Scotland travel guide




And with some of the most progressive 'right to roam' laws in Europe, you can forget the myths of a closed, clannish people. It's an open door policy in Scotland, revealing a truly wild world for all to see.
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Our Scotland Holidays
Orkney & Shetland self drive holiday, Scotland
Island hop the wild Scottish Northern Isles on this week's holiday to Orkney and Shetland
Scotland by railway holiday
Experience authentic Scotland independently and car-free
Wildlife holiday in the Isle of Mull, Scotland
Spot whales, otters and eagles on Isle of Mull, Scotland
Hebrides cruise, The Sounds of Mull, Luing, Shuna and Jura
Cruise the Sounds of the Hebrides: Mull, Luing, Jura, Shuna
Isle of Mull and Small Isles explorer
An extraordinary voyage exploring Mull & the Small Isles.
Orkney Islands walking holiday
Rugged and remote islands with a fascinating history.
Scotland island hopping holiday, car free
Explore three contrasting Scottish islands car-free
Mull wildlife holiday in Scotland
Ultimate week of wildlife spotting on the Isle of Mull
West Highland Line railway holiday in Scotland
Take the "The World's Best Rail Journey" to the Isle of Skye
Scottish Hebrides guided wildlife tour
On this cruise you will be accompanied by a wildlife guide
Caledonian Canal cruise, Scotland
Cruise the Caledonian Canal in a wee ship
Whisky and wildlife sailing holiday in Scotland
Malt Whisky and Wildlife Cruise to Mull, Jura and Islay
St Kilda and the Outer Hebrides cruise, Scotland
Scottish Cruise to St Kilda and the Outer Hebrides
Skye and the Small Isles sailing holiday
Sail Scotland's Small Isles and visit spectacular Skye
Skye and the Inner Hebrides cruise, Scotland
A unique cruise to the Isle of Skye and the Inner Hebrides
Inner Hebrides Wildlife Cruise
A great introduction to the breath-taking Scottish Highlands
West Highlands guided rail tour in Scotland
Discover Scotland's Highlands & distinctive islands by train
St Kilda, Outer Hebrides Cruise, Scotland
Cruise to St Kilda, Monachs, Outer Hebrides and Small Isles
Hebrides short break cruise, Scotland
Scottish small cruise with a Taste of the Hebrides
Loch Ness & Skye guided rail tour, Scotland
Discover Scotland’s Highlands & Isle of Skye by Rail
Southern Hebrides and Sea Lochs of Argyll cruise
A Scottish cruise to the islands of the Inner Hebrides
Knoydart bunkhouse accommodation, Scotland
Friendly West Highland bunkhouse on the Knoydart peninsula
Scotland guided rail tour, Skye & Glencoe
Visit Scottish castles and beautiful gardens by train
Art cruise in Scotland
Scottish Island cruises perfect for relaxing and painting.
Scotland West Coast cruise, Skye and the small isles
Scottish Holiday to Skye and the Small Isles | Cruise
Outer Hebrides and Shiant Isles cruise, Scotland
A magical cruise wandering through the Outer Hebrides
Rail tour in North Highlands & Orkney
Scotland’s geographic extremities & ancient history by train
Tour of Britain by train
Explore England and Scotland's cities & landscapes by train.
Lands End To John O'Groats cycling trip
Britain's classic cycling challenge
Scottish traditional cruise, 4 days
Short break cruise in Argyll on the west coast of Scotland
What we rate & what we don't
Wildlife watching
Land access
Food
Winter
Caledonian Sleeper train
Bagging a Munro
Islands
The demon drink
Moaning about midges
Overtourism
Castles
Peak practice
Food, shopping & people
Eating & drinking
Malt whisky from Scotland is sought all over the world, so here is your opportunity to lie at the feet of the malt mastersSeafood used to be exported, but with the culinary scene moving on in leaps and bounds they keep a lot more of it for themselves now. Check out the Scottish Seafood Trail.
Aberdeen Angus beef and venison make any holiday in Scotland a veritable carnival for carnivores.
Cheese lovers should go in search of Morangie Brie, Isle of Mull cheddar and Dunsyre Blue. To name but a few.


Our top Scotland Holiday
Orkney & Shetland self drive holiday, Scotland
Island hop the wild Scottish Northern Isles on this week's holiday to Orkney and Shetland
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
People & language
Away ye go - No way!
Burn - Stream
Ben - Mountain
Céilidh - Folk dance event (from Scottish Gaelic)
Gifts & shopping
With singing and storytelling at the heart of their culture, buy a CD from a local band, or a novel from a contemporary Scottish author.Although cashmere goat’s wool is not from Scotland but Mongolia, it is a world leader in finishing, knitting and weaving it. Cheap versions from China abound, but if you want quality, Scotland is the place.
Tweed is no longer twee. The most prestigious of the lot is Harris Tweed, protected by the Harris Tweed Act of Parliament, which strictly outlines the conditions in which the cloth can genuinely be made. Recognise the real thing by its well-known orb logo.


How much does it cost?
£5.55 one way for foot passenger, or £49.50 for a car
Two person canoe rental on Caledonian canal: £50 for two days
Arborath Smokie: £5 for two
Arran Sunset beer: £2.85
Caledonian Sleeper train London to Fort William: From £68 one way