Scotland's Big 3: Edinburgh, Inverness & Glasgow
Bustling cities and beautiful scenery
Explore the highlights of ancient cities, modern new quarters, and buildings surrounded by stunning wilderness on a 3-city expedition through Scotland! Includes the liberty of having your own car as you explore everything from the bustling cities to the magnificent Highlands.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Edinburgh (EDI), out of Glasgow (GLA)
- 2 nights in Edinburgh at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket or similar
- Manual car rental for 4 days - upgrade to automatic available
- 2 nights in Inverness at the Jurys Inn Inverness or similar
- 2 nights in Glasgow at the Jurys Inn Glasgow or similar
- Breakfast daily
Great Ways to Explore
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Take lots of photos as you wander from breathtaking destination after breathtaking destination.
- Sample a pint at the Sheep Heid in Edinburgh, the oldest pub in Scotland!
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Make your way through the Highlands, from Loch Ness to Inverness, and beyond.
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Explore the top of an extinct volcano, where Edinburgh Castle sits, to enjoy beautiful views over the city.
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Sip on the golden treat of Scotland: Scotch!
Explore the beauty found throughout three of Scotland's beautiful cities as well as its untamed Highlands.
Start in Edinburgh, where STUNNING architecture and medieval castles make up the city skyline. Follow the city's streets through the old town and discover the elegant and modern side of the city as well! Here, nightlife, shopping, and fine dining abound!
Then, make your way out of the city after you pick up your rental car! Trek through the Highlands to Inverness. Explore Loch Ness, while keeping an eye out for the fantastic cryptid the loch is known for. Then seek out a little Scottish Craic to liven up your vacation!
Finally, you’re off to Glasgow where you'll wrap up your exploration. Amble through city streets alive with energy, from music to art, to Victorian and art nouveau architecture, and dynamic nightlife. Explore serene gardens and parks, wander through exquisite art galleries, and enjoy the spwciall city life Scotland has to offer.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
Add the following to your vacation:
- Edinburgh City Sightseeing Hop-on/Hop-off Tour (24 Hours)
- The Complete Loch Ness Experience
- Glasgow City Sightseeing Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus Tour (24 Hours)
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Edinburgh (EDI), out of Glasgow (GLA)
- 2 nights in Edinburgh at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket or similar
- Manual car rental for 4 days - upgrade to automatic available
- 2 nights in Inverness at the Jurys Inn Inverness or similar
- 2 nights in Glasgow at the Jurys Inn Glasgow or similar
- Breakfast daily
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Take lots of photos as you wander from breathtaking destination after breathtaking destination.
- Sample a pint at the Sheep Heid in Edinburgh, the oldest pub in Scotland!
-
Make your way through the Highlands, from Loch Ness to Inverness, and beyond.
-
Explore the top of an extinct volcano, where Edinburgh Castle sits, to enjoy beautiful views over the city.
-
Sip on the golden treat of Scotland: Scotch!
Explore the beauty found throughout three of Scotland's beautiful cities as well as its untamed Highlands.
Start in Edinburgh, where STUNNING architecture and medieval castles make up the city skyline. Follow the city's streets through the old town and discover the elegant and modern side of the city as well! Here, nightlife, shopping, and fine dining abound!
Then, make your way out of the city after you pick up your rental car! Trek through the Highlands to Inverness. Explore Loch Ness, while keeping an eye out for the fantastic cryptid the loch is known for. Then seek out a little Scottish Craic to liven up your vacation!
Finally, you’re off to Glasgow where you'll wrap up your exploration. Amble through city streets alive with energy, from music to art, to Victorian and art nouveau architecture, and dynamic nightlife. Explore serene gardens and parks, wander through exquisite art galleries, and enjoy the spwciall city life Scotland has to offer.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
Add the following to your vacation:
- Edinburgh City Sightseeing Hop-on/Hop-off Tour (24 Hours)
- The Complete Loch Ness Experience
- Glasgow City Sightseeing Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus Tour (24 Hours)
Day 1. Welcome to Edinburgh!
