Scotland 10-Day Self-Drive Tours & Itineraries

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Sunset over the village of Portree on the Isle of Skye
Map of Scenic Scotland: Edinburgh, Highlands & Islands - 10 Days
Scenic Scotland: Edinburgh, Highlands & Islands - 10 Days

Taste your way through the Highlands and islands of Scotland on this 10-day self-drive itinerary that combines stunning scenery with unforgettable culinary excursions. Start in the capital of Edinburgh, where you'll visit local markets and artisan shops on a foodie's walking tour. Learn about the history and culture of the Highlands in Inverness, then head to the Hebrides to hop between the islands of Skye and Islay—where you'll savor local seafood and sample smoky single malts at the islands' famed distilleries.

 Stop as often as you'd like on Scotland's scenic North Coast 500 route
Map of Scotland North Coast 500 Road Trip - 10 Days
Scotland North Coast 500 Road Trip - 10 Days

The NC500 is Scotland's greatest road trip, and with this 10-day self-drive itinerary, you'll complete the full loop, reaching the northernmost tip of mainland Great Britain. When you're not soaking up the wild, untamed landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, you might be stomping through the halls of great castles, learning about the Jacobite uprising at real battlefields, or enjoying a dram or two at a top distillery. This 10-day trip combines the best of Scotland into a fun self-drive adventure.

Drive through the geological formations on the Scottish Isle of Skye
Map of Fast-Paced Scotland Highlights Tour - 10 Days
Fast-Paced Scotland Highlights Tour - 10 Days

This fast-paced 10-day jaunt through Scotland takes you from Edinburgh to Glasgow, crossing through the Scottish Highlands and out to the Isle of Skye. With just one night in nine different destinations, you'll rip across the country, taking in famous sights and spectacular nature, enjoying a whisky tasting, folk music night, and hot-air balloon ride. If you only have 10 days and want to see Scotland's highlights, this is the trip for you.

Machrie Moor Standing Stones circle on the Isle of Arran
Map of Island Hopping Scotland's Inner Hebrides - 10 Days
Island Hopping Scotland's Inner Hebrides - 10 Days

This thrilling 10-day Scotland adventure dives into the country's natural wonders, coastal beauty, and diverse islands. Pick up a car in vibrant Glasgow and cross to the Isle of Arran for a whisky tasting. Explore coastal Oban, the gateway to the Inner Hebrides, and cross to the Isle of Mull to meet wild eagles. Experience the rugged Isle of Skye and the verdant landscapes of Glen Coe and Glen Nevis. Across the 10 days, you'll be hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and sipping Scotland's finest single malts.

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