15 days in Scotland Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Scotland trip planner
Start: Boston
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Inverness
— 4 nights
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Isle of Skye
— 3 nights
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Fort William
— 2 nights
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Dundee
— 2 nights
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Stirling
— 3 nights
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End: Boston
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Inverness — 4 nights
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Gateway to the Highlands
Step out of the city life by going to The Falls of Foyers and Loch Garten Nature Reserve. Clava Cairns and Cawdor Castle will appeal to history buffs. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Inverness: Loch an Eilein (in Aviemore) and Cairngorm Reindeer Centre (in Glenmore). There's much more to do: get engrossed in the history at Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, steep yourself in history at Fort George, contemplate the waterfront views at River Ness, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Loch Ness.
To see where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Inverness tour itinerary builder tool.
Boston, USA to Inverness is an approximately 12-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 5 hours traveling from Boston to Inverness. In August, Inverness is a bit cooler than Boston - with highs of 65°F and lows of 48°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can drive to Isle of Skye.
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Boston, USA to Inverness is an approximately 12-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 5 hours traveling from Boston to Inverness. In August, Inverness is a bit cooler than Boston - with highs of 65°F and lows of 48°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can drive to Isle of Skye.
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Isle of Skye — 3 nights
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Escape the urban bustle at Claigan Coral Beach and Portree Harbour. Explore hidden gems such as Calum's Seal Trips and Kilt Rock. Step out of Isle of Skye to go to Kyle of Lochalsh and see Eilean Donan Castle, which is approximately 50 minutes away. There's lots more to do: explore the striking landscape at The Old Man of Storr, stroll through The Quiraing, go for a walk through Fairy Glen, and take in the dramatic scenery at The Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle, Isle of Skye.
To find reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Isle of Skye trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Inverness to Isle of Skye takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 61°F, and evening lows to 52°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Fort William.
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Traveling by car from Inverness to Isle of Skye takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 61°F, and evening lows to 52°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Fort William.
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Fort William — 2 nights
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On the 9th (Wed), relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Nevis Range Mountain Resort. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 10th (Thu): steep yourself in history at Glenfinnan Monument, then snap pictures at Glenfinnan Viaduct, then examine the collection at West Highland Museum, and finally admire the sheer force of Steall Waterfall.
To see where to stay, maps, photos, and other tourist information, read Fort William road trip planning app.
You can drive from Isle of Skye to Fort William in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) early enough to drive to Dundee.
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You can drive from Isle of Skye to Fort William in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) early enough to drive to Dundee.
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Dundee — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 11th (Fri): contemplate the long history of Scone Palace and then get engrossed in the history at Discovery Point. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: identify plant and animal life at The Scottish Deer Centre, take in the spiritual surroundings of St Andrews Cathedral, and then play a few rounds at St Andrews Links.
To find ratings, photos, maps, and more tourist information, read our Dundee trip planner.
Getting from Fort William to Dundee by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. August in Dundee sees daily highs of 65°F and lows of 55°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Stirling.
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Getting from Fort William to Dundee by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. August in Dundee sees daily highs of 65°F and lows of 55°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Stirling.
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Stirling — 3 nights
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Get some historical perspective at Stirling Old Town Jail and Blair Castle & Gardens. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Mar's Wark and Strathbrock Parish Church of Scotland. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Stirling: The Scottish Crannog Centre (in Kenmore), Linlithgow Palace (in Linlithgow) and Rosslyn Chapel (in Roslin).
To find other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Stirling online trip builder.
Traveling by car from Dundee to Stirling takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Dundee in August, expect little chillier with lows of 49°F in Stirling. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight back home.
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To find other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Stirling online trip builder.
Traveling by car from Dundee to Stirling takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Dundee in August, expect little chillier with lows of 49°F in Stirling. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight back home.
Side Trips
The Scottish Crannog Centre, Linlithgow Palace, Blair Castle & Gardens, Strathbrock Parish Church of Scotland, Rosslyn Chapel
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Scotland travel guide
A land packed with thousands of years of history, Scotland is home to numerous thriving cities and a vibrant population proud of its distinct culture, heritage, and art. The Scottish people are fond of saying "Good things come in small packages," and nowhere is that more true than in their compact homeland. Despite its relatively small size, the country is crammed full of attractions, not the least of which are numerous world-famous golf courses and whiskey distilleries. Though the sun may not always shine here, Scotland is a stunning country renowned for its dramatic scenery of mountains, valleys, hills, green fields, and rugged coastlines, guaranteeing a diverse holiday. While most tourists restrict their itinerary to the historic Highlands, where they search for the mysterious Loch Ness monster, you can also explore the Lowlands’ outstanding natural wonders and flourishing cultural scene.
