Papa Dan Travel
Scottish Highland Fling
September 17-27, 2025
Mark your calendars for this once-in-a-lifetime travel experience.
Don’t be shy—you’re not the only daydreamer with a major crush on Scotland.
With its lush rolling hills, dramatic coastlines, tiny villages,
and towering fairytale castles, what’s not to love?
On this Undiscovered Tour of Scotland, you’ll feel your heart skip a beat as you journey through the breathtaking Highlands, ferry to its most beautiful islands, and immerse yourself in a world of haunting bagpipes, hallowed battlefields, and hoppy brews — the perfect choice for washing down traditional fish and chips at a Scottish chippy.
With visits to the Neolithic village of Skara Brae, the legendary golf town of St. Andrews,
and a famous whisky distillery for a tour and a wee dram, this Scotland vacation offers countless opportunities to raise a glass to your many passions.
Making a spectacular scenic loop from Edinburgh to Glasgow,
this Scottish Highland Fling tour is indeed an affair to remember.
Local Favorite
Globus helps you get out there and really experience your destination! We take you behind the scenes to spotlight what makes this exciting destination unique - and to introduce you to its local flavors.
Tour Highlights
Discover something unexpected and unforgettable in the special way only Globus can share—with sightseeing highlights to off-the-beaten-path surprises to out-of-this world moments you’ll remember for a lifetime!
Enhanced Free Time
Explore or relax as you please, or choose exciting options available at MyGlobus. Get local maps and free time tips on your GlobusGO mobile app. Your Tour Director can suggest the perfect way to design your day!
HIGHLIGHTS
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
World Heritage Sites are designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance. The sites are judged to contain cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity.
The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:
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Forth Road Bridge
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Heart of Neolithic Orkney
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Old and New Towns of Edinburgh
Day 1 - Depart the USA on your transatlantic flight. Dinner & Breakfast
Day 2 - ARRIVE IN EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND
Welcome to Edinburgh! Free time this afternoon. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. Dinner
Day 3 - EDINBURGH
Drummers, Pipes & Precious Jewels
EDINBURGH Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the New Town and the Old Town and a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Free time this afternoon. Breakfast
Tour Highlights - MUSIC & MASTERPIECES Ascend to Castle Rock to explore Edinburgh Castle, one of the most important historical strongholds in the Kingdom of Scotland, with a 1,100-year history as “the most besieged place in Great Britain.” Here, you’ll find the royal regalia and Scotland’s Crown Jewels. The Castle forms the background of the spectacular Tattoo, an extravaganza of bagpipes and drums performed en masse in August each year. While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.
Scottish Evening - No trip to Scotland is complete without an authentic Scottish evening filled with traditional food, drinks, singers, dancers, bagpipes, and, of course, the unforgettable Ceremony of the Haggis! 3 hours 30 minutes. Price Range $$$
Day 4 - EDINBURGH–ST. ANDREWS–PITLOCHRY–INVERNESS
Mulligans & Mountains ST. ANDREWS See the home of golf and famous university town.PITLOCHRY Walk through the Victorian mountain resort then drive through the scenic Grampian Mountains and Cairngorms National Park.201 mi / 323 km Breakfasty
Tour Highlight ICONIC FOOTSTEPS See the fairways and greens at the birthplace of golf, where legendary players of the Scottish game made history in the university town of St. Andrews. While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.
Clava Cairns and Pub Visit
Enjoy an unrestricted encounter with Bronze Age history at the 4,000-year-old Clava Cairns burial site, then reflect on its symbols and significance during an included drink at a local pub! 3h 30m price range: $
Day 5 - INVERNESS–CULLODEN MOOR–DUNROBIN–THURSO
Brave Lads & Bonnie Lands CULLODEN MOOR
Visit the Culloden battlefield site and visitor center. DUNROBIN Visit the castle and walled gardens.120 mi / 193 km Breakfast/Dinner
Tour Highlights - HISTORIC SPOT At Culloden moor, hear the story of the crushing Hanoverian victory over Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Scottish clans. On 16 April 1746, the two armies met. Over 1,500 Jacobites were killed or wounded, while British government forces lost about 100 soldiers. The last pitched battle fought on British soil lasted less than an hour. While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.
