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Scotland Tours in June

Visit Scotland in June to experience the British summer and longest daylight hours of the year. Discover breathtaking landscapes, local culture and historical sites on one of these Scotland tours in June and have your itinerary arranged by the local experts at Nordic Visitor.

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VISITING SCOTLAND IN JUNE

Thinking about a Scotland tour in June? We can help!

June is a fantastic time to visit Scotland. It’s the beginning of summer which means you’ll get the most daylight hours of the year and a better chance for good weather. Spend the long summer days exploring Scottish lochs, coasts, castles and hiking trails.

Based in Edinburgh, our travel consultants are passionate about Scotland and will use their knowledge to plan your trip. You could discover the Scottish Highlands and vibrant cities on a self-drive adventure, small group tour, or privately guided vacation.

When you book a trip to Scotland with Nordic Visitor, you get hand-picked accommodation, transportation reservations, daily breakfast and access to our 24/7 helpline. We do everything to make it a stress-free and memorable experience for you.

Get in touch via our live chat or toll-free numbers and we'll happily plan your Scotland adventure.

 

— WHY US?

Why book with Nordic Visitor

  • Hassle-free & seamless travel experience
  • Flexible & customisable tour options
  • Value for your money
  • Professional service from local experts
  • 24/7 emergency helpline during tour

Experience Scotland on a road trip

Explore the Highlands and beyond on a self-drive tour. You do the driving, we handle your accommodations, route planning and any itinerary customisations. Tours come with a hand-marked map, attractions guide and more.

Scotland
Best seller
Self-drive
10 days / 9 nights
4.9
Apr - Oct

Classic Scotland

1884GBP

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10 days / 9 nights
Apr - Oct

Classic Scotland

1884GBP

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Scotland
Best seller
Self-drive
8 days / 7 nights
4.9
Apr - Oct

Scottish Highlands & Isle of Skye

1579GBP

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Best seller
8 days / 7 nights
Apr - Oct

Scottish Highlands & Isle of Skye

1579GBP

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Scotland
Best seller
Self-drive
17 days / 16 nights
4.9
Apr - Oct

Grand Tour of Scotland

3490GBP

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Best seller
17 days / 16 nights
Apr - Oct

Grand Tour of Scotland

3490GBP

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Scotland
Best seller
Self-drive
14 days / 13 nights
4.8
Apr - Oct

Complete Scotland

2865GBP

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Best seller
14 days / 13 nights
Apr - Oct

Complete Scotland

2865GBP

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Visit Scotland on a small group tour

Want to travel with a witty local guide and make some new friends along the way? Check out these guided small group tours, with maximum 16 travellers and transportation in a comfy mini-coach. Departures are 100% guaranteed.

Scotland
10% OFF IN 2024
Best seller
Guided Groups
7 days / 6 nights
4.7
May - Sep

Wonders of Scotland

Pace Level Level 2 (Classic)
Activity Level Level 2 (Moderate)

2672GBP

2405GBP

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10% OFF IN 2024
Best seller
7 days / 6 nights
May - Sep

Wonders of Scotland

2672GBP

2405GBP

GBP

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Scotland
10% OFF IN 2024
Best seller
Guided Groups
10 days / 9 nights
4.8
May - Sep

Highlights of Scotland

Pace Level Level 2 (Classic)
Activity Level Level 2 (Moderate)

4095GBP

3686GBP

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10% OFF IN 2024
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10 days / 9 nights
May - Sep

Highlights of Scotland

4095GBP

3686GBP

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England, Scotland & Wales
10% OFF IN 2024
Guided Groups
12 days / 11 nights
Apr - Oct

Wonders of Britain

Pace Level Level 1 (At Leisure)
Activity Level Level 1 (Easy)

5009GBP

4508GBP

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10% OFF IN 2024
12 days / 11 nights
Apr - Oct

Wonders of Britain

5009GBP

4508GBP

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Scotland & Ireland
10% OFF IN 2024
Guided Groups
14 days / 13 nights
Apr - Oct

Wonders of Ireland & Scotland

5519EUR

4967EUR

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10% OFF IN 2024
14 days / 13 nights
Apr - Oct

Wonders of Ireland & Scotland

5519EUR

4967EUR

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Explore Scotland on a Private Tour

Enjoy more Scottish cultural insights on a privately guided tour with a local driving you around in style. Tours are fully customisable and ideal for those interested in Scotch whisky, Scottish cuisine, Outlander film locations and more.

