Book your dream trip: Highlands total – the grand tour

⏱️ 21 days | 🗺️ Highlands, Islands & Speyside | 💶 approx. €4,670 per person

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Es handelt sich um eine individuell konzipierte und somit reiseveranstalterunabhängige Reise. Das bietet Dir die Möglichkeit, diese Tour zu verkürzen, verlängern oder zu ergänzen. Die Vermittlung der einzelnen Teilleistungen dieser Reise unterliegen tagesaktuellen Wechselkursen. Darum haben wir uns an dieser Stelle für die Angabe eines Zirkapreises entschieden.

Included services

• Return flight from Germany (or elsewhere in Europe) to Edinburgh
• 1 piece of checked luggage of 23kg per person, plus one carry-on
• All taxes
• Economy rental car (manual transmission, e.g. Opel Corsa or similar), including unlimited mileage and all insurance
• (Rental car service app)
• Accommodation in typical local upper-mid-range B&Bs
• Double room with a warm Scottish breakfast
• Return ferry tickets to the Isle of Mull
• Ferry crossing to the Isle of Skye
• Scotland travel guide (per room)
• Isle of Skye travel guide by MyHighlands.de (per room)
• Detailed itinerary with additional activity tips (per room)
• Comprehensive travel documents with extra information material (per room)
• Service margin
• Insolvency protection certificate

The whole trip in detail

Day 1: Edinburgh – Stirling – Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park, approx. 90 km

Fly into Edinburgh and pick up your rental car. Start your tour from the airport via the A9 towards Stirling. It’s also a fairly good way to get used to driving on the left. Head straight for Stirling Castle to get your first impression of Scotland’s imposing history. Stirling Castle is noticeably smaller than Edinburgh Castle, but otherwise doesn’t fall short in any way.

>> 3 nights in a B&B in Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park <<

Days 2 + 3: Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park

You should use these days for a range of things to explore.

• A short boat trip on the Lake of Menteith to Inchmahome Priory (a small church)
• Walking along Loch Lomond
• A whisky tasting at Glengoyne Distillery
• A quick visit to Glasgow

Day 4: Loch Lomond & Trossachs NP – Oban, approx. 170 km

Set off early today from the national park, since nearly 200 km in Scotland makes for a long day. Glide along the western shore of Loch Lomond all the way to Inveraray. Inveraray Castle & Gardens are well worth a visit. Who knows – you might even cross paths with the Duke of Argyll, owner of this proud estate, in one of its many rooms and corridors. Follow the shore of Loch Awe to Kilchurn Castle, and enjoy the drive through the lonely Glen Lonan to Oban.

>> 3 nights in and around Oban <<

Days 5+6: Glencoe and Kilmartin Glen

Two circular routes offer two impressive day trips. We’d suggest spending a day in Glencoe, where it isn’t only the striking mountain scenery that will captivate you. It was here, on 13 February 1692, that the unprecedented massacre of Clan MacDonald took place, an event that left a deep mark on Scottish life. A walk can take you to the very spot where this drama unfolded.
For the following day, we’d instead suggest a trip to Kilmartin Glen, where a wealth of burial mounds, a museum of ancient grave slabs, and even a stone circle await you.

Day 7: Oban – Iona – Tobermory, approx. 150 km

We recommend starting the day as early as possible today, since you’ll need plenty of time for driving, even if the map doesn’t quite suggest that. We’re happy to book you onto the first ferry from Oban to Craignure on the Isle of Mull. A single-track road then takes you on to Fionnphort, from where, if you’re interested, you can cross over to Iona to discover the charm and history of Iona Abbey.

>> 2 nights in a B&B on Mull <<

Day 8: Isle of Mull

Today could be dedicated entirely to the northern part of the island. Stroll, for example, along Tobermory’s colourful row of harbourfront shops, and visit the cheese-making workshop just above it. Calgary Beach offers a wonderful contrast to Crackaig, a settlement that survived the Highland Clearances only to eventually succumb to a typhus epidemic.

