Scotland Route Planning

Our itineraries are designed for self-drive travel — the best and most flexible way to explore Scotland’s remote landscapes, islands, and hidden corners. We also include recommendations for day tours, local experiences, and private drivers where appropriate.

However, we don’t plan trips based around public transport or open group tours, as these options are often limited, unpredictable, and make it difficult to design the level of seamless, curated experience our travellers expect. If you’re unsure whether a self-drive trip is right for you, feel free to contact us before booking to discuss what’s possible.

Route Planning, we’ll provide a curated list of recommended stays to suit your style and budget, but you’ll make the bookings directly. However, we will supply a list of bookable links for all recommended stays, activities, etc.

We do not advise on flights.

Yes. Every package includes one round of complimentary revisions after you’ve reviewed your proposal. We want your itinerary to feel right for you — whether that means adjusting pacing, adding an experience, or swapping accommodation (where there is a suitable alternative).

Yes — we plan 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 are suitable for these groups.

Please note that for groups staying in multiple rooms, we do not book accommodation directly — you’ll be responsible for securing rooms based on our recommendations.

Group itineraries may also involve additional coordination and research, which could incur a small supplementary fee.

Yes — we regularly design extended or more complex itineraries, including multi-region routes, themed journeys, activity-specific trips, and group travel. These often require additional research and coordination, so an extra fee may apply.

Examples of complex trips include:

• Multi-activity adventures (e.g., hiking, kayaking, and wildlife tours)

• Activity-specific itineraries such as extended hiking routes or whisky tours

• Elopements or special occasions requiring bespoke arrangements

• Group or multi-family travel — note that for groups, accommodation is not booked on your behalf (see Do you plan for families or groups?)

• Multi-week road trips covering several regions of Scotland

We’ll always confirm any additional costs upfront so there are no surprises.

Turnaround times vary depending on your chosen service:

• Finishing Touches: approximately 1 week

• Route Planning: typically 1–2 weeks

• Full Service Itinerary: usually 2–3 weeks, depending on trip complexity

We’ll confirm your expected delivery date at the time of booking and keep you updated throughout the process.

All services must be paid in full before planning begins. You’ll receive a payment request via a secure payment link.

we do not offer refunds or 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 your itinerary is prioritised and carefully managed from the outset.

Please review our Terms & Conditions for full details, and if you have any concerns before booking, feel free to contact us via the enquiry form to discuss your trip.

All itinerary services are non-refundable, so please ensure you have comprehensive travel insurance that covers cancellation for any reason. If you need to postpone, we’ll always do our best to accommodate a new itinerary where possible.

We operate Monday to Friday and aim to respond to emails within 24–48 hours during business hours. Clear communication keeps your itinerary moving smoothly, so we ask clients to respond to proposals and key questions within two weeks.

If we don’t hear back within that time, your itinerary may be considered complete, and an admin fee may apply to restart the process. Full details can be found in our Terms & Conditions.

For the route plan, you’re entitled to trip support in the lead up to your Scotland travels. This will be done by email or WhatsApp, and only during office hours.

We do not offer in-destination support, but will endeavour to help where we can should you need assistance.

In a nutshell, the level of detail, support, and how you’ll receive the information.

The Route Planning package gives you a curated Scotland route and insider recommendations — you make your own bookings and shape the trip as you go.

The Full Service Itinerary is a concierge-style experience where we handle your bookings, logistics, and reservations. Both are fully tailored; the difference lies in how hands-on you’d like us to be.