Testimonials

What do people say about their escapes

Reviews from trips in Scotland

We are always happy to receive feedback from customers who have escaped with us to tour Scotland.

Fantastic Support

Good organisation of activities as well as flexibility to do our own things.  Fantastic support when we questioned possible changes or when the weather may have interrupted our activity.  Well done. We were both ecstatic about the presentation of our journey book.  Truly felt it went above and beyond. We... read more >

Lisa & Elly, Australia

Would not hesitate to recommend Capercaillie Escapes

Not only was the planning excellent but the facilitation in terms of bookings and pick-ups was very meticulous.  We so appreciated how you jumped in to help whenever there was an issue. The booklet provided for the itinerary was superb! So helpful.  So comprehensive. We were absolutely delighted with our... read more >

Heather & Neil, Canada

Guided Walking Tour in Edinburgh

I would highly recommend anyone going to Edinburgh that they do they half-day walking tour of the city – it really made it much more interesting and gave us a basic sense of the history of that amazing city.  Thank you again for all that you did to make our... read more >

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You thought of everything!

Your guidance and thought of the “details” help make Scotland one of our top 5 world trips since we started travelling in 1972!

Ron & Laura, USA

Very impressed

We were very impressed with the quality of the accommodation and the rooms you got for us seemed to be the best in the house.  It was so well thought out and you took so much trouble to adjust the tour to our requirements.  The ‘what to see’ and ‘where... read more >

Stella & Steve, United Kingdom

Wonderful trip to Scotland

We all enjoyed the accommodations, meals, the sites and most of all the excellent service from our driver, Gordon.  You meeting us at the airport with a driver and car was a most welcome sight.  We enjoyed the entire time, only thing was that we could have spent a few... read more >

James, Jane & Lajuana, USA

Absolutely amazing service

“Visited Edinburgh for a weekend with some friends and Jane gave us an absolutely amazing service. Everything was so easy and well organised and in such a friendly and informative manner. We did not have to worry about anything when we were there and the local knowledge and advice we were... read more >

Kate, United Kingdom

Amazing weekend in the wilderness

“Thanks for organising such an amazing weekend in the wilderness for us.  An amazing time had by all thanks to your recommendations”

Amy, United Kingdom

Could not be happier!

“Thank you for organising an amazing weekend for me and the girls for my hen party. Idyllic location and house in the Trossachs, great activities, great fun, well organised and lots of very, very happy ladies! Would recommend in a flash, can’t wait for my next adventure!”

Lindsey, United Kingdom

Every photographers dream

“Driving through the dramatic scenery in Sutherland is every photographers dream, some days we could only drive a few miles before needing to stop for the next photo.  Thank you – we had such a great trip, although only wish now we could have stayed longer.”

Susie & Gordon, United Kingdom

Exceeded Expectations

“Thanks again for all your help with my recent stay in Scotland. The restaurants were great – I just worked my way down your list and didn’t even need to consult the internet or a guide book.  The experience exceeded my expectations!”

Kim, Australia

Great service, very responsive

“Capercaillie Escapes were marvellous – great service, very responsive and accommodating. They took my general requirements and developed a wonderful itinerary, presenting it to us in an extremely beautiful and professionally prepared guide. Well worth the cost.”

John & Ute, Germany

Highly satisfied

“We were highly satisfied with the trip, particularly the itinerary you created for us to explore the Outer Hebrides, and we will recommend Capercaillie Escapes.”

Jean-Luc & Elsbeth, Austria

It was perfectly seamless

“Thank you for crafting it all in such a special way for us to enjoy – it was perfectly seamless and more exciting than could be imagined.  Leading us through the most stunning valleys and memorable landscapes we have ever enjoyed together – you sure do know your Scotland.”

John & Carla, Germany

Loved the guide you created

“The kids loved the highland experience and deer encounter, and so did we actually. Great communication and loved the guide you created which was also very helpful.”

Helen and Family, USA

Our local driver was fantastic

“Stuart, our driver, was fantastic and really good fun with the kids too.  He was professional, kind and knowledgeable. Thank you!”

