'Chariots of Fire' was filmed and see the golf course where the sport was created.
Scottish Highlands: Take in the beauty of the Highlands on a scenic drive past glens, lochs and dramatic peaks. Watch the landscape shift as you travel deeper into one of Scotland’s most striking regions.
Inverness: Visit the site of the final Jacobite Rising, where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s forces were defeated in 1746. Walk the battlefield and learn how this short but brutal conflict changed the course of Scottish history.
Eilean Donan: See one of Scotland’s most iconic castles, set where three lochs meet. Framed by rugged mountains and often shrouded in mist, it’s a favourite film location and one of the country’s most photographed landmarks.
Fort William: Enjoy an excellent view of Ben Nevis from the World War II Commando Memorial.
Glencoe: Drive through Glencoe, a Highland valley known for steep mountains, open moorland and clan history. Your Travel Director shares context on the area’s past as you follow the road through one of Scotland’s best-known landscapes, with views that show the scale and character of the Highlands.
Glasgow: See the grand public buildings of Glasgow, including George Square.
Stirling: Visit Stirling and see its castle, once the seat of Scottish royalty.
Glasgow: Visit Clydeside Distillery for a tour and a tasting of their whisky as you learn of their long history.
Glencoe: Join a wildlife ranger in Glencoe and learn about the rich biodiversity of wildlife including insects, invertebrates and mammals, such as otter and fallow deer. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Kilmarnock: Experience an intimate farewell to Scotland at Craufurdland Castle, just 30 minutes south of Glasgow. This exclusive Trafalgar event offers an evening steeped in Scottish heritage and hospitality, hosted by the 29th Laird of Craufurdland, Simon Houison Craufurd, and his wife, Adity. Guests will arrive at the castle, where Simon and Adity will lead a private tour through historic rooms like the Gothic Hall, The Blue Dining Room, and King Charles' bedroom, sharing tales of the castle’s royal connections and legacy. Enjoy a 3-course dinner in The Laird’s Table, a restaurant within the castle that features furniture crafted by Simon himself. Relish locally sourced dishes paired with wine or soft drinks, plus fresh bread, butter, tea, and coffee. With only Trafalgar guests in attendance, this exclusive experience promises a warm and personal farewell, rich with the Craufurds’ stories, Scottish history, and a commitment to sustainable hospitality that makes Craufurdland Castle truly unforgettable.
Selected hotel dinners plus a locally hosted meal
4-star stays
Edinburgh: Explore the city with your Local Specialist as you travel along Princes Street to see the Scott Memorial, the neoclassical Adam facades of New Town and the official Scottish residence of the King, Palace of Holyroodhouse.
St. Andrews: Visit the university town where the famous beach scene from 'Chariots of Fire' was filmed and see the golf course where the sport was created.
Scottish Highlands: Take in the beauty of the Highlands on a scenic drive past glens, lochs and dramatic peaks. Watch the landscape shift as you travel deeper into one of Scotland’s most striking regions.
Inverness: Visit the site of the final Jacobite Rising, where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s forces were defeated in 1746. Walk the battlefield and learn how this short but brutal conflict changed the course of Scottish history.
Eilean Donan: See one of Scotland’s most iconic castles, set where three lochs meet. Framed by rugged mountains and often shrouded in mist, it’s a favourite film location and one of the country’s most photographed landmarks.
Fort William: Enjoy an excellent view of Ben Nevis from the World War II Commando Memorial.
Glencoe: Drive through Glencoe, a Highland valley known for steep mountains, open moorland and clan history. Your Travel Director shares context on the area’s past as you follow the road through one of Scotland’s best-known landscapes, with views that show the scale and character of the Highlands.
Glasgow: See the grand public buildings of Glasgow, including George Square.
Stirling: Visit Stirling and see its castle, once the seat of Scottish royalty.
Glasgow: Visit Clydeside Distillery for a tour and a tasting of their whisky as you learn of their long history.
Glencoe: Join a wildlife ranger in Glencoe and learn about the rich biodiversity of wildlife including insects, invertebrates and mammals, such as otter and fallow deer. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Kilmarnock: Experience an intimate farewell to Scotland at Craufurdland Castle, just 30 minutes south of Glasgow. This exclusive Trafalgar event offers an evening steeped in Scottish heritage and hospitality, hosted by the 29th Laird of Craufurdland, Simon Houison Craufurd, and his wife, Adity. Guests will arrive at the castle, where Simon and Adity will lead a private tour through historic rooms like the Gothic Hall, The Blue Dining Room, and King Charles' bedroom, sharing tales of the castle’s royal connections and legacy. Enjoy a 3-course dinner in The Laird’s Table, a restaurant within the castle that features furniture crafted by Simon himself. Relish locally sourced dishes paired with wine or soft drinks, plus fresh bread, butter, tea, and coffee. With only Trafalgar guests in attendance, this exclusive experience promises a warm and personal farewell, rich with the Craufurds’ stories, Scottish history, and a commitment to sustainable hospitality that makes Craufurdland Castle truly unforgettable.
Itinerary
From the historic heart of Edinburgh to the vibrant cityscape of Glasgow, the Best of Scotland tour invites you to explore the country’s legendary sights and untamed highlands over 7 days. This easy-paced sightseeing trip is crafted for experienced travelers, guiding you through iconic landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, the enigmatic Loch Ness, and the rolling glens of the Highlands. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, expert guidance, and seamless travel between cities. The unique selling point: a well-rounded tour package that captures Scotland’s romance, history, and natural splendor—all in one unforgettable trip.
day 1Welcome to Edinburgh
Get lost in the narrow lanes of Edinburgh the Scottish capital with a mystical air that combines ancient heritage with the verve of a modern city. Spend your day at leisure delving into its rich history and embracing the warm culture of the Scots, before joining your travel companions and Travel Director for dinner.
day 2Discover Enchanting Edinburgh
day 3Venture into the Scottish Highlands
day 4Explore Culloden, Loch Ness and the Isle of Skye
day 5Journey to Thriving Glasgow
day 6Walk the Walls of Stirling Castle
day 7Farewell Glasgow
What's Included
Customer Reviews
Very extensive, covers many high spots. The optional excursions were well chosen.
The Best of Scotland tour with Trafalgar was a great experience. The tour takes you from Edinburgh, the Scottish Highlands and ends in Glascow. The director and the bus drivers are top notch and made the tour run fantastic. We were able to see the highlights we were looking for, plus had time to explore on our own. The Inn in the highlands was out in the country and was run by a fantastic family. We did take part in all the extra excursions and had a great time.
The first and last days were a bit more relaxed for me compared to the mid-days, which were fast paced, but the scenery definitely made up for it! Another thing that made the trip more easygoing was that we spent two nights at each hotel, so we didn’t have to constantly pack and unpack while still seeing numerous sites in Scotland. A personal tip from me would be to do a bit of research into Scottish culture, history and landmarks to get an idea of what might interest you most, so you can optimize your free time and prioritize accordingly.
I liked the variety of places we went. I would like the optional experiences to be included in the tour price so I don't have to worry about paying for them later.
all in a nutshell...good overall experience of Scotlan
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