Increasingly, many holidaymakers would prefer to abandon their car, and take things at a different pace. But if the thought of coordinating train and ferry timetables in Scotland seems daunting, you’d be right! That’s why we’ve carefully designed and created holidays that are ideal for independent travellers who want to experience Scotland without their car – but also without hassle.

Many of these are adapted versions of our popular self-drive holidays, while others are specifically designed for the non-driver.
By definition your experience will be very different, you will be more restricted in some ways as to what you can see, but in other ways travelling without a car can be a liberating experience, and forward planning is even more important.

That's where we come in!

McKinlay Kidd holidays without the car

• Whale watching - Short break on the Isle of Mull including a full day's whale watch with an experienced marine biologist.
• Mull Wildlife Experience - Our most popular wildlife holiday; a complete immersion in both land & sea-based wildlife activities.
• Land on the Sand on Barra - A landing you'll never forget & and equally memorable welcome await you on this island of endless beaches.
• Treasured Islands - Island hop from Mull to the island gems of Iona & Colonsay.
• Round Scotland by train - 7 nights, especially for those 'car less' travellers looking to experience the authentic Scotland independently. Includes the scenic West Highland Line & a first class trip on the Jacobite Steam Train from Fort William to Mallaig.
• West Highland Line Experience - 2 nights, based in the West Highlands, including a full day trip on the Jacobite Express Steam Train, travelling the famous West Highland Line.
• Highland Walking Break - A 3 night walking break in the dramatic wilderness of Lochalsh, including a day’s private guided walking to suit your proficiency.
• Edinburgh & Highlands Romantic Break by Rail - Romantic 2 centre break for looking to contrast stylish Edinburgh with the serenity & peace of the Highlands without taking the car. 3 nights.
• Edinburgh & The Tattoo - A 2 or 3 night stay in one of our hand-picked, centrally located, 4 star hotels Edinburgh, together with top price stand tickets for one of the most spectacular & atmospheric events in the world.
• Edinburgh Festival Experience – 3 nights to enjoy Edinburgh during Festival season in a unique aparthotel conveniently positioned for Festival venues. Includes the ‘Edinburgh Festivals Passport’ – a new pass to help you discover the best possible Edinburgh Festivals experience.
• See Scotland Simply – A 3 night tour for those looking to pack as much as possible into a few days. Includes a guided tour of Edinburgh and a choice of guided day tours in a small group to explore Scotland further – ‘Scotland in a Day’,’Lomond, The Trossachs & Stirling Castle’ or ‘St Andrews & the  Fishing Villages of Fife’.