Many Scottish tourism businesses have close working relationships with the international travel trade. In this section you’ll find a comprehensive directory of all those companies who have stepped forward and committed to special rates, discounts and commissions exclusively available for the travel trade.
From whisky distilleries to airlines and from language courses to barge tours – search our database to complete your itinerary or simply browse for new ideas! You’ll not only find the service you are looking for, but also an indication of the commission levels granted as well as full contact details for the business in question.
Also, follow the link to our latest product updates from Scotland , where you’ll find a list of webinars from trade ready suppliers wanting to connect with you and help with your new product development planning.
If you have any questions related to your existing travel trade listing or you would like to create one, please contact traveltrade@visitscotland.com.
Rosslyn Chapel
Rosslyn Chapel was founded in 1446. The beauty of its setting and the mysterious symbolism of its ornate stonework have inspired, attracted and intrigued artists, writers and visitors ever since. Practically every surface inside and outside this unique building is carved in an outstanding display of craftsmanship. The Visitor Centre tells the Chapel’s story – from its 15th century origins to The Da Vinci Code – and beyond. Just 7 miles from Edinburgh city centre and open all year. Information is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Polish, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Slovak and Swedish. The Chapel is available for private evening visits throughout the year with catering provided by arrangement. Early entry is also possible before opening.
Roslin,
Midlothan,
EH25 9PU
Edinburgh Bus Tours
See more of Edinburgh by open-top bus with a choice of tours and tickets to suit any length of visit. From frequent hop-on , hop-off city tours to our inclusive Royal Edinburgh Ticket ( guaranteed entry to Edinburgh Castle, Palace of Holyroodhouse and Britannia plus 48 hours on all three city tours) and 3 Bridges Bus and Boat Tour ( guided tour to Queensferry then a cruise of the Firth of Forth) . API connection via TOURCMS
55 Annandale Street,
Edinburgh,
EH7 4AZ
Newton Lodge, Unapool @ Highland Coast Hotels
Highland Coast Hotels are proud to bring together a collection of unique hotels on the NC500. Let us introduce – Newton Lodge. Set amidst stunning scenery in Unapool near Kylesku in the far North West Highlands on the NC500. A special place for your clients to stay on their Highland adventure. We can also arrange various Highland Experiences for your clients to explore the wild west coast with our authentic experience days in Scotland. Please do get in touch to see what we offer you and your clients.
Lairg,
Sutherland,
IV27 4HW
Royal Marine Hotel, Brora @ Highland Coast Hotels
Highland Coast Hotels are proud to bring together a collection of unique hotels on the NC500. Let us introduce – Royal Marine Hotel, Brora. Located only an hour from Inverness, your clients can stay in our charming Highland hotel to unwind and explore the golden east coast of Scotland. We can also arrange various Highland Experiences for your clients to explore the wild west coast with our authentic experience days in Scotland.
Please do get in touch to see what we can offer you and your clients.
Brora,
Sutherland,
KW9 6QS
Royal Golf Hotel, Dornoch @ Highland Coast Hotels
Highland Coast Hotels are proud to bring together a collection of unique hotels on the NC500.
Let us introduce – Royal Golf Hotel, Dornoch, a golfing adventure awaits your clients. Located only 50 yards from the first tee of the legendary Royal Dornoch Golf Club, this is golfing heaven!
An ideal base to explore and to discover beaches, invigorating walks, fairy tale castles, local Scottish distilleries and much more
We can also cater for your non-golfing clients, by arranging adventure day packages in collaboration with our fantastic local partners.
The First Tee,
Dornoch,
IV25 3LG
Kylesku Hotel @ Highland Coast Hotels
Highland Coast Hotels are proud to bring together a collection of unique hotels on the NC500.
Let us introduce - Kylesku Hotel is a boutique hotel and restaurant in the northwest Scottish Highlands, specialising in ultra-local seafood, meats and produce. It’s a ideal location for your clients who are looking for a short stay or a week’s wilderness adventure in amongst Scotland’s glorious mountains and lochs.
We can arrange authentic adventure day packages for your clients via our local partners to give your clients a unique and memorable experience.
