Scotland Culture &
Castles
3 Nights, 4 Days | Glasgow, Edinburgh, Loch Lomond in the Highlands
29 August - 1 Sept. 2025
Kilts, castles, ceilidh dances, forest walks, Outlander and Harry Potter spots, laughs with new friends and Highland cow cuddles!
You can combine this trip with the GGI Scotland Island Trip.
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"Whether this is your first group trip or fifth, I am here to answer all your questions before the trip and look after you during the trip! You can send me a Whatsapp anytime or book a 1:1 chat with me!" Anne Scott, GGI founder.
When
Friday 29 August - Monday 1st September 2025 (3 nights, 4 days).
Friday start time : Choose the best option for you a) Arrive by 9am to join the Friday Edinburgh Day Trip or b) Arrive by 5pm and join the Monday Edinburgh Day Trip 9am-3pm.
Who
Group of max 16. Experienced host (founder of GGI, Anne Scott). International women all ages, nationalities. Local guides.
Where
Fly to Glasgow, Edinburgh or Prestwick. Our hotel is in Glasgow city centre. We will do day trips from there.
Price
£825. Pay in instalments or Buy Now, Pay Later. All payment methods accepted. Just ask us.
Included
Twin room in 4 star design hotel, local hosts, activities, 3 breakfasts, 2 dinners, all trip transport (trains buses, boats), local guides, pre trip support.
Experiences
Ceilidhs, castles, Highland cows, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Loch Lomond, cosy pubs, forest walks, ancient stories, real local life and people.
Experience Highlights
Cuddle a Highland Cow in the Outlander forest
Cruise across mystical Loch Lomond
Explore Edinburgh, Harry Potter Street and the Castle
Taste haggis, Irn Bru, and Tunnock’s Tea Cakes
Shop for knitwear, tartan, whisky in hidden lanes
Meet new international friends for life!
Cities, Culture, Ceilidhs and Cows!
Step into story. Into connection. Into the heart of a place and of each other.
Belonging. Walk cobbled lanes, cruise ancient lochs and laugh over shared meals in cosy corners. Discovery. Follow the footsteps of queens, poets, and rebels through Glasgow, Edinburgh, and the Highlands, guided by locals who call it home. Togetherness. Feel the warmth of Scottish hospitality, new friendships, the magic of shared adventure!
Day 1 Castles, Ceilidhs & Hellos
- Optional early adventure to Edinburgh.. explore royal streets, Harry Potter haunts, and castle views
- Welcome dinner in a beloved local spot, full of Glaswegian charm
- A night of live music, laughter, and traditional Scottish dancing at a ceilidh (if trip starts August Friday 29) or a traditional night out in Glasgow (if trip starts September Tuesday 2)
Day 2 Glasgow
- Day 2: Highland Cows & Hidden Glasgow
- Morning forest walk (Outlander vibes!) and visit to cuddle Highland cows
- Curated women’s tour of Glasgow with a local legend
- Discover the magic behind Glasgow’s art, history, and untold stories
- Explore the city’s coolest corners - craft shops, museums, and gothic cloisters
- Evening tasting menu with a uniquely Scottish twist in our friends’s local restaurant (so you get special treatment!)
Day 3 & 4 Highlands & Edinburgh
- Loch Lomond & Highland Breezes
- Early morning trip to the Highlands
- Visit the postcard-perfect village of Luss on the shores of Loch Lomond
- Cruise ancient waters
- Cosy lunch in a hidden gem café
- Day 4: Choose Your Own Adventure
- Optional day trip to Edinburgh or Stirling Castle. Or explore more of Glasgow at your own pace
- Say your goodbyes - or plan your next GGI trip over one last cuppa!
Our Home is the 4 Star Hotel in the Heart of Glasgow
Enjoy three nights in one of Glasgow’s most stylish new hotels, located right in the heart of the city - just steps from everything, yet designed to feel like a calm, welcoming retreat.
Share a spacious twin room with single beds — perfect for relaxing after a day of castles, ceilidhs, and connection. Solo rooms are available on requested (limited availability, additional cost).
Daily breakfast is included, with a delicious spread to fuel your mornings.
All rooms come with luxury toiletries, plush bedding, and thoughtful touches to make your stay as cosy as it is convenient.
When you're not out exploring, unwind at the hotel’s wellness centre and spa, which offers sauna, steam, and a state-of-the-art gym all included in your stay.
Stylish, central, and perfectly comfy you will love your home base in Glasgow!
Your Options
Choose your option that suits you best! It’s a back-to-nature experience with enough comfort to feel held and enough wildness to feel free. Talk to us about payment plans.
This Trip (Scotland Culture, Cities and Castles)
August Friday 29 - 1 September
3 Nights, 4 Days
- Full Guided Tour (CCC)
- Shared Twin Accommodation
- Activities Listed
- City and Highlands Transport
Combined Trip CCC + Scotland Island Escape to Iona
August Friday 29 - Sept. Friday 5
7 Nights, 8 Days
- Full Guided Tour CCC + Islands
- Shared Twin Accommodation
- Activities Listed
- City and Highlands Transport
Solo Room Options / Room requests for either trip
For Solo Room options for Iona please look at the Island trip page for pricing.
- Double Bed
- Ensuite
- No sharing
What's Included
Scotland Culture, Cities and Castles
Prices are in UK POUNDS STERLING. Instalment payment plans available.
