Join Highland Way on an amazing Tour of Scotland.
Departing the USA on 16 August and returning on 27 August, 2025
Land Only Price $4,995
Single supplement $1,499 (very limited space available)
Group Air will be available in late September
Our Itinerary
Departure Day Saturday 16th August
Board your flight today for Scotland. (Group air will be available in late September)
Day 1 Sunday 17th August
Flights arrive into Glasgow Airport. Take a taxi to your city center hotel. Join your fellow travelers for dinner at your hotel.
Overnight: 4*Voco Grand Central Hotel. (D)
Day 2 Monday 18th August
After breakfast transfer to Falkirk Wheel, the world’s only rotating boat lift. Opened in 2002, the Falkirk Wheel links Forth & Clyde Canal to the Union Canal 35 meters above, allowing vessels to sail through the sky thanks to a unique fusion of art and engineering. Continue to the Helix Park to admire the largest equine sculptures in the world. Standing at 100ft tall and weighing more than 300 tons each, the magical Kelpies are a man-made wonder and a feat of engineering. The works of art, created by artist Andy Scott represent the lineage of the heavy horse of Scottish industry and economy, pulling the wagons, ploughs, barges and coal ships that shaped the geographical layout of Falkirk. In the evening experience the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a show that brings together the best of British Military with international performances from a global cast. At the end of the show transfer to the hotel.
Overnight: 4*Voco Grand Central Hotel. (B)
Day 3 Tuesday 19th August
Depart to Stirling Castle and discover one of Scotland’s greatest stone castles, surrounded on three sides by steep cliffs, giving it a strong defensive position. Before the union with England, Stirling Castle was a favored residence of many Scottish Kings and Queens who held grand celebrations from christenings to coronations. Next visit the Wallace Monument that tells the story of Scotland’s national hero, William Wallace who led his troops to victory at the Battle of Stirling Bridge. Continue onto Glengoyne Distillery for a tour followed by a tasting of their famous whisky. In the evening transfers to a music session at Machair Bar.
Overnight: 4*Voco Grand Central Hotel. (B)
Day 4 Wednesday 20th August
After breakfast discover Glasgow. Stop and visit the stunning Kelvingrove Art Galleries and Museum. Venture into the realm of art and immerse yourself in masterpieces from renowned artists. Admire the strokes of the French Impressionists, the innovative design of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, or the Spitfire soaring above the Life Gallery. As part of your tour admire the Glasgow City Mural. The street murals are unique pieces of art which Glaswegians, visitors and local business say are helping to enrich the city centre.
Dinner tonight at your hotel. Overnight: 4*Voco Grand Central Hotel. (B, D)
Day 5 Thursday 21st August
Today depart Glasgow for Oban via Loch Lomond. Visit the beautiful Inveraray Castle, in the county of Argyll, on the shore of Loch Fyne, Scotland’s longest sea loch. It is one of the earliest examples of Gothic Revival architecture. Its collection includes more than 1,300 pikes, muskets, swords and other weapons. Before arriving to Oban stop and discover Lochgilphead, an attractive town sitting by the Crinan Canal, which links Loch Fyne and the Clyde to the east with the Minch and Inner Hebrides to the west.
Dinner tonight at your hotel. Overnight: 3* Royal Hotel in Oban (B, D)
Day 6 Friday 22nd August
After breakfast enjoy a free day to explore in Oban. Oban is situated on the west coast of Scotland, overlooking the Firth of Lorn. The town is known for its stunning natural surroundings, including the picturesque Oban Bay and the nearby islands. Oban is often referred to as the “Gateway to the Isles” because it serves as a transportation hub for ferries to the Hebridean islands. The town is also famous for its seafood, particularly its fresh seafood restaurants and its annual Oban Seafood Festival.
Overnight: 3* Royal Hotel in Oban (B)
Day 7 Saturday 23rd August
After breakfast depart Oban for Fort William. Enjoy The Jacobite Train experience. This 84 mile round trip takes you past a list of impressive extremes. Starting near the highest mountain in Britain, Ben Nevis, it visits Britain’s most westerly mainland railway station, Arisaig; passes close by the deepest freshwater loch in Britain, Loch Morar and the shortest river in Britain, River Morar, finally arriving next to the deepest seawater loch in Europe, Loch Nevis! The end of the line, Mallaig was founded during the 1840s as a fishing village. From here take the Ferry to Armadale and continue to Portree, the capital of the Isle of Skye. Portree is only about 200 years old and was created as a fishing village at the beginning of the 19th century by the then Lord MacDonald. The name Portree or Port Righ, King’s Port in Gaelic, (as on the road signs) is popularly thought to derive from a visit by King James V (of Scotland) in 1540 but the area around the harbour was called Portree or Portray long before the arrival of the king. Its name really comes from the Gaelic for Port on the Slope. Dinner tonight at your hotel.
Overnight: 4 * Skeabost House Hotel in Isle of Skye (B, D)
Day 8 Sunday 24th August
After breakfast explore the beautiful Isle of Skye, a great destination for wildlife lovers, walkers and climbers. Stop to visit Dunvegan Castle, the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland. It has been the ancestral home of the Chiefs of clan MacLeod for 800 years. Originally designed as a fortress to keep people out, today you can tour an award-winning castle and Highland estate steeped in history and clan legend. This afternoon there will be opportunities to walk on the Trotternish Peninsula.
The Old Man Of Storr is a 55 meter high pinnacle of basalt rock which is all that remains of a 2,800 million year old volcanic plug. The rock face known as the Old Man of Storr gained its name because of the outline the rocks display. When viewing the sight, you may be able to see a resemblance of a man’s profile.
