Simply Scotland

Landing in Glasgow or Edinburgh collect your vehicle and travel north towards the nearby town of Stirling. On route enjoy possible stops at Falkirk home of engineering masterpiece the Falkirk Wheel or the magnificent sculpture of the Kelpies. Arriving in historic Stirling you can visit the towering Wallace Monument erected in dedication to the Great Scottish Hero Braveheart William Wallace or see the infamous battlefield at Bannockburn. Then to explore the cobbled town itself, climb to Stirling Castle which rivals that of Edinburgh for its historic significance and beauty.

Overnight: Stirling area

Journey details: 30 miles / 1 hour (approx.), if starting at Edinburgh Airport*

Today get your first flavour of Scotland’s raw natural beauty, passing firstly through the Trossachs National Park and along the “bonny banks” of Loch Lomond where you can take a cruise on the peaceful waters. Your journey then takes you over the desolate and awe-inspiring Rannoch Moor before arriving in Glencoe valley offering a potential stop at the Glencoe visitor centre which marks the place of the infamous clan battle. A short journey North you’ll find the port town of Fort William where you can pass in the shadow of Ben Nevis (Britain’s highest peak) or visit the Ben Nevis whisky distillery.

Overnight: Fort William or Glencoe

Meals: Breakfast included

Journey details: 100 miles / 2hrs 20mins (approx.)*

Continue in to the untamed highlands; you can journey part of the "Road to the Isles" stopping to see the Glenfinnan Monument dedicated to Bonnie Prince Charlie and the magnificent Glenfinnan viaduct, made famous in the Harry Potter movies and the Hogwarts Express. Then double back to the main road to pass through the great glen and along the banks of the eerie Loch Ness as you try to spot Nessie. Visit Scottish icon Urquhart Castle on the shores of the Loch before arriving in Inverness, the capital of the highlands, and exploring the Castle and Museum.

Overnight: Inverness area

Meals: Breakfast included

Journey details: 65 miles / 105 km, 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)*

Dedicate today to exploring the outlying Highlands surrounding Inverness; here you will find the eerie Culloden Moor Visitor Centre, site of the ancient battlefield where the Jacobites rose against the English. Also nearby are the intriguing standing stones of the Clava Cairns which inspired the Outlander series. Cultural sites you can visit include the contrasting castles of Cawdor Castle and Fort George; the former is a turreted, fairy-tale mansion romantically connected to Shakespeare's Macbeth whilst the latters demonstrates 18th century military engineering at its best.

Overnight: Inverness area

Meals: Breakfast included

Today pass south in to the heart of Scotland and through the hills and woodland of the Cairngorm National Park, a haven for walkers and wildlife lovers. You may choose to ride on the Cairngorm Mountain railway, visit the Speyside Heather Centre or tour one of the many Whisky distilleries in the area to discover the secrets of Scotland’s “water of life”. At the charming Victorian town of Pitlochry you can visit the magnificent Blair Castle before making your way back to Edinburgh, the magnificent Scottish Capital. Return your vehicle at the airport before proceeding in to the city.

Overnight: Edinburgh

Meals: Breakfast included

Journey details: 155 miles / 3hrs 15mins (approx.)*

The final day of your trip can be spent discovering the magnificent city of Edinburgh, best explored on foot and public transport. From the winding streets of the cobbled old town to the wide avenues of the opulent Georgian Edinburgh holds a unique atmosphere. Visit Royal sites such as the Palace of Holyrood House or the Royal Yacht Britannia in Leith Docks or view the modern Scottish Parliament building. The highlight of your day will be climbing the Royal Mile to the city's centrepiece at the magnificent Edinburgh Castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels, the Stone of Destiny and St Margaret's Chapel.

Overnight: Edinburgh

Meals: Breakfast included

Enjoy a final breakfast in your hotel before checking out. You may have a chance for some last-minute souvenir shopping or sightseeing (luggage can be stored at your hotel) before making your way back to Edinburgh or Glasgow Airports to check-in for your return flight to your home nation.

Meals: Breakfast included