Transport
Internal Transport
One of the major decisions to be made about our vacation package in Scotland is your preferred mode of transport.
We always meet our Guests at their arrival airport in Scotland and offer a complimentary transfer to either their first night's accommodation or, possibly, to a Car Rental Depot. Likewise we arrange complimentary transfers to your departure airport at the end of the trip. However, during the course of your stay in Scotland there are alternatives:
Self Drive Car Rental
For some of you, we drive on the 'wrong' side of the road and the driver sits at the 'wrong' side of the car. However, experience tells us our Guests enjoy driving in Scotland where, with the exception of cities where we recommend public transport, most find the experience enjoyable and stress free.
However, once in the Highlands and Islands be prepared to slow down to the local pace of life. If sheep or cattle happen to wander into the roadway, remember they are the natives and have every right to be there. Ask them nicely and, more often than not they will move. If not, switch the engine off and read a book ... There’s always tomorrow!
Car / 7 Seat Van / Bus with your own Driver
Your driver might be a fully qualified "Scottish Tourist Guide" or merely a good driver with acute knowledge of the geography and routes but without the Tour Guide qualification.
Many of our Guests prefer the basic driver, as he/she is a more economical option for tours where they just wish to be driven throughout their chosen Route/Itinerary.
However, for those Guests wishing highly detailed information about the places they will pass or visit on their travels in Scotland, or who have a particular interest in Scottish History, the Tour Guide option is obviously the better choice.
Train / Bus / Ferry
We can arrange all forms of public transport throughout Scotland although it should be noted that travellers to the Islands and other remote parts of the mainland, might find geographical features make these options slightly less favourable than travel without the constraints of timetables.
If you are interested in using public transport services, we will be happy to assist in drawing up as full a package as possible for you.