The Scottish Highlands
Majestic scenery, awesome wild places, towering mountains, ancient pine forests and broad expanses of dark and shimmering lochs - the Highlands live up to the picture-postcard images. Immerse yourself in ancient landscapes and a rich history.
Witness some remarkable wildlife and participate in thrilling outdoor activities. Explore the dramatic mountains and beautiful glens, romantic islands and stunning stretches of coastline or feast on fresh seafood and gorgeous game, and follow the Malt Whisky Trail to taste the very best of the ‘the water of life’.
Wherever you roam, you'll find outstanding natural beauty: Skye, Glen Coe, the Cairngorms National Park, Ben Nevis, Ardnamurchan and, Glen Affric to name but a few. There are also many miles of coastline and intriguing islands to explore as well. Here you can have your own private sandy beach with shimmering turquoise waters and no one else in sight. Wildlife flourishes in this great wilderness - you can see dolphins, whales, eagles, deer, otters and much more.
As well as admiring the scenery, explore the history of this evocative region at famous battlefields like Culloden and atmospheric castles such as Eilean Donan.
If you like the active life, the Scottish Highlands offer unsurpassed opportunities for a host of other outdoor pursuits such as top-class mountaineering, mountain biking and white water rafting.
If you prefer your holiday at a slower pace, you can explore many historical sites, iconic castles, welcoming towns and the distinctive culture and language. Watch this magical world go by on the Jacobite steam train, voted the best train journey in the world by Wanderlust magazine every year since 2009 - a must for Harry Potter fans. Pay a visit to Loch Ness and you may be lucky enough to spot our very own monster!
