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location: Scottish Highlands
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There are no shortage of distilleries in the Highlands....
The Highlands are the most northerly region of mainland Scotland. Wherever you go in the Highlands, you will find outstanding natural beauty, whether you are in the mountains, on the coast, in land or on one of the islands. The Cairngorms national park is the largest national park in Britain and was established fairly recently in 2003. It is a good base for an activity holiday and offers a huge range of activities throughout the year including winter skiing. In the northern Highlands, you will find areas of remote wilderness in this sparsely populated area which is home to Scotland’s first Geopark. Fort William lies at the southern end of the region. It is the major centre for touring the western Highlands and with Ben Nevis and the Caledonian Canal on its doorstep, offers holiday ideas a plenty.
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Why should I go there?
The relative lack of people in the Highlands means that it’s a great place for wildlife. You can spot red squirrels, pine martins (if you’re lucky!), seals, otters, dolphins and magnificent sea birds and birds of prey. One of Scotland’s greatest exports is its whisky and there are no shortage of distilleries in the Highlands, many of which offer tours and tastings. The Scottish Highlands is a great choice for an activity holiday with a variety of holiday ideas including:
• Walking
• Cycling
• Winter sports
• Art, Culture and Music
• Golf
• Whisky tasting
• Wildlife Watching
• Photography
• Tennis
• Climbing.
How do I get there?
Check out our directory for tour operators offering packages to the Scottish Highlands. Alternatively, for the independent traveller, you can travel by car, bus, rail or air. There are daily train services to Fort William and Inverness with connections from most UK cities. Several bus companies run services to the Highlands from Aberdeen, Glasgow and Edinburgh with connections from other cities in the UK. Inverness is the main airport in the region with flights from London taking about 90 minutes.
Where should I stay?
Wherever you stay in the Highlands, you can be sure of a warm Scottish welcome. You’ll find plenty of choices like beachside caravan or campsites, luxury hotels, island crofts, homely B&B’s or cosy self-catering cottages.
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