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Grand Tour of Scotland by Train by Lloyd and Marian, 4 Oct 2024
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Excellent Rail Tour of Scotland

Starting in Glasgow, we toured Scotland for three weeks using Scotrail as the primary transportation... Accommodations, other transportation and organized tours at various locations were all arranged for us and without exception were first class. We also had recommendations for dining and activities at each stop which we used extensively... We saw so much but never felt any stress about the trip... it was truly a vacation for us.

Starting in Glasgow, we toured Scotland for three weeks using Scotrail as the primary transportation... Accommodations, other transportation and organized tours at various locations were all arranged for us and without exception were first class. We also had recommendations for dining and activities at each stop which we used extensively... We saw so much but never felt any stress about the trip... it was truly a vacation for us.

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McKinlay Kidd organized the entire trip for us, with the exception of a couple of 'extra' days that we added in where we looked after our itinerary.... They were very flexible in making the days work for us and ensuring that we were well looked after... Their app that was our online guide was fabulous, it even gave us weather forecasts! We did run into other "McKinlay Kidd" folks as we travelled, but throughout the trip it seemed to be a tour for just us... We didn't run into any issues where we needed anything changed/updated but did appreciate knowing that support was always there.

McKinlay Kidd by Murray Angus, Ottawa, Canada, 4 Oct 2024
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Car-free Scotish Island Hopping

It was excellent from beginning to end. The staff at M-K were very pleasant and personal to deal with right from the beginning, and always accessible. All the arrangements, whether for trains, buses, ferries, and taxis, were perfectly executed. The accommodation was great, and the personal tour on Skye was excellent. The whole trip was a wonderful experience and left us with memories we'll enjoy for the rest of our lives. Thanks to the staff ...

It was excellent from beginning to end. The staff at M-K were very pleasant and personal to deal with right from the beginning, and always accessible. All the arrangements, whether for trains, buses, ferries, and taxis, were perfectly executed. The accommodation was great, and the personal tour on Skye was excellent. The whole trip was a wonderful experience and left us with memories we'll enjoy for the rest of our lives. Thanks to the staff of M-K !

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Grand Tour of Scotland by Train by Big Stu, 3 Oct 2024
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A very memorable experience

The Grand Train Tour of Scotland organized by McKinlay Kid is excellent, every day you experience something new and exciting, excursions and accommodation were first-rate and very well-organized.

The Grand Train Tour of Scotland organized by McKinlay Kid is excellent, every day you experience something new and exciting, excursions and accommodation were first-rate and very well-organized.

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Very organized and always there if there is the slightest problem or enquiry. A very professional and caring tour operator.

Grand Tour of Scotland by Train by Karen, 3 Oct 2024
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Grand Tour of Scotland by Rail

We had a wonderful travel experience throughout Scotland. The weather was fabulous, our accommodation and hosts were all excellent, and traveling by train was an stress-free way to see the country. McKinley Kidd did an excellent job of coordinating every aspect of the trip, right down to a minor glitch our last day of travel. I would highly recommend using their expertise.

We had a wonderful travel experience throughout Scotland. The weather was fabulous, our accommodation and hosts were all excellent, and traveling by train was an stress-free way to see the country. McKinley Kidd did an excellent job of coordinating every aspect of the trip, right down to a minor glitch our last day of travel. I would highly recommend using their expertise.

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McKinleyKidd did an excellent job for group of 6 travelers.

Classic Round Scotland by Train by Fargo, 1 Oct 2024
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A non tour tour.

Everything was arranged for us but we were on our own. We loved our time in S.

Everything was arranged for us but we were on our own. We loved our time in S.

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McKinly Kidd does all of the work setting up rooms transportation excursions etc. You are on your own on this non tour.

McKinlay Kidd responded to this review on 05 Nov 2024:

We are delighted that you enjoyed this example of our self-guided trips, which have been popular options for many years.

McKinlay Kidd responded to this review on 05 Nov 2024:

We are delighted that you enjoyed this example of our self-guided trips, which have been popular options for many years.

We do also offer fully escorted train tours for those who prefer that of course.

Grand Tour of Scotland by Train by Juice, 30 Sep 2024
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Touring the Scottish Highlands by rail

Our first time in Scotland and we decided not to drive and instead took the railway tour. Was very happy with McKinley kids selection of accommodations extra tours and overall area of Scotland.

Our first time in Scotland and we decided not to drive and instead took the railway tour. Was very happy with McKinley kids selection of accommodations extra tours and overall area of Scotland.

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I started with a Victoria but Lucy helped us during her actual tour with a couple of glitches. Very happy they answered lots of questions and I felt prepared and ready to go ahead of time

McKinlay Kidd by Windswept, 27 Sep 2024
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Wild Life and Wildlife

A week on Lewis and Harris. The Callanais stones, a Blackhouse village and a ruined Broch. Golden eagles, a school of dolphins and much more. A storm cancelled a trip out to Kilda but provided some spectacular waves

A week on Lewis and Harris. The Callanais stones, a Blackhouse village and a ruined Broch. Golden eagles, a school of dolphins and much more. A storm cancelled a trip out to Kilda but provided some spectacular waves

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A small firm that know their area well, provide you with all the logistics wrapped up and leave you to enjoy the holiday. We have been with McKinlay Kidd before and will do so again

McKinlay Kidd by Andy, 27 Sep 2024
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Guided tour of Outer Hebrides

We had excellent guides driving the 3 of us through the islands from Vatersay and Barra north to Lewis . We were blessed with brilliant weather .

We had excellent guides driving the 3 of us through the islands from Vatersay and Barra north to Lewis . We were blessed with brilliant weather .

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McKinley Kidd were always ready to consult about our tour and had the information to hand .

Grand Tour of Scotland by Train by Joy, 25 Sep 2024
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Grand Tour of Scotland by Train

The 14 day tour captured the key gems of Scotland incorporating a number of islands - Isle of Staffa, Iona, Mull, Skye and Orkney. The tour was comprehensive and well balanced from a time perspective underpinned by quality organisation, research, accommodation and content including back up plans in the event of adverse weather.

The 14 day tour captured the key gems of Scotland incorporating a number of islands - Isle of Staffa, Iona, Mull, Skye and Orkney. The tour was comprehensive and well balanced from a time perspective underpinned by quality organisation, research, accommodation and content including back up plans in the event of adverse weather.

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McKinlay and Kidd delivered a highly professional and value packed tour backed up with great communication, support and flexibility. It was evident that McKinlay and Kidd have a great and respectful relationship with their service providers that was evident at all times during the tour.

McKinlay Kidd by Jimmie, 25 Sep 2024
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Scotland West Highlands by rail and Islands by Ferries and bus

Really enjoyed the small group we had and found the Highlands and Islands just out of this world. What a great time and try[

Really enjoyed the small group we had and found the Highlands and Islands just out of this world. What a great time and try[

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Andrew Simpson was a very helpful, knowledgeable and .accessible guide.