Scotland Routes Information

Scotland's scenery is as varied as it is beautiful. Rugged mountain peaks sweep down to breathtaking lochs glistening in remote glens like Glencoe near Inverness and Loch Trool in Galloway, and its dramatic coastline with deserted pure white sandy beaches, sheltered bays and rocky cliffs which stare out across the North sea and Atlantic ocean. To the south, the rolling hills of the Borders, lush lowland pastures and extensive woodlands present a warm welcome to visitors to the country.

Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh, is considered one of the outstanding cities of the world where the Medieval Old Town contrasts with the elegant Georgian New Town... Princess Street and Rose Street provide a haven for shopping and the choices are numerous for those looking for the traditional Scottish products such as kilts, haggis and its most important export-Whisky. Scotland is perfect for a short break or a city break to Edinburgh or Glasgow.

The highlight of the cultural year in Scotland is the Edinburgh Festival, which runs during the last two weeks of August and the first week of September. Almost every room in the city large enough to hold an audience is in use during this time. Once in the countryside you'll find ancient castles and houses, prehistoric forts, stone circles and burial mounds, particularly at the Neolithic Heart of Orkney, Scotland’s latest World Heritage Site.

For outdoor enthusiasts Scotland is a paradise. You can play golf on the world's most famous course at St Andrews, go salmon fishing on the River Spey, sail on Loch Lomond, dive on the wrecks of ancient ships washed ashore on the rugged Atlantic coast or join the walkers, cyclists and climbers in the Grampian Mountains . Scotland is a great place for a city break, short break or a self drive, ferry holiday. We can offer you a range of hand picked hotels that you may book directly with our staff when you book your ferry.