Scotland
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Privately Guided
10 days / 9 nights
Apr - Oct

Classic Scotland - Private

5847GBP

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10 days / 9 nights
Apr - Oct

Classic Scotland - Private

5847GBP

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Scotland
Privately Guided
14 days / 13 nights
Apr - Oct

Complete Scotland - Private

8831GBP

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14 days / 13 nights
Apr - Oct

Complete Scotland - Private

8831GBP

GBP

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Scotland & Ireland
Privately Guided
14 days / 13 nights
Apr - Oct

Classic Scotland & Ireland - Private

7259GBP

Eur

View map
14 days / 13 nights
Apr - Oct

Classic Scotland & Ireland - Private

7259GBP

GBP

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Scotland
Privately Guided
7 days / 6 nights
Apr - Oct

Scottish Highlands - Private

3734GBP

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7 days / 6 nights
Apr - Oct

Scottish Highlands - Private

3734GBP

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Experience Scotland your way

We have tours for all varieties of travel styles and interests. See our options for exploring Scotland below.

What do our customers say?

The reviews speak for themselves. See what Nordic Visitor travellers said about their experience with us.

Simon,

Highlights of Scotland, October 2020

A very good tour with a great information pack.

A very good tour with good information and map with highlighted attractions and a very good information pack.

Kalli

Express Scotland, October 2019

Absolutely love working with Nordic Visitor!

I have already traveled twice with Nordic Visitor, and am already in the process of booking a third trip! Absolutely love working with you! Every bed and breakfast we stayed at was amazing. The hosts were so welcoming with great suggestions of things to do and places to eat. The rooms were very comfortable, and the amenities were awesome! 

Paul,

Scottish Highlands & Isle of Skye, September 2020

The best holidays we have ever had!

Superb!! Our first ever 'touring' holiday and right up there with the best holidays we have ever had. We are not youngsters, so this was taken on with a bit of trepidation, but were soon put at ease by the sheer quality of accommodation provided along with the superb travel itinerary book (yes, it's that thick and detailed) and map. Even though we often used local recommendations, these became our trusted companions throughout the week - and are now valued reminders of an exceptional holiday - Thankyou Nordic Visitor, we will be back!

Crystal, United States

Classic Scotland & The Orkney islands, September 2019

Wonderful experience!

Thank you so much! Our experience in Scotland was wonderful! We felt prepared for what to expect, particularly as it relates to making dinner reservations on the islands we visited. The food recommendations were excellent , the accommodations were cozy, and the recommendations for sites and attractions greatly appreciated. A special thank you to Agne who answered all my inquiries, helped us make dinner reservations and confirmed all our dates and meeting times - she was a pleasure to work with!  

David,

Classic Scotland, September 2020

Excellent trip

All accommodations were excellent with very friendly hosts. Car rental pickup was very quick and easy and car was excellent. Rebecca was excellent, she took all our requirements and made a personal tour for us. Her attention to detail was excellent.The documents at our first hotel were excellent especially the map with everything marked on for us.

David

Scottish Highlands & Isle of Skye, June 2019

A positive experience, beginning to end!

This tour was a positive experience for us, beginning to end. The planning by Nordic Visitor was complete, thoughtful, and worked flawlessly. Scotland was stunning and most interesting - we just wish we had more time. To Nordic Visitor: Great Job! We'll be back!

Gary, Canada

Scotland Winter World, November 2019

The accommodations, destinations and car were great!

The tour went very well. All the accommodation was excellent. We are very pleased with all the arrangements and communications that we had with Rebecca. The accommodations, destinations and car were great. Our only wish is that we would have had more time at some of the locations. We had a hard time packing it all in!

Jennifer

Express Scotland, July 2019

Nothing but great words to say about Nordic Visitor!

We were thrilled with all of our accommodations. All hosts/hostesses were very friendly and we felt very welcomed. The rental car service was also very good and thorough. And we felt as though everyone had a good working relationship as the businesses had nothing but great words to say about Nordic Visitor so we felt good that everyone was working together to make our visit a great one!