Dinner tonight at your hotel. Overnight: 4 * Skeabost House Hotel in Isle of Skye (B, D)
Day 9 Monday 25th August
After breakfast depart Skye via Eilean Donan Castle. Our first stop is this Scottish icon and certainly one of the most popular visitor attractions in the Highlands. Strategically located on its own little island, overlooking the Isle of Skye, at the point where three great sea-lochs meet, and surrounded by the majestic splendor of the forested mountains of Kintail, Eilean Donan Castle is truly breath-taking. Inside the castle you can wander round most of the fabulous internal rooms of the castle viewing period furniture, Jacobean artefacts, displays of weapons and fine art. Continue to Glencoe and explore the Lochaber area; prepare to be amazed by its wild beauty. Glencoe Valley a place of breathtaking natural beauty but also the site of the infamous massacre which took place in the early hours of 13th February 1692, when government troops, led by the Campbells, slaughtered the MacDonalds. Stop at the informative visitor center to learn more about this stunningly beautiful region. Continue to Loch Tay a magnificent dark stretch of water, 15 miles (24 km) long and around 508 ft deep. It’s the largest loch in Perthshire and one of the deepest in Scotland. Dinner tonight at your hotel.
Overnight: 4 * Fisher’s Hotel in Pitlochry (B, D)
Day 10 Tuesday 26th August
After breakfast depart Pitlochry and discover one of the most popular nature spots in Scotland, the Loch of the Lowes- Visitor Centre & Wildlife Reserve, that covers an area of 130 hectares near Dunkeld. Continue to Scone Palace, an amazing palace with over 1000 years of history, where Scottish kings Macbeth, Robert the Bruce and Charles II were once crowned. Scone Palace is surrounded by beautiful gardens and peaceful woodland, perfect for a gentle stroll. Dinner tonight at your hotel.
Overnight: 4*Voco Grand Central Hotel (B, D)
Day 11 Wednesday 27th August.
Breakfast at hotel. Private transfer to Glasgow airport for flights home. (B)
Circumstances beyond our control may require us to change the schedule. This tour is subject to the terms and conditions listed on www.isleinntours.com
B – Breakfast
L – Lunch
D – Dinner
Our Hotels
- 5 Nights at the 4 Star Voco Grand Central Hotel in Glasgow
- 2 nights at the 3 Star Royal Hotel, Oban
- 2 nights at Skeabost House Hotel in Isle of Skye
- 1 night at Fisher’s Hotel in Pitlochry
What’s Included
- Breakfast daily (B)
- 7 hotel dinners (D)
- 10 Nights 1st class 3 or 4 star hotels
- Coach transportation for itinerary as specified
- Admissions/attractions described in the above itinerary
- Porterage of 1 suitcase per participant
- Edinburgh Military Tattoo Tickets
- Taxes, service charges for all included services
What’s not included
Elements NOT INCLUDED in the price of your tour/airfare
- Travel insurance must be paid for at the time of deposit to cover any pre-existing conditions, if purchased after initial payment, pre-existing conditions are subject to exclusion.
- Meals, drinks, snacks, admissions, not indicated in the itinerary
- Beverages, including alcohol and soft-drinks, unless otherwise indicated
- Tips, admissions, and other “out of pocket” items not designated in the itinerary
- Gratuity to hotel/wait staff, etc.
- Airline upgrades, special seating requests, excess/overweight baggage, connecting flights, or club access
- Please note driver/guide gratuity is NOT included in the tour price. While not required, it is customary to tip 10 Euro per person per day to acknowledge excellent service.
Payment Schedule
- A $1000 per person non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking to secure your spot on the tour
- A $1500 per person payment will be due October 14, 2024
- Final Payment must be received no later than May 5, 2025
Payment may be made online any time by credit card using our secure payment process. If you prefer to pay by check, you may mail payment to:
Isle Inn Tours
PO Box 2559
Moorpark, CA 93020
For FedEx/UPS
Isle Inn Tours
100 W. High Street # 2559
Moorpark, CA 93021
Details and other Things to Know about your tour
Your tour is subject to our terms and conditions. We strongly urge all travelers to become familiar with the details of your vacation investment before booking by reading our Terms and Conditions – simply click here.
Tour price is per person based on shared accommodation in double occupancy room.
Mobility requirement is moderate, walking along un-paved surfaces should be expected.
Weather and other circumstances beyond control of Isle Inn Tours, our drivers, or business partners may suggest or require changes to the itinerary without notice.
Scheduled flight times are subject to change and are set by the airline and will be communicated to participants. Day of travel conditions are beyond the control or influence of Isle Inn Tours and are the sole responsibility of the airline.
A valid passport, with a minimum of six months remaining validity AFTER planned return date is required. If you are a United States citizen and do not currently have a valid passport you should begin the process online with the US State Department as early as possible by clicking here
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Travel Insurance is STRONGLY suggested.
Trip insurance is available for additional cost through Travel Guard (approximately 8% of total tour price) and is strongly recommended. Visit https://isleinntours.com/travel-protection/ to learn more. You can click through to Travel Guard’s website to purchase from here as well.
Circumstances beyond our control may require us to change the schedule. This tour is subject to the terms and conditions listed on www.isleinntours.com
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Contact Fiona at Isle Inn Tours
By e-mail at Fiona@IsleInnTours.com or by telephone M-Th 10:00 – 4:00 703-997-6723
