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.
INTX – Excellence in Travel
INTX have over 25 years’ experience in the transportation industry.
From golf tours and airport transfers to multi-day conferences; we are available to ensure that no matter where your clients need us, they arrive at their desired destination with efficiency and according to their itinerary.
Our chauffeur hire and coach hire services as well as expert knowledge of transport coordination have helped strengthen our position as one of the Scotlands’ top transport providers.
9 Newton Place,
Glasgow,
G3 7PR
Bothies & Bannocks
Bothies & Bannocks provides bespoke, guided tours, cookery classes and outdoor experiences in Aberdeenshire, Moray and Cairngorms national park.
Abereen Airport – 45 minutes
Edinburgh Airport – 2.5hrs
We also provide a range of transport services including a specialist adventure sports transport service, carrying your clients and kit to and from their adventures.
Let us share our passion for Scotland’s finest food, landscape and culture with your clients.
We cater for FIT’s and small groups from 1 -16 people.
Bellwood Drive,
Aboyne,,
AB34 5QG
The Resident Edinburgh
The Resident Edinburgh, located in the city’s thriving New Town and West End district, a neighbourhood known for its Georgian architecture. With 164 elegant rooms ranging from sleek Standard Rooms to expansive Junior Suites, featuring panoramic views across the city’s characterful skyline and even a glimpse of Edinburgh Castle.
Guests can relax in a series of stylish shared spaces including a lounge and reading room to enjoy a drink, catch up on work or meet up with people.
Edinburgh,
EH3 7UG
Summerhall Distillery
Housed within the historic walls of the old Vet college of the University, Dick's Vet, our distillery provides a unique and immersive setting for gin and whisky enthusiasts to experience our offerings. Our gin and whisky experiences are designed to delight visitors, whether they are locals or from far away.
Our offerings go beyond just tastings. We believe in the power of storytelling and history, and we incorporate these elements into our experiences. Our knowledgeable guides will take the visitors through the fascinating history of gin and whisky in Edinburgh and Scotland through the ages.
Edinburgh,
EH1 9PH
Perth Museum
Perth Museum is a new £26.5 million refurbishment of a beautiful historic building in Perth City, featuring a purpose-built interior designed to house the Stone of Destiny, the most powerful surviving symbol of Scotland’s royal history.
Opening spring 2024, the museum offers visitors a 5*, accessible experience inspiring them to explore Scotland’s past through its display of exceptional objects ranging from fine and decorative art to items representing natural & social history, and world cultures.
Perth Museum will feature a programme of unique experiences for DMCs, groups and FITs, including private guided tours of the museum and the Stone out with normal opening hours.
St John’s Place,
Perth,
PH1 5SZ
Lost Loch Spirits
We are a craft distillery based in Royal Deeside, Aberdeenshire. We specialise in small batch spirits made with natural products such as our whisky liqueur and Scotland’s first absinthe. We offer tours and tastings which are perfect for FIT and group travellers. There is a large car park.
Aboyne,
Aberdeenshire,
AB34 5BD
Edinburgh Food Tour
For a decade, we have offered public, private and luxury tailored food and drinks experiences. Aside from public tours which you can send your guests to, we do private and bespoke experiences for groups as small as 2.
We introduce guests to traditional but contemporary Scottish food and drink (whisky, gin, beer etc) focusing on provenance and passion for the food. We couple this with an informative but light introduction to Edinburgh’s history and how that influenced our culinary landscape.
Third Floor, 3 Hill Street,
Edinburgh,
EH2 3JP
Italian Chapel
The Italian Chapel is a highly ornate Catholic chapel on Lamb Holm in the Orkney Islands. It was built during World War II by Italian prisoners of war, who were housed on the previously uninhabited island while they constructed the Churchill Barriers to the east of Scapa Flow. Small Groups and FIT welcome, parking, open all year.
Lambholm,
Orkney,
KW17 2SF
Barrier View Cafe@Celina Rupp Jewellery
More than just an Orkney café. Aside from our amazing home-made meals and freshly-baked sweet treats, we have an extra special something up our sleeve. Barrier View Café features stunning solid silver jewellery incorporating semi-precious gemstones, all hand-crafted by Orkney jeweller, Celina Rupp.
Your guests can sit and relax with a coffee & scone, overlooking the Churchill Barriers, down towards The Italian Chapel. Plus browse the retail area with jewellery and crafts which make ideal gifts! Parking, groups welcome, open all year.
Holm,
Orkney,
KW17 2RU
Ayre Hotel
With over 60 rooms, The Ayre Hotel is one of the largest in Orkney, located in the capital Kirkwall. Your guests can relax with a pre-dinner drink in the newly refurbished lounge bar or dine in the Orcadian Restaurant & Bar, serving local produce where possible. Group & FIT rates available. Parking. Ideally situated for ferry & bus links. Visitor Information Centre just a short walk from the hotel.
Kirkwall,
Orkney,
KW15 1QX
Graham’s Orkney Tours
Graham’s Orkney Tours is a new tour guiding service based in Kirkwall, Orkney. As an Orcadian and high school History teacher, I am uniquely placed to share my passion for and knowledge of the history, culture, and heritage of these wonderful islands with clients in my own comfortable 8-seater vehicle.
We offer a variety of small group tours or private, personal tours tailored to your clients’ wishes and interests.
Tours often include mystery detours: your clients can enjoy some of my favourite haunts often off the beaten track.
Carness Road,
Kirkwall,
KW15 1UE
Scotland Folk Tours
We’re a tour operator who specializes in bringing music lovers from all over the world to Scotland to enjoy the traditional folk music scene, led by notable North American musicians - often the two playing together, this sees the blending of musical genres. Our tours include cultural events, activities, walking tours, visits to historical sites, local dining experiences along with the near nightly private concerts. We promote Scotland’s unique sound while supporting local musicians and small businesses. Tours begin and end within 45 minutes of Glasgow or Edinburgh Airport."
Touch,
Stirling,
FK8 3AH
Coeur Sauvage Ltd
Our foraging courses encompass the most sought after activities - food and outdoor activities. We predominantly operate in the central belt, offering terrestrial and coastal foraging experiences within 20 to 30 min from Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Our courses are safe, suitable for average mobility guests onwards and can host up to 15 guests per event. Guests can attend our pre-designed and pre-scheduled courses although we offer bespoke foraging opportunities as per guests requirements.
Barnsford Road,
Paisley,
PA3 3AZ
Aberdeenshire Sheepdogs
Aberdeenshire Sheepdogs offers a unique opportunity to experience sheepdogs at work. Join us as we share our experiences working Border Collies and stories about life on a sheep farm. You will meet the dogs and have the opportunity to see them at work, gaining first hand experience of what it’s like to work with these intelligent and highly skilled animals.
Udny,
Aberdeenshire,
AB41 6SJ
Trossachs Ebike Tours
Clients can explore dramatic lochside and mountain scenery in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, letting ebikes take the strain on a 28-mile, virtually traffic-free route! Basic level of fitness required. Small groups (2–6 people, age 14+) and FIT are accompanied by a friendly local guide and will hear about Clan legends, Victorian history, Outlander locations, folklore and nature. Easy drive from Glasgow (1 ¼ hr) and Edinburgh (1 ¾ hr) with ample paid parking at Trossachs Pier.
Callander,
Perthshire,
FK17 8HZ
BWH | Hotels Great Britain
Covering the length and breadth of Great Britian, our 160 - group friendly hotels are brilliantly different, each with their own unique style. From Castles and coaching Inns with breathtaking views. Whether you are looking for a lively city location, traditional seaside town or peaceful rural escape, we know how important it is to find the right hotel. BWH Hotels is a leading global hospitality enterprise comprised of three hotel companies including WorldHotels™, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts and SureStay Hotels®
Amy Johnson Way, Clifton Moor,
York,
YO30 4GP
W Edinburgh
W Edinburgh does more than put you at the centre of Scotland’s historic and culturally rich capital city, it immerses you in the spirit of the festival capital of the world. Unique rooms and suites that are anything but expected. Breath-taking dining and specialty bars bring inspired new flavours to the city from our signature restaurant SUSHISAMBA and intimate cocktail bar, Joao’s Place, to our W Lounge and unique rooftop deck with the finest 360-degree views of Edinburgh and beyond.
Edinburgh,
EH1 3AX
Marmalade Hotel
Set majestically in mature gardens, commanding views over the village of Portree, the loch and the Cuillin Mountains you will find Marmalade, the perfect location to enjoy everything Skye has to offer.
Each room offers bold statement styles with Nespresso coffee machines, Bose sound systems and 300 thread count sheets. The hotel, only a 5-minute walk away from the centre of Portree, sits up high in a quiet area with breath-taking views of the coastlines.
Portree,
Isle of Skye,
IV51 9LX
Maynes Coaches Ltd
We are an award winning, family-run coach company who have successfully operated in the North East of Scotland since 1947. Our dedicated team offers luxury transport for all occasions from bespoke tours to sporting events with experienced drivers working from our depots in Buckie, Elgin and Orkney. No matter your travel requirements our experienced team is available to help craft your itinerary and our 100% Euro6, ‘Green Tourism’ awarded fleet is there to help you discover the best of Scotland.
4 March Road West,
Buckie,
AB56 4BU
Glencoe House
The Glencoe House Suites are situated in the mansion house. One or two-bedroom suites are available all boasting lavish bathrooms and a substantial sitting room, which encompasses an array of period features.
A distinguishing feature of the Glencoe House suites is the unique dining experience. Breakfast and a candle lit three-course dinner are served at your private dining room table located in your suite
The Strathcona Lodges at Glencoe House reside in a characterful building located just 50 metres from the mansion house. The Strathcona lodges contains 6 x one-bedroom suites where the ground floor comprises a comfortable sitting room with a wood-burning stove, a fully equipped kitchen complete with Range Oven and a luxurious bathroom
Glencoe,
West Highlands,
PH49 4HT
The Bosville
The Bosville is contained within a trio of 19th-century cottages that have been lovingly restored and converted. Switch off from the daily grind and coorie up in one of our 20 relaxed rooms.
Our refined but cosy accomodation is situated right in the centre of Portree, opposite the harbour with some of the best views in town. Downstairs we have our lively award-winning Dulse & Brose restaurant and Merchant Bar filled with residents and non-residents alike
Portree,
Isle of Skye,
IV51 9DG
Bracken Hide
The Bracken Hide is a wilderness hotel consisting of 27 en-suite Hides scattered across the hillside with stunning views of Portree. The hotel benefits from a more remote location but is also walking distance from the town of Portree.
On-site there is the hub which consists of a superb restaurant, a Whisky bar and a lounge
Struan Road,
Portree,
Isle of Skye,
IV51 9EG
Cairn Hotel Group – The Station Hotel Aberdeen
The Station Hotel Aberdeen with 120 bedrooms, built in 1890, is a late period Victorian building that fuses traditional décor and furnishings with modern in-room amenities. Including a bar, lounge and brasserie that uses seasonal and locally sourced produce to create dishes steeped with traditional Scottish flavors.
Conveniently located, the hotel is close to the main shopping street and within walking distance to some of the city's most popular tourist attractions, such as the botanical gardens, the various museums, and stunning parks.
The hotel is proud to provide unique solutions and spaces to leisure and business guests including groups & tours, FIT, and MICE.
Aberdeen,
Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire,
AB11 6GN
Cairn Hotel Group – Holiday Inn Aberdeen West
Ideally located, the Holiday Inn Aberdeen West offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. The hotel has amply coach & car parking and features 86 modern bedrooms. It is proud to provide unique solutions and spaces to leisure and business guests including groups & tours, FIT, and MICE.
Just 10 minutes from Aberdeen Airport. At Holiday Inn® Aberdeen West hotel, you're a 20-minute drive from the sights of central Aberdeen and close to many historical sights, as well as diverse shopping. Stunning Cairngorms National Park is 30 minutes away, and you’re within easy reach of the Grampian region’s castles and whisky trails.
Aberdeen,
Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire,
AB32 6TT