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Our Top Tips & Tour Insights

Read all about Scotland in the MacBackpackers blog with stories, tips, and insights from the road!

Whether you’re planning your first trip or itching for a new adventure, you’ll find plenty of authentic Scottish travel content here, straight from the source. We’ve even had guest bloggers over the years share their MacBackpackers experience so you can read about Scotland from travellers like you!

The MacBackpackers Difference

We believe that the best memories are made with people that you can connect with.

That’s why we have a strict 18-39 year old age policy for our tours! This gives you the best chance of leaving with a whole new group of friends as well as a love for everything Scottish!

So come and find your people!

Multi-Award Winning Tours

3 DAY ISLE OF SKYE

The perfect first tour of Scotland.
Leaves every Friday from Edinburgh.
Prices starting from £239.

3 DAY LOCH NESS & SKYE MAGIC

For the magic & mystery lovers.
Leaves every Wednesday from Edinburgh.
Prices starting from £245.

5 DAY SKYE & HIGHLAND FLING

The ultimate Scottish adventure.
Leaves every Monday from Edinburgh.
Prices starting from £380.

Customer Reviews

OUR PARTNERS

We have been running tours for over 25 years and we’re proud to work with the following partners in the Scottish tourism industry.

Our Awards

Tour of the Year Award 2017

“The Best Quick Getaway in the World!” – TourRadar Tour of the Year Award 2017

Tour of the Year Award 2018

“The Best Quick Getaway in the World!” – TourRadar Tour of the Year Award 2018

Tour of the Year Award 2015

“The Best Coach/Bus Tour in the World!” – TourRadar Tour of the Year Awards 2015

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