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...
Worker testing whisky in distillery

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 260 verified traveler reviews.

Deborah S.
Scotland, Ireland Travel Review: Scottish Highlands, Beara Peninsula, 11 Nights

The trip details were very well planned and managed by Zicasso's travel company. The persons who served as our guides both went above and beyond to ensure our trip was everything we wanted it to be.

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Gary B.
Scotland, England Tour Review: Edinburgh, Old Town, Edinburgh Castle, St. Andrews, London, Windsor Castle, London City Tour, 16-Day Trip

This was one of our favorite trips to date! Scotland and England were beautiful, and we loved how nice all of the people were. The itinerary was the perfect balance between tours and relaxation, and every tour guide we were connected with was exceptional! We plan to return to Scotland and England, and would definitely use this Zicasso company again.

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Scott H.
Ireland, Scotland Father-Daughter Trip Review: Dublin, Edinburgh, Irish Countryside, Scottish Countryside, Private Tour, 9 Days

My adult daughter and I just returned from our wonderful nine-day trip to Ireland and Scotland. We are very, very happy with the travel services Zicasso's travel company and their team provided for us. Their assistance in the design, planning, arrangement-making, and execution of our trip was first-rate in all ways, enhanced by friendly, professional, and timely communication all along the way. The company earned our praise and trust.

Kudos to Zicasso for having high-quality travel-service companies like them in your network. We will highly recommend both companies to others and will keep both in our first considerations if we are fortunate enough to consider and plan for future overseas trips.

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Dani P.
England, Scotland Trip Review: Edinburgh, Borough Market, Food Tasting, 2 Weeks

We had a great time in England and Scotland. Zicasso's travel company did a great job planning and managing the entire process for us. We chose them because they listened to our needs to start. Secondly, their plan was smart and well orchestrated. We are really happy we chose this travel company.

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Stanton R.
Scotland, England Trip Review: Castles, Highlands, 16 Nights

The trip was great. The tour guides were fantastic. The castles were breathtaking and the accommodations were excellent.

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Beverly F.
Scotland Trip Review: Edinburgh, Perth, Fife, St. Andrews, Private Guides, 10 Nights

We worked with our Zicasso travel professional to plan our trip to Scotland. We had a great time! We enjoyed each of the private tour guides. The private tour experience is definitely the way to go. It made the trip more personal. We were able to build relationships with our guides, making this a more enjoyable experience. Our travel professional did a great job of planning and coordinating our plans. Thanks so much for matching us up with the tour company!

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