Arrive at Edinburgh airport and head to your first accommodation in Scotland's capital. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Check-in - Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
Located in the historical heart of the city near Haymarket station, Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket is the perfect place from which to explore Scotland's enchanting capital city. Each of the 282 comfortable and modern rooms offer complimentary Wi-Fi, air conditioning, bottled water and double-glazed windows for a peaceful sleep. Start your day with a hearty Scottish breakfast and cap off a day of adventure with a meal at the on-site restaurant. Conveniently located to the major sites of Edinburgh, the hotel is located close to the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.
Please note this hotel was formerly known as the Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh.Day 2. Edinburgh
Today you may want to visit the city's Georgian-era new town. Walk through the broad streets and admire the well-preserved 18th and 19th-century neoclassical and Georgian-style architecture. You'll also want to walk along the famous Princes Street; do a bit of shopping or admire the stunning Scott Monument, a gothic monument dedicated to Sir Walter Scott.
Day 3. Edinburgh - Inverness
Pick up your rental car and make your way to your next accommodation, located in Inverness. Along the way you'll be treated to some of the most scenic views of the country; don't hesitate to pull over and snap a photo or two along your journey!
Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Scotland at the Leonardo Hotel Inverness. Wake up in your bright, spacious room and head down to the hotel's spa and fitness center. Relax in the sauna, work out all your stresses in the gym, practice your laps in the large pool, or show off your best moves in the dance studio!
When it's time to get adventuring, lace up your shoes and explore the breathtaking sights in the "Capital of the Highlands." In just minutes, you'll be awe-struck by the picturesque scenery of the Beauly Firth. Take a couple of worthwhile short drives to the famous Cairngorms National, Loch Ness, and other famous Scottish landscapes. Head back towards home base and check out Inverness city centre, where you can enjoy museums, theaters, restaurants, and bars.
Be sure to make time for some great Scottish meals! Indulge in fresh, traditional dishes and take in the friendly, stylish atmosphere at Cromarty Restaurant, the hotel's on-site restaurant. Or, after a long day of exploring, grab a drink and a light bite at the hotel's Dornoch Bar. Head up to your cozy room to unwind, look through pictures, and use the hotel's free WiFi to plan your next day.
Day 4. Inverness
Explore the city surrounding your accommodations today! Take in the historic St Andrew's Cathedral or hike up to Inverness Castle for sweeping views of the city. You may also want to head to Culloden Battlefield and learn about the final battle of the famed Jacobite Rising.
Day 5. Inverness - Glasgow
Make your way to Glasgow today, Scotland's cultural hub. After settling in, consider making a trip to the city's Lighthouse center and climbing to the top; here you can enjoy some breathtaking views of the cityscape.
Situated in the heart of Glasgow, the Leonardo Hotel Glasgow is a stone’s throw away from a plethora of restaurants and bars, a three minute walk from St Enoch shopping center and just around the corner from Alston Bar & Beef, the best steak and gin in Glasgow. The hotel is within a ten minute walk of three major stations - Glasgow Central, Queen Street and Argyle Street, making it the ideal hotel for transport links within the city center.
The Leonardo Glasgow offers 321 comfortable, stylish rooms with complimentary toiletries, a flat screen TV, free WiFi, air conditioning and room service available 24 hours. Enjoy a little Scottish flavor and a dram of Scotch at The Grill Bar. Enjoy coffee or hot chocolate from the all-day Costa coffee bar where you can sit with a newspaper, curl up with a good book, or surf the web on Jurys Inn’s hotel-wide free WiFi.
Day 6. Glasgow
Visit one of the many stunning attractions found in Glasgow, like the Riverside Museum or the Glasgow Cathedral!
Day 7. Depart Scotland
Your Scottish adventure ends today. At the appropriate time, drive to Glasgow airport, drop off your rental car and transfer to your departure gate.
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