YOUR CUSTOM SCOTLAND ITINERARY, TAILORED TO YOU

A personalised Scotland itinerary planning service for first-time, solo and car-free travellers.

Dreaming of a trip to Scotland, but feel lost in all the planning?

I’ve been there. Figuring out routes, booking accommodation and choosing what is actually doable can feel like a second job, especially if it’s your first time travelling solo or without a car.

Backed by over 10 years of exploring Scotland solo and without a car, this service makes planning your trip simple and stress-free.

Without a clear plan, it’s easy to waste time backtracking, miss places you were excited about, or realise too late that something simply isn’t practical. Planning can feel like juggling dozens of decisions at once, from routes and transport to weather, timing, and availability, all while trying not to miss anything important.

Step off the plane knowing every detail is taken care of. Every day is mapped out so you know exactly where to go, how to get there, and how to make the most of your time. With your route handled, you’re free to wander through pastel-coloured fishing villages, drift along misty lochs steeped in legend, and soak up Scotland’s scenery and stories just as you’ve always imagined.

You feel confident navigating Scotland and have an itinerary that speaks to you, whether that’s exploring the Highlands, wandering ruined castles, or discovering the sights and experiences you’ve been dreaming of.

Done-For-You Tailored Itineraries

With a custom Scotland itinerary, you’ll get a clear day-by-day travel plan with the best routes, travel times, accommodation areas, and activities tailored to your interests. You’ll feel confident, organised, and ready to make the most of your trip.

What’s Included

1:1 Planning Call or Questionnaire

Discuss your trip in detail on a Google Meet call, or complete a questionnaire if you prefer. Share your interests so your itinerary is fully tailored to you.

Personalised Accommodation Suggestions

Hotel or B&B options per destination, matched to your budget, style, and location preferences within easy reach of restaurants and public transport. No guessing which areas work best for your plans.

Day-by-Day Plan

A detailed plan showing each day’s route, timing, and optional excursions for you to book that align with your interests. You’ll know exactly how to make the most of your time without rushing or feeling like you’re missing out.

Custom PDF Itinerary

A clickable PDF with your full itinerary, travel tips, a packing list, Scottish customs and mistakes to avoid. All the information you need in one place to feel confident and prepared before you go.

Transport & Car-Free Travel Tips

Detailed advice on travelling between locations, including car-free tips, suggested routes, realistic travel times and the exact train or bus to book to help you feel relaxed and in control. No stressful connections or clunky route planners.

Optional Email Support

Get email support while booking to clarify details or answer questions. I’ll always answer within 24-48 hours.

Client Testimonials

“The help you gave us with the itinerary, travel and accommodation was really helpful. Your service is very thorough and professional. The presentation of your information pack is excellent and so easy to follow. I particularly like that you provided us with direct links to book train and bus journeys.
For visitors who have never been to Scotland, your service is the perfect way to plan a trip.
Well done. I would definitely recommend your service.”
– Elaine
“Francesca provided us with a fabulous itinerary for our family vacation to Scotland. Never having been to Scotland before, we relied on her to help us narrow down the cities and sites we would visit without overbooking ourselves. She listened to what we like to do & how we like to travel, and she crafted a beautiful itinerary for our upcoming summer vacation. She was prompt, friendly and knowledgeable and we highly recommend Francesca!”
– Jen
“As our trip is getting nearer I wanted to thank you for your help in planning our itinerary. I went into this with sense of anxiety trying to plan a trip through Scotland myself. Once I contacted you and seen what you had to offer, you put my mind at ease with a complete package that fit our every expectation. From our first video conference call to the detailed day by day printable itinerary you provided, which by the way I had the local stationary store print into a book to keep with me during my travels for daily reference. Everything turned out great and was well worth the money spent.”
– David
“It is a fantastic package with a lot of options and guidance. It’s made our whole planning so much easier! We are looking forward to a very well-planned journey that was built with very little stress to us!”
– Benoit
“We are super excited about our upcoming trip thanks to you and our bespoke itinerary. Our connection and subsequent work has significantly reduced the worry quotient by creating a doable and enjoyable plan. I had a very good vibe about you and Little Lost Travel after reading your travel blogs about car-free in Scotland. We felt as though you read us well after our zoom meeting and as a result, put together a beautiful itinerary.”
– Nancy

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What’s the difference between a travel planner and a travel agent?

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You’re In Control

I plan every detail, but you make the bookings. That means flexibility with dates, accommodation, and transport, without being locked into a package.

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100% Bespoke Itineraries

Every itinerary is tailored to you. Your interests, travel style, and pace shape the plan, so your Scotland trip is truly your own.

Within Your Budget

I plan your itinerary around what’s best for your trip and your budget. All suggestions are independent and chosen for you, with no agent fees or hidden costs.

