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10 Day Scotland Itinerary, incl. Edinburgh and Isle of Skye
The northern reaches of Scotland unfold over 10 days across 14 destinations including Kirkwall, Stornoway, and Portree. Marvel at 5,000-year-old Skara Brae, trek the Quiraing on Skye, and visit the Italian Chapel in Orkney. Nine nights' accommodation and breakfasts included for £4,200.
- Days 1-2
Edinburgh to the Northern Highlands
Your journey begins at Edinburgh's Bus Station at 8:15 AM. The route to Inverness winds through stunning Highland scenery with stops at Glencoe and Loch Ness for photos. One traveler shared, "The places visited were special, especially the Orkneys and Western Hebrides islands which did not disappoint." On day 2 you'll travel to John o'Groats and cross Pentland Firth to Orkney. Bring motion sickness tablets for the ferry ride.
- Days 3-4
Orkney Islands & Ullapool
Spend day 3 exploring Orkney's UNESCO sites. You'll visit the 5,000-year-old Skara Brae settlement and walk among the ancient Ring of Brodgar stones. Pack waterproof clothing since Orkney weather changes quickly. On day 4 you'll return to mainland Scotland and travel to Ullapool via the North Coast. Stop for lunch at the atmospheric Ardvreck Castle ruins.
- Days 5-6
Ullapool & The Outer Hebrides
Take a morning wildlife cruise from Ullapool to spot seals and dolphins around the Summer Isles. The next day brings a 2.5-hour ferry ride to Stornoway on Lewis and Harris. Visit the Butt of Lewis lighthouse for incredible Atlantic views. Make sure to try Stornoway's famous black pudding for dinner.
- Days 7-8
Lewis, Harris & Skye
Visit the ancient Callanish Standing Stones (closed September 2024-March 2025) and explore traditional blackhouse villages. Day 8 takes you to Luskentyre Beach on Harris, with its Caribbean-like white sand and blue water. Bring sunglasses for beach time but be ready for quick weather shifts. An afternoon ferry brings you to the colorful town of Portree on Skye.
- Days 9-10
Isle of Skye & Return
Start early on Skye to avoid crowds at the Quiraing and Kilt Rock. Your final day includes visits to Eilean Donan Castle and Ben Nevis before arriving back in Edinburgh around 7 PM. Book a hotel in Edinburgh for your last night since you'll get in late.
10 Day Scotland Itinerary, incl. Edinburgh and Isle of Skye
Scotland's diverse landscapes shine over 10 days through 7 destinations including Glasgow's Victorian streets, Isle of Skye's misty landscapes, and Edinburgh's royal monuments. Features 8 nights' accommodation, 8 breakfasts, and 7 dinners, including interactive cooking experiences.
- Days 1-2
Glasgow
Begin in Scotland's biggest city. Plan for an afternoon arrival to skip rush hour traffic from the airport. Your first evening features a bagpipe demonstration at the National Piping Centre. Wear comfortable shoes since you'll be standing during the lesson. Stop by the Centre's restaurant for modern Scottish dishes made with local ingredients.
- Day 3
Ballachulish
Travel north into the dramatic Highland scenery. Plan for a 2-hour morning whisky distillery tour but eat a good breakfast first. The drive to Ballachulish takes about 3 hours with stops. Book a loch-view room at your hotel for beautiful sunset views over Loch Linnhe.
- Day 4
Isle of Skye
Take the morning Mallaig-Armadale ferry (45 minutes). Sit on the port side for the best views. Plan for a 6-hour drive across Skye including stops. Bring rain gear regardless of the forecast as Skye's weather shifts quickly. Stop for lunch at one of the charming cafes around Portree's colorful harbor.
- Day 5
Loch Ness Region
The morning drive through the Great Glen offers endless photo opportunities. Get to Urquhart Castle by 10 AM to beat the crowds. Take the Loch Ness cruise right from the castle dock. The upper deck gives you better views. The drive to Thurso takes about 4 hours. Fill your tank in Inverness as gas stations are limited after that.
- Day 6
Orkney Islands
The Orkney ferry crossing takes about 2 hours and depends on weather. Pack motion sickness medicine just in case. Bring warm clothes for Skara Brae as it's very exposed to North Sea winds. A visitor noted: "The Standing Stones of Stenness were incredible at sunset - but bring a windproof jacket as there's zero shelter."
