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Cruise Boat on Loch Ness

Planning a Day Trip from Edinburgh to Loch Ness

Posted on: 23 Apr 2026

Plan the perfect day trip from Edinburgh to Loch Ness. Choose your best option with help from Scottish Tours.

Inverness Castle overlooking the River Ness

Can you visit Inverness Castle?

Posted on: 13 Apr 2026

Find out if you can visit Inverness Castle, its history and what’s open inside with Scottish Tours.

Caerlaverock Castle in sunshine

Best Places to visit in Dumfries and Galloway

Posted on: 31 Mar 2026

Discover the best places to visit in Dumfries and Galloway, from rugged coastlines, stunning scenery, and historic castles with Scottish Tours

The ruins of Dunottar Castle caught in the sunshine

Famous castles you can visit on a tour

Posted on: 15 Mar 2026

Learn about some of the famous castles you can visit on a tour and discover how with Scottish Tours

Old Man of Storr at Sunset

London to Isle of Skye Travel Guide

Posted on: 08 Mar 2026

Plan the perfect journey from London to the Isle of Skye with the experts at Scottish Tours

Turbine Steamer Queen Mary 2

Caledonian MacBrayne Ferries - 175 years of history

Posted on: 25 Feb 2026

Celebrating 175 years, Caledonian MacBrayne ferries have connected Scotland’s island communities for generations. Discover the story with Scottish Tou...

Spectacular fireworks over Edinburgh Castle

Best Festivals and Events in Scotland

Posted on: 17 Feb 2026

What are the best festivals and events in Scotland? Discover more with the team at Scottish Tours.

Waterfall in Glen Rosa, Isle of Arran

Best Scottish islands to visit in 2026

Posted on: 04 Feb 2026

Considering the best Scottish islands to visit this year? Let the experts at Scottish Tours guide you.

The cottage where Robert Burns was born in Alloway

Who was Robert Burns, and why do we celebrate him?

Posted on: 20 Jan 2026

Who was Robert Burns, and why do we celebrate him? Discover the life, poetry and lasting legacy of Scotland’s national poet with Scottish Tours.

Map showing Wemyss Bay

16 Strange Scottish Place Names

Posted on: 11 Jan 2026

From Milngavie to Dull, explore 16 unusual Scottish place names, their origins and pronunciations with the experts at Scottish Tours.

Ariel view of Portree Harbour

What to Do in Portree

Posted on: 29 Nov 2025

Discover What to Do in Portree on the Isle of Skye with this handy guide from Scottish Tours

Yesnaby Cliffs, Orkney

Best Escorted Tours of Scotland 2026

Posted on: 11 Nov 2025

Explore the best escorted tours of Scotland in 2026 with Scottish Tours. Expert itineraries, comfortable travel and unforgettable Scottish scenery.

Massed Pipe Bands at the Banchory Highland Games

Guide to Scottish Highland Games 2026 Blog

Posted on: 30 Oct 2025

These distinctly Scottish events are a celebration of music, athletics and dancing. Discover more with this helpful guide from Scottish Tours.

Edinburgh Casle at Night

Most Haunted Castles in Scotland

Posted on: 19 Oct 2025

Explore the most haunted castles in Scotland. Uncover spine-chilling stories and spooky tales with Scottish Tours.

Victoria Street, Edinburgh

Harry Potter Things to Do in Edinburgh

Posted on: 10 Sep 2025

Step into the wizarding world with our guide to Harry Potter things to do in Edinburgh.

Some Scottish Words

10 Braw Scottish Words and Meanings

Posted on: 08 Sep 2025

Braw, dreich, and blether—what do they all mean? Discover Scottish words and meanings in a fun guide from the experts at Scottish Tours.

A group of Highland Cattle

Where to See Hairy Coos in Scotland?

Posted on: 19 Aug 2025

Where to See Hairy Coos in Scotland? Find the best locations with Scottish Tours

Cuillin Hills seen from Elgol

20 Isle of Skye Must See Attractions

Posted on: 01 Aug 2025

Plan your dream trip with our guide to 20 Isle of Skye must see attractions, produced by the experts at Scottish Tours.