Scottish Isles & Glens
Starting from $4,345
- 12 Days In 2025
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Explore Scotland's coasts and islands
Head a little off the beaten path on this tour of Scotland's rugged Highlands, coastal byways, and the archaeological treasures on Orkney and the Isle of Skye.Trip details
Tour start Glasgow
Tour end Edinburgh
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Highlights
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Our July 27th to August 12th departures get to enjoy the precision and performance of pipe and drum corps from around the world.
Ring of Brodgar
This stone circle is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Heart of Neolithic Orkney.
Isle of Skye
Admire the rugged coastlines and ancient ruins of this Scottish island.
Orkney Islands
These islands encompass dramatic vistas, Neolithic sites, tall sandstone cliffs and seal colonies.
Inverewe Gardens
Enjoy a garden of Eden in the unlikeliest of places, with 2,000 exotic plant species from around the world, including towering California redwoods, a "Savage Garden" of carnivorous plants, and rhododendrons from China, India, and Nepal.
Loch Ness Cruise
Cruise across this lake known for sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, also known as "Nessie".
Skara Brae
Discover the ruins of a 5,000-year-old village, unearthed by the sea more than a century ago.
Mount Stuart House and Gardens
This innovative Victorian and Georgian building will enthrall you. With dazzling design inspired by astrology, art, and mythology, it features an early telephone system and a Victorian elevator.
Dunrobin Castle
Looking like it came out of a fairytale with its magnificent spires, Dunrobin Castle in the Highlands has been continuously inhabited for over 700 years.
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Our July 27th to August 12th departures get to enjoy the precision and performance of pipe and drum corps from around the world.
Ring of Brodgar
This stone circle is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Heart of Neolithic Orkney.
Itinerary
Day 1Glasgow Arrival
Day 2Isle of Bute & Mount Stuart House
Day 3Loch Lomond & Eilean Donan Castle
Day 4Isle of Skye, Dunvegan Castle & Portree
Day 5Inverewe Gardens & Gairloch
Day 6Dornoch, Dunrobin Castle & Ferry to Orkney
Day 7Orkney Sights, Ring of Brodgar, Skara Brae & St Magnus Cathedral
Day 8Italian Chapel & Strathpeffer
Day 9Loch Ness Cruise, Culloden Battlefield & Sheepdog Demonstration
Day 10Whisky Tasting & Scottish Evening*
Day 11Edinburgh Panoramic Tour & Edinburgh Castle
Day 12Tour Ends In Edinburgh
Where you’ll stay
Inclusive package with no hidden extras
What's included?
- Full daily breakfast and many meals*
- An evening of Scottish entertainment
- Transportation (Buses, shuttles & ferries)
- Welcome drinks with your group
- Free Wi-Fi on luxury coaches
- All entrance fees to attractions
- Comprehensive travel itinerary
*Breakfast is not included on Day 1
Our welcome gift to you
- A travel backpack
- Travel adapter
- Rain poncho
- Luggage strap and tags
- Water flask
From our travelers
This holiday tour of Scotland was the second time I traveled with CIE. The best by far! I wouldn’t contemplate booking with any other company. Our brilliant tour guide Graham was so friendly and knowledgeable.
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The 4-Star Novotel Glasgow Centre is conveniently located in the heart of the vibrant city. This family-friendly hotel is set amongst the hustle and bustle of Glasgow, making getting around town easy. Guests can rejuvenate after busy city days in the state-of-the-art fitness centre, or in the sauna and stream room. The hotel offers a choice of Standard, Superior and Executive rooms.
Novotel Glasgow Centre Hotel
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Coffee Shop
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Lounge
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Coffee Shop
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Coffee Shop
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Restaurant
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Business Center
- Coffee Shop
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- 24-hour Room Service
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
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Balmacara Hotel, Scottish Highlands
This traditional Highland hotel is beautifully located on scenic Loch Alsh, with views of the Isle of Skye and the hills of Wester Ross. All rooms are tastefully decorated, and many enjoy stunning views. A delicious full English breakfast is served in the 1930s-style coffee lounge. The hotel is close to the Isle of Skye Bridge and Eilean Donan Castle.
