Our office has been buzzing with excitement as we’ve carefully selected our favourite photos from your self-drive holidays in 2024.

We’re thrilled to unveil the six spectacular finalists in our annual photo competition (self-drive category). This year’s entries are a testament to Scotland’s magnificent landscapes and the extraordinary journeys experienced by our intrepid clients.

Thank you to everyone who shared their spectacular shots with us. We’ve been so inspired by the variety of perspectives and the wonderful moments you’ve captured along the way.

Now, it’s your turn to get involved. Cast your vote to discover stunning destinations that might just inspire your next great adventure.

Here’s how to vote:

  1. Hover over your favourite photo below and click the heart in the bottom-right corner.
  2. Scroll down and click ‘vote for this photo’ under the image.

The photographer with the most votes by midnight on Tuesday 31st December will win a £150 gift voucher for one of our holidays. Our runners-up will each receive an exclusive Absolute Escapes 2025 calendar.

Thank you for being part of our exciting competition. Don’t forget to vote in our walking category too. Happy exploring!

Featured Holidays

North Coast 500

From £1520pp

Self-Drive Holidays
Duration 10 Nights
  • Admire the majestic splendour of mountains that Assynt has to offer
  • Experience a thrilling journey over the Bealach na Bà
  • Discover Achmelvich Bay, one of Scotland’s most beautiful beaches

Isle of Skye & The Outer Hebrides

From £960pp

Self-Drive Holidays
Duration 5 Nights
  • The magical Isle of Skye and the spectacular Cuillin Mountains
  • Discover the mountains and lunar landscape of the Isle of Harris
  • The archaeological treasures of the Standing Stones of Callanish

Magical Islands of Mull, Iona & Skye

From £1145pp

Self-Drive Holidays
Duration 7 Nights
  • The magical Isle of Skye and the Cuillin Mountains
  • Beautiful sandy beaches on the Isle of Mull
  • Follow in pilgrims’ footsteps on the tiny Isle of Iona

Shetland & Orkney: Escape to the Edge

From £1535pp

Self-Drive Holidays
Duration 8 Nights
  • A unique blend of Scandinavian and Scottish culture.
  • Archaeological wonders such as Skara Brae, Jarlshof, the Ring of Brodgar, and the Standing Stones of Stenness
  • Abundant nature including dolphins, porpoises, puffins and guillemots

Hebridean Island Hopping

From £1465pp

Self-Drive Holidays
Duration 8 Nights
  • Luskentyre beach - one of the most spectacular beaches in Scotland
  • Travel back in time at the 5,000 year old Callanish Standing Stones
  • 16th century Kisimul Castle - the magnificent 'Castle in the Sea'