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  • Edinburgh & The Scottish Highlands

One of this tour’s fine hotels
Our goal is always to find the most interesting and memorable lodging a region offers. Here's one of our favorites from this itinerary. For a complete list, please call or email us.

Kimberley Hotel
A historic property that boasts spectacular views over the bay of Oban and the islands of Scotland's glorious West coast. Located in the town of Oban, which has been an inspiration to artists, authors and poets for centuries. This grand hotel, which was built in the late 1800's, is family owned and has recently been refurbished.
Where the tour begins and ends

Starting Point: Glasgow, Scotland - 12:00 pm

Ending Point: Edinburgh, Scotland - 3:00 pm

What the weather is like
Scotland has a very temperate climate and is generally very comfortable. In the summer during our trips, the region does not have very significant temperature extremes.

Average
Daily Highs (°F)
 June  July  Aug.  Sept.
Edinburgh  62  66  65  60
Glasgow  63  66  65  60
Background reading

Scotland, The Story of a Nation - Magnus Magnusson
A vivid survey of the history of Scotland, rich in personality and incident, by a master storyteller.

Rob Roy - Sir Walter Scott
Adventure in the highlands of 18th-century Scotland starring the dashing outlaw Rob Roy MacGregor. Part of the "Penguin Classics" series, this book contains explanatory notes and an introduction that sets it in its historical context.

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