Trip Overview

Over seven perfectly-paced days, discover the rich cultural heritage and quiet beauty of southern and central Scotland.

Visit captivating castles, engaging museums and traditional villages as you trace the stories behind national icons such as Robert Burns, Rob Roy and William Wallace. Explore the grand rooms and gardens of Culzean Castle, wander the cobbled streets of Luss, and cruise across Loch Lomond to the peaceful wooded shores of Inchcailloch Island.

From beautiful architecture and afternoon tea, to dramatic stories and local ale, every day combines memorable experiences with time to enjoy the picturesque surroundings. With the irreplaceable insight of a knowledgeable guide and the comfort of hand-picked accommodation, this trip offers a fascinating and relaxing way to experience Scotland.

Day 1 – Poetry, Pints and Robbie Burns Read Less: Day 1

Poetry, Pints and Robbie Burns

Meet your Wilderness guide at Glasgow Central Railway Station and transfer south out of the city. Enjoy a relaxed lunch, chatting with your fellow travellers about the adventure ahead. This afternoon, visit the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, which celebrates the enduring legacy of Scotland’s national bard, and afterwards, Burns Cottage, where he spent the first few years of his life. In the cottage, pint of local ale in hand, you’ll be joined by a fantastic storyteller who will reveal more about the man behind the verse. This evening, settle into your lovely accommodation and relax.

Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2 – Culzean Castle and Brig o’ Doon Read Less: Day 2

Culzean Castle and Brig o’ Doon

This morning, visit the impressive and wildly opulent Culzean Castle. Designed in the 18th century for the extravagant David Kennedy, the 10th Earl of Cassillis, this historic property bursts with treasures and interesting artefacts. Set amidst a sprawling estate with beautiful woodlands, secret follies and flamboyant formal gardens, it’s easy to lose track of time here, surrounded by so many stories. This afternoon, there’s the opportunity to explore more of the Ayrshire countryside, perhaps visiting the cobblestone bridge, Brig o’Doon, which is famous as the setting for the final verse of Robert Burns’s poem Tam o’ Shanter.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3 – Weaver’s Cottage and Hill House Architecture Read Less: Day 3

Weaver’s Cottage and Hill House Architecture

Check out of your hotel and visit a charming cottage and hands-on museum, where you’ll step back to a time when hand-woven textiles were the pride of Scotland’s weaving industry. Watch a 200-year-old loom in action and even try your hand at weaving. Afterwards, transfer to Helensburgh, an elegant town on the Firth of Clyde. Enjoy a leisurely lunch before exploring The Hill House – an iconic home designed in 1902 by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and his wife. With meticulous attention to form and interior detail, it’s a delight to move from room to room, noting how each element reflects the distinctive aesthetic. This evening, a short drive will take you to the second accommodation of your trip with time to relax before dinner.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4 – Luss, Loch Lomond and Inchcailloch Island Read Less: Day 4

Luss, Loch Lomond and Inchcailloch Island

Today, discover the beautiful landscapes of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Join your guide as you walk around the pretty conservation village of Luss (an area believed to have been occupied since medieval times). Afterwards, take a scenic cruise across Loch Lomond to the peaceful wooded shores of Inchcailloch Island. Part of the Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve, Inchcailloch is rich in natural and cultural heritage, home to an ancient church, old trees and stunning views. After exploring, relax with a picnic lunch on the beach before catching the boat back to Luss, where you’ll have some free time before dinner.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5 – Rob Roy, Afternoon Tea and the Crannog Centre Read Less: Day 5

Rob Roy, Afternoon Tea and the Crannog Centre

This morning, transfer to the village of Balquhidder to visit the grave of Rob Roy MacGregor, an outlaw to the English and a hero to the Scottish, whose life and legacy are deeply woven into Highland history. Continue north, pausing in the pretty village of Killin to admire the cascading Falls of Dochart before stopping at a charming hotel for a decadent afternoon tea. Afterwards, head out to explore the Scottish Crannog Centre, an engaging museum which brings Iron Age life to the surface of Loch Tay. After your visit, travel on to Pitlochry, a town tucked on the banks of the River Tummel and the perfect base for the next two nights of your trip.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6 – Blair Castle and Whisky Tasting Read Less: Day 6

