Scotland Express: Edinburgh and the Highlands Like a Local

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Next departure Fri, 04 Jul 2025
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FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Itinerary

day 1

Edinburgh here we are!

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Welcome to Scotland
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Flights to/from Italy are not included in the package, so you can decide which airport to leave from, at what time and with the airline you prefer... This is to give you maximum freedom of choice!

Hotel check-in and welcome meeting, here's how the meeting works!

Arrivals day. If you arrive early, you can start exploring the city. We will all meet at 6pm and, over a pint in a typical pub in the city, we will start this WeRoad Scotland trip.

Included : Welcome drink

Not included : meals and drinks

day 2

Discovering Edinburgh

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Old Town

We begin with a guided tour of the medieval Old Town with its imposing castle. Did you know that it stands on the crater of an ancient volcano? The Old Town is the oldest part of the city and the street names - Grassmarket, Cowgate, Lawnmarket - evoke the agricultural and commercial past of the city. While the old town now impresses with its medieval architecture , colorful buildings, many cafes and souvenir shops, before the construction of the New Town this was an overpopulated and unhealthy area - the narrow spaces forced the city to develop upwards, a sort of Manhattan of the Middle Ages ! From the castle we walk down the Royal Mile to the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament, which we can visit to understand Scottish politics a little better and why we sometimes hear talk of independence.

New Town

After a quick lunch in one of the city's many cafes, we cross the magnificent Princes Gardens to discover the new town. The architecture here will be totally different; 19th century buildings in typical Georgian style with large windows, large boulevards and the North Sea on the horizon . We can decide whether to visit one of the many museums in the New Town, for example immersing ourselves in Scottish history at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery or discover the Gallery of Modern Art with its gardens. Alternatively, we can continue towards Stockbridge , one of the city's most fashionable residential areas, and do some low-cost shopping in one of the many vintage shops.

Common fund : guided tour of the city and any entrance fees

Not included : meals to be paid for by participants.

day 3

Let's set off to discover the Scottish Highlands

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Stirling Castle
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Today we get up early and pick up our rental cars and head off to the Highlands . We plan the day with our coordinator and, weather permitting, we can make our first stop at Stirling Castle . For some it is even more spectacular than Edinburgh Castle; its location, architecture, historical value and sweeping views make it a truly unique fortress.

Glen Coe o Glen Lyon?

And here we are in the Highlands. We will be greeted by landscapes that will leave us breathless: very green mountains, very white sheep, lakes and immense valleys. Glen in Gaelic means 'narrow valley' and Glen Coe is undoubtedly the most famous (and Instagrammed!) glen in Scotland. We can decide whether to park and go trekking through these breathtaking landscapes or continue towards the Glenfinnan bridge , which Harry Potter made famous. Glen Lyon, on the other hand, was defined by Sir Walter Scott as "The longest, loneliest and most picturesque of the glens". It is a little out of the way, but the effort to get there will certainly be rewarded! Afternoon tea like in the Queen's time?

Oban
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We arrive in Oban just in time for dinner and if we are lucky we will be able to enjoy the sunset over the sea. Fish dinner is the order of the day!

Included : car rental

Common fund : entrance fees, fuel and parking

Not included : meals and drinks.

day 4

Islands, trekking or cities?

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The West Coast
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We can decide whether to take it easy and discover the beautiful town of Oban, tasting a good single malt whisky at the local distillery, and then take a ferry that will take us to Kerrera in just 5 minutes. Kerrera is the ideal place for an easy walk where we will try to meet the characteristic Soay sheep, but also wild goats, otters, eagles, hawks and seals. If we wake up early, the effort will certainly be rewarded. We embark early for the island of Mull , where the variety of the landscape will leave us speechless: steep mountains, white beaches and transparent sea await us! Oh, and since we are in Scotland, there is no shortage of distilleries and castles here too!

Loch Lomond and the Trossachs

If we haven't been too late, on the way back to Edinburgh we can take it easy and explore this incredible region made of lakes, thick forests and mountains. Who wants to go for a swim after trekking? Here we can decide whether to walk part of the many long-distance walking routes - did you know that in Great Britain they are crazy about walking, and that in Scotland you can cross any private property without any problems?! - or take a boat trip on Loch Lomond , which after Loch Ness is the largest British lake.

