PACKAGE - 8 NIGHTS - Edinburgh, Scottish Highlands and Glasgow

Scottish Cities Discovery: Edinburgh, Inverness & Glasgow

Passengers: 2 adults, 0 children

Itinerary and included services

• Edinburgh (3 nights) – NYX Hotel Edinburgh by Leonardo Hotels
• Destination: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
• Modern, stylish hotel in central Edinburgh, ideal for exploring the Old Town, the Royal Mile and the city’s vibrant nightlife.
• Private transfer: Edinburgh → NYX Hotel Edinburgh by Leonardo Hotels
• Vehicle type: CAR
• Personal driver waiting on arrival for a comfortable transfer directly to your hotel, avoiding queues and public transport.
• Inverness (3 nights) – AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
• Destination: Inverness, United Kingdom
• Contemporary riverside hotel, perfect base for day trips to Loch Ness, whisky distilleries and the Highlands scenery.
• Glasgow (2 nights) – The Address Glasgow
• Destination: Glasgow, United Kingdom
• Elegant, design‑focused property close to shopping, museums and the city’s renowned music and dining scene.
• Private transfer: The Address Glasgow → Glasgow Airport
• Vehicle type: SEDAN
• Relaxed end to the trip with a pre‑booked sedan transfer, ensuring a smooth and timely departure from Glasgow.
• Comfort & convenience
• Carefully selected city‑center hotels, daily breakfast available on‑site (subject to hotel options), and easy access to public transport and main attractions in each destination.
• Suggested experiences (not included but recommended)
• Edinburgh castle visit, whisky tasting in the Highlands, day tour to Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle, Glasgow street art walk and live music evening.

Trip summary

This itinerary offers a balanced introduction to Scotland’s most iconic cities. You begin in historic Edinburgh, where cobbled streets, dramatic skyline and cultural venues provide the ideal first impression. After three nights in the vibrant capital, you continue north to Inverness, gateway to the Highlands, to experience lochs, glens and traditional whisky heritage in a more relaxed setting.

The journey concludes with two nights in dynamic Glasgow, known for its creative energy, museums and buzzing food scene. With private transfers at the start and end of the trip and centrally located hotels throughout, this plan is tailored for two adults seeking a comfortable, well‑organized city and Highlands escape with ample freedom to explore at their own pace.

Recommended guides and books to prepare your trip

• Guidebooks
• “Lonely Planet Scotland” – Comprehensive overview of Edinburgh, Inverness, Glasgow and the Highlands, including walking tours and restaurant tips.
• “Rick Steves Scotland” – Particularly useful for practical city walks, cultural highlights and budget‑friendly advice.
• City‑focused resources
• “Top 10 Edinburgh” (DK Eyewitness) – Visual, easy‑to‑use guide with maps and top‑10 lists for major sights.
• “Glasgow: The Real Guide to the City” – An insightful look at local neighborhoods, arts and music venues.
• Cultural and history reading
• “Scotland: A History” by Jenny Wormald – Clear introduction to Scotland’s past and how it shaped today’s cities.
• “The Highland Clans” by Alistair Moffat – Ideal to deepen your appreciation of the Highlands around Inverness.
• Practical maps & apps
• Consider an up‑to‑date paper map of Scotland or offline maps via apps like Maps.me, plus the official tourism sites for VisitScotland, Edinburgh, Inverness and Glasgow for current events and seasonal activities.