Overview
Itinerary
Welcome to Scotland! Your adventure starts with a welcome meeting at 6 pm in Glasgow. If you arrive early, maybe visit the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, join the Tennent's Brewery Tour or take a stroll along the River Clyde – once at the heart of the city’s ship building industry. After the meeting, maybe head out for dinner with your fellow travellers and get to know them over a whisky or two.
This morning, take a scenic train trip through the Scottish Highlands to Oban – a seaside town surrounded by countryside. When you arrive, join your local leader on an orientation walk.
The rest of the day is then free for you to continue exploring the town at your own pace. Maybe visit the Dunstaffnage Castle or stroll along the Corran Esplanade.
Tonight, you might like to wander through the town and find a local restaurant for dinner.
Set off on a daytrip to the Isle of Mull. When you arrive, lace up your hiking boots and head out on a hike, taking the time to slow down and enjoy the fresh air. Follow the trail past Tobermory Harbour into the woodlands of Aros Park. Wander through Scots pine trees and winding garden paths, with views over the Sound of Mull and the Ardnamurchan Peninsula. Then, join a tour of the Isle of Mull Cheese Farm – a 50-year-old family-run dairy farm powered by renewable energy. Learn how the farm was originally part of the village hall in nearby Salen, meet farmers responsible for producing and storing the cheese and wander through the ornamental vines. Return to Oban this evening for a relaxing night or to grab dinner with your group.
Look for the famous mythical creature as you drive past Loch Ness on your way to Inverness this morning. Today is a bit of a long travel day, so it's a good idea to get stuck into your book or favourite podcasts. When you arrive in Inverness – the largest city and cultural capital of the Scottish Highlands – the rest of the day is free for you to spend how you like. Maybe visit Inverness Castle, explore the Culloden Battlefield or hear stories of the famous Loch Ness monster on a cruise along the loch.
Take a daytrip to the Isle of Skye today. Connected to Scotland’s northwest coast by bridge, this area is known for its rugged landscapes, small fishing villages and medieval castles. With your local leader, explore some of Skye’s most beautiful landscapes along the Trotternish Peninsula. Pass Eilean Donan Castle, see the towering pinnacle of the Old Man of Storr and visit Portree. Then, take in the panoramic views from Rigg Viewpoint, explore Quiraing and hear the folk tales about fairies as you explore the Fairy Glen.
Tonight, head back to town for dinner – maybe try haggis (savoury pudding) or stovies (a potato and oat dish).
Leave Inverness early this morning and travel to Aviemore via private vehicle. When you arrive, you’ll head out on a ziplining adventure at the UK’s biggest zipline park. Fly through a course of 21 zip wires through the scenic Alvie Gorge, feeling the adrenaline rush as the forest canopy zooms past you. The rest of your day is free to explore Aviemore. Located within Cairngorms National Park, this town is known for its picturesque forest trails, lochs and mountain scenery – ask your leader if you need some suggestions to help you plan your day.
After breakfast, take the train to Edinburgh. When you arrive, set out on an orientation walk through Edinburgh’s Royal Mile – a series of streets that make up the Old Town. Known for its literary heritage and cobbled stones, the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh are a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The rest of the day is free for you to explore at your own pace. Maybe wander through The Queen’s Gallery at Holyroodhouse, join a Scotch Whisky Tour or visit Edinburgh Castle. With many comedy clubs, art venues and live music bars to visit, Edinburgh’s nightlife is central to the city’s creative spirit.
Tonight, maybe join your group for dinner – a great way to celebrate a trip well-travelled!
As there are no further activities planned, your Scottish adventure comes to an end this morning. If you’d like to explore Edinburgh some more, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.
Trip Inclusions
- Learn how cheese is made during a tour of the Isle of Mull Cheese Farm – a 50-year-old family-run dairy farm powered by renewable energy. Hear how the farm was originally part of the village hall in nearby Salen and meet one of the local farmers.
- Get your heart pumping on a ziplining adventure in Aviemore. See the Alvie Gorge from above as you fly through the forest canopy on a course of 21 zip wires.
- See the towering pinnacle of the Old Man of Storr, take in the panoramic views from Rigg Viewpoint and hear folk tales about fairies as you explore the Fairy Glen on a daytrip to the Isle of Skye.
- Ride the scenic railway through the Scottish Highlands to Oban – a seaside town surrounded by countryside. Maybe visit the medieval castles and wander along the esplanade after an orientation walk with your local leader.
- Lace up your hiking boots and set off on a hike on the Isle of Mull. Take in the beautiful coastal views, slow down and enjoy the fresh air as you follow the trail past Tobermory Harbour.
- Hostel (multi-share) (7 nights)
- Train, Ferry, Public Bus, Private Vehicle
- 7 Breakfasts included
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
- Intrepid regularly update their itineraries throughout the year based on feedback and local conditions. Therefore the itinerary you see now may differ from when you booked. Global Journeys will provide you with detailed trip notes at the time of quoting, along with a finalised itinerary and trip notes before your trip departs.
Operator
Our Basix trips are designed for travellers of any age on a budget. Using simple, clean and centrally located accommodation (typically with a 2-to-2.5-star average rating), local transport where we can, along with plenty of free time.
This means you can do the things that suit your budget and interests, rather than paying for inclusions you don’t want. Meals are generally not included, but your experienced local leader will have some great suggestions!
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