SELF-DRIVE SCOTLAND

SELF-DRIVE SCOTLAND

12 days / 11 nights

2N Edinburgh – 3N Inverness or Speyside – 2N Isle of Skye – 2N Highlands – 2N Glasgow
   This itinerary can also be done with a private car and driver.

Day 1 Arrive into the Edinburgh Airport. Meet with the driver for your private transfer to the hotel. 

2 overnights in a hotel in Edinburgh.

Day 2 Full day at leisure to explore Edinburgh. Full of history and known for its literature – from the medieval Old Town to the Georgian New Town. The city is home to iconic landmarks like Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. 

Day 3 Pickup the rental car in Edinburgh and drive to Inverness. Drive through Cairngorms National Park to see its vast scenery. Possibly stopping to see the Kelpies. 3 overnights in a hotel in Inverness or Speyside area.

Day 4 Visit whiskey distilleries in the Speyside area and visit the Culloden battlefield, Glen Affric, and The Clava Cairns.

Day 5 Day trip to Loch Ness from Inverness using the rental car. Enjoy a cruise along the loch. Be captivated by the rich history, beautiful waters, and warm Highland hospitality.

Day 6 Drive to the Isle of Skye. The island has countless ways to enchant you with its mountain ranges, miles of dramatic coastline, farming (particularly sheep), and captivating history. 

2 overnights in a hotel on the Isle of Skye.

Day 7 Full day at leisure to explore the Isle of Skye. Walk the Quiraing, visit Dunvegan Castle, stop at The Fairy Glen, and watch for the wildlife.

Day 8 Depart the Isle of Skye, and then begin driving through the Highlands. 

2 overnights in a hotel in Glencoe or Fort William (Scottish Highlands). 

Day 9 Take time to leisurely drive through the Highlands, experiencing the vast and striking landscapes, stopping at the Jacobite Steam Train.

Day 10 Morning at leisure to explore the town. Then head to Glasgow, possibly stopping along the way to see Queen Elizabeth Forest Park or Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. Drop-off the rental car in the evening. 

2 overnights in a hotel in Glasgow.

Day 11 Explore Glasgow's music scene on a city walking tour, or uncover treasures inside the museums and art galleries. (Or join a bike tour of the city and its bridges)

Day 12 Transfer to Glasgow Airport for your departure flight home. (or add a night in Edinburgh if needed)