Scotland

Beautiful castles, world renowned  festivals, bag-pipes and whisky await you in the stunning city of Edinburgh. Head out of the capital and explore the breathtaking scenery of the Scottish Highlands, spot monsters at legendary Loch Ness and discover the magic of the Isle of Skye.
Check out our favourite hotels, hostels, tours and trips in scotland.

Accommodation guide

Edinburgh hotels & hostels

Famous for world renowned festivals, mega-friendly people, bag pipes, kilts & whisky, there's always loads to do in Edinburgh. Learn more >

UK tours & treks

Big adventures!

You don't have to go far to have a big touring adventure - stay close to home and discover the delights of Britain, Scotland or Ireland! Learn more >

Day trips

        

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Edinburgh Pass Sightseeing in Edinburgh? Grab this card and over 1, 2 or 3 days, cram in as many of the 30 top attractions it allows you free entry to. It gets you loads of discounts at the city's best restaurants, shops and tours, comes with a free guidebook, plus you get free Edinburgh Airport bus transfers and bus transport around the city. £25

The Highlander Play spot the film set for Monty Python's Holy Grail, drive around the lovely Loch Tay and on the way back to Edinburgh, stop for a wee dram of  fiery Scotch at the Famous Grouse Whisky Distillery. Learn more... £34

Loch Ness Hunter Scotland on this highland fling to lovely Loch Ness. After a scenic drive from Edinburgh, cruise the legendary lake keeping your eyes peeled for Nessie. Enjoy your complimentary packed lunch and buy a ‘heelan coo’ souvenir or two in the gorgeous village of Fort Augustus, before a picture-snapping ride back to Edinburgh. Learn more... £39

Edinburgh Sightseeing Bus

This fantastic bus tour around Edinburgh’s stunning capital allows you to hop-off at any of the famous sights and attractions it passes; Edinburgh Castle, the Palace of Holyrood House, the historic Royal Mile. But remember to hop back on for more guided commentary, available in a host of different languages. £13

Mini adventures

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Highland Fling
5 days

See Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, the North West Highlands and test your nerves to the max by staying a nigth in a haunted castle! This is a spectacular 5 day adventure through the Highlands and magical Isle of Skye. Get out there amongst some of the world’s most incredible scenery. Learn more... £169

Skye High
3 days

Start & Finish Edinburgh
 Go monster spotting at Loch Ness
 Discover the magical Isle of Skye
 Explore the beauty of Glencoe
 View Eilean Donan Castle
Learn more
£99

Island Explorer
7 days,

Start & Finish Edinburgh
  Stay in a real haunted Highland castle
  Visit the ancient Callanish Stones
  Wander the empty beaches of Harris
  Discover the ancient history of Orkney
Learn more
£269

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