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Highlights of the Scottish Highlands – Exclusively Solos

Price

from £1405 /pp

was £1265
Flights included
Dates Available

July 2026 - October 2027
Duration

5 days
Depart From

5 airports
Excursions & Visits

9 included
Meals

12 included
Ways to pay

Want to spread the cost? Choose our Easy Payment Plan and pay from £122.93 per month.

Highlights of the Scottish Highlands – Exclusively Solos

From rugged mountains and serene lochs to historic castles and picturesque towns, this is Scotland at its most spellbinding and solo-friendly.

Journey on an easy-going getaway encompassing Scotland’s most exceptional sights, dropping in at recognisable spots as well as some lesser-known, but equally as delightful highlights. Over five days, you’ll visit several natural spectacles, taking in each one at your own pace within the comfort and safety of a like-minded group of nature, culture and history enthusiasts. 

From your base at the Coylumbridge Hotel, located in the heart of the Highlands, your group of well-matched travellers will be guided around Cairngorm Mountain, Fort Augustus, Nairn, Culloden Battlefield, Brodie Castle, Balmoral Estate and Ballater. Along the way, prepare to also be captivated by the dramatic panoramas while learning about the legends that go with each area and sampling Scotland’s finest spirits with a local expert.

Take in the royal family's official Scottish residence, Balmoral Castle & Estate

View of Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness, with the sun shining on the castle

Embark on a two-hour cruise across the mystical waters of Loch Ness

People enjoying sunny day and lying in the grass outside of the Glenmuick Church in the town centre of Ballater. Balmoral bar in the background.

Immerse yourself in charming Ballater, a picturesque Victorian village nestled on the outskirts of Cairngorms National Park

Close up of a glass of gin and tonic with a blurry background

Enjoy a drinks reception and welcome dinner to help you get to know your fellow solo travellers

Your first day will be dedicated to travel, relaxation and a little bit of settling in.

After arriving in Inverness, you’ll be transferred to the charming Coylumbridge Hotel. This beautiful property, backed by beautiful scenery, is an ideal base for exploring the Scottish Highlands. Welcome drinks and dinner will be served, providing the perfect opportunity to get to know your fellow solo travellers before the tour kicks off.

Enjoy breakfast this morning before venturing on a morning drive to the famous Balmoral Castle, the Scottish holiday home of the Royal Family since 1852. You’ll get to enter the castle to see the ballroom (the largest room in the castle), view the exhibitions and wander the gardens. The castle’s ballroom is the only area open to the public and where many members of the Royal Family have been pictured hosting events.

Near the castle is Crathie Kirk, a small parish church in the village of Crathie. Best known for being the regular place of worship of the Royal Family, this church was built in 1895 and looks over the Dee River.

The tour will then continue to the beautiful Victorian village of Ballater, located near Cairngorms National Park. You can stroll around the speciality shops and seek out one of the delightful cafes for lunch (on your own account). This evening, you’ll have time for dinner and to relax.

Following breakfast this morning, you’ll board on a two-hour Loch Ness cruise, which will be narrated by your tour manager as you take in views of the banks. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled for a glimpse of Nessie, the legendary creature said to inhabit the loch.

Back on land, the tour will call at the town of Fort Augustus, known for the impressive Fort Augustus Abbey that was founded in the 18th century. Now home to a museum, the fort will be explored on a guided tour, and you’ll learn about its role in the local community while marvelling at the architecture and the stained-glass windows.

Those eager to venture on a stroll, can join an optional hike along the towpath of the Caledonian Canal. Alternatively, you can potter around at your own pace, perhaps taking a saunter with some other travellers.

In the evening, unwind at your leisure or amongst your fellow travellers.

Once the group have had breakfast, it’s time to make the most of your penultimate day. The small market town of Nairn is up first, and you’ll get to meander around this ancient fishing port known for its unspoilt beaches and wealth of wildlife – keep an eye out for seals, whales, and dolphins.

You’ll then head to the Culloden Battlefield, where you'll be transported back in time to one of the most significant battles in Scottish history. Learn about the Jacobite rising of 1745 and the fateful battle that took place here with your guide. During your visit, you’ll be led through the eerie moorland and stand where the brave Jacobite soldiers once stood, fighting for their beliefs.

The group will continue to the rose-coloured, turreted Brodie Castle, the ancestral home of the Brodie clan for over 400 years and a treasure trove of priceless antiques and artefacts. The castle building reflects the changing needs of the residents over the centuries – from the impenetrable 16th-century guard chamber to a sprawling Victorian extension with some magnificent rooms. A guided tour will help you make the very most of your visit. The beautiful grounds, which boast a dazzling display of daffodils in the spring, are also well worth exploring.

As it’s the final evening, you can join your fellow travellers for a farewell dinner at the hotel – an ideal chance to reflect and discuss highlights amongst each other.

