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Celtic Quest: Exploring Scotland's Ancient Sites
Private Tour Itinerary
4 Nights
From Glasgow
This bespoke tour was thoughtfully crafted by our Private Tour Consultants for a group passengers eager to trace their Scottish roots. Their journey takes them through the landscapes and communities once home to their ancestors, uncovering rich local history and personal connections along the way.
This journey is for those who crave untamed coastlines, timeless stories, and the thrill of exploring Scotland’s far north - a land where beauty and heritage collide in unforgettable ways. Trace the edge of Scotland where land meets legend. Sail across the Pentland Firth to Orkney, where echoes of Vikings and Neolithic builders linger among stone circles and ancient tombs. Stand at the windswept tip of John o’ Groats, gaze upon towering sea stacks, and wander through villages steeped in history and charm.
Included✓ Accommodation for passengers in 3 star hotel, based on 2 people sharing a double/twin ensuite ✓ Breakfast daily ✓ Travel in Luxury 16 Seat Mini Coach ✓ Expert English speaking local Guide ✓ 44lbs (20kg) luggage allowance per person ✓ Off the beaten track locations ✓ Ferry crossings from Scrabster to Stromness (Orkney) ✓ Gill's Bay to St. Margaret's Hope return ✓ Entrance to Culloden Battlefield ✓ Entrance to Glenfiddich Distillery ✓ Entrance to Glenlivet OR Cardhu Distillery ✓ Entrance to Italian Chapel | ||
Optional Extras✓ Entrances to attractions not mentioned above | ||
Excluded
☒ Flights, transfers and accommodation before tour ☒ Food & drink |
All services and prices are subject to availability at the time of booking. To secure your tour, we require a 20% deposit upon confirmation, with the remaining balance due three months before departure.
Embark on unforgettable 5-day journey...
If you’re interested in getting a quote for this specific Private Tour, please make sure to quote “Celtic Quest” when submitting your enquiry.
On our private tours, your accommodation is entirely up to you - whether that’s a fairytale castle, a charming country house, a cosy B&B, or a simple budget hotel. We believe your journey should reflect your passions, your pace, and your personality, which is why every tour is designed around your interests and your style of travel.
Thanks to our strong relationships with accommodation providers, our local experts can help you secure the right places to stay - always subject to availability, particularly in smaller or more remote locations. With full control over where you stay each night, your trip becomes as unique as the adventures you choose.
For Private Tours Terms & Conditions please refer to our Bespoke Tours T&Cs
For information about cancelling your tour please refer to our Cancellation Policy
If you have any questions or need additional assistance before or during your trip, our Private Tours team is here to support you every step of the way.
Please note that all rates and itineraries are provided as guidelines and may be subject to change based on supplier costs and availability at the time of booking. If any adjustments are required, we will always re-quote and seek your approval before making changes.
Each passenger may bring one bag up to 20kg (44lbs) and no larger than 22in x 17in x 10in, plus one small personal item such as a handbag or backpack. Luggage allowances may vary by vehicle size, but this is the standard guideline.
Our scheduled trips leave on set dates and are available to anyone. Whereas a private tour is exclusive for you and your chosen group. It’s perfect if you’re wanting to go when we have fewer tours running throughout autumn and winter.
The cost of a Private Tour depends on the number of days, the attractions you’d like to visit, and your preferred accommodation. As a guide, hiring a luxury mini-coach without any extras starts at £899 per day - which works out at just £56.20 per person for a group of 16!
You can book a tour for any group starting from 2 people. Our luxury mini‑coaches comfortably seat up to 16 passengers, and many travellers find that a group of around 6 people is the perfect size, offering an ideal balance of space, sociability, and personal attention.
For groups larger than 16, we’ll arrange a suitably sized vehicle through one of our trusted transport partners, ensuring the same high level of comfort and service.
On our Private Tours, you can explore anywhere across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. Need inspiration? Browse our other tours, add your favourites, and imagine how you could combine them into one unforgettable journey. From visiting Shakespeare’s birthplace in England to raising a glass in a traditional Irish pub, the possibilities for your bespoke adventure are endless.
You can stay in castles, country houses, budget hotels, B&Bs... anywhere you like. Imagine waking up in one of Scotland’s finest castles and living out your royal dream. We’re friends with many local accommodation providers, so we’re happy to help you find the most memorable places to stay.
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Get started by selecting Private Tours from the drop down below, then New Enquiry in the "My message is about" drop down.
Please include as much information as possible - useful details include:
☑️ How many people are travelling? (Private tours are for 2 - 16 people)
☑️ Where do you want to start? (eg London, Edinburgh, Dublin etc)
☑️ Dates of travel?
☑️ Locations you'd like to visit?
Please make sure to quote “Celtic Quest” if you are interested in this specific tour.
We will review your enquiry and aim to reply via email within 48hrs.
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Our Private Tours team is here to help!
We’re based in the UK and available Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM GMT (that’s 3:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST).
To speak with us, call +44 (0)131 226 3133 and choose option 2 when prompted.