Kylesku,
Sutherland,
IV27 4HW
Thunderdices Ltd
Thunderdices is the immersive experiences platform for Scotland. We offer:
• Traditional guided tours of Edinburgh: History of Edinburgh, Sherlock Holmes (with puzzles), Ghost Tours, Harry Potter, family tours
• Immersive tours where guests take part in an activity: Food tour (with fudge making option), immersive stories, full-day as a Laird in the Borders
• Workshops: cocktail potion making, grimoire book binding, drop-spindle, broom crafting, candle making, traditional printing
• Touring
• Tailor-made activities: private ghost hunts in castles, murder mysteries, treasure hunts in castles
Edinburgh,
EH112DZ
Foxlake Adventures CIC
Foxlake is a 5-star award-winning adventure hub offering a wide variety of unique and exhilarating adrenaline filled outdoor activities, including the UK’s first ropes course over water in FoxFall, Wakeboarding, Ringos, ZipTrail, Segways and Open Water Swimming. Located in the heart of East Lothian 25 miles east of Edinburgh, Foxlake is nestled in beautiful woodland on the edge of the John Muir Way. It’s the perfect place for family fun, a day out with friends or for individuals.
Hedderwick Hill Stables,
Dunbar,
East Lothian,
EH42 1XF
Dunrobin Castle & Gardens
Dunrobin Castle is the most northerly of Scotland's great houses and the largest in the Northern Highlands with 189 rooms. Its the family seat of the Earl of Sutherland and the Clan Sutherland.
Tours of Dunrobin Castle are self guided. This allows your clients to spend as much time as they would like in each room. Our Castle Guides in the main rooms are available to answer questions.
We can also include Birds of prey flying demonstrations during April, May, June, July, August and September.
Onsite we have The Castle Tea Room as well as a Gift Shop as well as ample free parking for coaches
Located 1 mile north of Golspie and just over 1 hour from Inverness. Your clients can also arrive by train as we have our own Railway Station.
Golspie,
Sutherland,
KW10 6SF
Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
Just 45 minutes from Inverness, the Dundreggan Rewilding Centre is a gateway to the 10,000-acre Dundreggan estate which has been rewilded by charity Trees for Life since 2008. Your clients can explore Scotland’s ancient Caledonian forest, connect with nature and take part in fun activities and events.
Facilities include a café, forest trails, accommodation for 40 people, meeting rooms, a large presentation and event space and an accessible outdoor play area.
Free coach parking and bespoke packages are available.
Glenmoriston,
Inverness,
IV63 7YJ
Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel
Located in one of Aberdeen’s historic buildings at the heart of the city, Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel provides bold, luxurious accommodations steps away from key attractions in the Granite City. Whether visiting for business or to enjoy the city’s splendour, we welcome you to experience the elegant, relaxed, comfort of Sandman Signature.
Aberdeen,
AB25 1AD
Heatherlea (Scotland) Ltd
We are tour operators of thirty years standing, who also own a 3-star hotel in beautiful Nethy Bridge. We hold 5 stars for ‘Wildlife experience’, and are currently expanding our activity range to also include tours of more general interest. We have extensive experience in every corner of Scotland including all outlying islands, and our dedicated operations, hotel and guiding teams are ready and waiting to welcome visitors in 2022!
Nethy Bridge,
Inverness-shire,
PH25 3EB
Gairloch Museum
Gairloch Museum is housed in a stunning building - a former nuclear bunker in the centre of Gairloch. Displays include an original lighthouse lens, a replica crofthouse and an interactive gallery about our magnificent natural world. Our in-house art gallery hosts a rotation of exhibitions and our museum is stocked with great books, crafts and local products. Am Bàrd (our new café) serves lunches, homebaking, coffees, teas and cold drinks - and has wonderful views across the loch to Skye.
Gairloch,
Wester Ross,
IV21 2BH
Whitekirk Hill
Whitekirk Hill is a unique destination, found in the heart of beautiful East Lothian, offering a warm welcome to people visiting for the day and to guests staying with us.
We offer nine environmentally conscious luxury lodges. In addition, we serve delicious meals, catering for up to 80, in both The Orangery and our outside space, The Walled Terrace.
Your clients can choose between our relaxing Award-Winning Spa or a wander through our extensive grounds whilst our younger visitors will enjoy our children’s Play Barn.
Whitekirk,
North Berwick,
East Lothian,
EH39 5PR
Museum of Lead Mining, Wanlockhead
The Museum of Lead Mining is a unique, treasure house of information about the lead mining industry, active between the 1770s and 1950s. Walk into the extended Lochnell Mine. Learn about the harsh way of life, mining and processing the ore. Our guides will share their knowledge about the social and domestic history on a guided tour of Straitsteps Cottages, as well as the importance of education focussed in the Miners’ Library. Try your hand at gold-panning! Groups by arrangement.
