Top Scotland Budget Trips &amp; Packages In 2025/2026

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Why we love them

Their value for money is incredible for the exceptional experiences they offer.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus

What travelers are saying

"The staff who arranged my trip were outstanding. The hotels buses and venues were excellent. Our Japenese guide was a bit hard to understand at times."

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$2,097

7 days From$1,775

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Classic Scotland: Edinburgh to the Highlands

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4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Visits

Edinburgh

Highlights

Experience classic Scotland, from historic Edinburgh to the majestic Highlands
Take a walking tour of the capital, climbing Arthur’s Seat for stretching views
Board a historic steam train for a scenic journey on the Heritage Bo’ness and Kinneil Railway
Dive into the history and heritage of Scotland at the Balmoral Estate and ancient castles
Enjoy a picturesque boat ride on the tranquil waters of Loch Lomond

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Excellent service"

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$6,075

8 days From$4,500

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Generous cancellation

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Highlights of Scotland

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4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands

Highlights

Embark on a world-famous train journey through the Highlands via the renowned West Highland Railway, including a crossing of the iconic Glenfinnan Viaduct.
Discover Fort William, where you'll relish breath-taking views of Ben Nevis, the UK's highest peak.
Take a private bus tour of the captivating Trotternish Peninsula on Skye.
Set out on a scenic boat excursion across the mystical waters of Loch Ness, with the possibility of a lucky sighting of its famous inhabitant.
Join a walking tour of Edinburgh guided by a local specialist, and support a social enterprise that empowers locals who've experienced homelessness to become guides.

Themes

High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I went on the Intrepid 15 day "Best of Morocco" tour in 2025 and had such an amazing time that I wasn't ready to leave by the time the trip finished! It exceeded my expectations in so many ways: value for money, itinerary, a lot of included activities balanced with lots of rest stops on longer travel days, very caring & attentive local guides, and lots of optional activities. As a company, Intrepid was very easy to communicate with before the trip started (I had sent a few questions about optional activities). The website is also easy to navigate and simple for updating travel & health information. If you are considering doing a tour with Intrepid - make sure you read the Essential Trip Information they have on each tour page. It describes everything in detail so you'll know what to expect. While I LOVED my tour, I can see some people signing up for this without reading the description and then being surprised at some of the 2 star hotels (in this case it was the "Original" tour style). Overall, I am impressed at how this tour managed to simultaneously get us closer to Moroccan culture AND feel like an adventure AND feel like a vacation from day-to-day life back home. I would travel with Intrepid again."

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$5,387

8 days From$3,990

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Best of the United Kingdom

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4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Cardiff, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, Lake District, Liverpool, Loch Ness, London, Oxford

Highlights

If you're a Harry Potter lover, this is for you! Explore J.K. Rowling's greatest inspirations in Edinburgh and take one of the world’s most scenic train journeys through the Highlands, crossing the famed Glenfinnan Viaduct.
Marvel at the archeological wonder of Stonehenge and discover all you need to know about the rich history of this iconic site.
Spend a day exploring arguably the most beautiful and most British countryside – the Cotswolds. Explore the sleepy villages, walk through endless fields and taste some of the best ales in the neighbourhood.
Walk the famous Lon Gwyrfai path in Snowdonia National Park, travel to the mountainous landscape of Lake District National Park and hike through the purple heather in Cairngorms National Park.
Take a ferry to the Isle of Skye, soak up the fresh sea air and mountain views and taste your way through the local whisky. Then, take a day trip through the stunning landscapes and medieval castles of Skye.

Themes

High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I went on the Intrepid 15 day "Best of Morocco" tour in 2025 and had such an amazing time that I wasn't ready to leave by the time the trip finished! It exceeded my expectations in so many ways: value for money, itinerary, a lot of included activities balanced with lots of rest stops on longer travel days, very caring & attentive local guides, and lots of optional activities. As a company, Intrepid was very easy to communicate with before the trip started (I had sent a few questions about optional activities). The website is also easy to navigate and simple for updating travel & health information. If you are considering doing a tour with Intrepid - make sure you read the Essential Trip Information they have on each tour page. It describes everything in detail so you'll know what to expect. While I LOVED my tour, I can see some people signing up for this without reading the description and then being surprised at some of the 2 star hotels (in this case it was the "Original" tour style). Overall, I am impressed at how this tour managed to simultaneously get us closer to Moroccan culture AND feel like an adventure AND feel like a vacation from day-to-day life back home. I would travel with Intrepid again."

