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Scottish Islands Holidays

Scottish Islands holidays

From the Norse heritage of Shetland and Orkney to the Gaelic-speaking Outer Hebrides, the Scottish isles are home to some of the UK’s most remarkable island landscapes. You can explore Neolithic sites and Viking ruins, watch seabirds at clifftop colonies and walk long white-sand beaches. Our featured islands include Shetland, Orkney, the Isle of Lewis, the Isle of Arran, the Isle of Skye and the Isle of Mull, and each has its own character, history, and food and drink. With easy connections between them, island hopping is highly recommended. Every island also offers a chance to see the Northern Lights, particularly in autumn and winter.

Why Visit Scottish Islands?

  • Incredible landscapes
  • Natural wonders
  • Amazing wildlife
  • Viking heritage
  • Distinctive culture
  • Fascinating geological sites
  • Northern Lights

Most popular Places to visit in Scottish Islands

Our recommendations for the most popular resorts to visit in Scottish Islands

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Scottish Islands Travel Guide

Best time to go

With their northerly location, the best time to visit is between March and November, with the long days of summer a particularly appealing time.

Travel Information

Just a short flight or ferry journey from mainland UK and accessible from a wide range of regional departures. You can also build in stopovers in Edinburgh, Aberdeen and other Scottish mainland destinations - please ask for details

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