Ruthven Barracks and the path leading up to it

View of Cairngorm Mountains from Aviemore, with rocks and trees in the forefront

View of Loch An Eilean Castle, with the remains of a dead tree poking out the water in the forefront

View of the Scottish Highlands with sunshine coming through behind them

Immerse yourself in the rich history of Scotland with a full-day tour of Nairn and Brodie Castle

Wander around Fort Augustus, a picturesque town nestled on the banks of the Caledonian Canal

Learn about the Scottish clans and their battles with a trip to Culloden Battlefield

Four nights' dinner, bed and Scottish breakfast at the three-star Coylumbridge Hotel
A welcome dinner and drinks, and a farewell dinner
Four breakfasts
A visit to Brodie Castle
Return flights to Inverness, with coach travel and transfers throughout
A cruise across Loch Ness
A visit to Balmoral Castle & Crathie Kirk
An excursion to Ballater
Visits to Nairn, Culloden Battlefield, and Fort Augustus
Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager
All mandatory local taxes and charges

Dates & Prices

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Departure point	Departure date		Price (per person)	Availability
Tour Only	July 2026 - October 2027		from £1080.00 pp	9 dates available
Tour Only	14 Jun 2026 Sunday 5 days 19 Jun 2026 Friday		No Single Supplement	Sold out
Tour Only	19 Jul 2026 Sunday 5 days 24 Jul 2026 Friday	Late Escape	No Single Supplement from £1368.00 was £1710.00	Hurry, selling fast!
Tour Only	13 Sep 2026 Sunday 5 days 18 Sep 2026 Friday	Late Escape	No Single Supplement from £1190.00 was £1400.00	Hurry, selling fast!
Tour Only	18 Oct 2026 Sunday 5 days 23 Oct 2026 Friday		No Single Supplement from £1080.00 was £1200.00
Tour Only	08 Apr 2027 Thursday 5 days 13 Apr 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1161.00 was £1290.00
Tour Only	13 May 2027 Thursday 5 days 18 May 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1413.00 was £1570.00
Tour Only	10 Jun 2027 Thursday 5 days 15 Jun 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1413.00 was £1570.00
Tour Only	19 Aug 2027 Thursday 5 days 24 Aug 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1719.00 was £1910.00
Tour Only	16 Sep 2027 Thursday 5 days 21 Sep 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1413.00 was £1570.00
Tour Only	14 Oct 2027 Thursday 5 days 19 Oct 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1197.00 was £1330.00
Bristol	July 2026 - October 2027		from £1274.00 pp	9 dates available
Bristol	14 Jun 2026 Sunday 5 days 19 Jun 2026 Friday		No Single Supplement	Sold out
Bristol	19 Jul 2026 Sunday 5 days 24 Jul 2026 Friday	Late Escape	No Single Supplement from £1560.00 was £1949.00	Hurry, selling fast!
Bristol	13 Sep 2026 Sunday 5 days 18 Sep 2026 Friday	Late Escape	No Single Supplement from £1385.00 was £1629.00	Hurry, selling fast!
Bristol	18 Oct 2026 Sunday 5 days 23 Oct 2026 Friday		No Single Supplement from £1274.00 was £1415.00
Bristol	08 Apr 2027 Thursday 5 days 13 Apr 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1341.00 was £1489.00
Bristol	13 May 2027 Thursday 5 days 18 May 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1557.00 was £1729.00
Bristol	10 Jun 2027 Thursday 5 days 15 Jun 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1557.00 was £1729.00
Bristol	19 Aug 2027 Thursday 5 days 24 Aug 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1890.00 was £2099.00
Bristol	16 Sep 2027 Thursday 5 days 21 Sep 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1602.00 was £1779.00
Bristol	14 Oct 2027 Thursday 5 days 19 Oct 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1409.00 was £1565.00
London Gatwick	July 2026 - October 2027		from £1337.00 pp	9 dates available
London Gatwick	14 Jun 2026 Sunday 5 days 19 Jun 2026 Friday		No Single Supplement	Sold out
London Gatwick	19 Jul 2026 Sunday 5 days 24 Jul 2026 Friday	Late Escape	No Single Supplement from £1624.00 was £2029.00	Hurry, selling fast!
London Gatwick	13 Sep 2026 Sunday 5 days 18 Sep 2026 Friday	Late Escape	No Single Supplement from £1479.00 was £1739.00	Hurry, selling fast!
London Gatwick	18 Oct 2026 Sunday 5 days 23 Oct 2026 Friday		No Single Supplement from £1337.00 was £1485.00
London Gatwick	08 Apr 2027 Thursday 5 days 13 Apr 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1611.00 was £1789.00
London Gatwick	13 May 2027 Thursday 5 days 18 May 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1643.00 was £1825.00
London Gatwick	10 Jun 2027 Thursday 5 days 15 Jun 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1643.00 was £1825.00
London Gatwick	19 Aug 2027 Thursday 5 days 24 Aug 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £2097.00 was £2329.00
London Gatwick	16 Sep 2027 Thursday 5 days 21 Sep 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1629.00 was £1809.00
London Gatwick	14 Oct 2027 Thursday 5 days 19 Oct 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1440.00 was £1599.00
London Heathrow	April 2027 - October 2027		from £1386.00 pp	6 dates available
London Heathrow	08 Apr 2027 Thursday 5 days 13 Apr 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1386.00 was £1539.00
London Heathrow	13 May 2027 Thursday 5 days 18 May 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1643.00 was £1825.00
London Heathrow	10 Jun 2027 Thursday 5 days 15 Jun 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1679.00 was £1865.00
London Heathrow	19 Aug 2027 Thursday 5 days 24 Aug 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £2021.00 was £2245.00
London Heathrow	16 Sep 2027 Thursday 5 days 21 Sep 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1710.00 was £1899.00
London Heathrow	14 Oct 2027 Thursday 5 days 19 Oct 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1422.00 was £1579.00
London Luton	July 2026 - October 2027		from £1265.00 pp	9 dates available
London Luton	14 Jun 2026 Sunday 5 days 19 Jun 2026 Friday		No Single Supplement	Sold out
London Luton	19 Jul 2026 Sunday 5 days 24 Jul 2026 Friday	Late Escape	No Single Supplement from £1572.00 was £1965.00	Hurry, selling fast!
London Luton	13 Sep 2026 Sunday 5 days 18 Sep 2026 Friday	Late Escape	No Single Supplement from £1399.00 was £1645.00	Hurry, selling fast!
London Luton	18 Oct 2026 Sunday 5 days 23 Oct 2026 Friday		No Single Supplement from £1265.00 was £1405.00
London Luton	08 Apr 2027 Thursday 5 days 13 Apr 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1350.00 was £1499.00
London Luton	13 May 2027 Thursday 5 days 18 May 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1620.00 was £1799.00
London Luton	10 Jun 2027 Thursday 5 days 15 Jun 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1620.00 was £1799.00
London Luton	19 Aug 2027 Thursday 5 days 24 Aug 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1859.00 was £2065.00
London Luton	16 Sep 2027 Thursday 5 days 21 Sep 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1553.00 was £1725.00
London Luton	14 Oct 2027 Thursday 5 days 19 Oct 2027 Tuesday		No Single Supplement from £1395.00 was £1549.00
Manchester	July 2026 - October 2026		from £1409.00 pp	3 dates available
Manchester	14 Jun 2026 Sunday 5 days 19 Jun 2026 Friday		No Single Supplement	Sold out
Manchester	19 Jul 2026 Sunday 5 days 24 Jul 2026 Friday	Late Escape	No Single Supplement from £1660.00 was £2075.00	Hurry, selling fast!
Manchester	13 Sep 2026 Sunday 5 days 18 Sep 2026 Friday	Late Escape	No Single Supplement from £1535.00 was £1805.00	Hurry, selling fast!
Manchester	18 Oct 2026 Sunday 5 days 23 Oct 2026 Friday		No Single Supplement from £1409.00 was £1565.00