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Gairloch Hotel,
Ayre Hotel, Kirkwall
The Ayre Hotel is one of Orkney's finest hotels and is situated in the principal town of Kirkwall. We aim to provide a friendly & professional service to make your stay in Orkney as comfortable & enjoyable as possible. With homemade food using local produce and the best of Orkney and World Beers, Whiskies and Gins, our restaurant & bar i the perfect place to unwind or try anything
Ayre Hotel
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Disabled Facilities
- Elevator
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
Twin Bedroom
Amenities
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Bar
- Disabled Facilities
- Elevator
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Cable/Satellite Television
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Luggage Racks
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Telephone
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
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Highland Hotel, Fort William
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Crieff Hydro Hotel, Perth
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Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel, Edinburgh
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Novotel Edinburgh Centre Hotel
Amenities
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Fitness Center
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Swimming Pool
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
- Mini Refrigerator
- Soap/Hair Products
- Cable/Satellite Television
Amenities
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Fitness Center
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Swimming Pool
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
- Mini Refrigerator
- Soap/Hair Products
- Cable/Satellite Television
Amenities
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Fitness Center
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Swimming Pool
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
- Mini Refrigerator
- Soap/Hair Products
- Cable/Satellite Television
Amenities
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Fitness Center
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Swimming Pool
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
- Mini Refrigerator
- Soap/Hair Products
- Cable/Satellite Television
Amenities
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Fitness Center
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Swimming Pool
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
- Mini Refrigerator
- Soap/Hair Products
- Cable/Satellite Television
Amenities
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Fitness Center
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Swimming Pool
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
- Mini Refrigerator
- Soap/Hair Products
- Cable/Satellite Television
Amenities
- Bar
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Disabled Facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Fitness Center
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry Facilities
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Swimming Pool
- Wifi in Public Areas (Complimentary)
- Coffee & Tea-making Facilities in Room
- Complimentary Bottled Water
- Hair Dryer
- In-Room Wifi (Complimentary)
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Private Bathroom
- Room Service
- Safe
- Television
- Work Desk & Lamp
- Mini Refrigerator
- Soap/Hair Products
- Cable/Satellite Television
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Nancy Nutile Mcmenemy
6 months 1 week ago
October 2024 Scottish Isles and Glens
Wonderful adventure in Scotland with Graham B. as our guide making it very special.
5
Christine Danielle Danyluk
6 months 2 weeks ago
Scottish Isles & Glens - 12 Days/11 Nights
The tour was interesting and hotels always unique and interesting. Each day was filled with incredible sites and tours. The pace was perfect.
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CIE Tours Customer
6 months 3 weeks ago
Scottish Isles & Glens - 12 Days/11 Nights
Our guide and bus driver were excellent - Graham (our guide) was incredibly knowledgeable and added a lot of fun details. Jim (our bus driver) did an excellent job navigating some tight turns. The Highlands are stunning and we really enjoyed Scotland.
Our trip was the last of the season and the date was really too late for them to run the tour - a couple of sites were closed for the season and the weather closed other sites. Check before you book.
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John Duff
8 months 1 week ago
Scottish Isles & Glens - 12 Days/11 Nights
Engaging and Wonderful Time Had!
We had an absolutely wonderful time. Enjoyed the make up of the tour and the places it took us. Learned alot about Scotland both now and the history. Saw some beautiful scenery making us ponder, maybe we should move there?!
Ian and his command of history was an interesting tour director, giving us information that we had not thought about and added to the tour. Ian and Joe (the driver) were great together and played off of each other making the tour light and fun. We we... re impressed with the castles, countryside, and calm living of Scotland. The tour ending at Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Military Tattoo was spectacular. The hotels we stayed in were each different and reflected the Scottish land, not like an American hotel, but a hotel that was both intriguing with wonderful scenery. The food we had included with our tour was also very Scottish and fun to see the difference from what we eat in America and what the Scottish people enjoy. The porridge with whiskey was very tasty! Lastly, we have spoken of this tour to all our friends and have recommended it to many. I have a teacher friend who is wishing to go on a tour and she is looking into your CIE tour because of our wonderful experience. Thank you. Show more >
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CIE Tours Customer
10 months ago
Scottish Isles & Glens - 12 Days/11 Nights-Wonderful adventure
I must give a shout out to our fantastic tour guide, Linda! She was extremely friendly, personable, and her knowledge of Scottish history was very impressive. She was the “icing on the cake” and made each and every day an enjoyable experience!
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