The golf club in St Andrews is called the Royal and Ancient, and this, too, could apply to the country of Scotland. At every turn, whether in majestic cities like Edinburgh or lush landscapes in the Highlands, lies vestiges of ancient history and royal traditions.
Itineraries We Love
We believe that itineraries need to be personalized, and can work for anyone from honeymooners and adventurers to families and multi-gen groups as long as they are tailored to your interests. Here are some of our favorites; many more can be created by our expert team.
Courtesy Glen AffricIconic Scotland
Few countries have a stronger sense of patriotism and love of country than Scotland, which is, after all, the land of Braveheart, or William Wallace.
Few countries have a stronger sense of patriotism and love of country than Scotland, which is, after all, the land of Braveheart, or William Wallace.
When to Go
The best time to visit Scotland is in the summer, when the days are long and the weather is mild.
Ideal Length of Stay
5-7 days
Itinerary Highlights
Edinburgh, St Andrews, the Scottish Highlands
Day 1-3: Edinburgh
Enjoy your days strolling through city’s neighborhoods and admiring the architectural marvels of Edinburgh with a personal guide, including the Edinburgh Castle, Castle Rock and Holyrood House.
Day 3-4: St Andrews
Tour the home of golf and meeting place of Kate and Will, plus the city’s ancient cathedral and castle and the beaches.
Day 4-7: Scottish Highlands
Road trip from Inverness to Fort William and back down to Perthshire, with stops for stunning scenery, haunting castles and charming villages.
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Travel Guides & Articles
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Courtesy the Waldorf AstoriaRead MoreEdinburgh
Beneath a dreamlike canopy of Gothic and Georgian steeples, spires, towers and turrets, Edinburgh’s cobblestoned streets wind uphill en route to a magnificent medieval fortress. Long hailed the “Athens of the North,” Scotland’s misty, collegiate capital is a profoundly lettered...
Courtesy of Visit ScotlandRead MoreSt. Andrews
Set among the cluster of fishing villages that make up the Kingdom of Fife is the charming beachside town of St Andrews. Its designation as the home of golf is well-earned, and it also boasts Scotland’s oldest university, University of St...
Photo by Kathryn Nathanson, courtesy IndagareRead MoreJust Back From
A (Very In-Depth) Report on Scotland: The Isle of Skye, the Scottish Highlands and Edinburgh
Indagare’s Kathryn Nathanson just returned from a scouting trip to Scotland, visiting the Isle of Skye, the Scottish Highlands and Edinburgh. Below, she tells us why you should think about visiting Scotland now, plus her favorite restaurants, shops and hotel...
Courtesy Gleneagles TownhouseRead MoreTravel Spotlight
First Look: Gleneagles Townhouse
Indagare’s Diana Li reports on Gleneagles Townhouse, the new, urban little sister to Gleneagles, one of our favorite Scotland countryside estates.
University of Glasgow Tower (courtesy University of Glasgow)Read MoreBest of...
Glasgow Cheat Sheet
Once celebrated as "The Second City" of the British Empire, Glasgow is in the spotlight again with its exciting culinary scene and robust art and culture offerings. Here, Indagare's Ried Stelly reveals the best places to stay, eat and visit...