Ceilidh Evening - This fun excursion takes you fireside to The Old Smiddy pub for full immersion into a world filled with lively Gaelic storytelling, music, and two drinks of your choice. 2h 30m Price Range: $
Day 6 - 5THURSO. EXCURSION TO THE ORKNEY ISLANDS
An Ancient ArchipelagoTHURSO Drive to Scrabster to board a ferry for a scenic crossing to the Orkney Islands. ORKNEY ISLANDS Sightseeing includes Old Man of Hoy, Skara Brae and Skaill House, the Ring of Brodgar, and Kirkwall. Globus Local Favorite Join a guided tour of The Orkney Brewery, and have a light lunch at the Tasting Hall café. Return to the mainland by ferry in the late afternoon. 47 mi / 76 km Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
favoriteHISTORY & TRADITION
Orcadian water, the best malt, hops, and yeast are the only four ingredients of hand-crafted ales such as Orkney Dark Island, Northern Light and the world-famous Skull Splitter named after a vicious Orkney Earl. Enjoy a guided tour of the brewery and learn the traditions of beer making and a long, long history of brewing quality ales.
Day 7 - THURSO–DURNESS–ULLAPOOL–GAIRLOCH
Spectacular Sights & A Scottish Chippy
THURSO - Take a scenic drive along the spectacular North Coast 500 route via Durness and Scourie.
ULLAPOOL Visit to the fishing port includes Globus Local Favorite a traditional fish & chips lunch at a local restaurant. 194 mi / 312 Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Local Favorite Local Tastes
Walk along the whitewashed cottages with views of lovely Loch Broom in the charming seaport town of Ullapool. Feast on traditional fish and chips, a Scottish favourite that never fails to satisfy.
Day 8 - GAIRLOCH–ISLE OF SKYE–FORT WILLIAM–GLENCOE Sea & Skye
ISLE OF SKYE Drive across the Inner Hebridean island. Return to the mainland by ferry across the Sound of Sleat to Mallaig.
FORT WILLIAM See the gateway to Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest peak. Visit Globus Local Favorite a whisky distillery.154 mi / 248 Breakfast/Dinner
Local Favorite/Local Tastes
Raise a dram of whisky for Scotland’s proud heritage at an historic, local distillery whilst you learn all about Scotland’s favorite spirit.
Day 9 - GLENCOE. EXCURSION TO THE ISLES OF MULL AND IONA Island Dreams & Scottish Kings OBAN Ferry crossing to the Isle of Mull.
ISLE OF MULL Take a scenic drive across the island.
ISLE OF IONA See the burial place of many Scottish kings and chiefs. Visit one of the first Christian monasteries in the British Isles.138 mi / 222 Breakfast/Dinner
Tour Highlight
PICTURE PERFECT Called “Eagle Island” by wildlife watchers, the Isle of Mull is a paradise for birds of prey keeping a watchful eye on the wonderful wild landscapes below. Watch for Scottish red deer, iconic Highland cattle, and rolling hills that paint a picture of quintessential Scotland. The medieval abbey on the Isle of Iona is the resting place of many Scottish monarchs and chiefs.
Day 10 - GLENCOE–LOCH LOMOND–GLASGOW
Glasgow Gems & Gorgeous Glens GLENCOE
Depart for a scenic drive through Glen Coe and The Trossachs National Park.
LOCH LOMOND Visit the lake.
GLASGOW Enjoy an orientation drive to see the 12th-century cathedral, university buildings, and Georgian squares. Free time this afternoon before a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. 96 mi / 155
Breakfast/Dinner
Tour Highlights
HISTORIC SPOTS In Scotland’s most populous city, Glasgow’s uniquely rich architectural heritage ranges from 19th-century masterpieces to the modern designs of the unique style of Glasgow-born Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Discover exciting experiences around every corner!
Dany 11 - GLASGOW
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
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We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect vacation, from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi; Isle of Skye and Orkney ferries.
Our Hotels
Cost
Land/Tour
Single Occupancy $4649 per person
Double Occupancy $3599 per person
Triple Occupancy $3599 per person
Air & Transfers
Please note that air prices are a "high" estimation as the airlines have not
posted fares for September 2025.
Exact air prices will be available soon.
These prices include all transfers and government taxes.
Detroit $2154
Pittsburgh $2154
Please call Dan to get the estimated
cost from your home city.
Insurance
$359 per person
For detailed terms. conditions and exclusions as applicable to your state of residence, visit https://affinitytravelcert.com/docs/GFB01
Pre/Post Add-ons
Dan will be traveling one day early
to get the jump on Edinburgh, Scotland. If you would like to extend your
vacation, call Dan.
Important Dates
A $750 per person/nonrefundable
deposit is due to secure your space.
FINAL PAYMENT will be due on/before June 9, 2025.
Payment plans are welcomed!
Cancellation Policy
Final Payment to 31 days prior
departure - 50%.
1 to 30 days prior departure - 80%
Day of departure 100%