Scotland Travel Guide

Start preparing for your trip by doing some research before your Scottish adventure.

Flights to Scotland

The two biggest international airports in Scotland are in Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, and in Edinburgh, the capital city and usual starting point for Nordic Visitor tours. Flight times to Scotland are, for example, 6.5 hours from New York City and 1.5 hours from London. Major international airlines with flights to Scotland include (but are not limited to) British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta and KLM.

Scotland and the rest of the UK is on GMT time. If your journey to Scotland involves one or more connecting flights, or if you're crossing several time zones to get here, your dedicated Nordic Visitor travel consultant can add extra nights in Edinburgh to your package so you can rest up after arrival.

Please note that flights to Scotland are not included in Nordic Visitor packages.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SCOTLAND IN JUNE

If you want to know more about Scotland tours in June, read on for our expert advice on what it’s like to visit at this time of year. We’re here to answer your most commonly asked questions about what Scotland is like in June.

What are the best things to do in Scotland in June?

Many of Scotland’s amazing attractions are accessible all year long. But as June is a summer month, there are longer opening hours, daylight hours and better weather. This allows you to enjoy and take on more of the fun travel experiences Scotland offers.

Here are the 10 best things to do in Scotland in June:

  • Drive around the beautiful Scottish Highlands
  • Admire the natural scenery, including beautiful beaches
  • Go hiking in the rugged hills and national parks
  • Sail to one or more of the Scottish islands
  • Explore picturesque, ancient ruins and castles
  • Learn about Scotland’s Viking heritage
  • Taste the various whisky flavours and local food
  • Walk along the lochs and glens
  • Immerse yourself in Gaelic culture
  • Visit the buzzing cities, charming towns and fishing villages


What are the most popular events in Scotland in June?

Travel to Scotland in June and you could attend some of the varied events hosted around the country. Why not go along to some Highland games on the weekends, taking place all over Scotland? These involve a series of traditional athletic competitions (with lots of kilts and bagpipes!).

As well as the Highland games, you might like to attend some music concerts, food festivals, sporting events or agricultural shows. There is so much going on up and down the country at this time of year, making June a great month to visit Scotland!

Are there any festivals in Scotland in June?

Take your pick from an array of festivals in Scotland in June. These are the most popular ones:

  • Glasgow International Jazz Festival
  • Edinburgh International Film Festival
  • Eden Festival
  • FyneFest
  • Pride Glasgow
  • Glasgow’s West End Festival
  • Edinburgh’s Leith Festival

What are the best places to visit in Scotland in June?

With fair weather and the longest days of the year, you can see a lot of Scotland in June. Take advantage of these good conditions to get to know its towns, historic sites and natural highlights.

Here are some of the best places to visit in Scotland in June:



What is the weather like in Scotland in June?

June is a summer month in Scotland, so you can usually expect some of the warmest temperatures of the year. On average, there are highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F). You can also get some lovely warm days in the low to mid 20s°C (68°F).

Bear in mind that you might experience all sorts of weather, as Scotland’s climate can be a little unpredictable. It could rain, be windy or very sunny!

What are June temperatures in Scotland?

The average temperatures around the country will be between 8°C (46°F) and 16°C (61°F) in June.

What to wear in Scotland in June?

Like in many of the Nordic countries, Scots have the saying: “There is no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing”.

Since the weather is changeable in Scotland, even in June, we recommend layers. That way you can remove or add clothes depending on the day’s weather. Make sure to bring some lightweight and warm under layers as well as a rain jacket.

What are the daylight hours in June in Scotland?

The summer solstice (Midsummer’s Day) takes place on 20 or 21 June, which is when daylight hours are the longest of the year. This means you’ll enjoy plenty of daytime brightness to explore Scotland to your heart’s content. You can expect 17 to 19 hours of daylight per day in June.

At this time of the month, the sun rises at 4:30 AM and sets at 10 PM in Edinburgh. As you head north, you can expect these hours to stretch out longer. For example, in Lerwick, the capital of Shetland Islands, the sun rises at 3:40 AM and sets at 10:35 PM.



Are there midges in Scotland in June?

Yes, if you’re visiting Scotland during the summer months, you can expect midges to be out and about. Midges are tiny insects that bite, found especially in the Highlands and islands of Scotland. July and August is usually considered the worst period for midges in Scotland.

