19 days in Scottish Highlands, Isle of Skye & Troon Itinerary
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Start: Dublin
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Inverness
— 2 nights
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Golspie
— 1 night
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Thurso
— 1 night
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Wick
— 2 nights
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Lochinver
— 1 night
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Ullapool
— 2 nights
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Applecross
— 1 night
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Kyle of Lochalsh
— 1 night
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Isle of Skye
— 2 nights
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Fort William
— 3 nights
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Troon
— 2 nights
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End: Dublin
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Inverness — 2 nights
Gateway to the Highlands
Venture out of the city with trips to Carrbridge Artists Studio (in Carrbridge), Aviemore (Highland Wildlife & Birdwatch Safaris & Aviemore Ring Cairn & Stone Circle) and RZSS Highland Wildlife Park (in Kincraig). The adventure continues: savor the flavors at Food & Drink, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, steep yourself in history at Urquhart Castle, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Inverness Cathedral.
For more things to do, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read Inverness trip app.
Dublin, Ireland to Inverness is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and train. May in Inverness sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to drive to Golspie.
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Dublin, Ireland to Inverness is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and train. May in Inverness sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to drive to Golspie.
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Golspie — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 26th (Fri): admire the natural beauty at Dunrobin Castle and Gardens, then enjoy the sand and surf at Brora Beach, then tee off at Brora Golf Club, and finally kick back and relax at Embo Beach.
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Getting from Inverness to Golspie by car takes about 1.5 hours. In May in Golspie, expect temperatures between 15°C during the day and 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Fri) early enough to drive to Thurso.
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Getting from Inverness to Golspie by car takes about 1.5 hours. In May in Golspie, expect temperatures between 15°C during the day and 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Fri) early enough to drive to Thurso.
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Thurso — 1 night
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On the 27th (Sat), get great views at Dunnet Head, then explore the historical opulence of Queen Elizabeth Castle of Mey Trust, then brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Dunnet Bay Distillery, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Dunnet Bay.
To find other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read Thurso road trip tool.
Traveling by car from Golspie to Thurso takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In May, plan for daily highs up to 13°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sat) so you can drive to Wick.
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Traveling by car from Golspie to Thurso takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In May, plan for daily highs up to 13°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sat) so you can drive to Wick.
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Wick — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 28th (Sun): get engrossed in the history at Clan Gunn Museum, then admire the natural beauty at Dunbeath Castle Gardens, then stroll through Sinclair's Bay, and finally get great views at Duncansby Head. Here are some ideas for day two: don't miss a visit to Whaligoe Steps, step aboard Caithness Seacoast Ltd, and then take an in-depth tour of Wick Heritage Museum.
To find maps, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Wick trip itinerary builder app.
Wick is very close to Thurso. In May, daily temperatures in Wick can reach 13°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Mon) early enough to drive to Lochinver.
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Wick is very close to Thurso. In May, daily temperatures in Wick can reach 13°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Mon) early enough to drive to Lochinver.
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Lochinver — 1 night
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Your day by day itinerary now includes Drumbeg Loop. Start off your visit on the 30th (Tue): tour the pleasant surroundings at Achmelvich Beach, don't miss a visit to Clachtoll Broch, then take a memorable drive along Drumbeg Loop, and finally make a trip to Stoer Lighthouse.
To find ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Lochinver trip itinerary website.
Getting from Wick to Lochinver by car takes about 3 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 14°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) early enough to drive to Ullapool.
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Getting from Wick to Lochinver by car takes about 3 hours. In May, plan for daily highs up to 14°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) early enough to drive to Ullapool.
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Ullapool — 2 nights
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On the 31st (Wed), hike along Lael Forest Walks, then paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour, and then hike along Beinn Eighe Mountain Trail. Here are some ideas for day two: get engrossed in the history at Ullapool Museum, then look for gifts at Highland Stonewear, Ullapool, then take in breathtaking views at Corrieshalloch Gorge, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Leckmelm Shrubbery & Arboretum.
To find more things to do, maps, photos, and more tourist information, use the Ullapool road trip planning tool.
Getting from Lochinver to Ullapool by car takes about an hour. In May, plan for daily highs up to 15°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) so you can go by car to Applecross.
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Getting from Lochinver to Ullapool by car takes about an hour. In May, plan for daily highs up to 15°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) so you can go by car to Applecross.
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Applecross — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): don't miss a visit to Kishorn Selfie Box, then make a trip to Bealach na Ba Viewpoint, then look for gifts at The Coalshed, and finally view the masterpieces at Applecross Photographic Gallery.
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Drive from Ullapool to Applecross in 2.5 hours. In June, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) so you can drive to Kyle of Lochalsh.
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Drive from Ullapool to Applecross in 2.5 hours. In June, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) so you can drive to Kyle of Lochalsh.
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Kyle of Lochalsh — 1 night
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On the 3rd (Sat), steep yourself in history at Eilean Donan Castle, admire the natural beauty at Attadale Gardens, then surround yourself with nature on Calum's Seal Trips, and finally explore the historical opulence of Strome Castle.
For ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read our Kyle of Lochalsh road trip website.
Getting from Applecross to Kyle of Lochalsh by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Isle of Skye.
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Getting from Applecross to Kyle of Lochalsh by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Isle of Skye.
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Isle of Skye — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sun): take in the dramatic natural features at The Old Man of Storr, then explore the striking landscape at The Quiraing, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Kilt Rock. Keep things going the next day: take in the dramatic scenery at The Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle, Isle of Skye and then step into the grandiose world of Dunvegan Castle & Gardens.
To see more things to do, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read Isle of Skye online holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Kyle of Lochalsh to Isle of Skye takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June in Isle of Skye, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can go by car to Fort William.
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To see more things to do, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read Isle of Skye online holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Kyle of Lochalsh to Isle of Skye takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June in Isle of Skye, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can go by car to Fort William.
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Fort William — 3 nights
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You'll find plenty of places to visit near Fort William: The Three Sisters (in Glencoe) and Lost Valley Trail (in Glencoe Village). Spend the 6th (Tue) exploring nature at Glencoe National Nature Reserve.
For photos, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Fort William trip planner.
You can drive from Isle of Skye to Fort William in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Troon.
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You can drive from Isle of Skye to Fort William in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Troon.
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Troon — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 9th (Fri): tee off at Prestwick Golf Club, then step into the grandiose world of Culzean Castle, and then play a few rounds at Kilmarnock Barassie Golf Club. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Gallery 2, see the interesting displays at Dalgarven Mill, then tee off at Western Gailes Golf Club, and finally pause for some photo ops at War Memorial Troon.
To see where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Troon trip planner.
You can drive from Fort William to Troon in 3 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Troon can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) so you can go by car back home.
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You can drive from Fort William to Troon in 3 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Troon can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) so you can go by car back home.
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Scottish Highlands travel guide
The Scottish Highlands are the reason why Scotland looks like nowhere else in the world. The rugged landscapes of the Highlands are at once formidable and beautiful. Perhaps the best way to experience the awe-inspiring natural wonders of the region is by including a leisurely road trip in your itinerary. A journey through the Highlands is a journey through the history of our planet, as the ancient rocks were formed over a period of hundreds of millions of years. The region contains some of Europe’s most extensive wilderness areas, many of which have been designated as national parks and are essential places to visit for any nature lover. Dotted with small fishing villages, the region is also a foodie's paradise, offering arguably some of the finest fresh seafood and venison delicacies in the world.
