Day 1 | Edinburgh

Arrive Edinburgh. Transfer to your hotel is included. You are free to enjoy this beautiful city on your own. (Please note: hotel check-in is generally between 2 pm and 4 pm. If you are arriving into Edinburgh early - the hotel will be happy to hold your luggage until your room is ready).

Day 2 | Dunkeld to Ullapool to Stornoway

Make your own way to the tour departure point by 8:15 am. This tour departs promptly at 8:30 am. (If you had purchased a departure point transfer, your driver will collect you at the time noted on your transfer voucher.) Depart the cosmopolitan city of Edinburgh and journey past the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Forth Rail Bridge, and travel into the Highlands. Our first stop of the day is in the village of Dunkeld. There's time here to stretch our legs and admire the cathedral's unusual mixture of architectural styles. We venture through the shadows of the great and gorgeous Grampian Mountains, and stop for lunch in the charming town of Aviemore (lunch not included).  After lunch, we drive out to Rogie Falls and take a short walk out to see this lovely sight. Then it is on to Corrieshalloch Gorge, a lesser-known Scottish sight, but one that you will love. It's a short walk under forest canopies with a lovely view of a waterfall. Then you’re off to Ullapool for a short visit before you jump on the ferry. This two and a half-hour boat trip takes you through the Summer Isles to Stornoway, the main town of the Western Isles, where you will be spending the night.  (B)

Day 3 | Stornoway

 After your breakfast, head off to the Butt of Lewis, the most northerly point of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. Hold onto your beanies, as this headland spot is known as one of the windiest locations in the United Kingdom. You’ll continue to explore the island as your driver-guide makes the most of what weather you’ve been blessed with, taking you through traditional crofting towns and seaside ports. Beach fans will love walking the beach at Port of Ness, and history buffs will adore Arnol Blackhouse. Here, you can experience what traditional farming life was like in these remote reaches without getting your hands too dirty. After lunch in Stornoway, you’ll explore the west side of Lewis out to Uig Bay, before returning to Stornoway for the night. Don’t forget this port town is home to Scotland’s most delicious black pudding – so why not give it a try?  Overnight in Stornoway. (B)

Day 4 | Stornoway

A dramatically beautiful day in the region of Harris. Harris boasts the highest mountains in the Outer Hebrides and one of the most beautiful white-sandy beaches in Britain, Luskentyre. The area is also famous for Harris Tweed and myths that are as strange as they are poignant. Sate your appetite for shopping with a visit to the Clo Mor Harris Tweed Centre. After a morning of exploring the dramatic landscapes, we stop for lunch (not included). Depending on the weather, we may even enjoy our lunch on the beach, so don't forget to pack your sunglasses. We head back to Stornoway in the late afternoon. (B)

Day 5 | Inverness

First up today is a visit to the Callanish Stone Circle, so prepare yourselves for the possibility of time travel. This prehistoric sight still mystifies archeologists today.  We continue our exploration with Dun Carloway Broch – these unique ruins sit atop a mound of rock on the Isle of Lewis. Following lunch in Stornoway, we’ll jump back on the ferry to the mainland. We head straight for Inverness, the Capital of the Highlands and our final overnight stop.  Overnight in Inverness. (B)

Day 6 | Edinburgh

This morning, we leave Inverness and head along the shores of Loch Ness. Get your cameras ready just in case Nessie decides to make an appearance. Next we  head for Tominoul, the highest village in the Highlands. Sitting on north side of the Cairngorm National Park, with its central square and 18th century buildings, Tomintoul is a fine example of a planned village. Next, we head into Royal Deeside, the great valley of the River Dee that runs all the way from the sweeping mountains to the Aberdeenshire coast. Next, it's time to relax over a leisurely lunch in the charming village of Braemar in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. This beautiful and remote village feels like the Highlands of a bygone era. Set amongst majestic mountains, peat colored rivers, and cool dark forests, it's easy to see why the British Royal Family have made this area their favorite summer retreat. From here, the route south passes over Scotland's highest mountain pass, through Highland Perthshire before stopping at Scone Palace, the home of Scotland's legendary Coronation Stone, better known as the Stone of Destiny. It's a short journey back to Edinburgh from here, arriving at approximately 6:30 pm, where you will make your own way back to your pre-booked hotel. Overnight in Edinburgh. (B)

Day 7 | Edinburgh - Home

After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to the Airport for your return flight to the US.


**Please note: Itinerary subject to changes based on weather conditions and other external factors.