Scotland in a Week | Classic | Summer | 2026 - From £643

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OVERVIEW
Not afraid of frocking up in a kilt and jumping on the bagpipes? Perhaps you've got some Scottish blood! And lucky you if you do. Home to mystical castles, glorious highlands and enough whisky to booze the Loch Ness Monster, you'll be head over heels with all things Scottish by the time your week of adventure here is up.
EXPERIENCES
Loch Ness: Sit back, relax and cruise along the loch with your Contiki crew. But keep your eyes peeled and camera ready for mythical ‘Nessie’.

Mallaig: We'll visit Helix Park, home to The Kelpies (horse statues, standing at 100ft tall & weighing more than 300 tonnes each). It's a wonder to behold. Plus, there's also an adventure play park with woodlands and boardwalks for some added fun.

Scottish Highlands: Ever wondered how native animal species - like the Scottish Red Squirrel, Lynx and Beavers - are reintroduced into the wild? Come learn about it all from an expert (who'll also tell you how the Caledonian pine forest is being reforested too!). Every penny you spend here will directly support Trees for Life, a TreadRight supported project.

St. Andrews: If you like golf, you’ll love St Andrews. But if you think it spoils a nice walk in the park, there’s also Swilcan Bridge.

Stirling: Explore the sights of Stirling and get a selfie with the memorial to the iconic Scottish knight.
DEPARTURE DATES AND PRICES
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30/03/2026 04/04/2026 £913   Book
13/04/2026 18/04/2026 £782 Book
27/04/2026 02/05/2026 £839   Book
11/05/2026 16/05/2026 £895 Book
25/05/2026 30/05/2026 £967 Book
08/06/2026 13/06/2026 £1,125 Book
19/06/2026 24/06/2026 £1,102 Book
29/06/2026 04/07/2026 £1,075 Book
06/07/2026 11/07/2026 £1,192 Book
27/07/2026 01/08/2026 £1,030   Book
17/08/2026 22/08/2026 £1,165 Book
31/08/2026 05/09/2026 £1,075 Book
14/09/2026 19/09/2026 £967   Book
28/09/2026 03/10/2026 £904   Book
05/10/2026 10/10/2026 £922 Book
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ITINERARY

Royal Mile, old Castle, home of the brave, Edinburgh is going to turn it on from start to end. With days of adventure up ahead, we'll kick off the evening with the option to indulge in a whisky tasting where you can get to know your new Scottish Contiki family.

Today is yours to roam free - but if you want to get the low down on the history of this city why not join our local guide for an optional tour of Edinburgh Castle (which is resting on an extinct volcano!!) to kickstart your love affair with this city. Or maybe you'll do a spot of tartan shopping on Princes Street.

It's time to blaze a trail out of Edinburgh & head for the Scottish Highlands. On the way to the main affair of the day we'll stop by St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf, would you believe? As well as Scotland’s oldest university town. Already blown away by the beauty of the rugged mountain scenery en route, we'll arrive in the Scottish Highlands amped up for mystical tales and a chance to compete in some optional traditional Highland games.

We might be coming down from a high (geographically speaking) this morning, but as we seek out the stunning Loch Ness, the mood will only be rising. We'll stop to see lovely Loch Ness and hop on board for a cruise of the most voluminous lake in the UK - containing more water than all the lakes of England and Wales combined! It's also rumoured to contain something else, something far more legendary which you're sure to have heard of... Small pitstop! We'll check out the lush, hilly rewilding centre here to learn about how Scotland's native animal species are reintroduced into the wild. Plus, you have the option afterwards to canoe across the stunning southern end of Scotland's most famous lake and see even more wildlife along the way. We'll arrive into Glasgow tonight, grab a bite to eat and then hit the hay ready for some more exploration in the am!

Wakey wakey everyone. We're up bright and early this morning. Next stop, Stirling! We'll make a stop in Stirling, the town where William Wallace took on the English and yelled "Freeedom!" (and also known for its famous hill-top Castle). Today, we'll also check out the epic engineering feat called the 'The Kelpies' in Helix Park. Get involved with everything great about Glasgow. Live music on every corner, a gothic cathedral & plenty of quirky characters make this city unique. Plus, you've got the option to celebrate our final night in Scotland with a local meal accompanied by a live, traditional music.

Our trip ends this morning after breakfast. Say goodbye to your travel squad, and get started on planning the next big travel adventure.
ACCOMMODATION
DAY 1: Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar) - Meals:
DAY 2: Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: Loch Ness Lodge Hotel Drumnadrochit (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4: Ibis Budget Glasgow (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5: Ibis Budget Glasgow (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
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