Scotland Adventure

Day 1 - Sunday 19^th May - Welcome to Edinburgh

Arrive at Edinburgh Airport where a private transfer will take you to your hotel. Depending on your energy level, you may wish to explore the city, or simply relax at your hotel. Edinburgh is a delightful mix of Medieval history, vibrant trending neighbourhoods, and craggy landscape. Grab a pint at a local pub or wander the halls of the National Gallery.

Edinburgh – Recommended Restaurant List 

Overnight: Edinburgh | Kimpton Charlotte Square
Room Type: King Premium Room
Meals Included: None

Day 2 - Monday 20^th May - Exploring Edinburgh

This morning you are picked up by a local guide and taken for a wonderful tour of Scotland’s hilly capital to discover the secrets that are hidden in plain site. Admire Edinburgh Castle overlooking the sea and the spires of St. Giles’ Cathedral. Revel in the ancient exploits of Sir William Wallace (known as Braveheart) and the hometown of actor Sean Connery.Your guide will leave you at lunchtime and the rest of the day is free for you to explore the city at your own pace, or simply sit back and relax and watch the world go by in one of the many cafes in the Grassmarket.

Overnight: Edinburgh | Kimpton Charlotte Square
Room Type: King Premium Room
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 3 - Tuesday 21^st May - Hiking in the Cairngorms

Head out of the city this morning toward the mountains of Cairngorms National Park. On arrival set off on a wonderful warm-up hike through the Scots pines to a viewpoint that stretches across the Spey Valley to the mountains beyond. Established as a National Park in 2003, Cairngorms’ mountain peaks give way to lush forests, enchanting walking trails, sparkling rivers, and local wildlife. Small villages and traditional farms dot the dramatic landscape. Arrive at your unique farmhouse accommodation in the late afternoon in time to settle in before dinner.

Overnight: Near Kinguissie | Killiehuntly Farmhouse
Room Type: Double Room
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Walk Details: 4 km / 3 miles | 162 m / 530 ft elevation gain | Approx: 2 hrs

Day 4 - Wednesday 22^nd May - The High Peaks Of The Cairngorms

Cairngorms National Park is home to 5 of the 6 highest peaks in Scotland, and people come to Scotland every year to “bag a Munro,” or scale a mountain over 3,000 feet. Today this could be you—and if you are up to the challenge you could even bag two!

Alternatively, hike to a green lochan (small lake) where, legend has it, fairies come down every night to wash their clothes. From here you can continue up the Hill of the Shepherd with great views over the adventure town of Aviemore. Whatever you decide, this will be a day to remember.

Overnight: Near Kinguissie | Killiehuntly Farmhouse
Room Type: Double Room
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Walk Details: 18 km / 11 miles | 932 m / 3,057 ft elevation gain | Approx: 8 hrs

Day 5 - Thursday 23^rd May - Battles and Barrels

After an active day yesterday, spend today delving into the history of Scotland, beginning with a visit to Culloden Battlefield where the final battle of the 1745 Jacobite Rising took place. You could also visit Clava Cairns, a wonderful collection of burial chambers dating back to the Bronze Age.

After lunch, stretch your legs on a walk alongside the River Findhorn where it squeezes through narrow rocks. End the day at a whisky distillery for a tour and tasting of the famous spirit before heading back to your accommodation for another delicious dinner.

Overnight: Near Kinguissie | Killiehuntly Farmhouse
Room Type: Double Room
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Walk Details: 18 km / 11 miles | 932 m / 3,057 ft elevation gain | Approx: 8 hrs

Day 6 - Friday 24^th May - Hiking in Glencoe

Bid farewell to the mountains of the Cairngorms and head west towards the Nevis Mountain Range. The scenery on this journey is incredible; be sure to keep your eyes out for the summit of Ben Nevis, poking her head through the clouds. Your destination for today’s hike is the dramatic Glencoe, with hidden valleys steeped in history and jagged mountains rising from the ground which you can summit today if you wish. After the hike head to a traditional walkers’ tavern where you will meet a local storyteller who will entertain you with the myths and legends of days gone by. You are then taken to your luxury accommodation with time to settle in before your evening meal.

Overnight: Port Appin | Aird Hotel
Room Type: Superior Room
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7 - Saturday 25^th May - West Coast Islands by Boat

The clear blue waters and the white sandy beaches of Scotland’s west coast could lead you to believe you are in the Caribbean instead of the British Isles. Your morning trip on the boat will take you on a spectacular journey around some of the islands of the west coast, where the local seal colony, and perhaps some dolphins, may pop their heads up to say hello. After being dropped off back in Oban at lunchtime the afternoon is free to explore more of the coastline or head back to your hotel and relax with some afternoon tea.

Overnight: Port Appin | Aird Hotel
Room Type: Superior Room
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 8 - Sunday 26^th May - West Coast Hiking

This part of the west coast offers excellent hiking, with some of the best trails found on the isles. Board a local ferry this morning and head to the Isle of Kerrera, where you follow a wonderful circuit of the island before stopping at a beautiful spot for lunch with a view.  This afternoon, head back to the mainland, where there’s time to explore the town of Oban before returning to your hotel.

Overnight: Port Appin | Aird Hotel
Room Type: Superior Room
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Walk Details: 11 km / 7 miles | 275 m / 902 ft elevation gain | Approx: 5 hrs

Day 9 - Monday 27^th May - Glasgow

Today you head back to the bright lights of the city. On the way to Glasgow, stop off at Kilmartin Glen, site of one of the most important concentrations of Neolithic and Bronze Age artefacts in Scotland. En route to Glasgow, take a stroll in the small village of Luss on the shores of Loch Lomond before arriving in the city in the late afternoon. After arriving at your hotel, you can relax after your journey or head out to explore the city.

Glasgow – Recommended Restaurant List 

Overnight: Glasgow | Kimpton Blythswood Square
Room Type: Superior Room
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 10 - Tuesday 28^th May - Explore Glasgow

This morning, you are met by your local city guide for a journey through the centre of Glasgow following some of the wonderful murals that are dotted about the city. These works of art can pop up overnight and are helping to revitalize neighbourhoods within Glasgow.Your afternoon is free to continue exploring Glasgow independently, this evening a private transfer will take you to Glasgow Airport for your departure flight.

Meals Included: Breakfast