The Coylumbridge Hotel, Aviemore Aviemore Enclosed by Cairngorms National Park, this resort, backed by beautiful scenery, is an ideal base for exploring the Scottish Highlands.

We sometimes need to combine transfers to and from your hotel. We always try to keep any wait to a minimum, but you may be asked to wait at the airport for up to an hour, while other incoming flights arrive, before the transfer to your hotel. Similarly, we may need to transfer you back to the airport up to three hours before your flight home departs.

The majority of our tours involve a certain amount of walking, including a short walk from the coach stop to the town, attraction or venue you're visiting. If you are bringing a wheelchair, please let us know at the time of booking so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

The Balmoral Castle and Estate is a Royal residence and can be closed without prior notice. In 2025, Balmoral was closed in the months of August and September, and this may also be the case in 2026. A suitable replacement will be included as an alternative.

All mandatory local taxes and charges are included in the price of your holiday as per the itinerary. Prices for any optional excursions are listed separately. Any suggested free-time activities, attractions, meals or entertainment are not included (unless otherwise stated), and may be subject to local charges. Please note that tipping is optional and as such, is typically not included in the price of your holiday (unless otherwise stated).

Save up to 10% offer applies to new bookings made between 1st April and 30th April 2026 and cannot be applied retrospectively to bookings already confirmed. This offer does not apply to child pricing. The offer does not apply to departure dates with late availability pricing.

Maximum 10% discount applies to a selection of long & all short haul tours. This discount is not valid on Festive, River Cruise, André Rieu events, Edinburgh Tattoo or Wimbledon. This offer cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other discount, promotion or concession. When booking a holiday as described above, prices shown will automatically have the discount applied. The discount applies to the original tour price (excluding any discounts already applied, extras and holiday insurance) at the time of booking.

This offer is subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Newmarket Holidays reserves the right to cancel, change or amend any tour. Holidays booked with Newmarket Holidays, are financially protected in accordance with ABTA, ATOL & ABTOT regulations. Newmarket Holidays Limited is a company registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 02238316.

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