5 Day Taste of Scotland

Fully Guided Coach Group Festivals & Events Short Break Scenic Edinburgh Military Tattoo

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Trip Length

5 Days

Trip Starts

Glasgow

Trip Finishes

Edinburgh

5 Day Taste of Scotland Itinerary (CIE Tours)

Countries Explored: Scotland

Trip Operator

CIE Tours

222 Reviews

Trip Style

Classic Tour

Departures

Apr 2025 to Nov 2026

Accommodation

4 Star

Max. Group Size

Guide Level

Fully Guided

Trip Code

SCA25

Overview

Read 4 reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on CIE Tours 5 Day Taste of Scotland. See the essentials of Scotland, distilled. Explore the very best of Scotland's gorgeous scenery and bustling cities on this short-and-sweet introductory tour. Discover the highlights of Glasgow, the Highlands, and Edinburgh.

Itinerary

2025 (To Nov 2025) 2026 (From Feb 2026)

Your tour departs from your hotel at 2:00 PM for a panoramic tour of this dynamic, friendly city with its wealth of Victorian architecture and modern culture. Drive around George Square and see its collection of monuments to famous Scots. Visit Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, a splendid, Spanish Baroque-style building housing one of Europe's finest art collections, including masterpieces by Rembrandt, Titian, and Dali. Enjoy a welcome drink and dinner with your group. (D)

Depart for the scenic Highlands, driving alongside Loch Lomond, resplendent with lush islands, then across Rannoch Moor and through Glencoe – seeing mountains, moors and waterfalls along the way. Stop at Fort Augustus for a cruise on Loch Ness, famed for its beauty as well as the legendary monster. Continue to your elegant manor house hotel in Nairn. (B/D)

Visit the historic Blair Athol Distillery to discover the art of whisky making and sample a dram. Continue to St Andrews, the “Home of Golf”; take a panoramic drive, then explore the old city independently.

Continue on to your gracious manor house hotel outside Edinburgh, set on 1,000 acres of picturesque grounds. Explore and dine independently this evening. (B)

Take a panoramic tour of Edinburgh to see the main sights, from bustling Princes Street to the wide streets of the 200-year-old Georgian “New Town.” Walk along the Royal Mile, where compact medieval houses reach several stories tall. Visit Edinburgh Castle, perched high above the city on volcanic rock, and home to the Scottish Crown Jewels. You'll have free time to explore in the afternoon, then experience a lively Scottish evening with dinner and traditional entertainment. (Select departures instead dine independently before attending the spectacular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the Castle Esplanade.) (B/D)*

Your tour ends after breakfast. (B)

Continue on to your gracious manor house hotel outside Edinburgh, set on 1,000 acres of picturesque grounds. Explore and dine independently this evening. (B)

Your tour ends after breakfast. (B)

Trip Inclusions

Glasgow: Take in the sights of this city, including George Square with its ornate City Chambers, and Provand's Lordship, Glasgow's oldest house.
Loch Ness Cruise: Cruise across the lake known for sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, also known as "Nessie".
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo: Expect an unforgettable evening of music, ceremony, theater and dance on the Castle Esplanade. Available on select departures.
Blair Athol Distillery: Sip a wee dram of Scotch whisky after discovering how it is crafted.
Edinburgh Castle: Walk in the footsteps of soldiers, kings and queens, and even the odd pirate or two, in this medieval-era royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress, alive with many exciting tales.
St Andrews: Cross the modern Tay Bridge to the medieval town of St Andrews, the "Home of Golf”.
Loch Lomond: Travel along this famous loch and admire the panoramic views from its shores.

4 Breakfasts (B) and 3 Dinners* (D)

DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central (4 Stars)
Muthu Newton Hotel (4 Stars)
Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club (4 Stars)

Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
*Meal counts vary on Tattoo departures, as the Scottish Evening is replaced with the Tattoo and an independent dinner.

Glasgow: Take in the sights of this city, including George Square with its ornate City Chambers, and Provand's Lordship, Glasgow's oldest house.
Loch Ness Cruise: Cruise across the lake known for sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, also known as "Nessie".
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo: Expect an unforgettable evening of music, ceremony, theater and dance on the Castle Esplanade. Available on select departures.
Blair Athol Distillery: Sip a wee dram of Scotch whisky after discovering how it is crafted.
Edinburgh Castle: Walk in the footsteps of soldiers, kings and queens, and even the odd pirate or two, in this medieval-era royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress, alive with many exciting tales.
St Andrews: Cross the modern Tay Bridge to the medieval town of St Andrews, the "Home of Golf”.
Loch Lomond: Travel along this famous loch and admire the panoramic views from its shores.

4 Breakfasts (B) and 3 Dinners* (D)

DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central (4 Stars)
Muthu Newton Hotel (4 Stars)
Dalmahoy Hotel and Country Club (4 Stars)

Airport transfers at your arrival and departure destination are not included in the price of the tour.
Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
*Meal counts vary on Tattoo departures, as the Scottish Evening is replaced with the Tattoo and an independent dinner.

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Trip Reviews (4) Most Recent 'Taste of Scotland' Reviews

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AVG. RATING 4.5 / 5

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Lots of fun 1 Doris Wold, Australia, Sep 2019

Fun fun fun. Our tour bus driver, Andrew and partner Joe, were absolutely amazing. They both were very knowledgeable, professional, and considerate of all the passenger needs and wants. This was my second trip with CIE Tours. If I could request Andrew on future trips I would. I just can't say enough about him. He's the best AND an excellent driver. ...read more

A once in a lifetime experience 2 Lisa, Australia, Sep 2019

CIE can pack more information/destinations/memories in a few short days than what should be possible. They pick the cream of the crop for their tour guides and drivers. Annika (guide) and Eammon (driver) made the entire trip fun and interesting. Without them the trip wouldn't have been half as magical. I was so sad not to continue to Ireland with the ...read more

Taste of Scotland with a wonderful team 2 Ed & Cindy Kemery, Australia, Aug 2018

Tour guide, Christiane is wicked funny, knowledgeable, and a joy. Seamus is a competent driver- careful, courteous, and safe. Seamus and Christiane play off one another in a very enjoyable manner. They make a wonderful team.

Taste of Scotland 1 Thomas Hollis, Australia, Jul 2018

If the open air bus (sightseeing) tour is to be a part of the package for a Taste of Scotland, CIE should provide transportation to and from Edinburgh City for delivery to Waverly Station and pick-up from the station. Otherwise, the tour was outstanding and well-done. We were very pleased with the package and the price for all we received was outstanding ...read more

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Taste of Scotland

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Day 1: Glasgow Highlights & Kelvingrove

Day 2: Loch Lomond & Loch Ness Cruise

Day 3: Whisky Tasting & St Andrews

Day 4: Edinburgh Castle, City Tour & Scottish Evening*

Day 5: Tour Ends in Edinburgh

Day 1: Glasgow Highlights & Kelvingrove

Day 2: Loch Lomond & Loch Ness Cruise

Day 3: Whisky Tasting & St Andrews

Day 4: Edinburgh Castle, City Tour & Scottish Evening*

Day 5: Tour Ends in Edinburgh

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