9 days in Scotland Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Scotland tour itinerary builder
Start: New York City
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Inverness
— 2 nights
Drive
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Isle of Skye
— 2 nights
Bus to Inverness, Fly to Stromness
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Stromness, Mainland
— 1 night
Fly
4
Edinburgh
— 3 nights
Fly
End: New York City
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Inverness — 2 nights
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Gateway to the Highlands
Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.On the 7th (Mon), witness the site of a historic battle at Culloden Battlefield, delve into the distant past at Clava Cairns, then tee off at Castle Stuart Golf Links, and finally explore the historical opulence of Inverness Castle. Keep things going the next day: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, go for a walk through Greig Street Bridge, then admire the sheer force of Fairy Glen Falls, and finally kick back and relax at Rosemarkie Beach.
To find maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Inverness tour itinerary builder app.
New York City, USA to Inverness is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time is 5 hours. Traveling from New York City in August, you will find days in Inverness are a bit cooler (65°F), and nights are colder (48°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) so you can drive 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 9th (Wed): explore the striking landscape at Trotternish Ridge, then admire the sheer force of Lealt Falls, and then take in the awesome beauty at Black Cuillin. On the 10th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get outside with Isle of Skye Wildlife Tours -Tours.
To see traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Isle of Skye trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from Inverness to Isle of Skye in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 61°F, and evening lows to 52°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Thu) to allow time for travel to Stromness.
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Stromness, Mainland — 1 night
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Stromness is the second-most populated town in Orkney, Scotland. Kick off your visit on the 11th (Fri): explore the ancient world of Ring of Brodgar, explore the ancient world of Maeshowe Chambered Cairn, then steep yourself in history at Barnhouse Neolithic Settlement, then steep yourself in history at Standing Stones of Stenness, and finally steep yourself in history at Click Mill.
To find reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Stromness travel itinerary planner.
You can do a combination of bus and flight from Isle of Skye to Stromness in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In August, daytime highs in Stromness are 61°F, while nighttime lows are 50°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to fly to Edinburgh.
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To find reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Stromness travel itinerary planner.
You can do a combination of bus and flight from Isle of Skye to Stromness in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In August, daytime highs in Stromness are 61°F, while nighttime lows are 50°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to fly 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 Castle and Dean Village are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Step off the beaten path and head to Holyrood Abbey and Craigmillar Castle. There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Georgian House, pause for some serene contemplation at St Giles' Cathedral, take in the views from Forth Road Bridge, and examine the collection at The Chocolatarium.
To see traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Edinburgh journey planner.
Fly from Stromness to Edinburgh in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of ferry and bus. August in Edinburgh sees daily highs of 65°F and lows of 49°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) to allow enough time to 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.
