When a Scottish Highlands Tour Is Actually Better Than Going Solo
You’ve landed in Edinburgh. Now what? You’ve arrived in Edinburgh with a backpack, a loose plan, and that familiar backpacker instinct: I’ll figure it out as I go. You know you HAVE TO see the Scottish Highlands, but how? You want winding roads through glens, misty mountains, castles you didn’t have to Google, and pubs you find by accident. What you don’t want is a copy-and-paste, box-ticking group tour that feels staged and ingenuine. That hesitation makes sense. Some tour operators really do deliver that exact experience. But here’s the twist: there are moments when a specific type of Scottish[...]
Backpacking Scotland: The Ultimate Travel Experience 2026
Introduction: Scottish Highlands - The Ultimate Travel Destination in 2026 Are you looking for a transformative travel experience that goes beyond ticking off the usual tourist spots? Read on to find out why backpacking the Scottish Highlands on a group tour of Scotland is the ultimate travel experience in 2026. With its rugged landscapes, ancient castles, and charming towns, Scotland offers something truly special for everyone. Whether you're a solo traveller, a first-time backpacker, or someone seeking a deep connection with nature? Scotland adventure tours will give you a unique travel experience that encourages meaningful connections and personal growth.[...]
Re-Discovering Wonder on My First Scottish Highlands Tour
Re-Discovering Wonder on My First Scottish Highlands Tour My fellow clansmen on the Isle of Skye. Introduction: Falling Back in Love with Scotland on a Backpacking Tour Hi, I’m Jodie - the newest member of the MacBackpackers team - and I’m absolutely buzzing to share my recent unforgettable Scottish Highlands tour experience. I've been all over the world and this tour from Edinburgh was one of the best backpacking tours I've experienced. Me having a great time on tour. First, a bit about me. I’ve loved discovering Scotland since I was just a wee girl. I[...]
5 Reasons Why You Should Choose A Scotland Bus Tour
Why a Scotland Bus Tour is the best way to explore our home We absolutely love Scotland and we get asked this question a lot: Why choose a Scotland bus tour over a self drive, public transport or the hitchhiking option? Well, we've decided to do a wee write up on 5 reason why you should consider jumping on a bus tour rather than trying to figure it out yourself. 1) Tours Add Depth to Your Trip In a country so full of folklore and with a people so gifted at spinning a tale, it would be a shame to[...]
Main Character Club Tour – A Tour Like No Other
The Main Character Club Road To Skye Tour This year we were approached by Gabby of The Main Character Club to host a special edition of our 3 Day Isle of Skye tour dubbed The Road To Skye. The MCC has been on our radar for a few months and we were absolutely over the moon when Gabby asked us to help her organize the Ultimate Scottish Adventure with a feminine twist. The Main Character Club was founded by Gabby in early 2023 to "help women connect with one another in unique scenarios" and has amassed a community of over[...]
Why Scotland is the ultimate destination for solo female travellers
Solo female travel is getting more and more popular all the time. Travellers around the world often contact us and ask how is Scotland for solo travellers. Well, the answer is easy. Scotland is a perfect destination for any solo traveller. It’s safe and full of friendly locals, who’ll help you if you get lost. Not long ago, Scotland was named the Most Welcoming Country in the World. But since it’s International Women’s Day, we’ll dedicate this post to all those solo female adventurers, who’re already living their best life at this very moment, and all those aspiring solo female[...]
You’ve landed in Edinburgh. Now what? You’ve arrived in Edinburgh with a backpack, a loose plan, and[...]
Introduction: Scottish Highlands - The Ultimate Travel Destination in 2026 Are you looking for a transformative[...]
Re-Discovering Wonder on My First Scottish Highlands Tour My fellow clansmen on the Isle of Skye.[...]
Why a Scotland Bus Tour is the best way to explore our home We absolutely love Scotland[...]
The Main Character Club Road To Skye Tour This year we were approached by Gabby of The[...]
Solo female travel is getting more and more popular all the time. Travellers around the world[...]