Welcome to MacBackpackers
The one-stop website for backpacker
TOURS + TRANSPORT + ACCOMMODATION
in bonnie* Scotland
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On the left we offer a choice of wonderful
tours of scotland
On the right we offer excellent value backpacker accommodation in Edinburgh and around the Highlands.
MacBackpackers are Scotland's biggest independent, Scottish born and bred tours and hostels company! Owned and run by Scottish backpackers we have been running tours throughout Scotland since 1998 and hostels since 1985! We offer great value to young independent travelers with a thirst for adventure eager to explore the magnificent land that is Scotland!
Fun Budget Tours
Our passionate, 100% Scottish guides show you the Scotland legends are made of, taking in glittering Lochs, awe inspiring mountains and of course the bagpipes, kilts, coos, castles and whisky you've heard so much about!
Following a variety of different itineraries and routes to suit your budget and interests our tour guides will take you through unforgettable scenery and legendary history making sure you have the time of your life!
Fun Budget Hostels

We started our first hostel over 20 years ago, to offer a fun yet mature alternative to the “official” hostels of Scotland. In our hostels the emphasis is on creating a friendly, comfy, easy-going environment so world travelers, backpackers and other assorted young people on budget holidays can relax, meet up and enjoy some quality time in some of the best locations in Europe! All our hostels were chosen for their wonderful locations as well as their characterful ambience and charm.
Links for getting to & around Scotland
There are a number of options for getting to Scotland by train, bus or air. If you have a look at the top of our helpful links page, you will find links to some of the main carriers in the United Kingdom.
Just get yourself to Edinburgh and we'll take care of you from there with backpacker accommodation and tours of scotland. Look forward to seeing you in *bonnie Scotland...
* bonnie= beautiful



