The Highlands reward both self-drivers and those who prefer to sit back. Here is when a chauffeur makes sense and when self-drive might suit you better.
Choose a chauffeur when
You want to focus on the scenery and the story, not the road. Narrow single-track, left-hand driving and unfamiliar routes can add stress; a professional driver-guide removes that and adds local knowledge. Ideal for whisky tours: distilleries will not serve alcohol to the driver, and Scotland’s drink-drive limit is lower than in many other countries, so if you are behind the wheel you cannot enjoy tastings. A chauffeur lets everyone take part. Also ideal for corporate or VIP travel, and multi-day journeys where you would rather not drive. See our chauffeur service and luxury chauffeur Scotland.
Choose self-drive when
You are comfortable with left-hand driving and single-track roads and want total flexibility to stop when you like. Self-drive works well for experienced drivers who prefer to set their own schedule without a fixed pickup time.
Mix and match
Many guests combine both: a chauffeur for long or special days (e.g. Skye, NC500, whisky) and a hire car for shorter, more relaxed days. We can run private tours on the days you want a driver and leave the rest to you. Request a quote for a tailored plan.
