Coronavirus – up-to-date information about our Scotland tours

Dear Travellers, 

daily news and reports about the coronavirus are still causing uncertainty, especially when it comes to travelling abroad. On this page we would like to keep you informed about the situation in Scotland, the measures on the ground and our tours of Scotland in times of COVID-19.

First of all, it’s important to bear in mind that the Scottish Government has taken a slightly different course from England. Also, the number of infections in the north varies significantly at times. So, do make sure that you get your information from sources relating to Scotland, not England.

On the whole, tourism in Scotland is back to ‘business as usual’. However, travelling in times of Covid does require a little more planning and, in some places, more flexibility. But if you follow a few basic rules, organize yourself well, and with a team like ours to help, then nothing should get in the way of your Scotland holiday. More detailed information can be found in our blog post “Covid rules & regulations in Scotland: travelling in times of Corona“.

Entering Scotland from abroad

Entering Scotland and returning home is perhaps the only thing that needs a little more consideration, depending on the country you’re arriving from. Checking the current entry requirements into your country is the single most important thing you need to do before planning your holiday. You can find all the details on the Scottish Government’s website.

The good news is, that on the 18th March all travel restrictions will be lifted which will make entering the UK very simple, both for vaccinated and unvaccinated people. No PCR or lateral flow tests or vaccination certificates need to be presented upon entry. Also, the completion of the ‘passenger locator form’ is no longer necessary to enter Scotland.

2022 Season

We are so excited to announce that both our fabulous self-guided tours and private group tours will be running as usual this year. We are also more than happy to accept your bookings for next year! Since our colleagues have returned to our office in Edinburgh (South Queensferry), our opening times are back to normal on weekdays: you can get hold of us by phone on 0044 131 3311576 (Mon-Thurs from 9am-3.30pm UK time), or by email to info@windandcloudtravel.com. We will reply to your email within 2 working days.

Travel insurance

We strongly recommend that every traveler should be protected against cancellation, delays, missed departures etc. Many insurance companies now offer an added Corona protection. Carefully check your provider’s terms and conditions to see if it will cover you for any coronavirus-related disruption. If, however, you are travelling against official government advice, it is highly likely that your  insurance cover will be invalid.

Of course, travelling in times of Covid-19 carries a certain residual risk that cannot be eliminated. Therefore, please note that in case of cancellation or no-show, our normal cancellation conditions apply (this also applies to situations where quarantine becomes necessary after entry). The cancellation fees cover our service as well as non-refundable deposits.

Further information

Current travel warnings can be found on your own government’s foreign affairs website. Information on entry requirements from Scottish Government.

Detailed information on the coronavirus as well as information on precautions and behavioural measures can be found at NHS Inform Scotland (at the bottom of the page you find information in 17 foreign languages from Chinese, Spanish and Polish to Slovak and Arabic).

Information on Testing and treatment of overseas visitors can be found here.