We take closer at this unique way of exploring the country of rolling green hills and kilt-wearing bag-pipers

There are countless ways to explore gorgeous Scotland – touring the grand castles, train rides through majestic landscapes, driving along the coastal lines and the list goes on. One of the best ways is to go on an island-hopping adventure!

Whether you’ve only got a couple of days or a couple of weeks, it’s worth taking the time to explore a few islands and take in the unique character of each. The main island groups are Inner and Outer Hebrides in the west, and Orkney and Shetland in the north.