2027 Dates Released: 10-Day Small Group Tour of Scotland
Destinations & Itineraries

2027 Dates Released: 10-Day Small Group Tour of Scotland

Small Group Tours Team
Published 4 March 2026
Updated 7 September 2026
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Destinations & Itineraries

Key Takeaways

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    13 departure dates are now available for the 10-Day Grand Tour of Scotland throughout 2027
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    The tour covers 9 nights in 3–4★ hotels including the Isle of Skye, Cairngorms, NC500 highlights and Glencoe
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    Maximum 8 guests per vehicle means personal attention and a flexible, sociable group atmosphere
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    Prices start from £3,999 per person (double occupancy) with a £500 deposit to secure your place
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    2027 dates are expected to fill quickly — early booking is strongly recommended for summer departures

📣 2027 Dates Now Released

Thirteen departures are now available for the 10-Day Grand Tour. With only 8 places per vehicle, dates fill quickly — early booking is strongly recommended.

10-Day Small Group Tour of Scotland 2027 – Dates Released

Scotland Small Group Tours Highland Adventure.Webp | Small Group Tours Scotland

We're thrilled to announce that all 2027 departure dates for the 10-Day Grand Tour of Scotland are now open for booking. This is our most comprehensive Highland adventure — ten days of breathtaking scenery, ancient history, and unforgettable experiences across the length and breadth of Scotland.

From the Cairngorms National Park to the far northwest Highlands, the NC500 coastline, the Isle of Skye, and the dramatic pass of Glencoe, this tour covers ground that most visitors never reach. With just 8 guests per departure, every moment feels personal.

8

Max Guests

10

Days / 9 Nights

3–4★

Hotels Included

13

2027 Departures

2027 Departure Dates – 10-Day Grand Tour

Neist Point Sea Cliffs Isle Of Skye | Small Group Tours Scotland

All departures begin and end in Edinburgh. Every date below is currently available — places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Departure Return Price (Double) Price (Single) Availability
18 April 202727 April 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable
1 May 202710 May 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable
14 May 202723 May 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable
27 May 20275 June 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable
9 June 202718 June 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable
22 June 20271 July 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable
5 July 202714 July 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable
18 July 202727 July 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable
22 August 202731 August 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable
4 September 202713 September 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable
17 September 202726 September 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable
30 September 20279 October 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable
13 October 202722 October 2027£3,999 pp£4,599 ppAvailable

Prices are per person based on double/twin or single occupancy. A £500 per person deposit secures your chosen departure.

What's Included in the 10-Day Grand Tour

Dunvegan Loch Isle Of Skye Highland Hills | Small Group Tours Scotland

This is our flagship itinerary — a comprehensive journey through Scotland's most spectacular regions. Everything is included so you can travel without a single worry.

  • 9 nights in 3–4★ hotels with daily breakfast
  • Luxury Mercedes Sprinter transport for all 10 days
  • Expert Edinburgh-based guide throughout
  • Isle of Skye — multi-day exploration including Fairy Pools, Quiraing, and Portree
  • Glencoe & Rannoch Moor — Scotland's most dramatic landscapes
  • Loch Ness & Inverness — cruise and Urquhart Castle
  • Cairngorms National Park — Highland wildlife and mountain scenery
  • NC500 Highlights — the far northwest Highlands and coast
  • Eilean Donan Castle, Culloden, St Andrews and more
  • Maximum 8 guests — true small group touring

Why 2027 Will Be a Special Year to Tour Scotland

Glen Shieldaig Scottish Highlands | Small Group Tours Scotland

2027 is shaping up to be a landmark year for Scottish tourism, with renewed international interest following a string of high-profile travel features placing Scotland among the world's top destinations. If you've been considering a Highland adventure, 2027 is the year — and booking now ensures you get the exact dates and experience you want.

"The 10-day tour gave us so much more than we expected. We saw parts of Scotland we'd never have found on our own, and the group became genuine friends by the end. We're already planning to come back." — Mark & Caroline, USA

Why Book Early?

Scottish Highland Loch Valley Aerial View | Small Group Tours Scotland

Our 10-Day Grand Tour is our most popular itinerary and our most limited in terms of availability. With only 8 places per departure and 13 dates across the season, the total 2027 capacity is just 104 guests. Spring and summer dates in particular tend to fill many months in advance.

Ready to Book?

Eilean Donan Castle Loch Duich | Small Group Tours Scotland

Visit our 10-Day Tour page for the full itinerary, all 2027 dates, and to secure your place with a £500 deposit. Also available: our 7-Day Highland Adventure for a shorter but equally spectacular Scottish experience.

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