RV rental in Scotland

Why is it worth booking a camper rental in Scotland early?

Take two or three weeks in an RV rental in Scotland, and you'll have time to enjoy much of the dramatic Scottish countryside and coastline. Spend a few days exploring the historic heritage and culture of Edinburgh or Glasgow before heading to the highlands and beyond. See if you can spot Nessie in Loch Ness before heading up to Inverness or do a spot of island-hopping to Shetland, Orkney, and the Hebrides. The best seasons for enjoying a road trip in a campervan in Scotland are spring and summer (late April until early September). As these peak periods are very popular, CamperDays recommends arranging your camper hire in Scotland up to three months before you travel. This way not only do you get the type of vehicle and the dates you want but a good price deal as well. If you have any queries before you book, contact the CamperDays friendly customer service team. With your home on wheels, you save on hotel, car hire, and restaurant bills making your vacation in a campervan in Scotland excellent value for money. You also benefit from fair and transparent cancellation conditions and no extra charges if you need to rearrange your vacation dates.

Valuable Tips for Your Holiday in Scotland

If you want to avoid the colder and wetter conditions of most of the year, the best time to visit Scotland is May through September. However, you can avoid the crowds and still benefit from the sunshine if you rent a campervan in Scotland during May, June or September.

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  Hiking

  Given the milder weather, the best time to hike in Scotland is May to September. During the summer, you can safely take longer and more intense walking and climbing routes as the snow has melted. Fort William makes a great starting point for trips up Ben Nevis, Scotland's highest mountain.

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  Beaches

  Thanks to weather conditions during autumn and winter, it is often forgotten that Scotland is home to many beautiful beaches. The best time to explore these is from May to September, as the weather is more agreeable. Dunnet Bay is the most Northern point on the British mainland and is one we recommend.

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  Sightseeing

  The best time to visit Scotland and see as many sights as possible is May, June, September, or October. During these months, the days are longer, and most businesses are open. July and August offer excellent weather conditions but are much busier, and the crowds may be an issue at the more famous landmarks and locations. We recommend heading to Edinburgh and Glasgow as they are not far apart from each other.

Best campervan routes around Scotland

Glencoe to Fort William
Glencoe to Fort William is one of the most iconic routes to hire a campervan in Scotland. The drive from Glencoe to Fort William takes around 25 minutes and covers 16.3 miles of inspirational scenery. Most of the route involves driving along the A82, and there are many great Munros to stop at and tackle along the way if you are interested.

Glasgow to Machrihanish
Follow the road from Glasgow to Machrihanish for a spellbinding route from the most popular city in the country to one of the most secluded and dazzling destinations. Take the A82 from central Glasgow and wind past the beautiful and pristine waters of Loch Lomond before joining the A83 for a three-hour journey that has been named by many simply as “the long and winding road” and is considered among the most scenic routes in the United Kingdom.

Traffic Laws in Scotland

• Remember that they always drive on the left of the road. Stay left when starting or when turning onto one road from another. When entering a roundabout, you should always give way to the traffic approaching from the right.

• You must remember to give way to traffic coming from the right.

• The speed limit in built-up and residential areas usually is 30 mph, but it is often 20 mph. On a single carriageway, it is 60 mph, and on motorways, it is 70 mph. Any changes to the speed limits will be signposted. In places where there are no signposts, the national speed limit applies.

• Be aware that wildlife is found throughout Scotland, and you could encounter wildlife species and farm animals when you hire a motorhome in Scotland.

Some of Scotland’s best sights

Scotland is famous for fantastic scenery, lively cities, friendly hospitality and rich culture. Below we have put together a small list of some of the best sights to visit:

Edinburgh Castle

• This world-famous castle is the landmark of the Scottish capital.

• The oldest surviving building, St Margaret's Chapel, was built in the 12th century.

• It was built on an extinct volcano called Castle Rock.

• It is best to book your tickets online in advance to visit Edinburgh Castle.

Loch Lomond

• Loch Lomond is Britain’s largest lake.

• It lies in the middle of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park and it is an ideal destination for water sports and hiking.

• During the warmer months there is water-skiing, cycling, kayaking or boat trips etc.

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

• The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum has one of the largest art collections in Europe and entry is free of charge.

• It has 22 galleries displaying a range of exhibits including some temporary exhibitions.

• One of the most famous paintings on display is the masterpiece The Christ of St John of the Cross by Salvador Dalí.

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