Edimburgo›St Andrews & the Fife›Aberdeen & Royal Deeside›Inverness - Loch Ness - Speyside›Lossiemouth›Strathpeffer›Isola di Skye›Fort William & West Highlands›Loch Lomond›Glasgow
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Abstract
The "Classic Scotland" tour is a fascinating journey through the country's most iconic and evocative places, combining history, breathtaking landscapes and authentic culture. From the lively cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow to the majestic Highlands, you will discover ancient castles, legendary lochs such as Loch Ness and Loch Lomond, and enchanting islands such as the Isle of Skye. This itinerary offers a complete immersion in the Scottish soul, among traditions, folklore and natural scenery that will leave you breathless.
Starts from
8 days / 7 nights - from Edinburgh to Glasgow
Characteristics
Group tour with a local guide / escort. Include meals (v. the fee includes). Guaranteed departures min 2 / max 50 participants until seats are sold out.
Meals
Legend: B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner.
Cancellation policies
For cancellations received 36 or more days before the departure date no cancellation charge applies Cancellations received from 35 days to 15 days before the departure date: 70% charge Cancellations received from 14 days to 0 days before the departure date: 100% charge.
Itinerary
Giorno 1 — Edimburgo
I arrive and transfer freely to the hotel. Dinner free. Accommodation YOTEL Edinburgh.
Giorno 2 — Edimburgo
Breakfast. Meeting with the Italian guide for the city tour. We will visit, among other things, Edinburgh Castle, a magnificent fortress that dominates the city from the top of its volcanic rock. Free time in the afternoon. Lunch and dinner free. Accommodation YOTEL Edinburgh.
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Giorno 3 — Edimburgo → St Andrews & the Fife → Aberdeen & Royal Deeside
Breakfast. Departure for St Andrews & the Fife. Free time for lunch (not included). Continue on to the county of Angus with a visit to Glamis Castle, the official residence of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne. Continue to Aberdeen. Along the way, a photo stop to admire the evocative ruins of Dunnottar Castle, set on a breathtaking cliff sheer above the sea. Dinner at the hotel. Accommodation Copthorne Hotel Aberdeen.
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Giorno 4 — Aberdeen & Royal Deeside → Inverness - Loch Ness - Speyside → Lossiemouth
Breakfast. Panoramic visit of Aberdeen. Aberdeen, known as the ‘Granite City’ for its gleaming grey buildings, is a port city rich in history and culture on the north-east coast of Scotland. Among its highlights are St Machar’s Cathedral, Marischal College and the historic Old Aberdeen district.
A short distance away, Royal Deeside is a picturesque region beloved by the royal family, who have been spending their holidays at Balmoral Castle for over 150 years. With villages such as Braemar and Ballater, Royal Deeside is a paradise for nature lovers, offering hiking, fishing and the wild beauty of the Cairngorms National Park. Continuation to la valle dello Speyside. Free lunch. Speyside is one of Scotland's five whisky-producing regions. Here we will visit a famous whisky distillery with a tasting. Continuation to Lossiemouth. Dinner at the hotel. Accommodation Stotfield Hotel.
Breakfast. Departure for Cawdor Castle, one of the most imposing castles in the area. The castle dates from the end of the 14th century, built as a private fortress for the Thanes of Cawdor. Continuation to Inverness. Inverness, capital of the Scottish Highlands, is a lively city where history intertwines with nature: overlooking the River Ness and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, it is the ideal starting point for exploring the castles, lochs and legends of the northern lands. Free time for lunch (not included). Boat trip on mysterious Loch Ness, the loch that became Scotland's most famous thanks to the legend of the "Nessie" monster. The excursion ends with a visit to the imposing ruins of Urquhart Castle. Late afternoon arrival to Strathpeffer. Dinner at the hotel. Accommodation Ben Wyvis Hotel.
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Giorno 6 — Strathpeffer → Isola di Skye → Fort William & West Highlands
Breakfast. Departure for Isle of Skye. Passing close to Eilean Donan Castle, set on a small island and reached by a characteristic stone footbridge. Panoramic visit of Isle of Skye. Free lunch. Continue on to Armadale and board the ferry to Mallaig. Continue on the mainland through the valley of Glencoe, famous for its breathtaking landscapes. We will then head towards the West Highland Way area. Continue to Fort William. Dinner at the hotel. Accommodation Muthu Ben Doran Hotel.
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Giorno 7 — Fort William & West Highlands → Loch Lomond → Glasgow
Breakfast. Departure for the lower Highlands, through lush and beautiful countryside. Passing the "Rest and be thankful" viewpoint. Continuation to Loch Lomond. Free lunch. Early afternoon arrival to Glasgow. Upon arrival, there will be a panoramic tour of the city. Dinner free. Accommodation Clayton Hotel Glasgow.
Giorno 8 — Glasgow
Breakfast. Free transfer to the airport.
Price includes
Accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar)
Meals: 7 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 4 dinners
Local companion/guide in Italian
GT coach
Entrance to Edinburgh Castle
Entrance to Glamis Castle
Entrance to Cawdor Castle
Distillery visit with tasting
Loch Ness cruise with a visit to Urquhart Castle
Price does not include
Opening fee and Zero Risk coverage
Medical-luggage-cancellation insurance
Transfers
Tips for the guide and driver (£35 per person)
Unmentioned meals, beverages and extras in general
Porterage
Flights and airport taxes
Everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes"
Notes
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Participants must ensure before departure that they have the necessary and valid documentation for entry into the countries visited during the tour.
SMOKING: smoking is not allowed on buses and in hotels.
HOTEL FINAL LIST: indicated in the travel documents.
HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The organizing company reserves the right to modify the itinerary and/or the planned accommodations if required by unforeseen circumstances and if necessary for the safety and smooth continuation of the trip.
INTOLERANCES AND SPECIAL DIETARY REGIMES: food intolerances (allergies, celiac disease, etc.) and special dietary regimes (vegan, etc.) must be communicated at the time of booking. Special menus or treatments are not provided or guaranteed, but we will do our best to accommodate the needs of participants. Notifications made after arrival will not be taken into consideration.
PUNCTUALITY: we recommend respecting the scheduled times. No refunds are provided for services missed due to customer delays.
HEALTH / VACCINATIONS: Participants must be aware of the itinerary and their own physical ability to handle it; it is recommended to always check the Viaggiare Sicuri website for the latest updates on necessary and recommended vaccinations and prophylaxis.