Mona & Family, Qatar

Views look even better in real life

“Accommodation and views looked even better in real life.  Had a great long weekend in Perthshire with lovely catering for our group to go with it. Capercaillie Escapes exceeded expectations and would definitely use again.”

Stephen, United Kingdom

We will be recommending

“Thank you so much for your patience and good will with us – so happy to have explored Scotland.  We will most definitely be recommending!”

Mona, Max & Family, Qatar

Wonderful golf package

“Thanks for organising a seamless 2 day golf event in St Andrews for our clients.  The private dinner and tasting was first class.”

National Sporting Organisation, United Kingdom

Work you did was exceptional

“We thoroughly enjoyed our escape, and it was mostly due to the work you did to make it exceptional. We believe that the itinerary guide was the crowning jewel of the trip – not only as a guide but as a real keepsake.”

Jim, Gail, Sonny & Betty, USA

You made the trip so easy for us

“All of the people we encountered were very hospitable and a pleasure to meet. The safari was amazing and quite unexpected – we learned so much about the history of Scotland. Your restaurant recommendations were excellent and you made the trip so easy for us.”

Deidre & Barry, USA

You’ve gone above and beyond

“Thanks so much for doing an amazing job of organising Helen’s hen.  You’ve gone above and beyond to help us – the accommodation and activities were excellent!”

Clare, UK and Ireland

Recommendations excellent

Thank you – recommendations excellent and very helpful!

Ruth & Geoff, United Kingdom

An experience of a life time

Surprised by the effort put in to compiling the travel materials for our group. Really appreciated it and made the trip so much easier to follow. The overall tour was an experience of a life time and we will definitely use Jane again in planning a tour.

Surinda, Truvelo, South Africa

Nothing less than excellent

Our experience with Capercaillie Escapes was nothing less than excellent.  Jane immediately understood the core of the holiday I wanted even after only a few emails exchanged.  This is noticeable and it gained immediately my trust. It has been a real surprise to receive the travel guide and pleasure to... read more >

Rivara Family, Italy

Absolute pleasure

We will be in touch next time we want to come on a Capercaillie Escape, which I have no doubt we will – it has been an absolute pleasure, and we have seen and done things that we would never have experienced without all of your careful planning. Loch Melfort... read more >

Joanne, United Kindgom

Booking was very simple and enjoyable

Booking was very simple and enjoyable with our accommodation at each place above expectations.  We loved each one for location, amenities, the warm welcome and friendliness.  All activities appealed to every member of the group (which is an achievement).  The wildlife didn’t show up on cue on the 4WD tour,... read more >

Hood Family, Australia

We enjoyed the activities

We really enjoyed the activities as they would not necessarily be ones we would do.

Sarah & Jonathan, United Kingdom

We had an amazing time

We had an amazing time – Jane took all of the guesswork and planning out of our hands and left us to simply enjoy Scotland!  The travel book was simply world class – lots of choices, our only regret was not being able to do them all – we’ll have... read more >

Bob & Rosanne, Canada

Great attitude and willingness to help

You did everything to pull this trip together with a short time frame – I really appreciated all of your planning and efforts.  You have a great attitude and willingness to help.  The falconry on our last full day was a fabulous experience – that was a real highlight for... read more >

Baker-Breningstall Family, USA

Perfect Christmas holiday in Scotland

Jane created the perfect Christmas holiday in Scotland for my husband and myself.  The planning, via email with Jane, was so easy and she was so informative and helpful throughout the whole process.  We were provided with a detailed and doable itinerary, professionally printed, along with our tour vouchers, which... read more >

Debra & Clyde, USA

The planning and timing was perfect

So many suggestions of things to do – I am only sorry we did not have time to try them all.  We had just the right amount of scheduled activity – the planning and timing was perfect.  Every restaurant and activity we tried was great – so nice to have... read more >

Scuderi Family, USA

If any of these testimonials inspire you to escape to Scotland please get in touch to find out more information about any of our Sample Escapes or request your own, no obligation, travel proposal.

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