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10 best Scotland solo travel packages
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- Islay, Oban & the Whisky Coast – 4-Day Small-Group Tour
- 6 Day Edinburgh and Inverness By Train
- 5 Day Glasgow And Inverness Including Loch Ness
- A Scottish Journey
- Discover Orkney Small-Group Tour – 3 Days
- Orkney & The Far North
- North Scotland, Loch Ness & Orkney - 5 days
- 5-Day Edinburgh and Glasgow by Train
- 9 Day Scotland - Edinburgh, Glasgow And Inverness
- Scottish Escape
Duration 4 days Destinations Edinburgh, Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park, Oban, Kilmartin, Bowmore, Islay Island, Ardbeg, Laphroaig, Lagavulin, Inveraray Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Click Tours From $4,068
36% Off- NZ$2,603You save $1,464
Edinburgh Castle tours and train journeys to Inverness create natural connections. Royal Yacht Britannia at Ocean Terminal and Royal Mile walking tours round out the experience. Private rooms and daily breakfast included.
Duration 6 days Destinations Edinburgh, Inverness Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 35 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator STM Tours LLC From $2,642
5% Off- NZ$2,510You save $132
Solo travelers enjoy private room comfort at Radisson Blu Glasgow and Royal Highland Hotel Inverness. Join like-minded explorers on a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach Highlands tour, plus flexible hop-on-hop-off exploration of Glasgow's Kelvingrove Gallery and historic Cathedral.
Duration 5 days Destinations Glasgow, Inverness Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 35 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator STM Tours LLC From $3,460
5% Off- NZ$3,287You save $173
A Scottish Journey
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hotels where we stayed were 5* and the food was fabulous. The people on our tour were also a great bunch.”
tinamack6056gmailcom, traveled in May
Private rooms await at The Kingsmills Hotel Inverness and Duisdale House Skye. Like-minded travelers visit Culloden Battlefield, Crathes Castle, and the Isle of Iona's sacred sites together.
Duration 10 days Destinations Edinburgh, St Andrews, Cairngorms National Park, Inverness, Culloden, Loch Ness, Plockton, Isle of Skye, Isle of Mull, Isle of IonaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Group Size Max Group Size 18 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Back-Roads Touring From
5% Off- NZ$7,509
Duration 3 days Destinations Inverness, Dunrobin, John O'Groats, Orkney Islands, Kirkwall, Skara Brae, Stenness, St Margaret's Hope Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Click Tours From $2,042
36% Off- NZ$1,307You save $735
Orkney & The Far North
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Wonderful itinerary, did not disappoint.”
Mitchell, traveled in June
Single rooms in Inverness and Kirkwall B&Bs welcome travelers averaging 66 years old. Sociable Scottish breakfasts precede shared visits to Skara Brae village and Maeshowe cairn.
Duration 5 days Destinations Edinburgh, Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park, Glencoe, Fort William, Loch Ness, Inverness, Orkney Islands, Kirkwall, Stenness, Skara BraeSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Highland Experience Tours From
36% Off- NZ$2,173
North Scotland, Loch Ness & Orkney - 5 days
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was a great experience, with beautiful scenery and comfortable accommodations.”
Angela, traveled in March
Dalmore Guest House and Bellavista B&B provide single rooms for this Scottish adventure. Groups of 16 travelers share memorable visits to Skara Brae village and Culloden Battlefield.
Duration 5 days Destinations Edinburgh, Callander, Glencoe, Loch Ness, Inverness, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Ullapool, Culloden Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 16 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator On The Go Tours From $3,325
30% Off- NZ$2,328You save $998
Duration 5 days Destinations Edinburgh, Loch Ness, Glasgow Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 35 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator STM Tours LLC From $2,855
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Perfect for solo explorers with single rooms at Old Waverley Hotel Edinburgh and Radisson Blu Glasgow. Join guided tours at Edinburgh Castle, Glasgow Cathedral, and the 7-hour Loch Ness experience for easy social connections.
Duration 9 days Destinations Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 35 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator STM Tours LLC From $5,995
5% Off- NZ$5,696You save $300
Scottish Escape
139 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I felt like we saw all the sights I wanted to. Really enjoyed the excursion offers as well.”
Debra, traveled in March
Duration 7 days Destinations Glasgow, Stirling, Fort William, Inverness, Pitlochry, St Andrews, Edinburgh Age Range All Ages Welcome Group Size Max Group Size 30 Group Type GroupPersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Globus From
5% Off- NZ$2,380
What people love about touring Scotland solo
- Orkney & The Far North
Good value. Excellent driver. Saw all and more than brochure said.
- 2-day Outlander Tour (Small Group)
Rob was amazing...so fun and knowledgeable!
I loved the whole tour!! The Hogwarts express was definitely a highlight
Jacobite Steam Train & The Great Glen
What our customers ask about Scotland Tours for Solo Travelers
How social are the group tours in Scotland for solo travelers?
Group tours in Scotland create natural connections among travelers with solo adventurers making up 30-35% of participants. Groups stay small between 15-24 people making it easy to get to know everyone. Activities like whisky tastings at Blair Athol Distillery and dinners at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness give plenty of chances to chat and make friends. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The small group was great and I made many friends. We had such a fun group and I will definitely do it again."
Which regions of Scotland are best for solo travelers on guided tours?
The Scottish Highlands around Inverness and Isle of Skye offer the right mix of scenery and shared experiences. Edinburgh and Glasgow let you explore with the group or branch out on your own. Places like Glencoe and Loch Ness naturally bring people together through shared discoveries. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Loved seeing Culloden Moor trekking in Cairngorms and visiting Dunvegan Castle on Isle of Skye - perfect for meeting others with similar interests."
What's the best time of year for solo travelers to visit Scotland?
The most popular months are May through September when the weather is mild and days are longer. July and August draw crowds for events like the Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Spring brings wildflowers to the Cairngorms while the Isle of Skye's rugged beauty stays constant year-round. A TourRadar traveler noted: "September was perfect - not too crowded and the weather was ideal for hiking and outdoor activities."
How much free time do solo travelers get on Scotland tours?
Tours mix scheduled activities with time to explore on your own. Cities like Edinburgh and Glasgow offer free evenings to wander or join optional group meals. Hotels like the Kingsmills in Inverness serve as good starting points for independent adventures. One TourRadar traveler commented: "Having free time and the option to join the group for dinners was nice - perfect balance of group time and independence."
What's included in evening meals for solo travelers?
Group dinners featuring Scottish dishes are part of most tours especially for welcome and farewell meals. You might enjoy a traditional evening with entertainment at places like the InterContinental Edinburgh The George. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The Spirit of Scotland Show dinner at The Royal College of Surgeons was a highlight - great way to connect with fellow travelers over traditional food."
What type of accommodation can solo travelers expect on Scotland tours?
Private rooms come with an extra cost though some tours let you share rooms to save money. Places like the Dalmore Guest House in Inverness and Dunroamin B&B in Stornoway offer comfortable stays on tours such as the Highland Experience Scottish Choice. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The accommodations were very clean and comfortable with good locations to town."
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