Mixed Fishing & Touring Vacation in Scotland

Private Fishing and Touring Holidays in Scotland

Bespoke Scottish vacations for couples, combining fishing, history, culture and the freedom to explore.

Discover Scotland with a private guide who knows the country, its people and its lesser-known places.

Our fishing and touring holidays combine guided fishing with sightseeing, local history and carefully selected accommodation. Each itinerary reflects your interests, allowing you to experience Scotland at your own pace.

These private tours are particularly suited to couples who want to share a Scottish adventure, even if only one enjoys fishing.

We arrange accommodation, transport, fishing permits and activities. Meanwhile, your personal guide takes care of the driving and helps you discover places beyond the usual tourist routes.

Every tour is different, and we plan yours around you.

A Different Way to Experience Scotland

Scotland offers much more than its famous castles and well-known visitor attractions.

Our tours explore historic towns, quiet Highland glens, ancient woodlands and some of Scotland’s most beautiful rivers and lochs.

Along the way, you’ll discover local history, meet Scottish people and experience places that larger organised tours often overlook.

You might spend a morning salmon fishing on a Highland river. Afterwards, explore a historic castle, visit a local distillery or enjoy lunch overlooking a sea loch. Alternatively, one guest can enjoy a guided fishing day while their partner explores nearby attractions.

Above all, the itinerary remains flexible. We adapt activities to your interests, the weather and local conditions.

A Scottish Fishing and Touring Holiday for Couples

You don’t both need to fish to enjoy this experience.

We regularly arrange private Scottish vacations for couples with different interests. One person might enjoy fly fishing, while the other prefers photography, history, walking or sightseeing.

Where practical, we can arrange separate activities or create days you can enjoy together.

Our professional fishing guides provide equipment and instruction, making fishing accessible to beginners and experienced anglers alike.

Depending on the season and location, fishing opportunities can include Atlantic salmon, wild brown trout, pike and coastal species.

Explore Scotland with Experienced Local Guides

Our team includes professional fishing guides, Scottish Tourist Guides Association (STGA) guides, photographers and experienced tour planners.

Together, we bring local knowledge and practical experience to every itinerary.

We know the fishing locations, scenic routes, historic sites and smaller places that visitors might otherwise miss.

We also understand the importance of flexibility. River conditions, weather and personal preferences can change, so we adjust plans when necessary.

With over 23 years of experience arranging fishing and touring experiences in Scotland, we can help you make the most of your visit.

Bespoke Fishing Holidays in Scotland – A Five-Star Customer Experience

Discover Scotland beyond the tourist trail with Alba Game Fishing’s bespoke Hidden Gems fishing, hiking and sightseeing holidays.

We’re delighted to share this wonderful five-star Google review from Cody Coyote, who joined Stewart Collingswood, founder of Alba Game Fishing, for a tailor-made Scottish adventure.

Combining fly fishing, spectacular Highland scenery, hiking, historic landmarks and authentic Scottish experiences, this private guided tour was designed around our guests’ interests. From carefully selected accommodation and excellent food to flexible itineraries and personal attention, their experience captures what makes our luxury bespoke Scotland tours so special.

Here’s what Cody had to say about their unforgettable Scottish holiday.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cody Coyote – Google Review

Hidden Gems Fishing, Touring & Hiking Holiday in Scotland

“Absolutely the best! We recently completed a Hidden Gems fishing, touring, and hiking vacation with Stewart Collingswood, founder of Alba Game Fishing.

We were looking for something special, away from the crowds, that would give us a real sense of the people and country of Scotland. I also wanted it to be stress free, leaving all of the details and planning up to someone else. How fortunate we were to find Alba.

Our trip met or exceeded our expectations in every respect. From the accommodations, to the meals, to the touring and the fishing, everything was first class.

Stewart’s bespoke approach allowed us to build his sample itinerary into a trip tailored to our specific goals. He was even able to accommodate a last minute change that was of special importance to us.

We saw more, and did more than I could have imagined possible in such a short time, yet the pace was not hectic and we never felt rushed. Stewart’s attention to detail is exceeded only by his personality. Funny, intelligent, thoughtful, and capable. He was a genuine pleasure to be with.

It was tough to say good-by. I could not recommend Alba Game Fishing more highly. Our best vacation – period!”

Your Private Scottish Tour – A Sample Nine-Day Itinerary

Day One Arrive in Edinburgh

We meet you at Edinburgh Airport and transfer you to your hotel. After checking in, you’ll have time to settle in and explore the city independently. We’ll also review your itinerary and discuss any final arrangements.

Overnight The Bonham Hotel Junior Suite room, bed and breakfast.

Day 2 – Discover Edinburgh’s History and Hidden Places

Explore Edinburgh with an experienced local tour guide. Visit the historic Old Town, discover the city’s architecture and learn about its fascinating past.

Depending on your interests, the day could include Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, Rosslyn Chapel or lesser-known historic streets. You’ll also have opportunities to visit traditional pubs and local restaurants.

Overnight The Bonham Hotel Junior Suite room, bed and breakfast.

Recommended evening restaurant Dine Murrayfield 10 minute walk through the New Town Georgian part of Edinburgh

Day 3 – Private Loch Fishing and Scottish Borders Touring

Enjoy a guided fishing experience on a private loch near Edinburgh. Depending on conditions and preferences, you can fish for pike, Perch and Trout using fly fishing or spinning techniques. Alternatively you can enjoy a day trout fishing the River Tweed.