Day 9: Isle of Mull – Isle of Skye, approx. 180 km

From Tobermory, you can take the ferry across to Kilchoan on the Ardnamurchan Peninsula. You’ll pass through an area of authentic natural beauty that’s little known to tourists. Perhaps you’d like to stop off at the Ardnamurchan Whisky Distillery, or walk the so-called Silver Circuit past the ruins of Castle Tioram. We’re happy to book you onto the last ferry in the late afternoon from Mallaig across to the Isle of Skye.

>> 3 nights on Skye <<

Days 10+11: Isle of Skye

In the north of the island, Dunvegan Castle tells the story of the second great clan on Skye, the MacLeods, and whisky fans will get their money’s worth at the Talisker Whisky Distillery. Skye is an island of artists. Here you’ll find an above-average amount of typically Scottish craftsmanship. The island is especially popular with hikers, thanks to its often rugged, sometimes stark terrain and its wonderful views.

Day 12: Isle of Skye – Loch Ness – Inverness, approx. 180 km

The large, elegant bridge over the Inner Sound takes you from Skye to Kyle of Lochalsh. The day’s first highlight awaits you: Eilean Donan Castle, filming location of the Hollywood production “Highlander” and probably Scotland’s most photographed castle.

Continue on with a stroll through the pretty village of Fort Augustus. Here, ships coming from the Caledonian Canal, or from Loch Ness, have to pass through a five-step lock to continue on their way. This spectacle always draws plenty of onlookers. Leave Fort Augustus along the shore of Loch Ness and keep an eye out for Nessie. The ruins of Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness invite a visit, and the Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition tells you all about the legend of the world-famous lake monster.

>> 2 nights in a B&B near Inverness <<

Day 13: West coast tour, up to approx. 300 km

Today takes you into the solitude of the Northern Highlands, as they begin. Via Strathpeffer, once Scotland’s spa resort for wealthy Britons, you’ll reach Ullapool, then drive along the west coast via Gairloch and Applecross back to Beauly. Alongside some breathtaking views, you’ll discover Scotland’s most northerly garden, and, if you’re interested, you can take a dolphin-watching boat trip from Gairloch. In Applecross, refuel at the inn of the same name before heading back towards Beauly.

Day 14: Inverness – Elgin – Dufftown, approx. 110 km

Stroll through Inverness, the unofficial capital of the Highlands, then visit the famous battlefield of Culloden Moor, where on 16 April 1746 the Second Jacobite Rising, led by Bonnie Prince Charlie, met its extremely bloody and grim end. Back on the coastal road, in Elgin you’ll find Elgin Cathedral, the oldest sandstone cathedral (an impressive ruin). From there, the A941 takes you straight into the heart of Scotch malt whisky country, in Speyside, to Dufftown.

>> 3 nights in a B&B in Dufftown <<

Days 15+16: On the whisky and castle trail

Here in Speyside, named after the River Spey, you’ll find the highest concentration of whisky distilleries anywhere (over 50 of them!). You’ll come across famous names like Glenfiddich, The Glenlivet, Macallan, Strathisla, and many more. Join a tour of a distillery, get let in on the secrets of whisky-making, and afterwards, stock up on a little supply for cosy evenings back home. Often referred to as Castle Country, north-east Scotland is home to around a thousand castles or castle ruins, each with a wealth of stories – from grisly tales of battle to romantic family intrigue.

Day 17: Speyside – Pitlochry, approx. 150 km

Today, the Highland Tourist Route takes you via Tomintoul and Ballater into Deeside, to Balmoral Castle, the “modest” summer and weekend home of the Queen. Stretch your legs with a walk through its grounds and gardens, with their lovely floral glasshouse, take a tour of the castle (if none of the royal family happen to be in residence), and refuel at the castle café. Continue on south along the Deeside Tourist Route to Pitlochry. Pitlochry was voted Britain’s prettiest town in 2003.

