Experience Scotland from coast to coast on a journey that explores the legacy of the clans amid spectacular landscapes, from Glencoe and the Highlands to the stark beauty of the Isle of Skye and from charming St Andrews to the historic treasures of Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Scotland's Treasures
Featuring the Royal Military Tattoo (on select dates)*
12 days from $7,296 | includes airfare, taxes and all fees
Experience Scotland from coast to coast on a journey that explores the legacy of the clans amid spectacular landscapes, from Glencoe and the Highlands to the stark beauty of the Isle of Skye and from charming St Andrews to the historic treasures of Glasgow and Edinburgh.
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JOURNEYS DISPATCHES
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Grand Central Hotel
Glasgow, Scotland
Dating to 1883 when it was built adjacent to the Central railroad station, 186-room Grand Central Hotel boasts a prime "style mile" location in the heart of Glasgow, close to local attractions, restaurants, and shopping. Amenities of the recently renovated hotel include two restaurants and two bars (including a champagne bar). Guest rooms have private bath, in-room safe, broadband Internet access (for a fee), TV, and phone.
Nevis Bank Hotel
Fort William, Scotland
Perched near the River Nevis in the picturesque Fort William region just one mile north of the Fort William town center, this 20-room inn provides travelers comforts in a modern setting. An onsite restaurant and bar caters to all tastes with a wide range of food and drink, both contemporary and traditional. Guest rooms have private bath with hair dryer, coffee- and tea-making facilities, complimentary wireless Internet access, TV, and phone. Please note that lodging alternatives are limited in this area of Scotland; while your stay in this locale should be enjoyable, the amenities at the hotel will be lower than elsewhere on your tour. Also, because of the unique nature of this hotel, room sizes and views vary.
Macdonald Drumossie Hotel
Inverness, Scotland
Set in nine acres of parkland near the Moray Firth, the Drumossie Hotel is an art deco resort just ten minutes from Inverness city center. This 44-room hotel also features a bar, lounge, terrace, and a garden. Amenities include laundry and dry-cleaning services (for a fee) and complimentary Wi-Fi internet access. Guest rooms have private bath with hair dryer, minibar, coffee- and tea-making facilities, in-room safe, TV, and phone.Old Course Hotel
St Andrews, United Kingdom
The world-famous Old Course Hotel sits adjacent to the 17th fairway of the renowned Old Course at St. Andrews, the spiritual “home of golf.” In fact, Phil Mickelson’s misplayed tee shot during the 2015 British Open came to rest on the balcony of room 130. The elegant hotel offers six dining options (including the Jigger Inn, golf’s most famous 19th hole), fitness center, indoor swimming pool, spa, rooftop hot tub, laundry service, and complimentary Wi-Fi internet access. Each air-conditioned guest room includes private bath with hair dryer, tea- and coffee-making facilities, minibar, TV, and phone.
Tigerlily Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Sitting in the heart of Edinburgh’s city center, the unique Tigerlily has become one of Edinburgh’s most talked-about hotels. This contemporary hotel boasts stylish, comfortable common areas decorated in a variety of bright colors, and features a popular restaurant and bar, complimentary Wi-Fi internet access, and laundry service. Each of the 33 air-conditioned guest rooms has private bath with hairdryer, minibar, in-room safe, TV, and phone.