16 days in Scotland Itinerary
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Start: San Francisco
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Glasgow
— 1 day
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Strathaven
— 1 night
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Edinburgh
— 3 nights
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St. Andrews
— 2 nights
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Oban
— 3 nights
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Ulva Ferry
— 1 night
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Isle of Skye
— 2 nights
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Inverness
— 2 nights
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End: San Francisco
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Glasgow — 1 day
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Scotland's Style Capital
Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is known for its cultural heritage and the friendliness of its people.On the 22nd (Sun), admire the masterpieces at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, take in the spiritual surroundings of Glasgow Cathedral, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Glasgow Botanic Gardens.
To see where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read our Glasgow road trip website.
San Francisco, USA to Glasgow is an approximately 16-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is usually an 8 hour difference. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from San Francisco in May: high temperatures in Glasgow hover around 59°F and lows are around 44°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) so you can go by car to Strathaven.
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Strathaven — 1 night
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Strathaven is a historic market town in South Lanarkshire, Scotland and is the largest settlement in Avondale. Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Mon): step into the grandiose world of Craignethan Castle, then soothe aching muscles at Krishna Eco Farm, and then get outside with Strathaven Airfield.
For maps, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, read Strathaven driving holiday website.
You can drive from Glasgow to Strathaven in an hour. Expect a daytime high around 59°F in May, and nighttime lows around 43°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Edinburgh.
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For maps, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, read Strathaven driving holiday website.
You can drive from Glasgow to Strathaven in an hour. Expect a daytime high around 59°F in May, and nighttime lows around 43°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh — 3 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: explore the historical opulence of Edinburgh Castle, wander the streets of Edinburgh Old Town, don't miss a visit to The Real Mary King's Close, and steep yourself in history at Palace of Holyroodhouse.
For traveler tips, maps, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Edinburgh trip builder.
Getting from Strathaven to Edinburgh by car takes about 1.5 hours. May in Edinburgh sees daily highs of 58°F and lows of 43°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) to allow time to drive to St. Andrews.
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St. Andrews — 2 nights
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On the 27th (Fri), step off the mainland to explore Isle of May National Nature Reserve and then tee off at St Andrews Links. On the 28th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: savor the flavors at Cairn O'Mohr Fruit Wines and then pause for some photo ops at Bon Scott Statue.
To see maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the St. Andrews trip itinerary planner.
Drive from Edinburgh to St. Andrews in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. May in St. Andrews sees daily highs of 57°F and lows of 42°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Oban.
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Drive from Edinburgh to St. Andrews in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. May in St. Andrews sees daily highs of 57°F and lows of 42°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Oban.
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Oban — 3 nights
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Oban is a resort town within the Argyll and Bute council area of Scotland. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Oban: Lost Valley Trail (in Glencoe Village), Steall Waterfall (in Fort William) and Nevis Range Mountain Resort (in Torlundy). Next up on the itinerary: explore the striking landscape of Glencoe National Nature Reserve, look for all kinds of wild species at Finn Falconry, and contemplate the long history of Glenfinnan Viaduct.
To see where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Oban trip itinerary tool.
Traveling by car from St. Andrews to Oban takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 55°F in May, and nighttime lows around 44°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Tue) early enough to drive to Ulva Ferry.
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To see where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Oban trip itinerary tool.
Traveling by car from St. Andrews to Oban takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 55°F in May, and nighttime lows around 44°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Tue) early enough to drive to Ulva Ferry.
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Ulva Ferry — 1 night
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Ulva Ferry is a hamlet on the Hebridean island of Mull, on its west coast.Ulva Ferry is on the shore of Ulva Sound and the ferry connects Mull and the island of Ulva . Kick off your visit on the 1st (Wed): head off the coast to Staffa and then identify plant and animal life at Mull Charters.
To find where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Ulva Ferry route maker website.
Traveling by car from Oban to Ulva Ferry takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In May, plan for daily highs up to 55°F, and evening lows to 45°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) early enough to travel to Isle of Skye.
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To find where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Ulva Ferry route maker website.
Traveling by car from Oban to Ulva Ferry takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In May, plan for daily highs up to 55°F, and evening lows to 45°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Wed) early enough to travel 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.Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Thu): step into the grandiose world of Eilean Donan Castle and then explore the activities along Loch Coruisk. On your second day here, make a trip to Plockton Harbour and then get a dose of the wild on Calum's Seal Trips.
To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Isle of Skye online trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Ulva Ferry to Isle of Skye takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can travel. In June, plan for daily highs up to 59°F, and evening lows to 49°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Inverness.
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Inverness — 2 nights
Gateway to the Highlands
Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.On the 4th (Sat), witness the site of a historic battle at Culloden Battlefield, then gain some tasty knowledge on a distillery tour, and then catch a live performance at Northern Meeting Park. On the next day, take an exotic tour of Highland Wildlife & Birdwatch Safaris and then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.
To find reviews, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Inverness trip planner.
Traveling by car from Isle of Skye to Inverness takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In June, daily temperatures in Inverness can reach 62°F, while at night they dip to 47°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) so you can fly back 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.