Eilean Donan Castle on the shores of Loch Duich in the Scottish Highlands, viewed from the outside.

By the end, you’ll have…

✔ A fully mapped Scotland itinerary tailored to your interests, pace, and travel style

✔ Clear accommodation recommendations suited to your budget and preferences

✔ Practical guidance for getting around, including car-free options and realistic travel times

✔ Confidence that your trip is well planned, with no guesswork or overlooked details that can derail a trip

My promise: you’ll save dozens of hours of research, avoid common planning mistakes, and travel knowing you have a plan designed entirely for you!

Here’s How it Works

1 Request Your Quote

Fill out the inquiry form so I can understand your travel style, interests and budget.

2 Secure Your Booking

Make your payment safely via Stripe once you’re happy with your quote.

3 Planning Call

Hop on a 40-minute call to discuss your trip in detail (or complete a detailed questionnaire if you prefer).

4 Your Custom Itinerary

I’ll create a fully tailored Scotland itinerary, including day-by-day plans, accommodation suggestions, transport guidance, and travel tips. The turnaround time is two weeks.

5 Review & Revisions

You review your itinerary and request up to two rounds of revisions to make sure it’s perfect.

6 Final Delivery

Receive your complete itinerary as a clickable PDF with all links, packing advice, and practical guidance within seven business days of submitting your revisions.

Meet Your Scotland Travel Planner

Hi, I’m Francesca.

I’m a British travel writer who fell in love with Scotland’s dramatic beauty and soul-stirring landscapes.

Over 10 years of exploring by train, bus, and ferry, I’ve discovered the best routes, sights, and experiences for first-time visitors and car-free travellers. But I’ve also learned the hard way which Skye tours to avoid and where to book restaurants to avoid going hungry…

I’ve turned my experiences into a service that takes the guesswork out of planning and helps you avoid the same mistakes I made during my first trips around Scotland.

With my bespoke itinerary planning, you’ll get a day-by-day plan shaped around your interests, travel style, and pace. My goal is to help you feel confident, organised, and excited for every moment of your Scotland adventure.

Custom itinerary pricing

£95 fixed planning fee + £20 per day.

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Your bespoke itinerary is priced according to the length of your trip. The £95 fixed planning fee covers the work involved in creating your itinerary, with £20 added for each day of your trip.

For example:

5 days: £195
7 days: £235
10 days: £295
14 days: £375

Start Your Adventure

Not sure which option is right for you?

If you’re not sure whether you need a custom itinerary or a planning consultation, or you’re unsure how many days you want to spend in Scotland, you can book a free 15-minute call with me. We’ll chat through your plans, and I can help you work out which service is the best fit. There’s no sales pitch and no obligation to book my services. Click here to book your free call.

Ready to Start Your Adventure in Scotland?

Request Your Quote

Secure Your Booking

Consultation Call

Your Custom Itinerary

Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Travel Planning

Ideally, six to 12 months before your trip. This gives us enough time to create a tailored itinerary and secure popular tours or accommodation. Once your plan is ready, you can start booking with confidence.

No problem! I can still create a bespoke itinerary. Please note that some activities or hotels might be fully booked, but you’ll still have a clear, organised plan to make the most of your time.

It’s best to have flights booked or at least know your travel dates. This affects where you’ll stay, the routes you take, and what you’ll pack.

I don’t make bookings because I’m not a travel agent. My role is to provide a fully tailored itinerary with recommended hotels, activities, and transport routes. This gives you flexibility, control, and confidence as you book.

As this is a planning service, refunds are not available once we’ve had our travel planning call. I want you to feel excited about your trip, so you can request up to two revisions on your itinerary. Please see my Terms and Conditions for more details.

That’s completely fine! Together, we’ll identify your interests and goals for your trip. The inquiry form and planning call are designed to uncover exactly what will make your Scotland adventure memorable.

With a bespoke itinerary, you save time, avoid stress, and feel confident navigating Scotland. Every detail is mapped out for your interests and travel style, so you can focus on enjoying your trip rather than worrying about logistics.

1:1 Consultation: This is a 60-minute call where we go over your itinerary in detail. I give you my feedback and offer recommendations, and you have the opportunity to ask me questions about your trip. You’ll also receive a call recording and summary to refer back to. This service is best if you already have a rough itinerary and would like some guidance to make it even better. Click here to find out more.

Custom Itinerary Planning Service: This is a travel planning service where I create your itinerary from the ground up. We meet on a video call and chat more in-depth about your ideas and the places you’d like to visit. I then create a tailored itinerary based on your interests, put together in a clickable PDF. It includes a day-by-day plan with a curated list of hotels, restaurants and activities, as well as the exact public transport routes with links to book. You’ll be able to tweak it to your liking with two revision rounds, and I’m available over email while you book your trip. I don’t make any bookings on your behalf.