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Scotland – Scotland | UK Tour for Young Adults & Young Solo Travellers
Scotland Tours for Young Adults
The one that keeps your spirits high in The Highlands, with all things quintessentially Scottish
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.
“70 percent join our trips solo”
“70% of our travellers join our trips solo, so you’ll travel with like-minded young people who want to make friends, experience new things and create lifelong memories. This is the best way to turn solo travel into the most social travel imaginable.” (Cited from the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults. For the latest info and eventual changes see here)
“Most popular youth travel company in the world”
Info by the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults (“Most popular youth travel company in the world”, Wikipedia): “Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, our trips are designed so you can share incredible experiences with young travellers just like you.”
Reviews by tour participants:
4.3 out of 5 stars (57 Reviews)* (all reviews and the latest rating available on the details page
Target age group:
18 to 35 (35 to 45 at “Reunion Trips“)
Trip duration and price:
6 days, 1 country from about $ 990* (final prices – also in other currencies like British £ or € – available on the booking page)
Destinations:
Europe > Scotland | UK
You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page
Planned Itinerary:
Day 1: Edinburgh
Day 2: Edinburgh
Day 3: Edinburgh
St
Andrews
Stirling
Inverness
Day 4: Inverness
Loch Ness
Aviemore
Inverness
Day 5: Inverness
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Glasgow
Day 6: Glasgow
Day 1: Start Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Royal mile, old Castle, home of the brave, Edinburgh is going to turn it on from start to end. With days of good time ahead, go out in search of haggis, a whisky bar and join the jolly locals before meeting up with the crew tonight, in anticipation of the good times that are yet to come.
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh City West (or similar)Scottish EveningWith traditional bagpipes & a chance to try some haggis, tonight serves up an authentic Scottish experience. After feasting on some hearty local food, the piper will tell you a Scottish tale or two.
Additional costs apply
Day 2: Edinburgh
Edinburgh
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 or indulge in some whisky tasting.
Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge (or similar)
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Edinburgh Castle ExperiencePeel back the historical layers with the help of our local expert. You’ll discover the most fascinating & blood-curdling stories hidden within walls of this amazing building – not to mention the best panoramic views of Edinburgh. By the end of your visit you’ll truly appreciate why this remains Scotland’s number one tourist attraction!
Additional costs apply
Whisky Tastes and TalesIgnite your palate with a locally guided tasting of the national drink of Scotland. The Scots have traditionally called their whisky ‘aqua vitae’ quite literally translating to the ‘water of life’ & giving us an appreciation of the reverence in which whisky is held here. Here you will sample some of the finest local whiskies all while your local guide recounts the legendary tales of the people who helped to turn whisky from a locally produced drink into a national treasure.
Additional costs apply
Day 3: Edinburgh to Inverness via St Andrews and Stirling
EdinburghIt’s time to blaze a trail out of Edinburgh & head for Inverness.
St. AndrewsOn 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.
StirlingWe make a stop in Stirling, known for its famous Castle nestled right on a hill, and the town where William Wallace took on the English and yelled “Freeeedom!”InvernessAlready blown away by the beauty of the rugged mountain scenery en route, we’ll arrive in Inverness amped up for mystical tales.
Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar)
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Dinner
Included Experience Visit 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.
Day 4: Inverness via Loch Ness and AviemoreMake Travel Matter®
InvernessWe 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.
Loch NessWe’ll stop to see lovely Loch Ness, 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…
AviemoreWe’ll also check out Aviemore, a picturesque jewel in the Cairngorms’ crown – home to lochs, mountains trails and plenty of panoramic views.InvernessWith breath-taking scenery still in mind, today’s sights will leave you more than content with your day’s discoveries.
Columba Hotel Inverness (or similar)
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included ExperienceSpot the Loch Ness Monster Sit back, relax and cruise along the loch with your Contiki crew. But keep your eyes peeled and camera ready for mythical ‘Nessie’. Make Travel Matter®Highland Estate and Curling (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)Welcome to Rothiemurchus, a living Highland estate where nature and humanity have coexisted for centuries. Here we’ll meet up with an expert ranger, who’ll teach us all about the wildlife, flora and fauna that call the 10,000-hectare haven home. We’ll also enjoy a delicious lunch made from local ingredients.
You’ll also get to experience the forest according to the season: during the winter, you’ll get to try curling (a traditional Scottish sport) and during the summer, you’ll experience the Highland Games.
Additional costs apply
Day 5: Inverness to Glasgow
InvernessAfter a few days of remote and rugged goodness, a change of pace in Scotland’s biggest city is sure to fire things up a notch.
Glenfinnan ViaductFeast your eyes on the railway viaduct – once a calling stop for the magical Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter films and the breathtaking waters of Loch Shiel, which seems to stretch on endlessly.GlasgowGet involved with everything great about Glasgow. Live music on every corner, a gothic cathedral & plenty of quirky characters make this city unique.
Ibis Glasgow City Centre Sauchiehall Street Hotel (or similar)
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Included ExperienceSee the William Wallace Monument Explore the sights of Stirling and get a selfie with the memorial to the iconic Scottish knight.Included ExperienceSee Glenfinnan Viaduct Heads up ‘Potterheads’. Keep your eyes peeled for the Hogwarts Express.Eatwith GlasgowGlasgow was once called the “Second City of the Empire” due to its importance to industry & manufacturing. These days, instead of ships & textiles, Glasgow is building a famous food scene. Tonight, you will get the opportunity to get off the beaten path & have a truly local Glaswegian experience. Your hosts use sustainably sourced local ingredients to prepare a delicious home-cooked meal.
Additional costs apply
Day 6: End Glasgow
Glasgow
Our trip ends this morning after breakfast. Say goodbye to your travel squad, and get started on planning the next big travel adventure.
Included Meals:
Breakfast
You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details & booking page
Some of the Highlights:
Included Experience
Spot the Loch Ness Monster
Sit back, relax and cruise along the loch with your Contiki crew. But keep your eyes peeled and camera ready for mythical ‘Nessie’.
INCLUDED
Included Experience
See the William Wallace Monument
Explore the sights of Stirling and get a selfie with the memorial to the iconic Scottish knight.
INCLUDED
Edinburgh Castle Experience
Peel back the historical layers with the help of our local expert. You’ll discover the most fascinating & blood-curdling stories hidden within walls of this amazing building – not to mention the best panoramic views of Edinburgh. By the end of your visit you’ll truly appreciate why this remains Scotland’s number one tourist attraction!
ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED
Whisky Tastes and Tales
Ignite your palate with a locally guided tasting of the national drink of Scotland. The Scots have traditionally called their whisky ‘aqua vitae’ quite literally translating to the ‘water of life’ & giving us an appreciation of the reverence in which whisky is held here. Here you will sample some of the finest local whiskies all while your local guide recounts the legendary tales of the people who helped to turn whisky from a locally produced drink into a national treasure.
ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED
Trip Highlights
The must do experiences that you can cross off your bucket list
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FAQs:
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Included Meals:
5 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner
You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page
Team:
Expert Trip Manager + Driver Team + Local Guides
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Group Size:
Average 38 people
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Transfers:
Coach
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More Details:
You’ll find all details and the latest updates on the details & booking page
(Partially) travel with a nice group or entirely travel solo?
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