Scotland’s Greatest Cities: Edinburgh & Glasgow
About This Trip
A 5-night Scotland journey covering Edinburgh and Glasgow, combining historic castles, charming old towns, cultural attractions, scenic rail travel and a full-day Loch Ness and Scottish Highlands excursion.
Experience the highlights of Scotland on a 6-day journey through Edinburgh and Glasgow. Discover the historic Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle, enjoy panoramic views from Calton Hill, explore the dramatic landscapes of the Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness, and travel by train to Glasgow. The Glasgow experience includes museums, historic landmarks, shopping streets and the vibrant West End.
Trip Highlights
- Explore Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile and Old Town
- Visit Edinburgh Castle and see the Honours of Scotland
- Witness the One O'Clock Gun
- Explore Edinburgh's elegant New Town
- Panoramic views from Calton Hill
- Full-day Loch Ness and Scottish Highlands tour
- Scenic landscapes of Glencoe and views of Ben Nevis
- Optional Loch Ness boat cruise
- ScotRail journey from Edinburgh to Glasgow
- Visit Glasgow Cathedral and Necropolis
- Shopping at Buchanan Street
- Explore Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
- Visit the University of Glasgow and West End
- Riverside Museum of Transport
Itinerary
Arrive at Edinburgh Airport and transfer to the hotel. Spend the evening walking along the historic Royal Mile, exploring the Old Town's narrow closes and enjoying a traditional Scottish dinner at a local bistro. Overnight in Edinburgh.
Visit Edinburgh Castle, see the One O'Clock Gun and explore the Honours of Scotland. Later, discover the New Town's Georgian architecture and hike up Calton Hill for panoramic views of Edinburgh. Overnight in Edinburgh.
Join a full-day guided coach excursion through the Scottish Highlands. Travel through Glencoe, see views of Ben Nevis and visit Loch Ness. Enjoy an optional boat cruise in search of Nessie before returning to Edinburgh. Overnight in Edinburgh.
Take a ScotRail train, approximately 50 minutes, to Glasgow. After check-in, visit Glasgow Cathedral and the nearby Necropolis. Spend the evening shopping and exploring Buchanan Street. Overnight in Glasgow.
Explore Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, followed by a walk through the University of Glasgow grounds and the trendy West End. Visit the Riverside Museum of Transport and end the day with a wee dram at a local whisky bar. Overnight in Glasgow.
Enjoy a final Scottish breakfast. Depending on flight timing, take a walk through Glasgow Green or visit the Gallery of Modern Art before transferring to Glasgow International Airport for departure.
What's Included
- • 3-star central hotel stays
- • Daily breakfast
- • ScotRail train ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow
- • Edinburgh Castle entry
- • Full-day Loch Ness and Highlands tour
What's Not Included
- • Flights
- • 5%TCS
- • Visa
- • Tips if any
- • City taxes if any
- • Personal Expense
- • Anything that is not mentioned in the package
Frequently Asked Questions
The package is for 05 nights and 06 days.
The itinerary covers Edinburgh for 3 nights and Glasgow for 2 nights.
The starting price is ₹98,000 per person on a twin-sharing basis.
The peak season price is ₹1,30,000 per person during August, coinciding with the Edinburgh Festival.
Yes, Edinburgh Castle entry is included.
Yes, a full-day Loch Ness and Highlands tour is included.
Yes, the package includes a ScotRail train ticket from Edinburgh to Glasgow.
The tour includes dramatic Highland scenery, Glencoe, views of Ben Nevis and Loch Ness. An optional boat cruise on Loch Ness is also available.
Clients are advised to dress in layers and carry a waterproof jacket because Scottish weather can be changeable, even during summer.
Yes. The Edinburgh Fringe Festival makes the city particularly crowded and expensive in August, so early booking is recommended.