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We want to make everything as easy as possible for you, from choosing your T2, to making your booking, to arriving here and setting off safely and in a relaxed (but excited!) way. We offer you a fully equipped, reliable, well prepared, clean and most importantly characterful vehicle for your holiday and all your hire costs are included in the price.
Who are our customers?
Anyone and everyone. Touring Scotland by campervan is a great holiday even in a plain campervan but our customers add an extra dimension by touring in these T2s – the most characterful of vehicles. Our customers come from all corners of the globe, they are all ages, some come on their own, others as couples and some have children. What they all have in common is the imagination to appreciate how these wonderful machines can take their holiday to the extraordinary.
We love welcoming all nationalities and last year this was where our customers came from:
As the UK’s biggest fleet operator of Classic VW T2’s we are in a position where we invest heavily in the fleet and its operation. This investment means that when you hire from us you get top quality vans that are properly prepared, are safe, reliable and ready for your adventure. Don’t take our word for it, click on the link below and have a look at what our customers have to say about us on Google Reviews.
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Most Frequently Asked Questions
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Are there any extras to add to the prices?
No, everything you need is already included – insurance, cooking gas, equipment etc. If you need bedding we add on the price of laundry.
Do I pay up front?
No, a 25% deposit secures the booking – the balance is due with 6 weeks to go.
Does my Drivers License qualify for your insurance?
If you are a European, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand license holder then you qualify automatically. Any others may need to be referred to our insurers for an approval.
How do I get to your garage to collect the van?
Travel to our garage is very easy – Edinburgh to our base is 32 minutes by train and we collect you from the station In your van. All pick ups depart from our base between the hours of 09.00 and 17.00 – part of your handover is a familiarisation drive and this needs to be done on quiet roads.
How hard are these T2s to drive, can anyone do it?
Classic VW T2s are from a different era in vehicle design. They are heavier and more awkward to drive but they are within the capabilities of all good competent drivers. Anyone wishing to drive will get a familiarisation drive before setting off to make certain that you are comfortable and safe. For more information on driving a T2 please read the ‘Select a Van’ Document on the Resources page.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, we have dog friendly vans, please note on the Booking Form if you intend to bring your pet. There are a few common sense rules, the dog should not go on the upholstery, should have his/her own basket or blanket (for sleeping) be adequately restrained at all times and not be left alone in the van. There may also be the possibility of additional charges if our cleaners need to do further cleaning.
Is there a restriction on daily mileage?
Yes, 110 miles per day (cumulative ie a total for days hired) Our customers usually average 35 mph on their trip (don’t over estimate the roads in the north of Scotland or the speed of a T2) Three to four hours a day driving a T2 is plenty for most:)
Do you have automatic gearboxes?
No, they are all manual, if you are not comfortable driving a manual you may struggle with a T2
Should I book campsites in advance?
This is your choice, during very busy periods in areas with few campsites it may be prudent. Most people don’t and prefer a less structured itinerary taking their chances.
Can I camp at the side of the road?
In Scotland generally yes and this is a highly recommended way of maintaining flexibility. A strategy of a couple of days wild camping then 1 night in a campsite is a typical strategy. We have extra information on the site explaining this.
Information about a T2 for campsites and ferry bookings
Calmac Ferries and some campsites will ask you a vehicle length and a registration number to make the booking. A T2 is 4.5m in length, 1.75m wide, requires 2.2m of headroom and weighs 1450kg. If you click on the ‘Campervans’ dropdown list at the top of the homepage all the vans are pictured with registration plates on view.
Am I likely to have a good time?
Yes! Our customers rate us highly and you can read what they have to say about a Classic Campervans Scotland holiday by reading Google reviews
What our customers say
“absolutely brilliant from start to finish, Boris was fabulous”
“We took Tilly for 16 days all around the North Coast and out to the islands – this was a totally unforgettable holiday and we recommend to all”
“this is the only way to tour Scotland, other drivers were waving at us (or Tilly more accurately:)) we felt like celebrities”
“Horace was easier to drive than I thought, lovely and clean and had the fitout and equipment we needed to enjoy our trip”
“The whole experience was excellent from start to finish, start being the helpful information Ian the owner patiently supplied as we planned our trip”
“what an experience! Perfect, thank you!’
“a fantastic experience, helpful people at the company and our van Tilly was even better in real life than the photos! We will come back one day, thankyou!”
“Thank you for a brilliant holiday, I have always had a thing for classic campervans, Gina was absolutely superb and didn’t put a foot wrong in our 2 weeks”
