Scotland Honeymoon Packages

1. Edinburgh: Edinburgh is one of the most romantic places to include in your Scotland honeymoon packages. Complete with verdant greenery, hilly terrains and a serene ambience, the capital city of Scotland also boasts of a rich history. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is known for its wide array of sightseeing attractions, summer festivals, natural wonders as well as a vibrant nightlife, among other things. From a single day to multiple days, you can enjoy a lot of things in Edinburgh during your honeymoon.

2. Glasgow: One of the best places to visit during your honeymoon in Scotland is the city of Glasgow. Considered to be amongst the most exciting cities in the country, Glasgow is home to 20 unique and fascinating museums, such as the Riverside Museum, the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and more, in addition to numerous attractions related to culture, food and nightlife. If you and your spouse love to shop, Glasgow is the place to be, since it is one of the best shopping destinations in the entire United Kingdom. Some of the attractions that you can explore here include the Glasgow Cathedral, the Lighthouse, Buchanan Street, Glasgow Botanic Gardens and more.

3. St. Andrews: Your Scotland honeymoon tour packages are incomplete without a visit to the stunning city of St. Andrews. For couples interested in golf, this city is the best place. Known for its golf courses, in addition to ancient streets, historic buildings, and more, St. Andrews is also quite easy on the pockets. Seamlessly blending a vibrant culture with arts and the age-old Celtic charm, this city is also great for fun-filled picnics and romantic strolls with your significant other. When visiting St. Andrews, do visit the St. Andrews Castle and Cathedral, along with the Old Golf Course, Swilcan Bridge, the University of St. Andrews and the Craigtoun Country Park for a more unique experience.

4. Inverness: Yet another one of the beautiful cities in Scotland, Inverness is known for its Old Town Cathedral, the ancient Inverness Castle and the famous Gellions Bar, along with other attractions. It is in this city where you can see the pristine Ness River join with Moray Firth, offering a stunning natural view. For adventure buffs, Inverness is great to explore the many prehistoric sites and ancient ruins by trekking and hiking. You can also enjoy cycling or taking romantic walks along the many canals, lakes and forests here. For a more relaxed experience, you can indulge in shopping in the 19th century Victorian-era marketplaces here, or a romantic boat ride in the Loch Ness.

5. Aviemore: Stop at the quaint town of Aviemore in your Scotland honeymoon packages and experience the Scottish Highlands at its best. Known as the home of the popular Cairngorms National Park, this town is one of the best places in the country to indulge in outdoor sports such as skiing, mountain trails, trekking, hiking, camping, canoeing and more. Surrounded by lush forests and beaches, Aviemore also offers serene views of snow-capped mountains, pristine lakes and natural wonders. You can also visit some of the main attractions of Aviemore during your honeymoon, including the Cairngorm Brewery, the Strathspey Steam Railways, Loch an Eilein and more.

6. Harris: If you wish to visit a place that is not only romantic, but also quite serene, unspoilt and unexplored, then Harris is the place that you should go to. Offering unparalleled beauty amidst pristine waters and lush landscapes of Scotland, Harris is a Hebridean island that is home to several stunning beaches, like the Scrista and Luskentyre beach, majestic mountains and the 16th century St. Clément’s Church. You can also explore the island like a local and visit some of its major attractions, including the Isle of Harris Distillery, Eilean Glas Lighthouse, the Seilebost Beach, Seaforth Island and Golden Road, among others.

7. Skye: Head over to the huge and beautiful island of Skye during your Scotland honeymoon packages and soak in pure tranquillity and serenity with your loved one. This is the largest island in the Scottish archipelago of Inner Hebrides and is famous all over the country for its fishing villages, ancient castles, rugged landscapes and age-old architectural wonders. Exuding an old-world charm, couples visiting the island can also enjoy local traditional delicacies here, along with exploring attractions like the Dunvegan Castle and Gardens, the Eilean Donan, the Neist Point Lighthouse, Armadale Castle, etc.

8. Dunfermline Abbey: Do you and your spouse love history? Then head over to the ancient Dunfermline Abbey during your Scottish honeymoon. Dating back to the early 1100s, this abbey in Fife, Scotland, is the final resting place of many medieval kings, queens as well as a saint. The Dunfermline Abbey is also the place where King Malcolm III and Princess Margaret were said to be married, and this is where the loving royal couple were laid to rest in a shrine after they passed away. As of today, the abbey is one of the most famous places in Scotland to get married. Newlywed couples also visit the abbey to seek their blessings for a happy married life.

9. Loch Lomond: The next stop in your Scotland honeymoon tour packages should be one of the most loved and famous lakes of the country, Loch Lomond. Located in the Trossachs National Park in the Stirling area of the Central Highlands in Scotland, Loch Lomond is the largest inland body of water (by surface area) in all of Great Britain. In addition to enjoying a fun-filled picnic or a romantic stroll near its banks, you and your significant other can also enjoy boating, camping or golfing here.

10. Glenfinnan: For couples who are also history buffs, a visit to the old Scottish hamlet of Glenfinnan is a must. Located in the Scottish Highlands, this village is the site of the Jacobite rising of 1745. You can also find an 18-metre-tall monument at the head of Loch Shiel which commemorates the event in the village. For a more unique and exciting experience, you can also avail the Jacobite Steam Train service here, which has been featured in the popular Harry Potter films as the Hogwarts Express.

The best time to visit Scotland is during the summer months of June to August in the region. Whilst the other months are great for a visit too, the months of June, July and August are the warmest, with clear skies, extended daylight and pleasant weather. Therefore, these months are great for sightseeing and other tourist activities.

By Air: The best way to reach Scotland is by air. There are several European flights that fly to Scotland from almost all of the major cities in the world. In addition to direct flights, many airlines also offer connecting flights to Scotland via international London, Amsterdam, Paris or Frankfurt. Flights generally fly to the major airports in the country, such as the Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow International Airport, Aberdeen International Airport, etc. Some of the major airlines that fly to Scotland include British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Eastern Airways, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and others.

It typically takes around 3 weeks to get a visa to Scotland after the application procedure is completed. However, it is advised to apply for a visa at least 3 months before you plan to travel.

The cost for a tourist visa in Scotland is GBP 87, which is roughly equal to around INR 8,900.

Yes, food can be a little on the expensive side in Scotland. While the prices tend to vary in different regions around the country, the average cost of food in Scotland can range between GBP 30 to GBP 50 per day. This is equal to around INR 3,000 to INR 5,000 per day.

Yes, people with Indian passports require a visa for traveling to Scotland. One can stay in Scotland for up to 6 months with a Standard Visitor Visa.

On an average, you can expect to spend anywhere between GBP 1,500 to GBP 2,000 in Scotland for a week. This equals to INR 1,53,000 to INR 2,00,000 for a week in Scotland, and includes meals, local transportation as well as accommodation.