SCOTTISH HIGHLAND FLING

Posted on by Kenneth Reece, Agent of Modern Travel Professionals

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.

Globus takes you beyond the guidebooks with more ways to discover each destination.

  1. Every Globus tour includes their exclusive Local Favorites, specially included to share the authentic experiences that make each destination unique. Get to know the locals and local flavors you might just miss on your own!
  2. 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!
  3. 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!
At Globus, we create tours with just the right balance of included features – from Local Favorites to VIP access at must-see sites – and free time. We’re all about hidden gems, not hidden charges. That’s why we throw in more visits, toss in more experiences and include more sightseeing, all in the price of the tour package. We also rest where the action is. Every Globus tour itinerary features hotels in the heart of each destination. And, when you know the ropes of travel, you also know how to get in front of them. We work hard behind the scenes to get our travelers front and center at the world’s greatest sights. As a result, we minimize lines and wait times. Plus, with the world’s best Tour Directors leading the way, we maximize the scene, scenery and overall enjoyment for each and every traveler.

The Scottish Highlands Fling is a Globus Undiscovered Tour!

This is an “Undiscovered Tour” from Globus! What is an Undiscovered Tour? It’s a tour designed to take you to some of the country’s lesser known but amazing destinations.

While it might be the iconic sights of the world that first entice us to pack our bags for adventure, it’s often something quite different that beckons us to return—the towns with no traffic, the coasts with no crowds, the nooks with no noise. Imagine seeing the iconic must-see sights along with the unknown gems you might miss if you didn’t know where to look.  Join us to break free from the beaten path, break away from the packs, and break bread with the locals for a beyond-ordinary vacation that goes beyond the guidebooks!

If you’ve already experienced the highlights of Europe and North America, or want to explore its off-the-beaten-path and authentic locales, we’ll introduce you to the fascinating cultures, people, traditions, and cuisine you’ve yet to discover. And there is no better way to discover a new appreciation for the places and people of the world than with our expert Tour Directors and Local Guides who actually live in the fascinating cities, towns, and unspoiled landscapes through which you’re traveling. After nearly a century of sharing the world with travel lovers and discovery seekers, we’re thrilled to share new discoveries with you as only a Globus Undiscovered Tour can reveal.

Globus takes you beyond the guidebooks with more ways to discover each destination.

 Local Favorites Every Globus tour includes our exclusive Local Favorites, specially included to share the authentic experiences that make each destination unique. Get to know the locals and local flavors you might just miss on your own!

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!

Day 1

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 is included tonight.

Day 2

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.
    EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Attend the world-renowned Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo performance. (Departures August 3 through August 24 only).

Breakfast is included today.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

MUSIC & MASTERPIECES Ascend to Castle Rock to explore Edinburgh Castle, one of the most important historical strongholds in the Kingdom of Scotland, with an 11,000-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 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, an extravaganza of bagpipes and drums performed en masse in August each year.

Day 3

EDINBURGH–ST. ANDREWS–PITLOCHRY–CULLODEN MOOR–INVERNESS

MULLIGANS, MOUNTAINS & MOORS

  • 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.
    CULLODEN MOOR Visit the Culloden battlefield site and visitor center.

Breakfast is included today.

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.

Day 4

INVERNESS–HIGHLANDS–DUNROBIN–THURSO

ANCESTRAL DIGS & DRAMS

  • HIGHLANDS  Guided tour of a whisky distillery.
    DUNROBIN Visit the castle and walled gardens.
    THURSO Free time before dinner.

Breakfast and Dinner are included today.

LOCAL FAVORITE

LOCAL TASTES For those who appreciate a fine Scotch whisky, where better to learn about the distillery process with a sample of authentic and historic malt whisky in the Highlands. Lift a dram of Scotland’s proud heritage.

Day 5

THURSO. EXCURSION TO THE ORKNEY ISLANDS

AN ANCIENT ARCHIPELAGO

  • THURSO Drive to John O’Groats to board a ferry for a scenic crossing to the Orkney Islands.
    ORKNEY ISLANDS Sightseeing includes the four Churchill Barriers, Scapa Flow, Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar, and Kirkwall. Join a guided tour of The Orkney Brewery, have a light lunch at the Tasting Hall café and then visit Skaill House. Return to the mainland by ferry in the late afternoon.

Breakfast and Lunch are included today.

LOCAL FAVORITE

HISTORY & 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 6

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 a traditional fish & chips lunch at a local restaurant.

Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner are included today.

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 favorite that never fails to satisfy.

