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Let our Scotland travel planners help you create a journey that blends stunning nature, local lore, and warm hospitality. Walk the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, cruise Loch Ness, or trace your ancestry through ancient lands—your Scotland adventure is completely your own.
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Gander-Malin Andrea
From planning to support — an all-around great service! Even if things don’t always run smoothly, the 24-hour service is immediately available and takes care of everything without issue. We just returned from our road trip in Scotland and are thrilled with Tourlane.
06/21/2025
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Alisa
Lara was the perfect travel planner for our trip to Scotland 🏴 — competent, customer-oriented, and with super quick implementation. The anticipation for the vacation is very high thanks to the personalized website, and we are excited to see how it will be on site!
04/01/2025
My car trip to Scotland
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Katrin
Dear Lara, thank you very much for your support in booking the graduation trip with my daughter to Scotland. At first, I was very unsure how I should manage everything. You took away this uncertainty by calmly explaining everything to me in your very pleasant and friendly way and giving great tips. I felt that you really empathized with our needs, which ultimately led to us getting a trip that suits us exactly. I was a bit confused at first because I suddenly received so many emails about scheduling, etc. But that’s totally fine — in hindsight even good. Because to keep your offer, you of course need to book in time. So, everything is in order. Now I’ve gotten through most of it and can...
01/25/2025
Fast and spot-on
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Anna
Fast and spot-on: Ms. Schmidt always responded very quickly to our (change) requests for the trip through Scotland and found accommodations that matched our needs exactly. Completely uncomplicated and with a lot of charm. Thank you, A. S. B.
01/16/2025
14 days through Scotland. It was great!
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Tanja Kowalewski
We had a two-week trip to Scotland planned by Tourlane. The planned route was great. It was just as we had imagined. Everything worked out perfectly with the car and everything else on the trip. Thank you Tourlane for the great planning. Questions were always answered quickly and helpfully. Many thanks for everything!
05/15/2024
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Our travel tips for Scotland
“If you want to eat cheaply in Scotland, you should look for a suitable restaurant at lunchtime. This is when most restaurants are less busy and the prices are more inviting. In the afternoon, it's worth visiting one of the many tearooms to sample one of the fantastic delicacies.”
Marvin Luczynski
Travel expert for Scotland
How to plan a trip to Scotland
Scotland is all about big landscapes and even bigger atmosphere: Highland roads, misty lochs, castle silhouettes, and lively cities like Edinburgh and Glasgow. The best itineraries keep your driving days realistic, mix iconic stops with quieter detours, and leave room for weather shifts—because you can absolutely get four seasons in one day.
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➔ Things to see in Scotland | Insider tips for Scotland
Best time to visit
The most reliable window is April to September, with May often the sweet spot: long days, blooming landscapes, fewer tourists, and typically fewer midges than peak summer. If you want festivals and city buzz, August is huge in Edinburgh—but it’s also crowded and pricier. For hiking and road trips with fewer pests and fewer people, June or September can be ideal.
➔ Best time to visit Scotland | Best time for the Shetland Islands
Top destinations
Edinburgh is the classic start: historic Old Town vibes, viewpoints like Arthur’s Seat, and easy day trips. From there, most trips head north into the Highlands—think Glencoe’s dramatic valley, Loch Ness folklore, and the Isle of Skye’s rugged coastline. Glasgow is a great add-on for culture, food, and a different (more local) city energy. If you’re going farther north or want a quieter route, Inverness and Aberdeen can be strong bases.
➔ Edinburgh | Glencoe | Loch Ness | Isle of Skye | Glasgow | Inverness | Aberdeen
Types of trips
Scotland is made for road trips—especially in spring and fall when the roads feel calmer and the scenery is at its best. If you prefer less driving, a heritage-focused train trip can be a great way to combine cities and scenic routes. For romance, pair Edinburgh with a Highlands stay (or a castle/whisky angle). For families, summer is easiest for longer daylight and warmer temps—just book early.
➔ Scotland road trips | Road trip itineraries | Scotland city breaks | Family vacations | Romantic escapes | Honeymoons
Things to do
Go for a mix of “Scotland icons” and hands-on experiences. Castle-hopping and loch viewpoints are easy wins, but guided activities can make the trip feel more personal—like a Loch Ness cruise, a distillery visit, or a wildlife tour. If you’re a Harry Potter fan, the Jacobite steam train route and the Glenfinnan Viaduct are a must.
➔ Activities in Scotland | Scotland castle tour | Distillery road trip | Luxury whisky tour | Edinburgh → Isle of Skye road trip
Travel costs in Scotland
A typical one-week mid-range trip is around $1,460 per person (excluding flights), or roughly $209 per day. Budget travel can start around $66 per person/day, while luxury often begins around $328 per person/day. A compact rental car is often the biggest daily cost—but it’s also what unlocks the best remote scenery.
Good to know
Pack for wind and rain year-round, and plan flexible days—especially in the Highlands and on Skye. Midges can be a real nuisance in peak summer (especially August), which is why May/June or September are often more comfortable. If you’re traveling during festival season in Edinburgh or peak summer, book hotels and rental cars early—prices and availability move fast.
➔ Scotland itinerary (7 days) | Scotland itinerary (9 days) | Scotland road trip (9 days)
What you should know about Scotland
Practical information for your trip
The best time to visit Scotland is between April and September. May, June and September in particular offer good weather and sometimes fewer visitors.
A one-week vacation in Scotland typically costs around $1,450 per person (excluding flights). At this price, you'll stay in comfortable 4-star hotels, dine in excellent restaurants, and enjoy some of Scotland's most popular activities. Renting a compact car is also an option. Expect to spend at least $210 per person per day.
In Scotland, the official languages are English and Lowland Scots, a Scots-English dialect also known as Lallans. Just over 1% of Scots speak Scottish Gaelic as their mother tongue.
The currency in Scotland is the pound sterling, just like in the rest of the UK.
No, U.S. citizens do not need a visa to travel to Scotland for stays of up to 180 days. However, starting April 2, 2025, an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) will be required for all trips. You can find more details and the latest travel advice here.
Scottish classics include haggis, a spicy offal mixture, cullen silk, a hearty soup with shellfish, and the dessert cranachan, made from raspberries, oatmeal and cream. The national drink, Scotch whisky, is of course one of the specialties.
Find out more about Scottish cuisine and the top 10 national dishes in Scotland.
There are no compulsory vaccinations for entry into Scotland. However, the standard vaccinations applicable in Germany, for example against tetanus, should be available and up to date.
If you want to visit the Scottish Highlands and the cities, you should pack comfortable shoes and weatherproof clothing in an onion look. The weather can change constantly and rain is always to be expected. So rainproof clothing is a must!
