Scotland Travel Guide

A Scotland tour will amaze you at every turn, from its rugged highlands to its cozy cities, when you have the local access only an expert can provide. Our Scotland Travel Guide will get informed about important considerations while also giving you the inspiration to know what suits your preferences. To get the very most out of your trip contact a top specialist, who will outline the options that best suit you, by submitting a free Trip Request.

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Sunrise at Eilean Donan Castle in the Scottish Highlands

Best Time to Visit Scotland

Scotland can immerse you in surprising charm, timeless architecture, and endless wonder with the best time to visit taking place from March to May and...
Neist Point Lighthouse on the Isle of Sky, Scotland

7 Best Places to Visit in Scotland

The best places to visit in Scotland connect the drama of the landscape, the breadth of the past, and the lively ambiance of contemporary life. From...
Edinburgh Castle in Scotland

Top 9 Things to Do in Scotland

In a country whose timelessness excites, Scotland has an incredible number of things to do and see. Highlanders continue to wear kilts, castles loom...
Couple with ferris wheel and Scott Monument in the background

7 Most Romantic Places in Scotland for Couples

Lochs and lush landscapes, castles and cathedrals all play a part in creating these seven most romantic places in Scotland for couples that you can experience...
View of Alnwick Castle in Scotland

8 Best Castles to Visit in Scotland

Majestic monuments and beautiful palaces, famous cities and the breathtaking Highlands, the eight best castles to visit in Scotland capture epic legends...
View of Edinburgh in Scotland

7 Best Places to Visit in Edinburgh

Facades that range from Gothic to glamourous, historical monuments that meet quaint pubs, a city center bustling with contemporary life, the following...
Stirling Castle in Scotland

How to Plan a Trip to Scotland: Frequently Asked Questions

Travel to Scotland with peace of mind knowing all you need to know with insight and information referencing the top travel questions frequently asked...
Kelvingrove Park and Glasgow University in Scotland

6 Best Places to Visit in Glasgow

Widely known as the world’s friendliest city, these six best places to visit in Glasgow will show you charm, history, and heritage to provide you with...
Old man of storr rock formation at sunrise on Isle of Skye in Scotland

Our 7 Best Tours of Scotland for Seniors

A land synonymous with magnificent highlands, storied castles, and lively culture, our seven best tours of Scotland for seniors will immerse travelers...
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10 Unique Artisan Experiences in Scotland

Rugged landscapes and a storied past that have given rise to a wealth of crafts offering a glimpse into authentic culture await as you explore Scotland’s...
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How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip in 4 Easy Steps

Explore the world with Zicasso by working with top travel specialists who will bring your dream vacation to life. Our primary goal is to make planning,...
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How to Plan Your Zicasso Trip Budget in 3 Easy Steps

Knowing your budget is an essential component of any trip-planning process. Whether the sky's the limit or you have specific parameters, a customized...

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Reviews of Zicasso's Scotland Tours & Vacations

Based on 336 verified traveler reviews.

Allison B.
Scotland Travel Review: Edinburgh, Portree, Isle of Skye, Inverness, Trossachs National Park, Safari, Sea Cruise, Waterfalls, Hiking, Local Cuisine, Scenery, 11-Day Trip

The trip was lovely. Working with Zicasso's travel consultant was delightful from start to finish. She had really great ideas for things to add to the itinerary and was great about incorporating things to see and places to visit that we already had in mind. It was truly a collaboration between the two of us to form the perfect itinerary.

I've worked with a lot of other travel companies to arrange custom itineraries for trips and this was one of the best. The app was very handy for quick changes and communication when we were in Scotland.

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Kenneth (.
Scotland Tour Review: 8 Nights

There was great planning by Zicasso's travel company, with just the right amount of activity, without exhausting us. And great accommodations.

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Kevin M.
England, Scotland Travel Review: London, Edinburgh, Dublin, Walking Tours, Countryside, 1 Week

Zicasso's travel agency was easy to work with and helped customize our plans to meet the needs of our family.

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Patrick M.
Scotland Travel Review: Family Heritage, 6 Nights

My wife and I had a great experience with Zicasso's travel specialist (who coordinated the initial logistics) and especially with our tour guide (who was an 11/10 and exceeded our expectations on our tour). They customized our trip before we arrived and then our guide was responsive to "on-the-fly" changes once we were in-country. I hope I can refer more people to them.

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Shelly P.
Scotland, England Trip Review: Wimbledon, Museum, 8 Nights

Zicasso's travel company was professional, thorough, and very attentive to my needs and interests. It was also clear the guides and drivers partnering with the agency in the UK had great respect for the travel company.

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Leah S.
Ireland, Scotland, England Family Trip Review: Edinburgh, Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, Cliffs of Moher, History, Castle, Local Cuisine, Scenery, Art, 21 Days

Zicasso's trip planner worked with my family for the better part of a year planning our big family trip. She provided exceptional service and planned every detail of our trip. We have a large family, with lots of moving parts. There were many changes in the itinerary along the way and she rolled with all the many changes. She was always polite, courteous, and graceful in her many interactions with our family.

She listened carefully during our initial conversations to help us plan the best trip possible. Being a large family, with multiple generations, she really created the best possible experience, taking in everyone's wishes. Working with her was very relieving, knowing she was taking care of all the details.

Our family's trip took us from the States to Ireland, Scotland, and England. We traveled on planes, trains, ferry, and drove a car. Our trip planner arranged every detail meticulously. We stayed in lovely, quaint, boutique hotels, ate the most wonderful foods, saw the amazing sights, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites across all three countries. From the Cliffs of Moher to the Culloden Moor Memorial to Stonehenge to castles grand and desolate; from beautiful cathedrals to old abbey ruins; from little country pubs to Michelin-starred restaurants; and even spending a couple days in an actual 17th-century castle, every minute was amazing! Truly amazing!

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