Day 7

GAIRLOCH–ISLE OF SKYE–FORT WILLIAM–GLEN COE–OBAN

SEA & SKYE

  • ISLE OF SKYE Drive across the Inner Hebridean island. Return to the mainland by ferry across the Sound of Sleat to Mallaig.
    GLENFINNAN See the monument to fallen Jacobite clansmen and the famous viaduct.
    FORT WILLIAM See the gateway to Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest peak.
    GLEN COE Scenic drive en route to Oban.

Breakfast & Dinner are included today.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

NATURAL WONDERS Magic abounds on the Isle of Skye, home to some of Scotland’s most iconic landscapes which enchant the senses. With magnificent mountain ranges, miles of captivating coastline, and heroic history, Skye casts a spell with its breathtaking beauty and sense of highland adventure.

Day 8

OBAN. 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.

Breakfast & Dinner are included today.

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 9

OBAN–LOCH LOMOND–GLASGOW

GLASGOW GEMS & GORGEOUS GLENS

  • OBAN Depart for a scenic drive through Loch Lomond 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.

Breakfast & Dinner are included today.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

ART & ARCHITECTURE Spanning both banks of the River Clyde in Scotland’s western Lowlands, Glasgow gives art and architecture lovers a grand time. From its Victorian and art nouveau architecture, beautiful Georgian-style squares and the medieval grandeur of its cathedral, Glasgow is brimming with historic and artistic sights to savor during an orientation drive through this national cultural hub, home to the Scottish Opera, Scottish Ballet, and National Theatre of Scotland.

Day 10

GLASGOW

SAFE TRAVELS UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN!

  • Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

Breakfast is included today.

This sounds like an amazing tour of Scotland! I visited Scotland via cruise ship (Disney Magic’s Inaugural British Isles cruise in 2016) and I found Scotland simply spectacular, and I knew while I was there that Scotland was somewhere I wanted to return to explore more in depth…this would be a wonderful itinerary for someone who has visited Scotland before OR someone who wanted to see some of the lesser-known, but equally beautiful locations in this amazing country. If you would like to visit (or re-visit) Scotland, give me a shout, and let’s discuss how you’ll see this country!

Published by Kenneth Reece, Agent of Modern Travel Professionals

Hi! My name is Kenneth Reece, a native from Stockbridge, Georgia. I am a travel agent for Modern Travel Professionals. I opened Enchanted Gardens Florist & Gifts in 1986--when I was just 19. My love affair with Disney started in 1998 when I added Walt Disney collectibles to my merchandise displays. When I started to learn about the rich history of The Walt Disney Company, (which is required to successfully sell Walt Disney Animation Art) is when my store came alive. I've enjoyed hosting Disney Artists, Sculptors & Imagineers for in-store signing events, and was thrilled to tour the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank a few times as a guest of the company. One of my fondest Disney memories is that of holding one of Walt Disney's personal Academy Awards while visiting the Walt Disney Archives in Burbank, CA. As my love of Disney grew, I began planning trips to Disney for my clients at my store, which grew into a new career! After a few years of both running my retail store and planning travel, I closed my brick & mortar store, moved to Vero Beach, Fl where I've been planning travel full-time now for over five years. Vero Beach has small-town charm with world-class luxury. It's an incredible place to live. I help take care of my parents here, and travel extensively with them. Together, we visit Disneyland and The Walt Disney World Resort often. I've planned tours in England, Scotland, Paris, Greece, Italy, Denmark, Ireland, & France including Disneyland Paris. Living in Vero Beach, where retirees seem to outnumber all other age groups, I've become an expert on helping people travel who are "young at heart". Living a short road trip away from the Orlando area, I visit the theme parks at Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando & Sea World often. Many times I'm there once a week! I've stayed at every Disney Resort in North America, toured every hotel at the Universal Resort, and have taken over 25 cruises, being a Platinum Castaway Cay member with Disney Cruise Line. I've cruised to the Caribbean, The Bahamas, Alaska, the Panama Canal, Trans-Atlantic (East & Westbound), Mediterranean & Northern Europe. Also, if you need restaurant recommendations, I've personally ate at most of the restaurants at the Walt Disney World Resort & at the Disneyland Resort in Southern California. Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is my favorite Walt Disney World Resort, and Disney's Grand Californian Resort & Spa is my favorite resort at Disneyland. I've attended various events at Walt Disney World such as: Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, Star Wars Weekends, Disneyana Conventions, EPCOT's Food & Wine Festival, The Flower & Garden Festival and the new Festival of Arts. Contact me for personalized, concierge-level service. I'll help you as much (or as little) as you like, whatever your needs. I want to provide you with a worry free, incredible vacation, with memories that will last a life time.