19 days in Scotland Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Scotland trip planner
Start: London
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Inverness
— 3 nights
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Isle of Skye
— 2 nights
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Fort William
Drive
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Glencoe
— 1 night
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Oban
— 1 night
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Campbeltown
— 3 nights
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Inveraray
— 1 night
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Balloch
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Alva
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Glenrothes
— 1 night
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St. Andrews
— 2 nights
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Edinburgh
— 4 nights
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End: Rome
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Inverness — 3 nights
Gateway to the Highlands
Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.Inverness is known for breweries & distilleries, historic sites, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: gain some tasty knowledge on a distillery tour, take in the history at Culloden Battlefield, delve into the distant past at Clava Cairns, and contemplate the long history of Fort George.
To see photos, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read Inverness driving holiday website.
London to Inverness is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. Expect slightly colder evenings in Inverness when traveling from London in May, with lows around 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Isle of Skye.
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Isle of Skye — 2 nights
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Blessed with picturesque lochs and a dramatic, rocky coastline, the far-flung Isle of Skye remains one of Scotland's most beloved destinations.Start off your visit on the 12th (Fri): sample the fine beverages at Talisker Distillery, make a trip to The Lump, take in the dramatic scenery at RHA Waterfall, then take in the dramatic natural features at The Quiraing, and finally explore the activities along Loch Dunvegan. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 13th (Sat): admire the sheer force of The Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle, Isle of Skye and then step into the grandiose world of Dunvegan Castle & Gardens.
To see traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Isle of Skye tour itinerary planner.
You can drive from Inverness to Isle of Skye in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In May, daytime highs in Isle of Skye are 15°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) so you can drive to Fort William.
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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. Start off your visit on the 14th (Sun): snap pictures at Glenfinnan Viaduct.
For reviews, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Fort William day trip planning website.
Getting from Isle of Skye to Fort William by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. You'll have a few hours on the 14th (Sun) to wrap things up before traveling to Glencoe.
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For reviews, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Fort William day trip planning website.
Getting from Isle of Skye to Fort William by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. You'll have a few hours on the 14th (Sun) to wrap things up before traveling to Glencoe.
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Glencoe — 1 night
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Glencoe or Glencoe Village is the main settlement in Glen Coe in the Lochaber area of the Scottish Highlands. On the 14th (Sun), explore the striking landscape of Glencoe National Nature Reserve.
To find traveler tips, photos, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Glencoe trip itinerary maker app.
Glencoe is very close to Fort William. In May, daily temperatures in Glencoe can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. You'll have a few hours on the 15th (Mon) to wrap things up before traveling to Oban.
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To find traveler tips, photos, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Glencoe trip itinerary maker app.
Glencoe is very close to Fort William. In May, daily temperatures in Glencoe can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. You'll have a few hours on the 15th (Mon) to wrap things up before traveling to Oban.
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Oban — 1 night
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Oban is a resort town within the Argyll and Bute council area of Scotland. Start off your visit on the 15th (Mon): brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Oban Distillery, then don't miss a visit to Purdie's of Oban, then don't miss a visit to McCaig's Tower, and finally identify plant and animal life at Parsley the Ambassador Cat.
Start your trip to Oban by creating a personalized itinerary on Inspirock.
You can drive from Glencoe to Oban in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. May in Oban sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Campbeltown.
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You can drive from Glencoe to Oban in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. May in Oban sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Campbeltown.
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Campbeltown — 3 nights
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Campbeltown; is a town and former royal burgh in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. Venture out of the city with trips to Tarbert (Loch Fyne Gallery & Royal Castle of Tarbert) and Isle of Gigha (Achamore Gardens & Gigha Gallery). There's lots more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at An Ceardach Garden, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Glen Scotia Distillery, look for all kinds of wild species at Machrihanish Seabird & Wildlife Observatory, and explore the ancient world of Davaar Island Cave Painting of the Crucifixion.
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You can drive from Oban to Campbeltown in 2.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Inveraray.
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You can drive from Oban to Campbeltown in 2.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Inveraray.
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Inveraray — 1 night
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Inveraray; is a town in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. Kick off your visit on the 19th (Fri): find something for the whole family at Argyll Adventure - Inveraray, look for gifts at Inveraray Woollen Mill, then step into the grandiose world of Kilchurn Castle, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Conan’s Kirk, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Glenorchy Parish Church.
For where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Inveraray travel route planner.
You can drive from Campbeltown to Inveraray in 2 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Balloch.
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For where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Inveraray travel route planner.
You can drive from Campbeltown to Inveraray in 2 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Balloch.
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Start off your visit on the 20th (Sat): get engrossed in the history at Denny Tank Museum.
For reviews, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Balloch road trip planning site.
You can drive from Inveraray to Balloch in an hour. Another option is to take a bus. In May in Balloch, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 7°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 20th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling to Alva.
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For reviews, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Balloch road trip planning site.
You can drive from Inveraray to Balloch in an hour. Another option is to take a bus. In May in Balloch, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 7°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 20th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling to Alva.
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Alva is a small town in Clackmannanshire, set in the Central Lowlands of Scotland. On the 20th (Sat), identify plant and animal life at Phoenix Falconry.
To see traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Alva trip itinerary planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Balloch to Alva. In May, plan for daily highs up to 16°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Glenrothes.
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To see traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Alva trip itinerary planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Balloch to Alva. In May, plan for daily highs up to 16°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Glenrothes.
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Glenrothes — 1 night
Glenrothes is a town situated in the heart of Fife, in east-central Scotland. Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sat): stop by Balbirnie Leather Company.
To find traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, read our Glenrothes trip planner.
Explore your travel options from Alva to Glenrothes with the Route module. In May, daily temperatures in Glenrothes can reach 16°C, while at night they dip to 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to go by car to St. Andrews.
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To find traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, read our Glenrothes trip planner.
Explore your travel options from Alva to Glenrothes with the Route module. In May, daily temperatures in Glenrothes can reach 16°C, while at night they dip to 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) early enough to go by car to St. Andrews.
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St. Andrews — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sun): look for gifts at Bears and Buddies Workshop.
To see other places to visit, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the St. Andrews online day trip planner.
Drive from Glenrothes to St. Andrews in an hour. In May, daily temperatures in St. Andrews can reach 16°C, while at night they dip to 6°C. You'll set off for Edinburgh on the 23rd (Tue).
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To see other places to visit, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the St. Andrews online day trip planner.
Drive from Glenrothes to St. Andrews in an hour. In May, daily temperatures in St. Andrews can reach 16°C, while at night they dip to 6°C. You'll set off for Edinburgh on the 23rd (Tue).
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Edinburgh — 4 nights
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Athens of the North
World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.Edinburgh is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, stop by Edinburgh Old Town, explore the striking landscape at Arthur's Seat, and learn more about the world around you at National Museum of Scotland.
For maps, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Edinburgh trip planner.
You can drive from St. Andrews to Edinburgh in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In May in Edinburgh, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 7°C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 27th (Sat) before leaving for home.
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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.
