Scotland: The Highlands and Edinburgh’s Military Tattoo

Set astride the mighty River Clyde, Glasgow proffers a glass brimming with experiences. Arrive and transfer to your hotel, where you gather with fellow guests for cocktails and a welcome dinner.

Take a walking tour of Glasgow that reveals the glory of the city's industrial heyday, and explore the renowned collection of art and artifacts housed at the Burrell Collection. Spend your afternoon and evening exploring where and how you like.

Venture along the shores of scenic Loch Lomond to Inveraray Castle, where a private guide leads you through this aristocratic residence on an exclusive A&K experience. Proceed through the Great Glen past Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Britain, and travel to Loch Ness, home of fabled "Nessie,” before arriving at Inverness. Tonight, gather for a traditional Scottish dinner at your hotel.

Visit Culloden Moor, the historic battle site where the Jacobite army of Bonnie Prince Charlie was defeated in 1746. Nearby lies Clava Cairns, a Bronze Age stone formation used as inspiration for the Outlander series. Stop at Speyside Cooperage to discover the art of barrel making, learning how coopers shape, shave and char oak casks for whisky. After a pub lunch, explore Johnston's Cashmere Mill, then return to Inverness.

Drive through Cairngorms National Park, home to the United Kingdom's only freely grazing reindeer herd. View wildlife with a park ranger at a family estate in the heart of the forest. Have lunch at your leisure in charming Pitlochry and then wet your whistle with a tasting at the Scotch whisky distillery at Lindores Abbey. Continue to the lovely coastal town of St. Andrews, regarded as the home of golf. After an introduction to the historic town, sip a cocktail while overlooking the iconic Old Course.

Walk the old course at fabled St. Andrews, guided by a former caddy who weaves history with a bit of golf mythology to bring to life this cradle of the game. Listen to learn the secrets of the "Grand Old Lady” of golf even as the wind whistles off the water to remind you how challenging play can be in this ruggedly beautiful and iconic setting. From Bobby Jones to Jack Nicklaus to Tiger Woods and beyond, you’ll be walking in the footsteps of legends. Relax during an afternoon and evening on your own.

Journey to Edinburgh, Scotland's elegant capital. Tour Holyrood Palace, then continue up the Royal Mile to the historic Signet Library, where you are invited to one of Edinburgh's most substantial afternoon teas, featuring savory side dishes and sweets that make for a satisfying lunch. Explore Edinburgh Castle with an expert local guide and take in the stunning views over the city, then check in to your hotel for an evening at leisure.

Begin your day with a private, before-hours visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia, a proud vessel that served as a floating home to the Royal Family for over 40 years. Take in a panoramic overview of the local sights before returning to your hotel for an afternoon to recharge for this evening’s festivities. Your farewell dinner is a prelude to the precision and pageantry of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a stirring display of martial music and military-style maneuvers that has taken place for over 70 years, which you experience from your premium grandstand seat.

After breakfast, privately transfer to the airport for your departing flight.