45 days in Scotland Itinerary

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

Change things up with these side-trips from Edinburgh: Isle of May National Nature Reserve (in Anstruther) and Glentress Forest (in Peebles). Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, explore the striking landscape at Arthur's Seat, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and take a stroll through Edinburgh Old Town.

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Singapore, Singapore to Edinburgh is an approximately 19.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Singapore to Edinburgh is minus 8 hours. Plan for cooler temperatures traveling from Singapore in May, with highs in Edinburgh at 17°C and lows at 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Glasgow.

Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is known for its cultural heritage and the friendliness of its people.

Get out of town with these interesting Glasgow side-trips: Blackstone Clydesdales & DIG-a-Day Experience (in Cumnock), Wreckspeditions (in Dunoon) and Puck's Glen (in Benmore). There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, walk around Kelvingrove Park, look for all kinds of wild species at Strathblane Falconry, and get engrossed in the history at People's Palace and Winter Gardens.

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You can drive from Edinburgh to Glasgow in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Glasgow can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sun) to allow time to drive 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. Explore Fort William's surroundings by going to The Golf Course @ Woodlands Glencoe (in Ballachulish), Glenfinnan Viaduct Trail (in Glenfinnan) and The Three Sisters (in Glencoe). Spend the 29th (Mon) exploring nature at Glencoe National Nature Reserve. And it doesn't end there: take in the views from Glenfinnan Viaduct, pause for some serene contemplation at Saint Andrew's Church, appreciate the history behind Commando Monument, and stroll through Devil's Staircase.

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You can drive from Glasgow to Fort William in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Plockton.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Sun): surround yourself with nature on Calum's Seal Trips, then don't miss a visit to Plockton Harbour, then savor the flavors at See The Highlands, and finally step into the grandiose world of Strome Castle. On the next day, step into the grandiose world of Eilean Donan Castle, then admire the natural beauty at Attadale Gardens, then don't miss a visit to Kishorn Selfie Box, and finally make a trip to Bealach na Ba Viewpoint.

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You can drive from Fort William to Plockton in 2 hours. In June in Plockton, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Gairloch.

Gairloch is a village, civil parish and community on the shores of Loch Gairloch in Wester Ross, in the North-West Highlands of Scotland. Change things up with these side-trips from Gairloch: Leckmelm Shrubbery & Arboretum (in Ullapool), Beinn Eighe Mountain Trail (in Kinlochewe) and Glen Torridon (in Shieldaig). There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Inverewe Garden, contemplate the waterfront views at Achnahaird Bay, tee off at Gairloch Golf Club, and stop by Treasure Chest.

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You can drive from Plockton to Gairloch in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in June, and nighttime lows around 10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Durness.

Durness is a village and civil parish in the north-west Highlands of Scotland. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Durness: Inchnadamph Old Parish Church Mausoleum (in Assynt), Dun Dornaigil Broch (in Altnaharra) and Kinlochbervie (Oldshoremore Beach, Sandwood Bay Beach, &more). There's lots more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Durness Beach, make a trip to Kylesku Bridge, Head underground at Smoo Cave, and enjoy the sand and surf at Balnakeil Beach.

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Traveling by car from Gairloch to Durness takes 3 hours. In June, daytime highs in Durness are 18°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Wick.

Stretching along both sides of the bay and divided by the eponymous river, Wick remains a good base for exploring the rugged northern coast of the Scottish mainland.

Explore Wick's surroundings by going to Duncansby Head (in John O'Groats), Brora (Brora Golf Club & Brora Beach) and Queen Elizabeth Castle of Mey Trust (in Thurso). The adventure continues: take an in-depth tour of Wick Heritage Museum, take in nature's colorful creations at Dunbeath Castle Gardens, delve into the distant past at Old St Peter's Church, and take a tour of Caithness Seacoast Ltd.

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Drive from Durness to Wick in 2.5 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Wick can reach 16°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Inverness.

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

Explore Inverness' surroundings by going to Dornoch (Royal Dornoch Golf Club & The Carnegie Whisky Cellars), St Ninians Church (in Drumnadrochit) and Dunrobin Castle and Gardens (in Golspie). Spend the 27th (Tue) exploring nature at Cairngorms National Park. There's lots more to do: learn insider's secrets on a distillery tour, identify plant and animal life at Highland Wildlife & Birdwatch Safaris, explore the historical opulence of Urquhart Castle, and play a few rounds at Castle Stuart Golf Links.

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You can drive from Wick to Inverness in 2.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in June, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) so you can catch the flight back home.