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Signature: Scotland’s Edinburgh, the Highlands & Loch Lomond

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8 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
1 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Highlights

Board the Royal Yacht Britannia for a before the crowds private tour through Queen Elizabeth’s beloved yacht.

Walk the Royal Mile and reimagine Edinburgh through the eyes of a formerly unhoused professional guide.

Gather around a Highland table for an afternoon of storytelling live music and local fare at a Traditional Pub.

Itinerary

Scotland's history is written in stone from Edinburgh's cobblestone wynds to the windswept battlefields of the Highlands and the glass-like waters of Loch Lomond. Explore medieval castles, walk the birthplace of golf, and sail through iconic Highland scenery on an expedition that moves between Scotland's turbulent past and vibrant present.

day 1Edinburgh

Welcome to the Athens of the North. Your expedition begins in Edinburgh, where medieval spires and neoclassical grandeur dominate the skyline. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Later, join your National Geographic Expedition Leader and National Geographic Expedition Expert for an engaging presentation that sets the stage for your time in the Highlands. As the evening light softens over the city's volcanic crags, gather with your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner, marking the start of your Scottish exploration with a feast of local flavours and warm hospitality.

Meal
Dinner
Accomodation
The Bonham Hotel (or similar)
Transport
Arrival Transfer Duration : 0.5 hr - 1.0 hr
Included Activity
Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group Duration : 1.0 hr - 1.0 hr

day 2Edinburgh

day 3Edinburgh

day 4Edinburgh/Inverness

day 5Inverness

day 6Inverness/Loch Lomond

day 7Loch Lomond

day 8Loch Lomond/Glasgow

What's Included

Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights)
Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Note: Allow USD155-205 for meals not included.
Transport
Private Vehicle, Walking, BoatAll transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
National Geographic Expedition Leader and National Geographic Expedition Expert throughout
Included activities
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group, EdinburghSignature Moment: Before-Hours Private Visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia, EdinburghYour Foodie Moment: Traditional Scottish Style Lunch with Music, InvernessArrival and departure transfersEdinburgh Castle VisitSocial Enterprise Walking Tour, EdinburghSee the Falkirk WheelStirling Castle VisitVisit Glenturret Distillery with Tasting, CrieffChoice of Walk in St AndrewsStop for Lunch in PitlochryGuided Visit of Culloden Battlefield, InvernessVisit of Cawdor Castle & Gardens, InvernessTraditional Scottish Style Lunch with Music, InvernessUrquhart Castle Visit, Loch NessFort William Walk and Free TimeGlencoe Picture StopPrivate Loch Lomond Cruise Optional Walks Around Cameron House Woods, Loch LomondEngaging Discussions with the National Geographic Expert ThroughoutPorterage at hotels and when getting on and off of vehiclesTips are included for all activities, meals and porterage, except for your Expedition Leader

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