Holidays & Road Trips in the Scottish Islands

Discover Incredible Beaches & Wonderful Wildlife

Sail away on an island-hopping adventure to the magical isles of Scotland, where crashing waves and big skies meet unspoilt beaches and soaring mountains.

Walk along pristine, sandy beaches in the Outer Hebrides, whale-watch on the Isle of Mull, enjoy the tranquillity of Coll and Tiree, explore awe-inspiring Neolithic settlements on Orkney and Shetland, and sample world-class whiskies on Islay.

The holiday suggestions on our website are examples of the amazing trips we can offer, which are created uniquely for you by our award-winning specialists. Think of the itineraries below as inspiration for your specialised tailor-made escape. These can be customised to suit your preferences and individual requirements. Our packages include hand-picked accommodation, a personalised information pack, and 24-hour support from our dedicated team.

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Self-Drive Holidays

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An Absolute Escapes client exploring the Isle of Harris (credit - Kevin Warburton)

Vatersay Beach, Isle of Vatersay (credit - Erin Meek from the Absolute Escapes team)

Kisimul Castle, the 'Castle in the Sea' (credit - Katia from the Absolute Escapes)

Katia from the Absolute Escapes team exploring Hougharry, Isle of North Uist

Blue skies over Luskentyre beach, Isle of Harris (credit - Helen Hotson)

Village Bay, St. Kilda (credit - Juan Carlos Muñoz)

Calanais Standing Stones on the Isle of Lewis (credit - our clients, George and Valerie Kelsey)

Croft houses near Traigh Ear beach - North Uist

Blackhouse Village (credit - Katia Fernandez Mayo)

Dail Mhor (Dalmore) beach, Isle of Lewis (credit - Katia Fernandez Mayo)

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'

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Our client enjoying the views at Esha Ness, Shetland (credit - Poul Møller)

The coast path at Rackwick Bay, Orkney (credit - Colin Keldie, Visit Scotland)

Absolute Escapes clients at St Ninian's Isle beach (credit - Poul Møller)

Yesnaby Castle - Orkney Sea Stacks (credit - Kenny Lam, Visit Scotland)

Scott from the team at Hermaness National Nature Reserve, Unst, Shetland

Puffin on the Shetland Isles (credit - our client, Wendy Carlyle)

Detective Inspector Jimmy Perez's house in Lerwick from the TV series, Shetland (credit - our client, Gordon Adamson)

Stromness, Orkney (credit - Scott Smyth)

Scott from the Absolute Escapes team at Rackwick Bay, Isle of Hoy, Orkney

Helen Hume, Italian Chapel (credit - Fionn McArthur, Visit Scotland)

Skara Brae, Orkney (credit - our client, Gordon Adamson)

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

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Borve Sands towards the North Harris Hills

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

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Traigh Throdhrasdail on the Isle of Tiree

Coll & Tiree: A Hebridean Escape

From £1215pp

Self-Drive Holidays

Duration 6 Nights

Enjoy the tranquility of Hebridean life in one of the sunniest places in the British Isles
Sandy beaches and crystal clear waters - a mecca for surfers and windsurfers from around the world
Spot a vast array of marine wildlife and seabirds in one of the last great wildernesses in Europe

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Road sign on Islay with Paps of Jura in background

Our client Joseph Gareau touring Bunnahabhain Distillery, Islay

Katia from Absolute Escapes at Kilchoman Distillery in Islay

The picturesque village of Portnahaven, Islay

Scott from Absolute Escapes at Bunnahabhain Distillery, Islay

View from ferry travelling from Islay to Kennacraig

Islay & The West Coast Whisky Tour

From £1395pp

Self-Drive Holidays

Duration 8 Nights

Visit world-famous whisky distilleries on Islay, including Ardbeg, Laphroaig, and Bowmore
Explore Campbeltown, Scotland’s smallest whisky region, nestled in the picturesque Kintyre Peninsula
Visit the spectacular and remote Isle of Jura, home to Jura Distillery

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View of the Skye Bridge joining the island to Lochalsh

Our client at Eilean Donan Castle (Credit - Steve Gow)

Sunset at Oban Harbour (Credit - Steve Gow)

Scotland’s West Coast Road Trip

From £1240pp

Self-Drive Holidays

Duration 8 Nights

Experience breathtaking scenery and unique wildlife along this spectacular stretch of coast
Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of the famed islands of Mull and Iona
The magical Isles of Mull and Iona

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Black Cuillin Mountains on the Isle of Skye

Brodick Bay and Goatfell on the Isle of Arran

Islands of Arran, Islay, Mull & Skye

From £1545pp

Self-Drive Holidays

Duration 9 Nights

Experience 'Scotland in Miniature' on the beautiful Isle of Arran
World-famous whisky distilleries on Islay, including Laphroaig, Ardbeg & Lagavulin
The magical Isle of Skye, home to the spectacular Cuillin Mountains

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View across Loch Ruel in the Cowal Peninsula

Nether Largie Standing Stones, Kilmartin

Sunken boat at Puilladobhrain, Isle of Seil

Secret Corners of Scotland’s West Coast

From £1115pp

Self-Drive Holidays

Duration 7 Nights

Discover our favourite hidden gems along Scotland’s stunning west coast
Journey to the enchanting and undiscovered Isle of Gigha
Sample world-class seafood in the tranquil Cowal Peninsula

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Sandwood Bay and the Sea Stack of Am Buachaille

Orkney & the Far North

From £1285pp

Self-Drive Holidays

Duration 7 Nights

Walk the winding flagstone lanes of the historic fishing port of Stromness
Explore Skara Brae where Britain’s earliest inhabitants once lived
Walk into Sandwood Bay, one of the most isolated & beautiful beaches in the British Isles

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