They are at their most active in the early mornings and evenings. You can try to avoid being outside in the countryside at those times of the day. Or we recommend carrying the Avon Skin-So-Soft body oil spray, the repellent of choice for Britain’s Royal Marines.

Can I see the northern lights in Scotland in June?

In June, it is unlikely you’ll see the northern lights. This is because during the summer months there are few hours of proper darkness. During the winter months, when daylight hours are shorter, it is possible to see the aurora borealis in remote corners of Scotland, but it’s still rare.

For your best chances of spotting the auroras, we recommend heading into the “Northern Lights Belt” between October and March. You could pick a northern lights tour in Iceland, Lapland or Northern Norway.

What should I add to my packing list for Scotland in June?

For a trip to Scotland in June, it is best to be ready for all kinds of weather. From warm days to windy and rainy weather, make sure to pack all the necessary clothing. That way, come rain or shine, you can enjoy the natural beauty of the country.

Here is an essential packing list for your Scotland tour in June:

  • Lightweight layers, including t-shirts, long sleeve shirts, and shorts
  • Warm jumper or fleece
  • Jeans or warm trousers
  • Waterproof jacket or shell layers
  • Insulated jacket
  • Waterproof trousers
  • Wool socks for hiking
  • Sun hat or cap

As well as these essentials, be sure to bring good sturdy hiking boots depending on what activities you may want to enjoy. In addition, you might like to pack an eye mask to help you sleep as the sun rises early in June!



How to tour Scotland in June?

There are various ways to travel on your Scotland tour in June. Depending on your personal tastes and requirements, you could either go for a guided or self-guided vacation.

Road trip around Scotland
June is a fantastic time to visit Scotland on a self-drive tour, which would allow you to stop at the sights you want to see at your own pace. At this time of year, the road conditions are good for touring and you’ll enjoy long daylight hours to drive and explore.

Pick up your rental car from Edinburgh or Glasgow and drive to iconic locations. You could visit St Andrews, Loch Ness, Inverness, the Isle of Skye and Fort William, amongst many more.

Depending on the amount of time you have, there are many options and regions of Scotland you could visit. Do an express tour into the Highlands in 5 days or take 2 to 3 weeks to do a complete tour, including the northern and western isles.

Driving in Scotland is an adventure that you won’t regret! Especially if you book with Nordic Visitor, as we offer collision damage waiver and a 24/7 helpline for emergencies.

Good to note: In Scotland, and the wider UK, motorists drive on the left. If you are not used to this, we recommend hiring an automatic car. Alternatively, you could choose a guided tour instead and have a local expert do all the driving.



Join a small group tour of Scotland
Do you want to leave the driving to someone else? Between May and September, you could opt to join a small group tour. This way you could explore the highlights of the Highlands and the Isle of Skye with like-minded travellers.

A small group tour offers an enriching experience, allowing you to get the most out of your trip thanks to the expertise of a local guide. What’s more, you’ll be travelling alongside 14 people at most, so the trip is still personal for you.



Learn about Scottish history and culture with a private guide
On the other hand, you might prefer to be accompanied by your very own local expert throughout your Scotland experience.

A privately guided tour is one of the most exclusive ways to see Scotland and learn all about this beautiful country. You’ll have your own personal guide to show you the best locations and teach you about the local history.



Whatever tour you pick, you’ll take advantage of all our signature benefits. These include charming accommodation, daily breakfast, transportation, such as car rental and ferries, our Nordic Visitor Scotland Travel Guide, and a hand-marked map with your route and highlights.

You’ll also have activities, like entry to castles and whisky distilleries, included in some packages.

Good to know: Our Scotland itineraries aren’t set in stone. Our Edinburgh-based Scotland experts know the country inside out. They’ll help you see the country your way, tailoring your itinerary and adding all the best excursions to suit you.



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Whether you travel independently or with a guide in your Nordic Visitor package, you will receive personalised service from a designated travel consultant and high-quality travel documents. What's more, all self-drive clients receive a hand-marked map that outlines the driving route, overnights and highlights along the way. Travel with ease knowing that Nordic Visitor has close professional relationships with local service providers, which are carefully selected by our staff for their consistently high standards.

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