Scotland · Road trips
The Highlands and Skye
Empty roads, huge valleys and a misty island.
- Length
- 4 days
- Best for
- Couples who love the outdoors
- When to go
- May, June or September
Where you'll go
Edinburgh
Start in the medieval Old Town.
Glencoe
One of Scotland's most dramatic valleys.
Isle of Skye
Sea cliffs, rock towers and clear pools.
The plan
- Day 1
Edinburgh
Walk the Old Town and climb Arthur's Seat for the view across the city.
- Day 2
Drive to Glencoe
Head north past Loch Lomond, stopping often. The road through Glencoe is the highlight.
- Day 3
Over to Skye
Cross the Skye Bridge and settle in somewhere near Portree.
- Day 4
The best of Skye
Walk to the Old Man of Storr and visit the Fairy Pools before the drive home.
Good to know: Skye's accommodation fills up early in summer, so book before anything else.
Don't tell them yet.
Turn this trip into a surprise, and reveal it with a letter they can open.
