Itinerary
- Day 1
Edinburgh
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Best Western Kings Manor)
Optional Activities
- Explore Topping & Company Booksellers of Edinburgh for vast collection and unique signed editions
- Walk up Calton Hill for stunning panoramic views of Edinburgh, especially magical at sunset
- Dinner at Taste of Italy for delightful Italian meal
Landmarks Topping & Company Booksellers of Edinburgh Calton Hill Taste of Italy 
- Day 2
Edinburgh to Saint Cyrus
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Limes Guesthouse Montrose)
Optional Activities
- Explore the University of St Andrews and discover the charming campus where Prince William and Princess Kate met
- Visit the ruins of St Andrews Cathedral and marvel at historic architecture with coastal views
- Discover the V&A Museum in Dundee and admire its ship-like architecture and varied exhibitions
- Stroll along the beach at St Cyrus and experience stunning cliff-top views
Landmarks University of St Andrews St Andrews Cathedral V&A Museum in Dundee St Cyrus 
- Day 3
Saint Cyrus to Balmoral
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Howe of Torbeg)
Optional Activities
- Visit Crawton Waterfall for a short walk from RSPB Scotland Fowlsheugh
- Admire Dunnottar Castle and enjoy breathtaking views of this iconic clifftop fortress
- Enjoy a Full Scottish Breakfast at Molly's Café Bar in Stonehaven with sea views
- Explore Balmoral Castle and walk the grounds of Queen Elizabeth II's favorite Scottish residence
- Hike to Prince Albert's Cairn with an optional two-kilometer hike from Royal Lochnagar Distillery
Landmarks Crawton Waterfall Dunnottar Castle Molly's Café Bar Balmoral Castle Prince Albert's Cairn Royal Lochnagar Distillery 
- Day 4
Ballater to Loch Ness
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Appin House B&B)
Optional Activities
- Stop in Inverness and consider visiting its castle
- Discover the ruins of Urquhart Castle, an iconic 13th-century castle on the western shore of Loch Ness
- Search for Nessie at Loch Ness and keep an eye on the water for the legendary monster
- Relax at Inverfarigaig Pier and discover this hidden gem offering peaceful views of Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle
Landmarks Inverness Urquhart Castle Loch Ness Inverfarigaig Pier - Day 5
Fort Augustus to Isle of Skye
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Burnside Cottage & Caravan Woodend)
Optional Activities
- Explore Eilean Donan Castle and step inside this beautifully rebuilt castle
- Visit Lean To Coffee - Skye Cafe for great coffee, friendly service, and local tips after crossing the Skye Bridge
- Discover Sligachan Old Bridge and take a short walk to capture beautiful photos
Landmarks Eilean Donan Castle Lean To Coffee - Skye Cafe Sligachan Old Bridge 
- Day 6
Isle of Skye
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Burnside Cottage & Caravan Woodend)
Optional Activities
- Spend your morning at Coral Beach for a beautiful, quiet walk to this stunning, less crowded beach
- Wander through The Fairy Glen and experience a magical walk among unique rolling hills
- Hike to The Storr and prepare for a challenging climb rewarded with breathtaking views
- Dine in Portree and always book ahead to secure a table
Landmarks Coral Beach The Fairy Glen The Storr Portree 
- Day 7
Isle of Skye
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Burnside Cottage & Caravan Woodend)
Optional Activities
- Enjoy breakfast at Bog Myrtle Skye for good coffee, breakfast, and friendly atmosphere
- Hike the Fairy Pools with a leisurely walk ranging from one to four hours exploring beautiful waterfalls
- Dine at Café Cúil for delicious food, coffee, and desserts with beautiful views
- Explore Dunvegan village for shops, restaurants, and a poetic sunset walk to an abandoned cemetery
Landmarks Bog Myrtle Skye Fairy Pools Café Cúil Dunvegan 
- Day 8
Isle of Skye to Glenfinnan
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Lochailort Inn)
Optional Activities
- Visit Neist Point Lighthouse and enjoy a beautiful half-hour walk with stunning views of the lighthouse and sea
- Explore Glenfinnan and settle into accommodation for a peaceful evening
- Discover Saint Mary & Saint Finnan Church with stunning panoramic backgrounds
- Walk around Glenfinnan Viewpoint to the shores of Loch Shiel for incredible views
Landmarks Neist Point Lighthouse Saint Mary & Saint Finnan Church Glenfinnan Viewpoint Loch Shiel 
- Day 9
Lochailort to Loch Lomond
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Queen of the Loch, Balloch by Marston's Inns)
Optional Activities
- Visit Glenfinnan Viaduct and take a walk from your hotel to see this famous Harry Potter filming location and witness the Jacobite train pass by between 10:45-11:00 AM or 13:20-13:35 PM
- Explore Glenfinnan Station Museum and experience the Harry Potter atmosphere as train wagons transform into shops and cafes
- Discover Dumbledore's Grave on Loch Eilt, an iconic film location on an island, but be prepared for boggy terrain
- Drive through Glencoe and make several stops to admire incredible natural panoramas
- Take a detour to Skyfall scene and drive through Glen Etive to see locations from the James Bond film
Landmarks Glenfinnan Viaduct Glenfinnan Station Museum Loch Eilt Glencoe Glen Etive 
- Day 10
Balloch to Edinburgh
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Best Western Kings Manor)
Optional Activities
- Explore Glasgow and take a brief stop in this major city
- Visit The National Wallace Monument in Stirling and enjoy a short 10-15 minute walk to this impressive monument
- Wander through Perth and discover this charming and picturesque town for lunch and a coffee break
Landmarks Glasgow The National Wallace Monument Perth - Day 11
Edinburgh
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Best Western Kings Manor)
Optional Activities
- Hike Arthur's Seat and enjoy a challenging yet rewarding walk with stunning panoramic views of Edinburgh
- Explore Grassmarket and discover this vibrant square with beautiful castle views and highly recommended ice cream parlor
- Visit the University of Edinburgh and explore the campus famously featured in the Netflix series 'One Day'
- Stroll along Victoria Street and wander through this charming street reminiscent of Harry Potter's Diagon Alley
- Visit Edinburgh Castle and explore the castle courtyard or take a full tour
- Discover Dean Village and take a short stroll through this picturesque part of the city
- Find Circus Lane and locate this picturesque alley, a true hidden gem perfect for stunning photos
- Browse Edinburgh Mercantile Ltd and discover this charming curiosity shop
- Catch a movie at The Scotsman Picturehouse and enjoy a film in this stylish cinema
Landmarks Arthur's Seat Grassmarket University of Edinburgh Victoria Street Edinburgh Castle Dean Village Circus Lane Edinburgh Mercantile Ltd The Scotsman Picturehouse - Day 12
Edinburgh to Airport
Optional Activities
- Explore National Galleries of Scotland and immerse yourself in art and culture
- Stroll along Princes Street and discover famous shops and Waterstones bookstore
- Browse Armchair Books and find a magical antique bookstore filled with unique treasures
- Visit Holyrood and explore the area around the Palace of Holyroodhouse and Holyrood Park
- Wander through Greyfriars Kirkyard Cemetery and discover this historic cemetery with fascinating stories
- See The Usher Hall and admire the architecture of this grand concert hall
Landmarks National Galleries of Scotland Princes Street Waterstones Armchair Books Palace of Holyroodhouse Holyrood Park Greyfriars Kirkyard Cemetery The Usher Hall
