Scotland Tours

Scotland’s Scenery

Our scenery is breathtakingly beautiful with rugged mountains, sparkling lochs, vast glens and stunning beaches.

The Highlands are renowned for their dramatic landscapes, with peaks like Ben Nevis. The enchanting beauty of Glencoe and the Cuillins on the Isle of Skye are simply stunning.

There are more than 31,000 freshwater lochs and lochans in Scotland. The most famous of these is surely Loch Ness with its mythical monster, Nessie. Lying within Scotland’s first National Park you’ll find Loch Lomond, the largest lake by surface area in Great Britain.

Scotland has many breathtaking beaches with crystal-clear waters and stunning white sands. Calgary Beach on the Isle of Mull, Achmelvich Beach in the remote North West of Scotland and West Sands in St Andrews are to name just a few.

Scotland’s Culture

With thousands of years of history and Celtic influences, Scotland is a country with a strong national identity and unique traditions.

The kilt is our national dress and is recognised the world over. Music and dance are integral, from haunting bagpipe melodies to lively ceilidh gatherings. Traditional Highland games celebrate heavy athletics, track and field events, music, and dance, showcasing Scotland’s spirited community life.

Scottish literature is globally renowned, with writers like Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott, Robert Louis Stevenson and many more. Folklore thrives in tales of mythical creatures such as the Faeries, the Kelpies and the Loch Ness Monster, adding to its mystical allure

Scotch is an important part of our identity. The first known written mention of Scotch whisky is in the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland of 1494.

Scotland’s History

Scotland’s relentless struggle for identity, autonomy and sovereignty was often marked by bloodshed and conflict.

Kenneth MacAlpin, first King of Scots is credited with unifying the Scots and Picts, building a strong Scottish kingdom in the 9th century.

The Wars of Scottish Independence were driven by Scotland’s desire for independence from English rule. It was during this period notable figures such as William Wallace and Robert the Bruce appeared on the scene.

During the 18th and 19th centuries Scotland became a centre for industry and innovation, particularly in shipbuilding, textiles, and engineering.

The 20th century was marked by social changes and a revival of national identity. This culminated in the establishment of a Scottish Parliament in 1999, allowing for greater self-governance.