Explore Scotland’s magnificent and remote countryside, greatest distilleries and most distinctive castles. Enjoy the spectacular Isle of Skye, the Great Glen and the Capital of the Highlands in Inverness.
Duration: 7 days/6 nights
Destination: Entire Scotland
Starting Point: Edinburgh or Glasgow
Ending Point: Edinburgh or Glasgow
Note: the trip can be customized.
Itinerary
DAY ONE – Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Oban Distillery
From Glasgow or Edinburgh head north in to Scotland’s raw natural landscapes along the banks of Loch Lomond through theTrossachs National Park. Possibly stop at Inveraray and Inveraray Castle on route to Oban to visit this charming port home of Mccaigs tower overlooking the docks and the famous Oban Whiskey Distillery.
- Accommodation: overnight in Oban.
- Distance: 115 miles / 185 km, 2 hours 35 minutes (approx.), if starting at Edinburgh Airport*.
- Highlights: Iverary Castle and Oban Distillery.
DAY TWO – Glencoe, the road to the Isles and Clan Donald Centre
Continue north along Scotland’s glorious west coast passing through port of Fort William and in the shadow of Scotland’s tallest mountain Ben Nevis, before taking the road to the islands. Stop to see the Glenfinnan viaduct as featured in the Harry Potter movies and the Glenfinnan Monument before taking a ferry to the stunning Isle of Skye where you can visit the Clan Donald centre seat of an ancient clan.
- Accommodation: overnight in Isle of Skye.
- Distance: 150 miles / 245 km, 3 hours 35 minutes (approx.)*.
- Highlights: Glenfinnan Viaduct and the Isle of Skye.
DAY THREE – The Isle of Skye
Spend today exploring the breathtaking natural beauty of this peaceful island; from the quaint port town of Portree, to the Cuillin Hills, to the Trotternish Peninsula with its natural features such as “Kilt Rock” and “the Old Man of Storr”. make a possible visit to Dunvegan Castle, home of the Macleod Clan, or the distillery of famed malt whisky Talisker.
- Accommodation: overnight in Isle of Skye.
- Highlights: Dunvegan Castle and Talisker Distillery.
DAY FOUR – Eilean Donan Castle, Urquhart Castle, and Loch Ness
Cross back to the mainland via Skye Bridge and visit one of Scotland’s icons at Eilean Donan Castle reaching out in to the Loch. Continue in to the Great Glen and along the banks of the eerie Loch Ness before making a visit to the stunning Urquhart Castle on the weather beaten shores. Time permitting you may choose to stop at the Loch Ness visitor centre to unravel the mysteries of Nessie before arriving in Inverness.
- Accommodation: overnight in Inverness.
- Distance: 115 miles / 185 km, 2 hours 35 minutes (approx.)*.
- Highlights: Iverary Castle and Oban Distillery.
DAY FIVE – Inverness, Culloden Moor and Fort George
Today explore Inverness, capital of the Highlands, and its castle and museum before heading off in to the surrounding countryside to uncover a wealth of cultural sites. Nearby you will find Culloden Moor and visitor centre site of the ancient battlefield and the fairytale castle of Cawdor Castle, romantically connected to Macbeth by Shakespeare. Another potential visit is the magnificent example of 18th century military engineering at Fort George.
- Accommodation: overnight in Inverness.
- Highlights: Inverness, Culloden Moor and Cawdor Castle.
DAY SIX – Pitlochry, the Wallace Monument and Historic Stirling
From Inverness, travel south through the stunning Highland scenery of the Cairngorm National Park and in to the heart of Scotland. You may choose to stop at Blair castle or in quaint Victorian market town of Pitlochry on route to Edinburgh.
- Distance: 155 miles / 240 km, 3 hours 15 minutes (approx.), based on a route to Edinburgh.
- Highlights: Pitlochry, Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle.
Return your vehicle.
*Journey times and distances are estimates and are based on the direct route between the start location and end location for each day of the itinerary, where applicable. They do not include detours or stops for sightseeing.
Inverness, Culloden Moor and Cawdor Castle.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- 5 nights accommodation (suggested accommodations listed below).
- Full cooked regional breakfast each morning.
- 6 days car rental inclusive of all mandatory taxes, insurances and charges.
- Ferry crossing to the Isle of Skye.
- The British Tour Company suggested driving itinerary and travel documents pack.
- Toll-free calls to your Britain vacation specialist whilst planning your trip .
- Expert assistance during the planning of your trip and local number for advice during travel.
SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATIONS
- Falls of Lora Hotel, near Oban x 1 night
- Viewmount Guest House Hotel, Portree, Isle of Skye x 2 nights
- Priory Hotel, near Inverness x 2 nights
- Murrayfield Hotel, Edinburgh x 2 nights
As our self-drive tours are fully customizable we can tailor the suggested accommodations for your particular quotation based on your preferences, budget etc. Read more about the accommodation we offer by clicking here.
CUSTOMIZE THIS TOUR
- Add a night on the Isle of Mull to explore another of the Inner Hebrides.
- Have your very own private driver-guide chauffeur your tour.
- Combine this tour with one of our other Britain self-drive tours.
- Stay in quaint family run B&Bs throughout your tour or on selected nights.
- Enjoy an upgrade to a luxury castle or manor hotel on one or more nights of your stay.
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