Stories of Scotland
Around every loch, moor, and castle, a Scottish story is waiting to be told.
Whether it’s from the mouth of a skilled storyteller, from the calloused hands of a hardworking Glaswegian, or from the well-worn cobbles of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile you can expect a vibrant story bursting with life. Go beyond seeing Scottish landmarks and experience the kingdom of the north through the stories of the Scots.
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Scotland
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Day 2: Glasgow
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a tour of Glasgow
Visit the Kelvingrove Museum and Art Gallery
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Day 3: Glasgow
Visit the Riverside Museum
Visit the National Bagpipe Center
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Day 4: Glasgow • West Highlands
Travel via Bannockburn and Glencoe to Fort William
Participate in the Battle of Bannockburn Experience
Visit Doune Castle
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Day 5: West Highlands • Inverness
Visit Fort William, where you'll explore
- Neptune's Staircase
- Old Inverlochy Castle
- West Highland Museum
Take a train ride from Fort William to Mallaig
Travel via Glennfinnan to Inverness
Visit the Glenfinnan Monument and Visitor Centre
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Day 6: Inverness • Loch Ness • Edinburgh
Travel via Loch Ness to Edinburgh
Take a cruise on Loch Ness and visit Urquhart Castle
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Day 7: Edinburgh
Enjoy a unique EF-only guided tour of Edinburgh
Visit Edinburgh Castle
Explore Edinburgh on your own
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Day 8: Edinburgh
Explore Edinburgh on your own
Visit the Scottish Storytelling Center to listen to some of the finest storytellers in the country
Visit the National Museum of Scotland
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Specters of Scotland
A city that can inspire Robert Louis Stephenson—an Edinburgh native—to create the monstrous Mr. Hyde has to have a deep and dark past. On your ghost tour, experience the twisted, demented, and downright terrifying side of Edinburgh. See bricked over passages and caged crypts, then try to sleep wondering: who are they keeping out… or what are they keeping in?
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 9: Edinburgh • London
Travel by train to London
Take a walking tour of London
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Day 10: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Visit the Tower of London
Explore London on your own
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Day 11: London
Visit one of the Knightsbridge Museums
- Science Museum
- Natural History Museum
- Victoria and Albert Museum
Ride the London Eye
Explore London on your own
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Scotland
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Day 2: Glasgow
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTake a tour of Glasgow
Visit the Kelvingrove Museum and Art Gallery
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Day 3: Glasgow
Visit the Riverside Museum
Visit the National Bagpipe Center
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Day 4: Glasgow • West Highlands
Travel via Bannockburn and Glencoe to Fort William
Participate in the Battle of Bannockburn Experience
Visit Doune Castle
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Day 5: West Highlands • Inverness
Visit Fort William, where you'll explore
- Neptune's Staircase
- Old Inverlochy Castle
- West Highland Museum
Take a train ride from Fort William to Mallaig
Travel via Glennfinnan to Inverness
Visit the Glenfinnan Monument and Visitor Centre
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Day 6: Inverness • Loch Ness • Edinburgh
Travel via Loch Ness to Edinburgh
Take a cruise on Loch Ness and visit Urquhart Castle
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Day 7: Edinburgh
Enjoy a unique EF-only guided tour of Edinburgh
Visit Edinburgh Castle
Explore Edinburgh on your own
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Day 8: Edinburgh
Explore Edinburgh on your own
Visit the Scottish Storytelling Center to listen to some of the finest storytellers in the country
Visit the National Museum of Scotland
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Specters of Scotland
A city that can inspire Robert Louis Stephenson—an Edinburgh native—to create the monstrous Mr. Hyde has to have a deep and dark past. On your ghost tour, experience the twisted, demented, and downright terrifying side of Edinburgh. See bricked over passages and caged crypts, then try to sleep wondering: who are they keeping out… or what are they keeping in?
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 9: Edinburgh • London
Travel by train to London
Take a walking tour of London
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Day 10: London
Take a guided tour of London
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
- Piccadilly Circus
- St. Paul’s Cathedral
- Westminster Abbey
- Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)
Visit the Tower of London
Explore London on your own
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Day 11: London
Visit one of the Knightsbridge Museums
- Science Museum
- Natural History Museum
- Victoria and Albert Museum
Ride the London Eye
Explore London on your own
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Day 12: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
1 sightseeing tour led by an expert, licensed local guide (2 with extension); 2 walking tours (3 with extension)
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Entrances
Kelvingrove Museum; Riverside Museum; Doune Castle; National Piping Center; Bannockburn Visitor Center; Neptune’s Staircase; Old Inverlochy Castle; West Highland Museum; train to Mallaig; Glenfinnan Monument & Vistor Centre; Loch Ness cruise; Urquhart Castle; Edinburgh Castle; Scottish Storytelling Center; National Museum of Scotland (with extension: Tower of London; London Eye; Knightsbridge Museum)
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.
