Discover the classic highlights of Scotland on this itinerary ideal for first-time visitors. Visit Scotland’s best-known sightseeing spots at your own pace and enjoy the views of the countryside as you drive from stop to stop.

The car rental and hotel stays are included in this package, along with a bunch of other travel essentials that will help make this trip easy and unforgettable.

Self-guided tour | 9 days | 7 nights

Trip Highlights | United Kingdom

• Stirling - Oban - Skye - Inverness - Perth - Edinburgh

Inclusions

• Round-trip flight to Edinburgh  (if Flight & Hotel package option is chosen)
• 7 nights of accommodation in 3-star or 4-star hotels, as chosen
• Daily breakfast
• 7-day car rental in category chosen, including: CDW, Vehicle Damage Cover, vehicle theft protection, airport surcharge, vehicle license fee, local tax VAT
• Unlimited mileage: 4 plus day rentals
• Entrance to Edinburgh Castle
• Loch Ness by Jacobie - Freedom cruise
• Earn extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour

Day 1 | Depart Canada

• Fly to Edinburgh.

Day 2 | Edinburgh - Stirling

• Upon arrival at Edinburgh Airport, make your way to the car rental area to pick up your rental car, then drive to Stirling Castle, situated upon a volcanic plug with a wonderful view over Stirlingshire. After, head to Bannockburn’s interactive visitor’s centre, depicting one of the most important battles in Scottish history, or the Wallace Monument which commemorates William Wallace. 
• (Approximately 49 km)

Day 3 | Stirling – Loch Lomond – Oban / Fort William

• Leave Stirling and drive to the west coast via Loch Lomond, the largest lake in Great Britain, known for the tranquil beauty of its wooded shores and islands. 
• Continue along Loch Fyne and pass by Inveraray Castle and the charming homeland of the Duke of Argyll on your way to Oban, or take the scenic route via the rugged landscape of Rannoch Moor and Glencoe, one of the Scotland’s most famous valleys.
• (Approximately 156 km)
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•  Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 4 | Oban / Fort William – Isle of Skye

• Drive north and take a ferry from Mallaig to the Isle of Skye, or continue via Loch Lochy to Kyle of Lochalsh and take the bridge to the Isle of Skye, the largest and most scenic of the Hebridean Islands.
• (Approximately 225 km)
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•  Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 5 | Skye - Lock Ness – Inverness

• Travel east to Eilean Donan Castle, one of the most iconic landmarks in all of Scotland, then continue for Inverness via Loch Ness. You may choose to stop at Urquhart Castle situated on the banks of Loch Ness. Included, take a freedom cruise by Jacobite on Loch Ness for a chance at a glimpse of the elusive monster!
• (Approximately 191 km)
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•  Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 6 | Inverness – Pitlochry – Perth

• Drive east of Inverness where you can visit Cawdor Castle and its beautiful gardens, or drive south via Aviemore to explore the impressive Cairngorm Mountains. Continue to Pitlochry where you may choose to visit the smallest distillery in Scotland, the Edradour Distillery. Take a stroll through its historic village before continuing south to Perth.
• (Approximately 182 km)
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•  Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 7 | St Andrews – Fife – Edinburgh

• Visit St Andrews where golf has been played on the Old Course since the 15th century. After a few rounds, continue along the coast via the small fishing villages of Elie and Pittenweem and cross the Queensferry Crossing with its spectacular views of the Firth of Forth.
• (Approximately 70 km)
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•  Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 8 | Edinburgh

• Spend the day soaking up the atmosphere of this ancient city. Visit some of its many attractions, such as Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Royal Family’s official residence in Scotland. 
• Included entrance to Edinburgh Castle.

•  Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 9 | Return Home

After breakfast, return your car at the airport before boarding your flight home. 

• You may also wish to return your car the day prior in order to avoid delays.
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•  Meal(s): Breakfast

3-Star Accommodation

Stirling

• Golden Lion Hotel (or similar)

Oban

• Premier Inn Hotel (or similar)

Skye

• Royal Hotel Portree (or similar)

Inverness

• Priory Hotel (or similar)

Perth

• Bridge of Cally Hotel (or similar)

Edinburgh

• Brooks Hotel (or similar)

4-Star Accommodation

Stirling

• Stirling Highland (or similar)

Oban

• Corriegour Lodge (or similar)

Skye

• Skeabost Hotel (or similar)

Inverness

• Riverness Hotel (or similar)

Perth

• Fishers Hotel (or similar)

Edinburgh

• Market Street Hotel (or similar)

Important Information | Departure Dates | April 1, 2025 - October 31, 2026

Not included:

• Meals, unless specified
• Excursions and entrance fees to sites and facilities throughout the itinerary
• Gasoline, parking fees, toll fees, parking tickets, additional driver fees, GPS, Excess Waiver
• Car upgrades, additional insurance coverage, additional rental nights, late drop off fees, cross border fees, damage to tires, damaged wheels, lost keys
• Booster seats, baby seats, luggage racks
• Cross border fees
• Fuel, and tank must be returned full
• Gratuities
• Local city taxes (payable in Pounds at destination)
• Porterage

Transportation

• When booking your Fly & Drive, the first name added on the file is considered as the principle driver of the vehicle. Modifications or change of name to principle driver name will incur fees.
• Car Categories :
• Small Eco Manual - (4/5 door)            
• Medium Compact Automatic -  (4/5 door) 

Important Note

• The sequence of the itinerary may be altered for reasons beyond the supplier’s control, such as accommodation availability, weather, national events, strikes, etc.
• The sequence of the itinerary could vary, including the number of nights in each city and or county. Overnight stays could be confirmed on the final itinerary in the actual cities listed and or cities or towns in the general areas or counties.
• Kilometres are estimated, depending on the routes that drivers decide to navigate (main roads vs. scenic roads).