Discover the best of Scotland on this 11-day journey timed around the summer solstice with Alistair Heather. Travel from Edinburgh through Angus, Dunkeld, the Highlands, and the far north coast before sailing to the islands of Orkney. Along the way you will explore standing stones and Pictish sites, atmospheric castles, coastal cliffs, and evocative battlefields, with plenty of opportunities for scenic walks and wildlife watching.

Flexible daily options, local contacts, and driver rest planning are woven into the itinerary so the program can adapt to weather, tides, and group interests. From bagpipe makers and distilleries to Neolithic villages and sea-stack viewpoints, this route offers a rich blend of history, landscape, and culture across mainland Scotland and the islands.