9 days in Scotland Itinerary

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Edinburgh
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Glencoe
— 2 nights
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Fort William
— 1 night
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4
Isle of Skye
— 1 night
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Fort Augustus
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Clachtoll
— 1 night
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Inverness
— 1 night
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Aberdeen
— 1 night
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Edinburgh
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Edinburgh

Athens of the North

To find other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Edinburgh online tour planner.

Porto, Portugal to Edinburgh is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Porto in October, expect Edinburgh to be slightly colder, temps between 15°C and 7°C. You will leave for Glencoe on the 10th (Tue).
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Glencoe — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Tue): look for all kinds of wild species at Loch Linnhe Picnic Area, then look for all kinds of wild species at Glen Etive, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at The Three Sisters. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Wed): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Glencoe National Nature Reserve.

To see reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Glencoe trip planner.

You can drive from Edinburgh to Glencoe in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. In October in Glencoe, expect temperatures between 15°C during the day and 7°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Fort William.
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Fort William — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Thu): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Nevis Range Mountain Resort, make a trip to Neptune's Staircase, contemplate the long history of Glenfinnan Monument, then don't miss a visit to Glenfinnan Viaduct, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Loch Shiel.

To find other places to visit, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read our Fort William trip app.

Fort William is just a stone's throw from Glencoe. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) so you can drive to Isle of Skye.
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Isle of Skye — 1 night

On the 13th (Fri), explore the striking landscape 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.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, read Isle of Skye online vacation planner.

Getting from Fort William to Isle of Skye by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 14°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Fort Augustus.
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Fort Augustus

To find where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Fort Augustus trip planner.

You can drive from Isle of Skye to Fort Augustus in 2 hours. Traveling from Isle of Skye in October, expect slightly colder with lows of 5°C in Fort Augustus. On the 14th (Sat), you'll travel to Clachtoll.
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Clachtoll — 1 night

On the 14th (Sat), admire the sheer force of Clashnessie Falls and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Clachtoll Beach Campsite.

To see photos, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Clachtoll trip itinerary builder.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Fort Augustus to Clachtoll. October in Clachtoll sees daily highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) early enough to drive to Inverness.
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Inverness — 1 night

Gateway to the Highlands

Start off your visit on the 15th (Sun): explore the ancient world of Clava Cairns, witness the site of a historic battle at Culloden Battlefield, and then learn insider's secrets on a distillery tour.

For photos, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Inverness visit planner.

Traveling by car from Clachtoll to Inverness takes 2.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in October, and nighttime lows around 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Aberdeen.
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Aberdeen — 1 night

Flower of Scotland

Start off your visit on the 16th (Mon): appreciate the extensive heritage of The Burns Memorial garden, then step into the grandiose world of Dunnottar Castle, then stroll around David Welch Winter Gardens, and finally wander the streets of Footdee (Fittie). Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Tue): visit a coastal fixture at Buchan Ness Lighthouse, then get engrossed in the history at Peterhead Prison Museum, then examine the collection at Aberdeen Maritime Museum, and finally test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

For reviews, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Aberdeen tour itinerary planning website.

Traveling by car from Inverness to Aberdeen takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 15°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh

Athens of the North

To find photos, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Edinburgh trip planner.

Getting from Aberdeen to Edinburgh by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train; or take a bus. You'll set off for home on the 17th (Tue).
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Scotland travel guide

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Castles · Specialty Museums · Distilleries
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.
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