Day 1: Arrival, tour of Edinburgh Castle and Harry Potter bus tour.

Arrival to Edinburgh or Glasgow airport, transfer to hotel, meet and greet with group and guide, followed by a nice scottish breakfast. Afterwards, we begin our tour of the city with a visit to Edinburgh Castle. Renowned for centuries as a mighty fortification, we explore this bastion of Scottish power with a tour around its grounds.

Later we walk along the infamous Royal Mile and Old Town, discovering its hidden streets and lanes. Followed by a Harry Potter Bus Tour of Edinburgh with wine and Scottish cheese. In the evening we enjoy a nice get together three course dinner.

Overnight in Edinburgh

Day 2: Mystical chapels, Whiskey and the Scottish Borders.

After a wholesome breakfast, we head south to the outskirts of Edinburgh, visit Rosslyn Chapel, famous after its mention in the DaVinci Code books, Rosslyn is a medieval sanctuary renowned for the thousands of stone carvings on its walls, who some think to be clues to the holy grail. Later we visit Melrose Abbey, thought to be the burial site of the casket containing the heart of Scotland's legendary hero, Robert de Bruce.

After Melrose, we continue south to the Anglo-Scottish border, were we pause to contemplate and enjoy the impressive views of lands that were fought for centuries.

Turning north we visit Glenkinchie Whiskey Distillery, where we discover how Scotland's water of life is crafted, with a chance to sample and savour a few fine malts. Returning to Edinburgh early evening.


Overnight in Edinburgh

Day 3: Castles, Lochs and the majestic Scottish highlands.

In the morning we depart Edinburgh westwards towards the mighty Scottish Highlands. On our way we pass the imposing Sterling Castle, perched on a volcanic hilltop, the Castle played a pivotal role in the union between England and Scotland. Later we visit Doune Castle, enjoy a walk in this marvelous medieval stronghold. Continuing westwards we enjoy a drive through the Trossachs National Park, visit Inveraray Castle home of the Duke of Argyll, where we savour the elegance of aristocratic splendour as well as the majestic views and the wilderness of the surrounding Highlands.

On our way we stop and visit Loch Lomond, Britain's largest expanse of freshwater, an inspiration for many scottish poets followed by an evening return to Edinburgh


Overnight in Edinburgh

Day 4: The Viking Coast of North East England (summer option, February to October)

After breakfast we head southwards, crossing the Anglo-Scottish border towards the former medieval Kingdom of Northumbria, once an important region of religious study and art. Our first stop is Holy Island. A charming island connected by the mainland by a causeway renowned for the impressive Lindisfarne Castle perched on the island hilltop. We enjoy free time to stroll around Lindisfarne village and the priory, with a chance to savour some world famous Lindisfarne Mead brewed by the monks on the island.

Later, we continue south, visit Alnwick Castle, known as one of England's finest castles. Alnwick is named the Windsor of the North. Enjoy free time to stroll around the Castle complex, from its stunning Grand Cascade to the Poison Gardens, along with a chance to roam the village. In the evening we return to Edinburgh.

Winter option (November to February)

St Andrews and the fishing villages of Fife.

In the morning we head north toward the town of St Andrews. Renowned as the birthplace of golf and home to one of Britians best universities. We walk along the historical centre and visit the impressive remains and ruins of its cathedral. Once one of the largest in the world. Onwards, we visit the Old Course golf course, the first golf course in the world. Afterwards we head south along the northern coast of the bay of the river Forth. Visit some of the stunning medievel fishing villages well preserved for over 500 years. In the evening we return to Edinburgh

Overnight in Edinburgh

Day 5: Free day in Edinburgh and a traditional Scottish night

Free day to enjoy the delights of Edinburgh, were you can enjoy some shopping for Scottish delights, ranging from Tartan kilts to delicious Scottish Whiskey Fudge. Or maybe roam one of the countless volcanic summits like Hollyrood or Carlton hill that surrounding the centre of the city.

In the evening we enjoy dinner and a traditional Scottish music and dance in one of Edinburgh´s most renowned establishments, a perfect way to finish our last evening.

Overnight in Edinburgh

Day 6: Departure

After our journey across roaming hills and the beautiful scottish surroundings of Edinburgh, its time to say goodbye to Scotland. But, as the old saying goes, you arrive in Scotland as a visitor and you leave as a friend. Transfer from hotel to the airport.