We provide the necessary fishing equipment and a lochside lunch.

For non-anglers, alternative activities can include exploring the Scottish Borders, visiting historic towns or enjoying local attractions, such as a wooden mill, that manufactures Tweed for the Royal Family and is not open to the public. .

Overnight The Bonham Hotel Junior Suite room, bed and breakfast.

Day 4 – Perthshire, Dunkeld and The Cairngorms/ Speyside

Starting in Dunkeld, which is the gateway to the Highlands. A short easy walk to a romantic waterfall, and lunch by the majestic River Tay and visit to an 11th century Cathedral, before the beautiful drive North through the Cairngorms and on to Speyside. Stopping at attractions en route.

Overnight Speyside Cardhu Country House Hotel

Day 5 – Salmon fishing on the River Spey and tour Speyside

Your opportunity to fish for salmon a prime private beat of the River Spey, enjoy lunch in a riverside hut and share stories with Ghillies dressed in Tweed and other anglers. If non anglers prefer, they can go on an extended tour of Speyside and visit Pictish standing stones, ancients Kirks and Castles.

Overnight Speyside Cardhu Country House Hotel

Overnight Glencoe House spacious Suite.

Day 6 – Travel to the West Coast of Scotland and Glencoe

After breakfast, you will have. private bagpipe recital in a remote castle, sitting atop a glacial flood plain in the headwaters of the Spey. Thereafter you drive to the West Coast and on towards Glencoe. Beforehand, stopping for some of the freshest Scottish seafood at the Lochleven cafe under the shadow of the “Pap of Glencoe.

Overnight Glencoe House spacious Suite.

Day 7 – Touring towards the Isle of Skye

After breakfast we drive through some of Scotlands most epic scenery to the Isle of Skye. Stopping en route to visit the iconic Eilean Donan Castle and then have delicious fish and chips at the harbour in Kyle of Lochalsh. Today offer many opportunities t stop and soak up majestic scenery and take photos, as well as visiting attractions en route.

Overnight Isle of Skye at Monkstadt

Day 8 – Extensive tour of Skye

Skye certainly has become popular, and we know the best way to experience it and to avoid other tourists. There are stunning clifftop vistas, Unique local museums, where the owner will sing to you in Gaelic and epic landscapes to breathe in. We will take you to quiet fishing villages where pubs serve fresh seafood and you can enjoy some local crafted beer and meet the locals.

Overnight Isle of Skye at Monkstadt

Day 8 – Skye to Loch Ness and Inverness

Departing Skye in morning, we will travel through stunning landscapes towards Inverness. This gives us a chance to visit the Caledonian Canal and learn its unique history as well as enjoying a drive up the length of Loch Ness. You will finish in Inverness and this is a chance to either visit Culloden or Inverness Castle and its unique interactive Highland Experience.

Overnight Ness Walk hotel (overlooking the River Ness)

Day 9 – Inverness to Edinburgh

From Inverness it’s an easy and straight drive down the A9 to Edinburgh (approx 3 hours) and this gives you a chance to stop in Perthshire and have lunch in Dunkeld or Blair Atholl. Depending on your interests we have many unique touring activities in the Perthshire area.

Overnight The Bonham Hotel Junior Suite

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Guideline price – Please contact us with your individual requirements so we can cost the tour accordingly.

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Included in this vacation

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  All accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis in some of Scotland’s finest hotels

• Airport transfers – meet and greet
• Personal guide with Mercedes People carrier or Highly Spec’d Volvo XC90 (depending on group size)
• Delicious cooked river/ loch side lunches on the fishing days
• Pro-photography of the whole trip (link to dropbox at end of trip with high resolution TIFFS and JPEGS)
• Daily drop from iPhone via Airdrop of pics taken
• Premium Fishing tackle, clothing, and waders – Sponsored by Sage, Orvis, Redington and Patagonia
• Entrance to castles and other attractions in itinerary
• Hire and Reward insurance, for safe transportation of guests
• Public Liability insurance to £5 million
• Concierge service for Scotland leading up to your trip
• Meticulous planning of hotel reservations. We are a one-stop shop and will take care of all the hassle

Not Included

• Airfares
• Evening meals or hotel extras such as bar bill and telephone calls
• Airport/ City centre drop off in high quality vehicle
• Lunch on non-fishing days
• Stobo Castle Health Spa fees
• Gratuities

* All transfers include a meet and greet by your chauffeur, an unbranded welcome sign (for airport pick-ups), complimentary in-vehicle bottled mineral water, complimentary use of in-vehicle USB charging ports.

A Personal Approach to Exploring Scotland

We believe the most memorable Scottish experiences often happen away from the busiest attractions. A quiet river, a conversation with a local resident or an unexpected stop along a Highland road can become a highlight of your visit.

Our role is to combine these experiences with good planning, comfortable accommodation and knowledgeable guiding.

We take care of the practical arrangements, leaving you free to enjoy your time together.

Plan Your Own Fishing and Touring Holiday in Scotland

Every couple has different interests, and every itinerary starts with a conversation.

Tell us what you’d like to experience, how long you plan to visit and how much fishing you’d like to include.

We’ll suggest a route and activities that bring those interests together.

Contact Alba Game Fishing to discuss your private Scottish fishing and touring vacation.