Motorcycling the Scottish Highlands
Tucson, United States
Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom
4 more places
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Inverness, United Kingdom
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
From May 15, 2025
to Jun 15, 2025 (Flexible)
Trip Details
I intend to rent a motorcycle (and perhaps one for a companion), and travel the Scottish Highlands for at least several weeks, staying in local B&Bs or Family run hotels. I want to meet the people of Scotland, eat their food (yes, haggis too), definitely drink their scotch, visit their castles, museums and historic sites. I might include a side excursion to the Isle of Man to catch at least a day of the TT.
I'm interested in visiting Manchester, because my Great Grandfather came from there. Might also want to spend a couple days in London.
Depending on finances and energy, I might consider jumping over to the continent for a while.
Itineraries
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Certainly! Here's a road trip itinerary for exploring the Scottish Highlands:
Day 1: Inverness
- Arrive in Inverness and explore the city, visit Inverness Castle and stroll along the banks of the River Ness.
- Optional: Take a boat cruise on Loch Ness to search for the legendary Loch Ness Monster.
Day 2: Isle of Skye
- Drive to the Isle of Skye, crossing the Skye Bridge.
- Visit the Fairy Pools and the Old Man of Storr for stunning natural beauty.
- Explore the charming town of Portree and enjoy fresh seafood for dinner.
Day 3: Eilean Donan Castle and Glen Coe
- Drive to Eilean Donan Castle and take a tour of this iconic castle set on a small island.
- Continue to Glen Coe, known for its dramatic landscapes and hiking opportunities.
- Optional: Hike the Lost Valley trail in Glen Coe for breathtaking views.
Day 4: Fort William and Ben Nevis
- Drive to Fort William and take the gondola up to the Nevis Range for panoramic views of Ben Nevis and the surrounding mountains.
- Explore the town of Fort William and visit the West Highland Museum.
- Optional: Hike or take a guided tour up Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK.
Day 5: Cairngorms National Park
- Drive to Cairngorms National Park and explore the stunning landscapes.
- Visit the Highland Wildlife Park to see native Scottish wildlife.
- Optional: Take a guided hike or mountain bike ride in the park.
Day 6: Culloden Battlefield and Speyside
- Visit the Culloden Battlefield and learn about the historic Jacobite Rising.
- Drive to the Speyside region, known for its whisky distilleries.
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Day 1: Inverness
- Arrive in Inverness and explore the city, visit Inverness Castle and stroll along the banks of the River Ness.
- Optional: Take a boat cruise on Loch Ness to search for the legendary Loch Ness Monster.
Day 2: Isle of Skye
- Drive to the Isle of Skye, crossing the Skye Bridge.
- Visit the Fairy Pools and the Old Man of Storr for stunning natural beauty.
- Explore the charming town of Portree and enjoy fresh seafood for dinner.
Day 3: Eilean Donan Castle and Glen Coe
- Drive to Eilean Donan Castle and take a tour of this iconic castle set on a small island.
- Continue to Glen Coe, known for its dramatic landscapes and hiking opportunities.
- Optional: Hike the Lost Valley trail in Glen Coe for breathtaking views.
Day 4: Fort William and Ben Nevis
- Drive to Fort William and take the gondola up to the Nevis Range for panoramic views of Ben Nevis and the surrounding mountains.
- Explore the town of Fort William and visit the West Highland Museum.
- Optional: Hike or take a guided tour up Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK.
Day 5: Cairngorms National Park
- Drive to Cairngorms National Park and explore the stunning landscapes.
- Visit the Highland Wildlife Park to see native Scottish wildlife.
- Optional: Take a guided hike or mountain bike ride in the park.
Day 6: Culloden Battlefield and Speyside
- Visit the Culloden Battlefield and learn about the historic Jacobite Rising.
- Drive to the Speyside region, known for its whisky distilleries.
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