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$15,788

27 days From$11,695

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Scotland's Orkney Islands

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4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Inverness, Orkney Islands

Highlights

The Orkney Islands are teeming with historic sites to explore. The Neolithic township of Skara Brae, the renowned Ring of Brodgar and 12th-century St Magnus Cathedral – it’s like you’ve been transported back in time!
Join your group leader on a walking tour of Kirkwall – Orkney’s main centre. They’ll be able to share with you the history and traditions behind the game of ‘Ba’ in town.
Spend the morning discovering the island of Hoy and famous Scapa Flow Museum, showcasing objects never seen before alongside favourite exhibits telling the story of Scapa Flow as centre of the British naval universe during both world wars.
What’s Scotland without a tipple? Be sure to join your local leader and group of travellers throughout the trip at a corner pub, tasting some of the finest whiskies on offer.
With plenty of time dedicated to exploring at your own pace, you can dial up the history, or instead, balance it all out with some distillery visits. You’ve got the power to choose.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I went on the Intrepid 15 day "Best of Morocco" tour in 2025 and had such an amazing time that I wasn't ready to leave by the time the trip finished! It exceeded my expectations in so many ways: value for money, itinerary, a lot of included activities balanced with lots of rest stops on longer travel days, very caring & attentive local guides, and lots of optional activities. As a company, Intrepid was very easy to communicate with before the trip started (I had sent a few questions about optional activities). The website is also easy to navigate and simple for updating travel & health information. If you are considering doing a tour with Intrepid - make sure you read the Essential Trip Information they have on each tour page. It describes everything in detail so you'll know what to expect. While I LOVED my tour, I can see some people signing up for this without reading the description and then being surprised at some of the 2 star hotels (in this case it was the "Original" tour style). Overall, I am impressed at how this tour managed to simultaneously get us closer to Moroccan culture AND feel like an adventure AND feel like a vacation from day-to-day life back home. I would travel with Intrepid again."

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$2,693

5 days From$1,995

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Walking the West Highland Way

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4.7/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Why we love them

With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Highlights

A challenging itinerary stretching 151km from Milngavie to Fort William
Spectacular scenery through glens, rugged mountains, deep blue lochs and across moors
Experience iconic scenery of Rannoch Moor, Loch Lomond, Ben Nevis and Glen Coe
Enjoy Scottish hospitality, try the world renowned traditional food and beverages, including smoked salmon and whiskey
Optional city break add-on in Glasgow and extra nights in Fort William to climb Ben Nevis

Themes

Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Excellent service"

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$2,457

9 days From$1,820

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Premium Scotland

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4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Visits

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scottish Highlands

Highlights

Discover a hidden folly in the forest of the Scottish Highlands, overlooking a cascading waterfall. Then, visit a wildlife reserve known for its nesting ospreys.
Spend an afternoon in Cairngorms National Park in an outdoor folk museum scattered with traditional buildings.
Take a cruise on Loch Ness and look for the elusive beast as you sail on the famous, quiet waters of the still loch and marvel at the gorgeous scenery all around you.
Spend a day skipping stones and wandering through the quiet landscape of the islands Seil and Easdale – with tiny populations, these islands are a great setting to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Spend two nights at your Feature Stay mansion house on the outskirts of Edinburgh. Set amid 40 acres of gardens and dating back to the 1400’s, this classic Scottish estate will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time.

Themes

High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I went on the Intrepid 15 day "Best of Morocco" tour in 2025 and had such an amazing time that I wasn't ready to leave by the time the trip finished! It exceeded my expectations in so many ways: value for money, itinerary, a lot of included activities balanced with lots of rest stops on longer travel days, very caring & attentive local guides, and lots of optional activities. As a company, Intrepid was very easy to communicate with before the trip started (I had sent a few questions about optional activities). The website is also easy to navigate and simple for updating travel & health information. If you are considering doing a tour with Intrepid - make sure you read the Essential Trip Information they have on each tour page. It describes everything in detail so you'll know what to expect. While I LOVED my tour, I can see some people signing up for this without reading the description and then being surprised at some of the 2 star hotels (in this case it was the "Original" tour style). Overall, I am impressed at how this tour managed to simultaneously get us closer to Moroccan culture AND feel like an adventure AND feel like a vacation from day-to-day life back home. I would travel with Intrepid again."

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$8,208

8 days From$6,080

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Walking the Speyside Way

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4.7/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Why we love them

With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Highlights

A first-class introduction to Scottish Highland walking, stretching from the coast to the Highland resort of Aviemore
Journey across spectacular countryside, following the mighty River Spey and taking in the Cairngorm and Grampian Mountains
Experience iconic Scottish scenery, picturesque villages and numerous castles along the way
Ample opportunity for birdwatching, seal and dolphin spotting and a host of other activities in the Cairngorms
Visit some of the numerous distilleries in Scotland's most famous whiskey region

Themes

Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Excellent service"