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Discover the Beauty and Lore of Scotland

One of our most popular destinations, Scotland is land of legend, lore and extraordinary beauty. From stunning cities to picturesque landscapes, there is much to explore. Our variety of packages feature some of the world's most recognizable trains and deliver unique experiences to bring this great country to life.

  • Recommended Destinations: Edinburgh, Glasgow, The Highlands, Inverness, St. Andrews, and more.
  • Ride Famous TrainsJacobite Steam Train, West Highland Line, Kyle LineRoyal Scotsman, and more.
  • Explore by Travel Type: Independent itineraries to explore on your own or Escorted tours guided by a tour manager.

When should you travel to Scotland? The spring and fall offer pleasant temperatures and vibrant colors. The peak summer travel season brings the warmest weather and longest hours of daylight. Many sites are closed in winter, however the holidays offer unique experiences and markets to explore.

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Our Recommended Tours of Scotland

Scottish Highlands
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Cyber Event
4.5 stars(345 reviews)
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$2,695 pp $2,495 pp
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Ross Castle
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Cyber Event
Escorted
2025AprMayJunAugSepOct
13 days from
$5,295 pp $4,995 pp
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Edinburgh
Cyber Event
4.0 stars(24 reviews)
Independent
2025AprMayJunJulAug...
9 days from
$2,829 pp
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Edinburgh
Extra Savings Week
4.1 stars(13 reviews)
Escorted
2025MaySep
13 days from
$4,595 pp $4,195 pp
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Ring of Brodgar
Small Group
4.7 stars(12 reviews)
Escorted
2025Oct
8 days from
$3,495 pp
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Scottish Highlands
Most Popular
Cyber Event
4.5 stars(345 reviews)
Escorted
2025MarAprMayJunJul...
Escorted
9 days from
$2,695 pp $2,495 pp
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Cyber Event
9 days from
$2,695
$2,495
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Ross Castle
Most Popular
Cyber Event
Escorted
2025AprMayJunAugSepOct
Escorted
13 days from
$5,295 pp $4,995 pp
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Cyber Event
13 days from
$5,295
$4,995
per person
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  • DestinationIreland, Scotland
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  • TransportRail, Coach
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Edinburgh
Extra Savings Week
4.1 stars(13 reviews)
Escorted
2025MaySep
Escorted
13 days from
$4,595 pp $4,195 pp
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Extra Savings Week
13 days from
$4,595
$4,195
per person
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  • DestinationEngland, Scotland
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  • TransportRail, Coach
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Edinburgh
Cyber Event
4.0 stars(24 reviews)
Independent
2025AprMayJunJulAug...
Independent
9 days from
$2,829 pp
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Cyber Event
9 days from
$2,829
per person
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  • TransportRail
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Ring of Brodgar
Small Group
4.7 stars(12 reviews)
Escorted
2025Oct
Escorted
8 days from
$3,495 pp
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8 days from
$3,495
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4 days from
$995
per person
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Edinburgh Christmas
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2025Dec
Escorted
7 days from
$2,495 pp
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7 days from
$2,495
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4 days from
$8,975
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Edinburgh, the Highlands and Islands
30/Oct
NEWHART, KENT
5 stars
“The trip and scenery and food were fantastic. As well as the accommodations! Our guide, Rosie is what really pulled the trip together...she was wonderful!! Improvements: The roads are very winding and too much time on the coaches, sometimes made us out of sorts. Drivers were excellent...
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Grand Tour of the UK
18/Sep
Susan Iorio Hofer
5 stars
“The tour itself was well rounded but there are some things I would change. An extra day in York, eliminate the Jacobite steam train and add another stop. Dealing with the luggage on the train was a deficit. The men in the group were very helpful with...
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Orkney & The Shetland Islands
18/Jun
Denise Burruss
5 stars
“Transportation and accommodations went smooth. All tour guides and drivers were very knowledgeable and kept us informed about schedules. We loved the scenery and stops. It was a well rounded vacation.
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Highland Adventure
6/Oct
Tina Fair
4 stars
“The Highlands are beautiful. The hotel was very nice. The food was good. However our guide did not know the area, stopping for restroom breaks in places that had no restrooms. Leaving the hotel too late so that we got to the train station just minutes...
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Edinburgh, the Jacobite & Isle of Skye
10/Sep
W Reid White
4 stars
“Vacations by Rail (VBR) ordered tours from other companies, made hotel reservations, and arranged for us to pick up train tickets round trip Edinburgh to Inverness. All of the services from the other providers were outstanding - especially Haggis Adventures and Rabbies. However, VBR’s communication, clarity, and responsiveness were abhorrent....
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Scotland Tours

A land of legend, lore and extraordinary beauty, Scotland is the ideal destination for escorted or self-guided vacations. A trip to Scotland can depart from London or begin in one of the enchanting cities within the country. Scotland's capital, Edinburgh, is the perfect beginning or endpoint for your Scotland vacation. This city has an enchanting fusion of cosmopolitan amenities and ancient sites, including 12th-century Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace, which was constructed in the 16th century. From Edinburgh, travel north across the Firth of Forth en route to Aberdeen and the market town of Keith. Other vacation packages continue further inland by train to Glasgow or through the incredibly scenic Scottish Highlands to Inverness. Regardless of where the rail tour itinerary takes you, vistas of mysterious lochs, ancient castles and rolling green hills make the perfect backdrop.

Explore the endless facets of Scottish culture with travel packages that include stops in well-known cities and charming destinations in between. Taste your way through the Glen Ord Distillery, the last remaining Scotch whisky distillery on the Black Isle. Tour Scotland's remaining castles, including Ballindalloch Castle, Glamis Castle or Kinghorne. Marvel at the waterfalls of Glen Falloch or search for Nessie from the shores of Loch Ness. Journey to Cairngorms National Park, which houses the Rothiemurchus Estate, and visit the Culloden Battlefield outside Aviemore.

Scotland vacations often include train tours between these memorable points of interest. Enjoy a ride on one of the world's most iconic rail lines, the Jacobite Steam Train, while traveling between Fort William and Mallaig. This train crosses the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct that gained notoriety in the Harry Potter films. A trip on the West Highland Line presents the very best of the Scottish Highlands. Select travel packages also feature overnight adventures aboard Scotland's premier luxury train, the Royal Scotsman.

While perfect on their own, Scotland rail tours can be easily combined with a vacation in England, tours of Wales or Ireland trips for a more expansive vacation experience.

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