11-Day Scotland Self-Drive Tour

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Join a guided walking tour of Glasgow today and see the cathedral, magnificent George Square and the River Clyde, the former heart of the shipbuilding industry. Glasgow's success as a city was in industrialism, however, its fame came from its creativity - Glasgow is home to some of Scotland's most famous artists. Today, you'll see both sides!

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Leave Glasgow and drive north along the banks of Loch Lomond that look out across the peaks of the Highlands. You'll stop for a short cruise to appreciate the beauty of this famous loch. Then travel across the mountains to visit Inveraray Castle. This imposing Campbell family home, with its four conical spires, was built between 1746 and 1789. Continue your drive to Oban on the west coast where you'll stop for the day. Finish with a tour of Oban Distillery to learn about whiskey with a tasting.

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Take a ferry ride from Oban to the Isle of Mull, one of the most beautiful isles in the Hebrides. After a scenic drive through the mountains of Mull take another ferry to the peaceful Isle of Iona, the burial place of many Scottish kings. Visit Iona Abbey, where St. Columba founded Scotland’s first Christian settlement in the 6th century. Then enjoy some free time exploring anywhere else you wish to see before returning to Oban.

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Travel the scenic “Road to the Isles” passing Loch Shiel and the Glenfinnan Monument. You'll take the ferry across to the Isle of Skye, often called the “Misty Isle” due to the showers that drift across the mountains. Finish the day by visiting the Clan Donald Centre at Armadale Castle to discover the history of the clans of the region.

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Spend the whole day touring the Isle of Skye. Travel to Dunvegan Castle, the stronghold of the Chiefs of MacLeod for nearly 800 years, making it the oldest continuously inhabited castle in Scotland. Drive alongside the dramatic Trotternish Ridge and stop at Mealt Waterfall and the Kilt Rock. Then, continue to the most westerly point on Skye and walk to Neist Point Lighthouse along the most dramatic sea cliffs in Scotland, surrounded by sea birds.

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You'll take the Skye Bridge back to the mainland where you'll see your next stop in the distance, Eilean Donan Castle. As the main lookout for this corner of Scotland, the castle's historic merit has earned its well-known reputation - it's most recognised castle in all of Scotland. The self-drive tour continues towards the capital of the Highlands, Inverness where you'll stop for the night. Early evening, you'll have time to discover Inverness at your leisure.

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Hop in your rental car this morning to visit Scotland's most famous loch! Make your way to the Loch Ness Visitors Centre where you'll learn about the history of the loch and be introduced to the story of its monster. Take a cruise on the lake and spend the day on the shores of this famous and beautiful lake - keep an eye out for Nessie! Your time here will allow you to discover more about the legends and lore that surround the loch and the beautiful scenery that surrounds it.

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Back in your car this morning, you'll make your way to the capital with the option of some stops on the way. Visit Balmoral Castle, the summer home of the Royal Family in the Highlands or Braemar if the Queen is there! Continue south into Fife and down the east coast to St Andrews, the “home of Golf”. Wander around the charming cobbled streets of the medieval town and perhaps visit the British Golf Museum to learn more. Press on towards Edinburgh in the late afternoon.

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The best way to be introduced to Edinburgh is by joining a walking tour. With a guide, you'll be taken to the heart of the old town, walking up the Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle. Visiting inside the castle grounds overlooking the city, you'll hear the stories of the castle and the Stone of Scone. For the remainder of the day, you can explore the bustling Princes Street and the wide streets of the 200-year-old Georgian New Town where the city's best shopping is found.