>> 1 night in a B&B in Pitlochry <<

Day 18: Pitlochry – Edinburgh, approx. 115 km

Near Perth, it’s worth taking a detour to Scone Palace, the original coronation site of the Scottish kings. Here you’ll also find a replica of the Stone of Scone, on which Scotland’s rulers once sat during their coronation ceremonies. The original is on display at Edinburgh Castle. The M90 takes you directly across the Firth of Forth back to your starting point, Edinburgh.

>> 3 nights in Edinburgh <<

Days 19+20: Edinburgh

Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh, will fill your final days with an especially rich set of new impressions. Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, Princes Street Gardens, and more.

Day 21:

Unfortunately, today it’s time to say goodbye. Return the rental car and fly home.

Price per person in a double room: approx. €4,670 (as of 2025/2026)

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Simone 
 
20 September 2026
 
 
  
Wir haben unseren Traumurlaub mit Hilfe von Frau Lecon erlebt. Ihre Planung und Organisation entlang unserer Ideen war wunderbar. Wir fühlten uns gut betreut und beraten und werden bestimmt nochmal auf sie zurückkommen. Sehr zu empfehlen!
  
 
 
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Andreas Schmidt 
 
20 August 2026
 
 
  
Schon die dritte Reise mit diesem wundervollen Reisebüro ... und eine schöner als die andere.
Sehr freundlich, tolle Vorschläge und perfekte Durchführung - wunderbare Unterkünfte, super Reiseunterlagen und eine herzliche und rasche Kommunikation.
Ich werde auch meine nächsten Reisen nach Schottland, Irland oder England ausschliesslich hier buchen!
Top-Empfehlung für Individualisten, die Land und Leute kennenlernen wollen!
  
 
 
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Ralf Struckmann 
 
17 August 2026
 
 
  
Super unkompliziert als es mit der Zahlung mit PayPal nicht geklappt hat. Es wurde eine Rechnung ausgestellt, von mir gleich bezahlt und schwups war das Problem vom Tisch. Sehr gute Kommunikation.
  
 
 
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Dorothee 
 
15 August 2026
 
 
  
Wir können Frau Lecon für die Planung und Durchführung einer Schottland-Reise aus vollem Herzen empfehlen. Frau Lecon war von Beginn der Reiseplanung an absolut präsent, offen für unsere Ideen und immer erreichtbar (auch während unserer Reise). Die von ihr empfohlenen Unterkünfte waren nahezu alle ein Volltreffer, die ausgearbeitete Route enthielt viele schöne Impulse. Wir würden hier wieder buchen und Schottland hat drei neue Fans. Herzlichen Dank.
  
 
 
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Burkhard 
 
13 August 2026
 
 
  
Alles Wichtige gut und knapp erklärt, das Buch hat sich im Praxistest absolut bewährt.
  
 
 
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Daniela Reif 
 
18 Juni 2026
 
 
  
Vielen Dank für die tolle Zusammenstellung unserer Reise und die vielen Ideen für Aktivitäten vor Ort. Die Unterkünfte waren sehr gut und wir waren sehr zufrieden. Schon bei unserem ersten Kontakt hat Frau Lecon verstanden auf was wir Wert legen und wie wir unseren Urlaub gestalten wollen - das haben wir so selten erlebt. Auf unsere vielen Rückfragen wurde uns immer umgehend  und detailliert geantwortet.
Wir werden uns gerne wieder melden, wenn die nächste Reise nach Schottland geht.
  
 
 
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Albert Uschold 
 
19 Mai 2026
 
 
  
Wir waren 5 Tage auf isle of skye und hatten Dank deines Buches wunderbare Erlebnisse !
  
 
 
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Heinz Becker 
 
8 März 2026
 
 
  
Sehr korrekt, zuvorkommend und unkompliziert. Vielen Dank
  
 
 
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Berndt Kühnel 
 
19 Februar 2026
 
 
  
Stephan Goldmann hat einen sehr detaillierten Reiseführer mit vielen Bildern über die Orkney Inseln geschrieben. