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.
Royal Highland Hotel
Heritage former Railway Property built 1856 centrally located in Inverness and offering traditional accommodation and dining including afternoon teas and meal stops. Great base to explore local areas. Ideal for individuals or groups.
Inverness,
IV1 1LG
Kingsmills Hotel
Offering 147 luxurious rooms, the Kingsmills Hotel is a premier 4* hotel in Inverness. The hotel is renowned worldwide for its warmth of service and exquisite accommodation. Extensive free parking facilities, high speed Wi-Fi, leisure club, spa, private dining and two restaurant experiences all ensure your guests will be well looked after. Located 10 miles from Inverness Airport.
Contact our dedicated Travel Trade Team to see how we can bring your guests’ Scottish Highlands adventures to life.
Inverness,
Inverness-shire,
IV2 3LP
Ness Walk
The 5-star Ness Walk offers the pinnacle of Highland hospitality to your clients on the banks of the River Ness in Inverness. Multi-award winning, the team deliver ‘emotional luxury’ with warmth and charm. Home to the highly regarded Torrish Restaurant; showcasing the finest local artisan producers, growers and farmers.
Ideal destination for private/bespoke groups and FIT. Offering 47 bedrooms including 2 spectacular suites. Awarded Gold by Green Tourism for Sustainability
Inverness,
Inverness-shire,
IV2 5SQ
Balmoral Arms
This recently refurbished five-star inn, Balmoral Arms sits in the heart of the Victorian village of Ballater, Royal Deeside, a short drive from the Royal Family’s Scottish home at Balmoral Castle. This is a place where nature, heritage and style come together. The inn features luxurious rooms and suites and locally inspired cuisine in the 1852 restaurant and Ghillies Bar. The region offers an outstanding choice of outdoor activities. Nearest airport is Aberdeen. Groups of up to 20 rooms welcome.
Ballater,
Aberdeenshire,
AB35 5RA
Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa
An island retreat, perfect for trips to nearby Staffa and Fingal’s Cave, wildflife spotting, Tobermory and island hopping. 45 minutes ferry ride from Oban, Isle of Mull Hotel & Spa is suitable for FIT and small groups. Many of the hotel’s 75 rooms offer sea views, as does the Sea Deck and Bistro, Oran Na Mara, which offers an array of fresh seafood and other on local produce. Our Driftwood Spa offers a pool, thermal experience, outdoor hut tub and Ishga products.
Isle of Mull,
PA65 6BB
Luxury Hideaways
Situated in between Crieff and Perth with more sites popping up across the UK, our stunning Luxury Glamping pods offer an experience and retreat like no other. A totally new type of experience completed in 2019 embeds you in the heart of nature, offering one of the most romantic getaways in Scotland and the UK. Complete with your very own Hot tub, set on a private lit decking area, a place to truly relax and enjoy each other’s company. All our pods come with a Super King size bed with Egyptian cotton, hot and cold air conditioning, underfloor heating, mood lighting, music system and many other high-tech features making it an exceptionally comfortable place to be in.
PO Box 7679,
PERTH,
Perth and Kinross,
PH2 1JJ
WEST Brewery
Housed in the iconic Templeton building in Glasgow’s biggest park, Glasgow Green, WEST is home to a working brewery and an award-winning bar, restaurant and events space. The only UK brewery to produce all of its artisan beers in accordance with the German Purity Law of 1516, everything we do at WEST can be summed up by our ethos ‘Glaswegian Heart. German Head’, infusing German principles with the renowned Glaswegian spirit. We have two dedicated private spaces and our location makes for an unforgettable event! Your clients can also enjoy a tour of the brewery, which will give them not only a glimpse of how the magic happens but a real flavour for the beer of which we are so proud.
Glasgow Green,
Glasgow,
G40 1AW
Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery
Come and share the Dewar family’s pursuit of whisky perfection in the only distillery they built. Take a tour and explore our interactive exhibition, before a whisky tasting from the John Dewar and & Sons Fine Scotch Whisky Emporium range. Soak up the atmosphere in our welcoming Whisky lounge and cafe. iPad & written guides in ten languages. Open all year.
Aberfeldy,
Perthshire,
PH15 2EB
Orkney Island Tours
Seeking adventures for your guests visiting Orkney? Come share our love of Orkney - it’s amazing! We offer mixed duration, guided, inclusive itineraries for 4 - 44 guests covering Orkney’s main island and many of it’s smaller ones too. Register with us as a Trade Customer to receive a discount booking code and then tap straight into our regular three-season tour offering via our online booking systems or contact Vita and Nic. to discuss year around experiences which suit your client’s needs
Kirkwall,
Orkney,
KW15 1ZL
Rothiemurchus Estate
Step into traditional Highland estate life in one of the most picturesque spots in Scotland. Rothiemurchus is the jewel of the Cairngorms National Park and has been recognized throughout history as a special place for its beauty, magnificent pine forests and abundant wildlife. We can provide luxury tailored experiences for your clients: tours with our Ranger service, meet our Highland cattle, feed the deer, bespoke picnic lunches and a wide range of outdoor activities.
Dell of Rothiemurchus,
Aviemore,
PH22 1QH
Where Stags Roar
A unique selection of 4 star self-catered properties in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. Cosy lodges with roll-top baths and wood-burning stoves perfect for couples or families. Overlooking the golf course, the 4 properties are all presented with meticulous attention to detail and style. Winner of the Highland and Islands Tourism Awards "Best Self-catering Accommodation" category.
Main Street,
Newtonmore,
Highland,
PH20 1DD
Cairn Hotel Group – Stirling Highland Hotel
Set within the beautiful and historic city of Stirling, the Stirling Highland Hotel is a charming Victorian building and former school, which dates back to 1845. Situated a stone’s throw from the city’s medieval castle, this hotel is ideal for those ready to immerse themselves in the history of Gateway to the Scottish Highlands.
Featuring 96 bright and spacious rooms, and a range of modern facilities and amenities including a fascinating working observatory which can be hired for stargazing, spa, a heated indoor pool, gym, squash court, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs.
The hotel is proud to provide unique solutions and spaces to leisure and business guests including groups & tours, FIT, and MICE.
Stirling,
FK8 1DU
Wild at Art Ltd
Small group and bespoke art holidays and retreats – we curate unique experiences that offer your clients inspiring opportunities to get creative while holidaying in Scotland. Covering the whole of Scotland, we work with a growing team of excellent tutors. Activities include drawing and painting, photography, singing, stonecarving, pottery, weaving & more.
Linlithgow,
West Lothian,
EH49 7EL
The Haggis Experience
A unique, entertaining and insightful introduction to haggis, Scotland’s National Dish. Join us on a centrally located working sheep farm and explore the history, folklore and culture which surrounds this iconic food, including links to Robert Burns. Discover how world famous haggis is made, cooked and traditionally presented as well as new diverse contemporary interpretations of this delicious and surprisingly versatile dish. Then more importantly, sample the great taste of haggis. Interactive sessions are available where your clients will get to make their own haggis. Corporate events catered for.
Balfron,
G63 0NA
Anta Scotland Ltd – Fearn
Bring your clients to the Highland pottery and textiles shop of the Scottish interiors company, ANTA, in Fearn, where many of its products are made. There is free easy coach parking and our tearoom seats up to 20 people offering an appetizing selection of homemade soups, scones, teas, coffees and home baked treats.
Tain,
Ross-shire,
IV20 1XW
Cottiscarth Cottages
The complex consists of three cottages built in 2019 to an extremely high standard, offering 1 three-bedroom cottage and two 2 bedroom cottages.
This family run establishment takes pride in making your clients feel welcome with a generous welcome hamper on arrival and stunning views across the Orkney landscape.
Situated alongside a Site of special Scientific Interest and a RSPB bird reserve, your clients can watch Hen Harries hunting over Cottiscarth Dale.
The cottages are also part of an organic farm and your clients are welcome to come along and see the cattle and sheep grazing.
Groups and FIT welcome.
Rendall,
Orkney,
Scotland,
KW17 2PA
The Munro Bagging Company
Our day tours, which include an expert walking guide, equipment hire, packed lunch, and full transportation, can take your clients to climb one of the iconic Scottish munros (mountains over 3,000 feet). We will tailor the climb to your clients requirements and ensure they have a fantastic experience in some of scotland’s most beautiful scenery.
Edinburgh,
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Edinburgh Expert Walking Tours
Give your clients a truly personalised visit to Edinburgh, with a private city walking tour from an
experienced local guide. These fact-based history tours can be fully tailored in theme, route and
content to suit your FIT/small group's needs and interests, from two hours up to a full day.
Edinburgh,
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Garleton Lodge
Our hilltop position offers spectacular panoramic views across the Firth of Forth, Edinburgh & East Lothian including many golf courses along Scotland’s Golf Coast. 30 mins from Edinburgh Airport & City Centre, your guests can relax in our 5-star, 8-bedroom, luxury B&B/small hotel with restaurant, spa, BBQ hut, hot tub & golf facilities. Our restaurant showcases local produce & our bar stocks Scottish gins, whiskies & beers so guests can enjoy the best that Scotland & East Lothian has to offer.
3 West Garleton Holdings,
Haddington,
East Lothian,
EH41 3SL
Shetland Knitting Tutor
Embracing traditional craftsmanship, I help to inspire knitters and crafters by sharing my knitting projects and knitting history. Showing visitors Shetland through my crafting eyes, my landscape and my reflections on my crafting life. For your clients I can offer knitting workshops designed for beginners, intermediate and advanced knitters to learn or refine their knitting methods. Maximum group size is twenty, courses held throughout Shetland, all year round.
Shetland,
ZE2 9JF
Holyrood Distillery
Holyrood Distillery is Edinburgh's first malt whisky distillery for nearly 100 years and is a brand-new visitor attraction, offering a variety of different tours as well as evening hospitality options. Housed in a historic B-listed former railway building, the distillery is just a 20 minute walk from Edinburgh's Royal Mile. With a focus on flavour, tours accommodate up to 22 guests. The distillery takes visitors around the experience with samples of both Gin and Whisky. There are also more in depth tours available on each spirit. Thee is a well stocked shop on site and the visitor ends their tour in the bar which offers stunning views over Holyrood Park. Group rates are available and the site is fully accessible for the disabled please note there is no coach parking but drop off is available nearby.
Edinburgh,
EH8 9SH
Busta House Hotel
Busta House has stood proud over the Busta coastline since the 16th century As Shetland’s leading 3* country house hotel. Ideally situated centrally on Shetland, with easy access from the main A970. We have 22 Comfortable, well appointed & En-suite rooms. We have many years of experience working with many Trade companies from Large Tour groups to FIT.
Shetland,
Scotland,
ZE2 9QN
Highland Auto Campers
We invite your clients to experience the real Scotland in one of our award winning campervans! Located just north of Inverness, at the starting point of the North Coast 500 driving route, and just 30 minutes from Inverness airport, we can arrange transfers from the airport or Inverness railway station.
Muir of Ord,
Inverness,
Highlands,
IV6 7SQ
Araminta Campbell – Luxury Scottish Textiles
Embracing traditional craftsmanship and timeless design, Araminta Campbell creates exceptional textiles that express Scotland’s natural beauty and weaving heritage. From our Edinburgh studio we hand weave our SIGNATURE collection of British alpaca accessories alongside our HERITAGE service for bespoke tweeds and tartans. By appointment through our partners we open our doors to guests from around the world to experience behind-the-scenes of our workshop and source the finest Scottish textiles. Please contact us if you are interested in becoming one of our selected partners.
Edinburgh,
EH6 6JL