- Day 7
Inverness Area
Visit Dunrobin Castle when it opens at 10:30 AM. See the gardens before your tour. Spend the afternoon at Culloden Battlefield. Start at the visitor center to understand the site's history before walking the moor. Look for red deer near your Inverness hotel at dusk.
- Day 8
Edinburgh
Start with the morning sheepdog demonstration at the Highland farm. Plan to reach Edinburgh after 3 PM when hotel check-in is quieter. Save room for the evening cooking class with whisky pairings by having a late lunch.
- Days 9-10
Edinburgh
Visit Edinburgh Castle right when it opens at 9:30 AM. The Crown Jewels get very busy by midday. Wear good walking shoes for the Royal Mile tour as the cobblestones are steep. Use your final afternoon to explore the hidden closes off the Royal Mile for quieter photo spots away from crowds.
10 Day Scotland Itinerary, incl. Edinburgh and Isle of Skye
Ten magnificent days across 11 Scottish destinations, from Edinburgh's historic center to the remote Hebrides. Take in St Andrews University, Cairngorms National Park, and three Scottish islands - Skye, Mull, and Iona, with 9 breakfasts and 5 dinners included.
- Days 1-2
Edinburgh & St Andrews
Visit Edinburgh Castle right when it opens at 9:30 AM to avoid crowds. One traveler noted: "The castle views are best in early morning light before tour buses arrive." On day 2 take the 2-hour coastal drive to St Andrews. You'll need 2-3 hours to explore the medieval ruins and famous golf courses.
- Days 3-4
Cairngorms & Inverness
Stay in the Cairngorms area to explore both the national park and Royal Deeside. The Balmoral Arms offers comfortable accommodation but remember to pack layers for unpredictable mountain weather. In Inverness try the local whisky distilleries. A recent visitor shared: "The Highland Folk Museum was a highlight - it really brings Scottish history to life, especially if you're an Outlander fan."
- Days 5-7
Highlands & Isle of Skye
The Inverness to Skye drive takes 3 hours. Stop at Culloden Battlefield before 11 AM to avoid crowds and make time for Loch Ness. Pack good walking shoes for Skye's rocky trails at the Quiraing and Old Man of Storr. One traveler advised: "The weather changes every 20 minutes on Skye, bring waterproof layers and be flexible with your plans."
- Days 8-9
Isle of Mull & Iona
Book the morning ferry from Mallaig to Mull in advance during summer. The Iona crossing takes 45 minutes and depends on tides. Stay in Tobermory with its picturesque waterfront. The Western Isles Hotel provides excellent harbor views.
- Day 10
Stirling & Return to Edinburgh
On your 5-hour return trip stop at Stirling Castle. Arrive at opening time (9:30 AM) to see the Great Hall and Royal Palace without crowds. It's about an hour more to Edinburgh from there.
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What people love about 10 day Scotland tours
- A Scottish Journey
This was our first overseas trip and we could not have asked for a better experience! The tour guide, Rob Carr, was excellent - so knowledgeable, humorous and so caring about all of our group. He added so much with his stories and when we had bad weather, he was adept at changing things on the fly and taking us to see the sights off the beaten path. The tour featured a great mix of Scottish history, beautiful scenery and good fellowship between the other folks on the trip.
- Scottish Clans & Castles - 10 Days/9 Nights
Meals were very good. The shower didn't work at the Balmacara hotel. would be nice to have more free time.
- Bonnie Scotland with London
My husband and I very much enjoyed our tour through Scotland. The tour guide Tom was knowledgeable and kept us interested without drowning us in a myriad of dates and names of Kings and Queens. He was totally in control ensuring everyone was on the bus and at each event checking everything had been arranged and that our group was expected before he would let us off the bus. The Scottish driver Dave was excellent and we felt safe despite the narrow roads. On the down side, we wish we could have had more free time to explore in Glasgow, Aberdeen and Edinburgh. The guided tours of Glasgow and Edinburgh turned out to be pointing out various buildings on way to the castle or as we drove out of the cities on our way to the day's tour highlight rather than a proper city tour. The London part was disappointing with the aspect of being part of a tour. The hotel, although nice, was over 1 1/2 hours by bus away from King's Cross station. The tour director did not take the opportunity to point out the various historic sites along the way. Many key highlights were not included in the scheduled familiarization of London bus tour such as Tower Bridge and the Tower of London. Once the bus tour was over we were left to fend for ourselves. There was no concern/interest shown to ensure transportation arrangements at the end of the tour were in hand etc...a stark contrast to the Scottish part of the trip.