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Itinerary
Edinburgh, Perth & the Scottish Highlands
From Aberdeen, we journey west through the heart of Royal Deeside, following the River Dee to the attractive village of Ballater. Continuing past the grounds of Balmoral Castle, the Scottish holiday home of the Royal Family, we arrive in picturesque Braemar, where we enjoy around two hours at leisure to explore its charming centre, independent shops and Highland atmosphere. Later, we travel through the beautiful landscapes of Strathdon and the rolling countryside around Huntly before returning to Aberdeen, taking in some of Aberdeenshire’s most scenic and historic scenery along the way.
Edinburgh, Perth & the Scottish Highlands
We enjoy an en route visit to the beautiful city of Perth, located on the banks of the River Tay and often referred to as the ‘Gateway to the Highlands’. Scotland’s ancient capital for five centuries, Perth is now a compact and cosmopolitan city offering sprawling parks, elegant Georgian townhouses, cobbled streets, outstanding monuments, art galleries, museums, independent shops and award-winning eateries.
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Edinburgh, Perth & the Scottish Highlands
Spend time in the city of Edinburgh, with its impressive skyline dominated by Edinburgh Castle. It’s a truly delightful capital, from the atmospheric cobbled streets of the Old Town and the Royal Mile to the beautiful Georgian avenues of the newer area. Whether you spend time in the charming tea rooms, searching the rails of vintage clothes shops or looking for places of historical interest in tucked-away streets, there is plenty in Edinburgh to suit all tastes.
Perth En Route Visit on the River Tay
Explore an en route visit to Perth, a compact riverside city on the River Tay. Stroll Georgian streets, browse independent shops and galleries, or pause in leafy parklands by the water. Bridges, museums and café corners make this a gentle, walkable stop with plenty of choice.
Known as the Gateway to the Highlands and Scotland’s ancient capital, Perth’s story spans medieval trade, Reformation drama and the coronation traditions linked to nearby Scone. A central coach drop-off places you close to landmarks, leaving time to shape your own discoveries.
Edinburgh City Visit: Old Town & New Town
Experience a hosted visit to Scotland’s capital, with a central drop-off for independent discovery of Edinburgh’s Old Town and New Town. Walk the storied Royal Mile, browse closes and courtyards, and admire views to Edinburgh Castle crowning its volcanic rock. Museums, tea rooms and bookshops lend rich local character.
Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city layers medieval lanes with graceful Georgian squares. Expect cobbles underfoot, bagpipe melodies on the breeze and basalt crags on the skyline—an evocative canvas for exploration at your own pace.
Royal Deeside Scenic Drive: Ballater, Balmoral & Braemar
Discover a journey through Royal Deeside as you follow the River Dee past wooded glens and granite hills to Ballater. Glimpse the grounds of Balmoral Castle from the coach and continue to Braemar, a Highland village framed by Cairngorm summits and fast-flowing burns.
This is classic Cairngorms National Park scenery with Victorian royal echoes and heather-scented air. Expect curated photo opportunities and stories of Deeside estates before a relaxed run back via Strathdon and the countryside around Huntly, where rolling farmland meets moor and forest.
