14 days in Scotland Itinerary

Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Mon): contemplate the long history of Fort George, stroll through Nairn Beach, then explore the historical opulence of Cawdor Castle, and finally witness the site of a historic battle at Culloden Battlefield. On the 9th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: delve into the distant past at Clava Cairns, identify plant and animal life at RZSS Highland Wildlife Park, and then see the interesting displays at Highland Folk Museum.

To find maps, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Inverness tour planning site.

New York City, USA to Inverness is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from New York City to Inverness is 5 hours. Expect cooler temperatures when traveling from New York City in July; daily highs in Inverness reach 66°F and lows reach 50°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Tue) so you can drive to Durness.

Durness is a village and civil parish in the north-west Highlands of Scotland. Kick off your visit on the 10th (Wed): take in the exciting artwork at Wee Gallery, enjoy the sand and surf at Sandwood Bay Beach, and then stroll through Balnakeil Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Sango Bay, then enjoy the sand and surf at Durness Beach, and then kick back and relax at Scourie Bay.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Durness online day trip planner.

You can drive from Inverness to Durness in 3 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 64°F, and evening lows to 50°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) so you can go by car to Stromness.

Stromness is the second-most populated town in Orkney, Scotland. Start off your visit on the 12th (Fri): steep yourself in history at Standing Stones of Stenness, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Saint Magnus Cathedral, then contemplate the long history of Maeshowe Chambered Cairn, then delve into the distant past at Ring of Brodgar, and finally delve into the distant past at Skara Brae. Keep things going the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Italian Chapel on Lamb Holm, get a taste of local nightlife at Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, then get engrossed in the history at Broch of Gurness, and finally head off the coast to Brough Of Birsay.

For more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Stromness day trip planner.

You can drive from Durness to Stromness in 4.5 hours. In July in Stromness, expect temperatures between 61°F during the day and 49°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Isle of Skye.

Blessed with picturesque lochs and a dramatic, rocky coastline, the far-flung Isle of Skye remains one of Scotland's most beloved destinations.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Sun): browse the exhibits of Trotternish Art Gallery, step into the grandiose world of Dunvegan Castle & Gardens, and then stroll the grounds of St. Columba's Isle. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 15th (Mon): take an in-depth tour of Skye Museum of Island Life, explore the striking landscape at The Quiraing, and then explore the striking landscape at The Old Man of Storr.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Isle of Skye online tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by combination of flight and bus from Stromness to Isle of Skye takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In July, daytime highs in Isle of Skye are 61°F, while nighttime lows are 51°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can go by car to Fort William.

Fort William is the second largest settlement in the Highlands of Scotland with around 10,000 inhabitants – and the largest town: only the city of Inverness is larger.Fort William is a major tourist centre, with Glen Coe just to the south, Aonach Mòr to the east and Glenfinnan to the west, on the Road to the Isles. Kick off your visit on the 16th (Tue): take in the views from Glenfinnan Viaduct, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Nevis Range Mountain Resort, then take in the dramatic scenery at Steall Waterfall, and finally take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Ben Nevis. On the 17th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take an in-depth tour of Glencoe Folk Museum, identify plant and animal life at Highland Titles Nature Reserve, and then explore the striking landscape of Glencoe National Nature Reserve.

To see more things to do, photos, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Fort William trip itinerary builder app.

Getting from Isle of Skye to Fort William by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Edinburgh.

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

Step off the beaten path and head to Rosslyn Chapel and Holyrood Park. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Edinburgh Castle and Palace of Holyroodhouse. There's lots more to do: get a new perspective on nature at National Museum of Scotland, take in the dramatic natural features at Arthur's Seat, step aboard Royal Yacht Britannia, and wander the streets of Edinburgh Old Town.

To find more things to do, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Edinburgh trip maker app.

You can drive from Fort William to Edinburgh in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. July in Edinburgh sees daily highs of 66°F and lows of 51°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight back home.