True Scotland Travel

Visit Scotland

In this inspiring country, learn the interesting history behind enchanting castles and the mythical stories surrounding Loch Ness. Immerse yourself in the wilderness of the Scottish Highlands, try out traditions such as tasting Scotch whisky and reeling in a kilt. All this to the backdrop of bagpipes! It isn’t hard to see why Scotland was chosen for key filming locations of Harry Potter’s Hogwarts, with its dramatic landscapes.

Join expert historians and guides to discover behind the scenes of Edinburgh’s famous streets and castles.
The west coast of Scotland offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the country.
For the golfers out there, Ayrshire is one of the sport’s birthplaces, with over 50 golf courses across the region.
Pour yourself a dram in one of the country’s five whisky regions.
The highlands are the romantic part of Scotland and red deer rule the hills. Head here for fishing, walking and country pursuits.
Our team have extensively toured all the corners of Scotland. We know the expert guides, local experiences and family-run producers that will ensure your trip is unique and memorable.

What you need to know about Scotland

Edinburgh

Capital City

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Pound Sterling

Local Currency

Haggis

National Dish

Glasgow

Largest City

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Luxury Scotland Itineraries

These example itineraries are here to get you inspired, but no two True Travel holidays are the same. Our Scotland experts start planning each trip with a blank piece of paper, designing every itinerary 100% personalised to you.

Why We Love Scotland

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WILDERNESS

For those of you seeking out the great outdoors, look no further. With sprawling rugged scenery and wild coastlines at your footsteps, wrap up warm for thrilling adventures such as clay pigeon shooting, coasteering and sea-kayaking. Travel to Inverness and begin with a visit to Loch Ness, a staggering freshwater loch in the Highlands steeped in ancient mysteries and monster legends, before flying over the Isle of Skye by helicopter, an island dominated by stunning valleys, fishing villages and medieval castles.

WILDLIFE

Scotland’s scenery, skies and seas host a diverse range of birds, mammals, reptiles, invertebrates and amphibians. You could spend a whole day uncovering wildlife up in the Highlands with a deer stalking adventure, a tradition steeped in history. Boasting countless lochs and rivers, cast a line out on a summer’s day and fish for trout, arctic char and salmon. Push yourselves even further with a scallop diving adventure off the northwest coast.

LOCAL CULTURE

Whilst in Scotland, immerse yourself in its rich cultural heritage. From May to September you’ll catch the quintessentially Scottish Highland Games – an unmissable event. From hammer throwing and caber tossing to haggis hurling and highland dancing to bagpipes, you’ll be kept on your toes! Accompanied by a live band, throw on a kilt or ball gown for an evening of traditional Scottish reeling at The Perth Ball. Sip on delicious golden malt whisky straight up from the barrel in Fort William or split your sides laughing during an intimate performance at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

CASTLES

Scattered with historic castles, Scotland’s landscape is nothing short of enchanting. Whilst visiting the historic capital, take a private tour around its celebrated landmark, Edinburgh Castle. Soak up the breathtaking scenery of Loch Ness within the ancient ruins of Urquhart Castle, one of the Highlands’ most spectacular forts. Alternatively, take a sneak peek around Balmoral Castle, the Royal Family’s magnificent Scottish home, before roaming its grounds and formal gardens.

The Ashtons

We enjoyed a fabulous family adventure in the Western Isles of Scotland, filled with salmon fishing, whisky tasting and jumping through the dunes. Islay was the perfect escape, and the kids loved exploring the rockpools.