Southern Scotland

The Legend of Thomas the Rhymer 

Scotland is full of folklore – tales of fairies and “little people”, and talk of the gift of second sight .  . Thomas of Ercildoune, who became known as Thomas the Rhymer, lived in the Scottish Borders back in the 13th century.  The story goes...
Fife & the East Coast

St Andrews Cathedral 

St Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland, and the attractive seaside town of St Andrews on the east coast also bears his name.  According to legend, the relics of St Andrew were brought here in the 8th century and a shrine was established, dedicated...
Orkney & Shetland Isles

Shetland 

Lying 110 miles north of the coast of mainland Scotland, the Shetland Isles are the most northerly outpost of the British Isles.  The largest island is known as the “mainland” and the capital, Lerwick, can be reached by ferry (from Aberdeen or Orkney) or by...
Orkney & Shetland Isles

Orkney 

The Orkney Islands lie off the northern coast of Scotland and are easily reached either by air or by ferry.  There are over 70 islands making up Orkney, and around 20 of those are inhabited.   The islands have been inhabited since early times, and today...
Edinburgh Castle at dusk
Our Cities

Scottish Cities 

Scotland has a wealth of fantastic cities to explore, with great places to visit as well as excellent restaurants, pubs, shopping and vibrant nightlife. Some highlights Edinburgh – Scotland’s capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the medieval Old Town and the Georgian New...
About Scottish Highland Trails

24 Hour Assistance 

We appreciate our guests from overseas will inevitably come across the odd problem or two when in Scotland. Thankfully, such problems are nearly always very minor and easily resolved. However, to give some peace of mind when here, all guests have access to the Scottish...
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Melrose Abbey 

Melrose Abbey in the Scottish Borders.   Founded in 1136, this Cistercian Abbey was repeatedly attacked by English forces during the Middle Ages. The ruins we see today date mainly from the late 14th century when the Abbey had to be rebuilt following a devastating attack...
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Blue Badge for Highland Trails! 

Great news just in!  Jill McKean, of Scottish Highland Trails, has passed her exams with flying colours and, as well as being awarded a Certificate in Scottish Studies, is now a fully accredited “Blue Badge” tourist guide and member of the Scottish Tourist Guides Association...