Back to Edinburgh

If despite all these options we managed to return to Edinburgh early, we can take advantage of it to visit neighborhoods that we certainly haven't seen yet, such as the Leith neighborhood and Leith Walk, a street dotted with pubs and restaurants that descends from the city to the sea, or go to Portobello, Edinburgh's beach, where half the city moves as soon as the sun peeks out. In the evening we look for a local pub for a few pints and our last dinner together.

Included : car rental

Common fund : parking, fuel, any extra activities

Not included : meals and drinks

day 5

Time to say goodbye!

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Goodbye Scotland!

After this short but intense journey, it won't be easy to say goodbye. It will only be a goodbye, see you at the next weroad!

End of WeRoad services. NB The tour program may be subject to changes, compared to what is published, for unforeseeable reasons and beyond the control of WeRoad (weather conditions, holidays, strikes, etc.).

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The travel coordinators

Our travel coordinators are chosen because they are people like you. Not only are they the best travel buddy you could hope for, but they're trained professionals guaranteed to show you a travel experience like never before

Available dates

04 Jul 2025
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08 Jul 2025
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4 people interested

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26 Jul 2025
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30 Jul 2025
Wednesday

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2 people interested

Total
$989
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FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Is the flight included?

Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.

Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!

What is the Money Pot and how does it work?

This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!

The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. 

It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group. 

It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.

You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.

The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.

It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.

It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.

If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.

The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.

If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.

Which are the accepted payment methods?

We offer several payment methods to meet all needs:

1. Credit or debit card from Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.

2. Installment payments for certain countries only

If you choose the deposit and balance option, you can pay the balance from your MyWeRoad Personal Area via bank transfer.

Can I cancel or modify my booking?

Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. (Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.) If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.

If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option. Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.

You can do it directly from your personal MyWeRoad account!
 
Within your booking you will find the "Change Your Trip" section at the bottom right, just underneath your booking details. You will be able to select a different date for the same trip, or a different trip entirely. Whether you are able to change the trip depends on the cancellation terms of your booking. For your original booking if you selected the Private Room, Flexible Cancellation or entered any discount code, gift card or voucher, before confirming the change we will let you know if anything isn't applicable to the new trip and you can decide whether to proceed or not. If you have any issues please do get in touch with the WeRoad team and we'll be able to help. 
 
It's not possible to move to a 'sold out' trip and with any trips that are 'on request' we will need to check availability with our local partners so please do get in touch if you want to move to an 'on request' trip. Please bear in mind that if the trip has the 'final spots' status, there may be no places left in either the male or female room.

How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.

What type of accommodation should I expect on your trips?

In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.

For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.

The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!

Why do we have the Money Pot on all WeRoad trips?

If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!

Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group. 

But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements! 

It also helps us speed up paymentsimagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.

In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants. 

The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button

which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:

How can I find the flight details of my travel buddies?

WeRoad is not authorised to provide this information due to privacy reasons.

However, there is a solution - you can connect with your travel buddies by joining our Facebook group. Look for a post related to your trip, or ask the group admins for help in connecting with your future travel companions!

If a Travel Coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you're interested in, you can easily find their introduction post in the group via the website: in the tour list, click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip details page, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator's name] for information on this trip in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!

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What's the average size and age of a WeRoad group?

In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.

On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.

All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curios to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +447716573700

Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.  

Can I see who’s in the group before I book the trip?

Yes! If you're curious, you can take a sneak peek at the group before booking – although, in our opinion, that kind of spoils the surprise! You’ll find the info in the ‘Group’ section for each trip on the departures page, showing how many WeRoaders have already booked. Click the little arrow and you’ll even see their gender and ages – but hey, that’s exclusive info, so we’ll ask you to log in or sign up to see that!

You can spot this info in the screenshots below:
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Will I share the room?

Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.

There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.

During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.

Who is and what does the Travel Coordinator do?

The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!

You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.

How can I be part of the community?

When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.

But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!