Edinburgh Highland Romance
Edinburgh’s Old Town Magic
Edinburgh’s Old Town is like stepping into a storybook—cobbled streets, ancient stone buildings, and the castle looming like it’s guarding secrets. You’re staying in a boutique hotel right in the heart of it, with cozy fireplaces, tartan throws, and maybe a creaky stair that adds to the charm. Your room’s got views of the Royal Mile or a hidden courtyard, and it feels like your own snug hideaway. You’re steps from pubs with live fiddles and wee shops selling shortbread, but the hotel’s quiet enough for a proper cuddle with a cuppa. It’s the perfect base for falling in love with Scotland.
Highland Adventure
One day, you’re whisked away to the Scottish Highlands, where the landscape’s all dramatic glens, misty lochs, and mountains that make your heart skip. Your private guide drives you through Glencoe, its rugged beauty practically begging for photos, and you’ll stop at Loch Ness—yes, you might squint for Nessie, but the real magic’s the wild scenery. You’ll wander a bit, maybe holding hands as the wind tugs your scarf, and feel like you’re in a Braveheart scene. It’s raw, untamed, and so romantic you’ll want to bottle the air.
Whisky Distillery Visit
No Scotland trip’s complete without whisky, and you’re visiting a Highland distillery with a private guide. Picture oak barrels, the warm smell of malted barley, and a kilted distiller explaining how they craft liquid gold. You’ll sip single malts—maybe a smoky one or a sweet, honeyed dram—paired with local chocolates that make it even better. You might giggle over which one burns less, and you’ll leave with a wee bottle to share back at the hotel. It’s cozy, fun, and a proper taste of Scotland’s soul.
Storytelling by the Fireplace
The big romantic moment is a private storytelling evening by a crackling fireplace in a historic Edinburgh tavern. A local storyteller, maybe with a thick brogue, spins tales of Highland clans, ghostly castles, and star-crossed lovers. You’re snuggled up with a glass of mulled wine, the fire warming your toes, and the stories pulling you into Scotland’s myths. It’s intimate, just you two and a small group, and you’ll feel like you’re living inside a folktale. Perfect for whispering about your own love story later.
More Scottish Charms
There’s extra magic to keep you enchanted. One morning, you’ll take a guided walk through Old Town, weaving past Edinburgh Castle and down closes where history drips from the stones. Your guide’s got stories about Mary Queen of Scots or sneaky smugglers, and you’ll pop into a café for a scone with clotted cream. Another afternoon, you’ll get a private Scottish baking demo, learning to make buttery shortbread or cranachan, a creamy dessert you’ll eat together. If you’d rather swap a tour for a pub crawl or a stroll in Princes Street Gardens, just tell us—we’re flexible.
This tour’s all about Scotland’s heart, wrapped in a cozy, romantic package. The Old Town hotel’s a gem—small, warm, with staff who’ll treat you like locals and maybe slip you an extra haggis bite at breakfast. Every activity’s private or small-group, so you’re not dodging tourists. At $3,400 for two, you’re getting 5 days of pure charm—your hotel stay, breakfasts, that storytelling night, Highland trip, whisky tasting, and select meals, all planned to a T. Edinburgh’s cobbles and the Highlands’ wild beauty are made for love, and this tour delivers moments you’ll treasure. Want to add a bagpipe lesson or skip something for more pub time? Just say so.