✽ Full Experience £825
- Tour Guides included Local Scottish guides and host for 4 days
-
3 Nights in a 4 Star Hotel
included
Twin bed, shared rooms in a gorgeous central hotel (solos available on request, additional cost) - Wellness Centre and Sauna included Relax after your whirlwind days!
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Daily Scottish Breakfast
included Delicious daily breakfast x 3 -
Welcome Group Dinner
included Iconic Glaswegian restaurant - try traditional Scottish food! - Full Day City Walking Tour included A specially crafted walking tour of Glasgow from an iconic Glaswegian woman!
- Private Visit to the Highland Cows included Bring the Highland Cows their breakfast and give them a wee cuddle!
- Drinks & Scottish Live Music in Oran Mor included Ads on a light lunch in this stunning location - very Scottish vibes!
- City and Highlands Transport included Return train, metro and bus travel in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Loch Lomond.
- Adventure Day Boat trip to Loch Lomond, Highlands included An afternoon in the beautiful tiny town of Luss and boat tour of Loch Lomond and her islands
- Ceilidh (Scottish Dance) included Live music in an iconic Glasgow dance hall, welcome drink.
- Private Tasting Menu included Live music in an iconic Glasgow dance hall, welcome drink.
✽ Extras
-
Solo Room
£247.50
✽ Excluded
Flights to/from Scotland. UK Traveller Visa (this is low cost and easy to get in minutes online). Drinks, additional meals, snacks, or shopping. Entry to optional sites.
✽ Notes
Balance due closer to the trip. Terms and conditions apply. Terms & Conditions
A £200 deposit secures your spot and supports the event portion of the trip. Full payment is due via at least 30 days before departure. Deposits are refundable minus Stripe fees up to 7 days after payment, unless the trip is canceled due to low numbers. Travel insurance is required. This trip is confirmed and you can book your flights (Glasgow, Glasgow Prestwick or Edinburgh). You will receive an email with tips for flights and a direct line to ask any questions to help with your planning.
Who you will meet
Connect in Bali with other women who have gone international
Vanessa Hernandez
Girl Gone International Global Mentor
From the USA to Finland to northern Sweden, Vanessa's international journey began with isolation - but everything changed when she found GGI. Now a vibrant part of the Skellefteå community, she’s heading to Scotland to trace her roots and visit the town that shares her mother’s maiden name!
Gerrie Douglas Scott
Counsellor / Humanist Celebrant
Anne's mum Gerrie knows Glasgow like the back of her hand. After just turning 70, Gerrie is travelling more than ever, hosting trips and women's walking tours in Glasgow. A Scottish icon, always on a talk show or newspaper campaigning for LGBTQI rights, she is excited to show you around Scotland.
Anne Scott
Girl Gone International Founder
Originally from Scotland, Anne has lived in 10 countries and will bring her 15 years of building GGI communities to this experience "Once per year I escape to Iona to get some quiet time, some rest and recover from the stress of the year by returning to simple joys. Join me!"
Trip Checklist
How to feel truly Scottish!
☐ Cuddle a Highland Cow
☐ Walk through a peaceful Scottish forest
☐ Spot a real Scottish unicorn (yes, it’s our national animal!)
☐ Get shown around Glasgow by a local legend
☐ Explore hidden gems only locals know
☐ Discover Glasgow’s secrets, myths, and magical stories
☐ Shop in tiny hidden-away craft stores run by local creatives
☐ Visit filming locations from Outlander, Harry Potter, and more
☐ Sample a bespoke Scottish tasting menu made just for you
☐ Dance at a traditional Scottish ceilidh (live music)
☐ Experience stunning Edinburgh
☐ Wander the streets that inspired Harry Potter
☐ Cruise across the mystical waters of Loch Lomond
☐ Breathe in the magic of the Scottish Highlands
☐ Take in sweeping views, ancient trees, and island legends
☐ Laugh (a lot) over a dram of whisky (or non-alcoholic drinks!)
I have a question about this trip!
No question is too small! Ask us anything anytime!
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b) Whatsapp the trip host on +447405571339
If you would like to book your spot so you don't miss out, you can simply pay your refundable deposit here
"I was super nervous to come on this trip with a bunch of strangers as an introvert but you are all so kind and welcoming and lovely. This trip has been beyond amazing and inspiring"
" I just wanted to say that I had such a wonderful time in Scotland ❤️🏴 I absolutely loved meeting you all and spending time getting to know you. I have to say that GGI Travel is amazing. Come as strangers and leave as friends. Not only is GGI different on Facebook but also on the trips. You don't get this friendship compared to other "travel companies". Thank you for putting this together and making our time so special and memorable. ❤️ Ready for Scotland round 2!"
" Just landed in Venice and it’s actually warm here! 😅But my heart is still in the misty and rainy hills of Scotland. Anne, thank you from the bottom of my heart for organizing such a beautiful trip 🫶🏼special thanks to your family and friends. Every detail, every walk, every stop was just perfect. You brought together an amazing group of women and made space for connection, laughter, and a bit of magic"
"Thank you for organising such a unforgettable trip to Scotland and giving a platform to connect with like minded ladies during the travel!! Everything was so organised and perfect!! I enjoyed the Dancing session, spending the time with cows, being on one of the Outlander locations, doing lunches/dinners together with the girls, chit chatting with everyone on different topics! It was a seamless experience and all the energy was amazing! I walked in the trip as a stranger and walking out with lots of friends and incredible memories!! Hopefully our paths crossed again and we will see again in some other trips!"
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