14 days in Scotland Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United Kingdom trip planner
Start: Barcelona
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Edinburgh
— 1 day
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St. Andrews
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Aviemore
— 1 night
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Kingussie
— 1 night
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Newtonmore
— 2 nights
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Grantown-on-Spey
— 1 night
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Elgin
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Dochgarroch
— 2 nights
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Isle of Skye
— 2 nights
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Edinburgh
— 3 nights
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End: Barcelona
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Edinburgh — 1 day
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Athens of the North
World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.Your list of things to see and do now includes The Royal Mile, St Giles' Cathedral, Holyrood Abbey, and other attractions. On the 28th (Tue), step into the grandiose world of Edinburgh Castle, make a trip to The Royal Mile, contemplate the long history of Holyrood Abbey, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St Giles' Cathedral, then steep yourself in history at Inchcolm Abbey and Island, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Black Sands.
To see more things to do, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Edinburgh trip app.
Barcelona, Spain to Edinburgh is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Barcelona to Edinburgh is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Barcelona in June, things will get slightly colder in Edinburgh: highs are around 20°C and lows about 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to St. Andrews.
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For reviews, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our St. Andrews day trip planning website.
You can drive from Edinburgh to St. Andrews in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in June, and nighttime lows around 10°C. You'll set off for Aviemore on the 28th (Tue).
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You can drive from Edinburgh to St. Andrews in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in June, and nighttime lows around 10°C. You'll set off for Aviemore on the 28th (Tue).
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Aviemore — 1 night
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Aviemore is a town and tourist resort, situated within the Cairngorms National Park in the Highlands of Scotland. You've now added Glenmore Forest Park to your itinerary. On the 29th (Wed), identify plant and animal life at Craigellachie National Nature Reserve, take in the views from The Old Packhorse Bridge, and then explore the striking landscape of Glenmore Forest Park.
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Traveling by car from St. Andrews to Aviemore takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In June, daily temperatures in Aviemore can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Thu) so you can drive to Kingussie.
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Traveling by car from St. Andrews to Aviemore takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In June, daily temperatures in Aviemore can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Thu) so you can drive to Kingussie.
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Kingussie — 1 night
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Kingussie is a small town in the Highland region of Scotland. Kick off your visit on the 1st (Fri): experience rural life at Working Sheepdogs and then identify plant and animal life at RSPB - Insh Marshes.
To find maps, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, read Kingussie trip itinerary planning site.
Kingussie is just a short distance from Aviemore. In June, daily temperatures in Kingussie can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Newtonmore.
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To find maps, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, read Kingussie trip itinerary planning site.
Kingussie is just a short distance from Aviemore. In June, daily temperatures in Kingussie can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Newtonmore.
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Newtonmore — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 2nd (Sat): see the interesting displays at Clan Macpherson Museum and then tee off at Newtonmore Golf Club. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the sheer force of Pattack Falls, pause for some serene contemplation at Laggan Parish Church, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Grampian Mountains.
To see other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read Newtonmore vacation planner.
Newtonmore is just a short distance from Kingussie. In July, daytime highs in Newtonmore are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) so you can go by car to Grantown-on-Spey.
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To see other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read Newtonmore vacation planner.
Newtonmore is just a short distance from Kingussie. In July, daytime highs in Newtonmore are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) so you can go by car to Grantown-on-Spey.
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Grantown-on-Spey — 1 night
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Grantown-on-Spey is a town in the Highland Council Area, historically within the county of Moray. Start off your visit on the 4th (Mon): see the interesting displays at Grantown Museum, tee off at Grantown Golf Course, then identify plant and animal life at Abernethy National Nature Reserve, and finally pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Grantown Antiques and Collectables.
Plan trip to Grantown-on-Spey with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.
Explore your travel options from Newtonmore to Grantown-on-Spey with the Route module. In July, daily temperatures in Grantown-on-Spey can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Elgin.
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Plan trip to Grantown-on-Spey with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.
Explore your travel options from Newtonmore to Grantown-on-Spey with the Route module. In July, daily temperatures in Grantown-on-Spey can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Elgin.
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Elgin is a former cathedral city and Royal Burgh in Moray, Scotland. For where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, use the Elgin trip itinerary maker app.
You can drive from Grantown-on-Spey to Elgin in an hour. In July, daily temperatures in Elgin can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. On the 4th (Mon), you'll travel to Dochgarroch.
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You can drive from Grantown-on-Spey to Elgin in an hour. In July, daily temperatures in Elgin can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. On the 4th (Mon), you'll travel to Dochgarroch.
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Dochgarroch — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 5th (Tue): explore the activities along Loch Ness.
To see photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Dochgarroch visit app.
You can drive from Elgin to Dochgarroch in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, daily temperatures in Dochgarroch can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. On the 6th (Wed), you're off to Isle of Skye.
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To see photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Dochgarroch visit app.
You can drive from Elgin to Dochgarroch in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, daily temperatures in Dochgarroch can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. On the 6th (Wed), you're off 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.On the 7th (Thu), take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Black Cuillin and then look for all kinds of wild species at Loch Coruisk. Keep things going the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Talisker Beach and then get a dose of the wild on Isle of Skye Wildlife Tours -Tours.
To find ratings, maps, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Isle of Skye vacation builder site.
Drive from Dochgarroch to Isle of Skye in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. When traveling from Dochgarroch in July, plan for little chillier days in Isle of Skye, with highs around 19°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh — 3 nights
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Athens of the North
Your day by day itinerary now includes The Royal Mile, St Giles' Cathedral, Holyrood Abbey, and other attractions you added. Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sat): take in the dramatic natural features at Castle Rock, make a trip to The Royal Mile, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St Giles' Cathedral, then examine the collection at Museum On The Mound, and finally steep yourself in history at Gilmerton Cove. Keep things going the next day: take in the views from Forth Bridge, then contemplate the long history of Inchcolm Abbey and Island, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Old Calton Burial Ground, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Holyrood Abbey.
To find other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Edinburgh trip tool.
You can drive from Isle of Skye to Edinburgh in 4.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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To find other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Edinburgh trip tool.
You can drive from Isle of Skye to Edinburgh in 4.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (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.
Aviemore and the Cairngorms travel guide
Loch Ness Region travel guide
Few places in the world have inspired more mystery and wonder than Loch Ness. Famed as the home of the legendary Loch Ness monster, the iconic lake sits in the Scottish Highlands, fringed by rolling hills and dense patches of forest. Many people take a trip to Loch Ness for the chance to catch a glimpse of the mythical beast, allegedly seen countless times by those with a keen eye and vivid imagination--you'll find an endless supply of blurry images to "prove" the monster's existence. Even if you don't believe in Nessie, a trip to Loch Ness offers you the perfect chance to soak up some picturesque Scottish scenery, admire the crumbling ruins of the adjacent castle, and open your mind to the possibilities of the supernatural.
