JOURNEYS
Travel Planning
Once-in-a-lifetime Scotland trips, fully tailored and thoughtfully planned for travellers seeking time well spent in Scotland.
Overwhelmed by Travel Planning? We're Here to Help.
Hey! We’re Lesley & Trev, Scotland natives who want to share the very best parts of our wee country with you. But we know planning a trip here can be overwhelming - there’s so much to see and do, and you want to ensure your time is well spent.
This is where we step in.
Armed with years of local knowledge and trip planning experience, we’ve helped hundreds of travellers plan their perfect Scotland trip. Read our five-star reviews and happy client testimonials. Or let us know your dates and we'll do the rest.
Lesley & Trev
Our Services
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Finishing Touches (£85)
For travellers who already have a rough daily plan but want expert eyes on it, local knowledge, or that final layer of reassurance from a Scotland expert before booking.
WHAT YOU GET:
- Smooth out your route and balance the pacing.
- Fill any gaps or days that feel flat.
- Highlight standout places or local gems you may have missed.
- Flag areas that are overambitious or unrealistic.
- Share roads, routes, and timing tips only a local would know.
- Ideal for first-time visitors, confident DIY planners, or anyone feeling overwhelmed by their plan/how much there is to see.
* Cost: Flat fee of £85.
* You’ll need to send me your current daily plan in advance.
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Route Planning
For travellers who want a clear, curated route — but still the freedom to explore. You’ll receive a thoughtfully structured daily plan with insider suggestions, so you can hit the ground running without the overwhelm of endless research. It’s ideal if you want the bones of your trip planned, but prefer to make your own bookings and add your own touches along the way.
WHAT YOU GET:
- A suggested Scotland route and map, laid out for easy navigation.- Curated stops, activities, and eateries, from breathtaking viewpoints to cosy cafés.
- Local knowledge and travel tips throughout your route.
- Recommended hotels, activities, and car hire (recommendations only).
- One custom travel proposal based on your style and priorities.
- One round of complimentary revisions after feedback.
- Email support in the run-up to your trip.
*Cost: £120 + £24/day
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Full Service Itinerary Package
Our most-booked and in-demand service. This is concierge-level travel planning — we’ll design and arrange your Scotland trip from start to finish, handle availability checks (and/or make bookings), and curate every element to reflect your interests, travel style, and pace. Perfect for travellers who want peace of mind knowing every detail has been taken care of by local experts.
WHAT YOU GET:
- A day-by-day plan alongside a comprehensive, detailed custom itinerary, split by morning, afternoon, and evening.
- Scotland’s best places to eat, visit, explore and experience.
- Recommendations and availability confirmation for hotels, tours and eateries (option for full booking service on your behalf).
- Concierge-level travel planning, from restaurant reservations to hotel perks like late check-out.
- Complimentary consultation call.
- One custom travel proposal based on your preferences.
- One round of complimentary revisions.
- Ongoing email support in the lead-up to your trip.
- Optional pre-departure call for last-minute details.
- Access to your private client portal for documents, bookings, and daily plans.
*Cost: from £350
*Turnaround is approx. 2-3 weeks.
Client Reviews
our FAQs
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Generally we find email best, but we’re happy to chat via WhatsApp also. On the Full Service package you are also entitled to a planning call and departure call; both are optional.
We operate Monday to Friday, responding to emails within 24–48 hours during business hours. Clear and timely communication helps keep your itinerary running smoothly. We ask clients to reply to proposals and any questions that significantly affect planning within two weeks. If we don’t receive a response within that timeframe, your itinerary may be considered complete, and a small admin fee may apply to restart the process. Full details can be found in our Terms & Conditions. -
We handle hotel and tour bookings, dining reservations, and activity confirmations on your behalf (via secure online payment links so you stay in control).
We don’t book flights or car rentals, but we’ll provide recommendations and guidance on the best routes, suppliers, and timings to make these simple to arrange yourself.
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Every package includes one round of complimentary revisions once you’ve reviewed your initial proposal. We want your itinerary to feel right for you — whether that means adjusting pacing, adding an experience, or swapping accommodation.
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Yes — if you choose our Full Service Itinerary, we’ll handle hotel research, availability checks, and bookings on your behalf. For Route Planning, we’ll provide a curated list of recommended stays to suit your style and budget, but you’ll make the bookings directly. Our Finishing Touches service offers suggestions only, perfect if you’ve already booked but want to refine your trip.
Note that we do not recommend Airbnbs, but we do have trusted cottage rentals we work with.Where we book accommodation, we do so on your behalf as the traveller. This means you’ll be the named guest, and any amendments, cancellations, or future correspondence will be handled directly between you and the accommodation provider. We’ll ensure everything is confirmed correctly at the time of booking and provide full documentation for your records.