Blair Castle and Whisky Tasting

This morning, take a short drive to Blair Castle, the ancestral home of the Atholl family for over seven centuries. Set against the backdrop of Highland Perthshire, the castle reveals a unique chapter of Scottish history, with opulent rooms and beautifully kept gardens to explore. After lunch, return to Pitlochry for some free time to browse the independent shops or visit the town’s famous fish ladder, designed to help salmon migrate upstream. This afternoon, round off your adventure with a guided whisky tasting, discovering the alchemy behind Scotland’s most iconic spirit as you sample a curated selection of drams.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7 – Stirling and Depart Read Less: Day 7

Stirling and Depart

This morning, depart Pitlochry and travel south to the city of Stirling – once the gateway to the Highlands and a key stronghold in Scotland’s past. Begin with a visit to the Wallace Monument, a striking tower perched on the Abbey Craig dedicated to one of Scotland’s national heroes. Next, continue to Stirling Castle. Historically, a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens, its halls, great kitchens and royal chambers provide an insight into Renaissance life. After your visit, your guide will transfer you back to Glasgow Central Station, where your trip will conclude.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

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Trip Dates for 2026	Availability	Status	Price	Book
17th May - 23rd May 2026	8 place(s) left	Available	£2,995	Book Now
9th Aug - 15th Aug 2026	8 place(s) left	Available	£2,995	Book Now
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Accommodation Read More

This Culture & Heritage holiday is based in three welcoming and deluxe accommodations.

For the first two nights, we stay in a traditional, family run hotel, offering hearty food and comfortable rooms. For the next two nights, we stay in a beautifully restored 17th‑century coaching inn. For the final two nights, we stay in a charming 4-star country-house hotel set within ten acres of peaceful woodland.

Single Rooms

There is no supplement charged to solo travellers, however, you will be required to share a room with another person of the same sex. If you request a double room for single occupancy, a supplement of £800 is charged.

Due to the nature of the accommodations we use, single supplements are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis.

Meals Read More

This trip includes all meals, from lunch on day 1 to lunch on day 7. Dinners are two courses as standard.

Great food is paramount on all Wilderness Scotland trips, and we will enjoy excellent regional cooking throughout this all-inclusive trip. Of course, dietary requirements can be catered for; just let us know when booking.

Your guide will have an evening off during this trip where they do not eat with the group.

Inclusions Read More

6 nights’ accommodation in 3 or 4 star hotels.
Meals during the trip as stated in the itinerary.
The services of our experienced and knowledgeable guide/driver throughout.
Pickup and transport throughout the trip.
7 days exploring the culture and heritage of Scotland.
Entrance and admission fees as stated in the itinerary.

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This Culture and Heritage trip is designed for travellers interested in local history, traditions, and ways of life. It offers a relaxed pace with immersive experiences, guided visits, and opportunities to connect with communities, craftspeople, and custodians of heritage.

Most days are spent almost entirely outdoors, exploring historic sites, gardens, or rural areas. Terrain is generally easy, with some uneven surfaces, steps, or gentle inclines. There are also occasional opportunities to make ascents to scenic viewpoints—these may involve steeper and winding staircases, rugged paths, or rougher terrain for those who are keen. These trips would be suitable for most reasonably active travellers.

This trip is ideal for those who enjoy cultural depth without physical challenge, and who value engaging storytelling, local knowledge, and meaningful connection with place.

Travel - Arrival and Departure Read More

You will be met by your Wilderness Scotland Guides at Glasgow Central Railway Station at 12:00pm on Day 1 of your trip. We’ll pick you up at the Gordon Street pick-up and drop-off area.

The trip will conclude at Glasgow Central Railway Station at 4:30pm on the final day.

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Day 1

Poetry, Pints and Robbie Burns

Day 2

Culzean Castle and Brig o’ Doon

Day 3

Weaver’s Cottage and Hill House Architecture

Day 4

Luss, Loch Lomond and Inchcailloch Island

Day 5

Rob Roy, Afternoon Tea and the Crannog Centre

Day 6

Blair Castle and Whisky Tasting

Day 7

Stirling and Depart

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