Biggar,
Dumfries and Galloway,
ML12 6UT
Art House Apartments
Art House Apartments provide 8 luxury serviced apartments in Inverness. The apartments provide extremely comfortable and stylish accommodation for your clients, including modern-day essentials such smart TV’s, high speed internet and Nespresso coffee machines. Art House Apartments are just a couple of minutes’ walk from River Ness and further 5 minutes to the centre of Inverness with all of its restaurants, cafes and attractions. For your clients there is ample off-street private(free) parking, including two electric vehicle charge points and mini-bus parking if required.
Inverness,
IV3 5NS
Tour Guide Agent
We are Scotland’s leading tour guide booking agent. We work with the global B2B travel trade industry to source and book quality, accredited tour guides for any and all types of tours, events, and experiences anywhere in Scotland. Our guides deliver the highest quality walking tours, coach tours, driver guided tours and more for FIT, Groups, MICE, VIPs and more.
We believe that picking the perfect guide for a tour is one of the most crucial ingredients in that tour’s success. Our passion lies here, in connecting you with the right guide for your exact requirements.
48 West George Street,
Glasgow,
G2 1BP
Altogether Travel
Scotland’s leading Accessible tourism company. Ideal for elderly and disabled travellers. We can arrange accessible transport, hotels, mobility equipment, accessible bespoke tours, and itineraries for your clients. We are the UK’s only Care registered travel company which means we can supply Care and Travel Companions to support your clients and ensure they have a memorable experience here in Scotland.
Operating since 2011 and won awards for innovation and inclusion.
Glasgow,
G2 3BZ
Edinburgh Food Safari
Edinburgh Food Safari offers two unique-off-the-beaten-track, guided food historical walking tours in the Georgian UNESCO heritage New Town (best of Scottish produce) and a more international themed one on Leith Walk all in the central of Edinburgh. Tours are three hours long – six stops so a substantial lunch. Tour groups are in small numbers; max 10, but can easily accommodate more guests as can increase guides and vary meeting points.
Edinburgh,
EH3 6PP
Market Street Hotel
Situated where Edinburgh’s Old and New Town meet in the heart of the city, Market Street hotel provides an urban escape for the intrepid traveller. As Scotland’s first Design Hotel, contemporary design takes centre stage, with a carefully curated Scottish twist. Think clean minimalist lines and bespoke modern tartans juxtaposed with wooden oak shutters and textured stone walls.
Sitting above the hotel is Nor’ Loft, a rooftop champagne lounge with unrivalled city skyline views, where a tall glass is encouraged any day of the week.
Edinburgh,
EH1 1DE
Dunollie Museum, Castle & Grounds
In Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds your clients can discover is the ancestral home and seat of Clan MacDougall. They can explore our historic grounds, castle ruin ( best view in the region) and visit our museum, shop and garden café.
Situated 1 mile north of Oban ( Western Highlands) with parking suitable for max. 4 coaches onsite, extra parking in town. Site can accommodate 200 people at a time although seating in the café is limited to 40.
Ganavan Road,
Oban,
Argyll,
PA34 5TT
Lanarkshire Larder LTD
Lanarkshire Larder is the regional food and drink group for Lanarkshire. The fertile pastures covering much of Lanarkshire have helped produce some of the country’s best beef, venison, lamb, dairy and cured meats. Throughout the region there are entrepreneurial artisan producers, farm shops, cafes, breweries, distilleries, hospitality venues who are committed to using local produce.
Throughout the region there are quality Farm Shops, Food retail and producers that you can visit and experience the wonderful produce that comes from Lanarkshire.
Lanark,
South Lanarkshire,
ML11 8NF
Johnnie Walker Princes Street
Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s West End, Johnnie Walker Princes Street is an experience like no other, bringing to life the story of the brand and its makers, creating a unique welcome for people from around the world.
The experience, which takes visitors on an immersive journey through the 200-year old history behind the world’s best-selling Scotch whisky, as well as offering world-class food and drink, is hosted across eight floors of the transformed landmark building on one of the Scottish capital’s most famous streets.
The building also features rooftop bars, event space and retail, with an unrivalled selection of exclusive Johnnie Walker Scotch whiskies and merchandise.
We offer preferred rates to Travel Trade and our site is fully accessible.
Edinburgh,
EH2 4BL
Fauhope Country House
Fauhope Country House is a secluded, award winning ‘5 star gold’ B&B near Melrose in the heart of the Scottish Borders, with views that have inspired artists, writers, poets and musicians over the centuries. The house has been renovated with great style and attention to detail, now offering luxurious accommodation that is elegant and inviting. Your clients’ stay will begin with a warm welcome from owners, Sheila and Ian with a sherry or cup of tea in the drawing room.
Gattonside,
Melrose,
Scottish Borders,
TD6 9LU