Sadly we cannot book accommodation for groups. -
Yes — we regularly design extended or more complex itineraries, including multi-region routes, themed trips, and group travel. These often involve more coordination, logistics, and custom research, so an additional fee may apply.
Examples of complex trips include:
Multi-activity adventures (e.g. hiking, kayaking, and wildlife trips)
Activity-specific itineraries such as extended hiking routes or whisky tours
Elopements or special occasions requiring bespoke arrangements
Group or multi-family travel
Multi-week road trips covering several regions of Scotland
If your trip falls into one of these categories, we’ll discuss any additional costs before confirming your booking, ensuring full transparency from the start.
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As far in advance as possible. Scotland’s best hotels, restaurants, and tours book up quickly, especially in high season. If your travel dates are short notice, we’ll always do our best to help — but options may be more limited.
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All itinerary services are non-refundable, so we strongly recommend having adequate travel insurance that covers cancellation for any reason. Once we begin planning, your itinerary involves significant time, research, and partner coordination, which is why we can’t offer refunds. If you need to postpone, we’ll always do our best to accommodate a new date where possible.
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The Route Planning package gives you a curated Scotland route and personalised recommendations — you make your own bookings and decide how to fill in the details. The Full Service Itinerary, on the other hand, is a concierge-style experience where we handle all the bookings and logistics for you. Both are fully tailored; the difference lies in how hands-on you’d like us to be.
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Yes — we can design bespoke trips for couples, families, and small groups, typically up to two couples or two families travelling together. Both Route Planning and Full Service Itinerary packages can accommodate these groups.
Please note: for groups or families booking more than one room, we do not book accommodation directly but will recommend family/group friendly stays which suit your budget — you will be responsible for securing rooms based on our recommendations.
In some cases, group itineraries may involve extra planning and coordination, which could incur an additional fee.
All itineraries are tailored to your group’s interests, pace, and style, whether that’s gentle sightseeing, hiking, food and whisky experiences, or a mix of activities.
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No — we do not offer refunds, and we do not provide payment plans. Once planning begins, your itinerary involves significant research, partner coordination, and bespoke arrangements, which is why full payment is required upfront and cannot be refunded.
We will not start work until payment has been received. This ensures that your itinerary is prioritised and we can commit fully to crafting your bespoke plan.
For full details, please see our Terms & Conditions.
If you have any questions or concerns before booking, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re happy to talk through your trip and make sure our services are the right fit for you.
Your Scotland trip, by Scotland experts.
Because we personally visit each of our destinations, and we’re Scotland natives, we know exactly what makes a Scottish trip special. Tell us what your ultimate getaway looks like, and allow us to take care of the rest.
Next steps…
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First things first: booking your custom itinerary.
You can make a booking here. We’ll talk you through the process and send a payment link.
Remember, this applies to trips up to 10 days in length. If you’re looking for something longer, then get in touch.
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Once we’ve received your booking, we’ll send you a travel questionnaire to discover your travel style, dates, budget, etc.
Don’t worry - it’s a short form! But it’ll give us a solid starting point to get planning.
You can find the form here.
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If necessary, we’ll schedule a call to finalise the details.
We’re happy to chat on the phone, Zoom, or even email. Whichever is easiest for you.
Generally, we’ll send through a proposal to ensure you’re happy with the overall route. And then a final itinerary with all the crucial details.
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We’ll send your custom itinerary 5 to 7 working days after your order has been made.
It’ll come by email and in the form of a PDF , Word, or Google Doc (whichever works best for you).
We’re confident you’ll love your travel plan - but there’s also one round of revisions included with custom itinerary and deep dive bookings and we’ll get those done asap.
Why choose us?
Why choose us to plan your Scotland trip? Our itinerary planner, Lesley, has lived in Scotland all her life (Edinburgh and the Highlands) and understands how to balance iconic attractions with hidden gems.
She’s also spent decades road tripping, hiking, touring, and holidaying all around Scotland, so she knows the best places to visit - that means your Scotland itinerary will be packed with heaps of local knowledge and practical travel advice!
Lesley also knows that Scotland has so much to see that planning a trip can be overwhelming, and she’ll help you streamline a journey that balances exploring with soaking in the landscape.
In addition, we pride ourselves on visiting the accommodation and eateries we recommend, which means you receive a definitive list of only the very best places.
We’ve driven the roads we recommend, sampled the distilleries, and explored the castles, so unlike many faceless tour operators, our advice is genuine and personal.
We’re also completely independent, hands-on, and passionate about our clients. Your Scotland trip should be EPIC; we’ll do everything possible to ensure big memories with easy planning.
If you have questions - get in touch - and we’ll happily go through the process.
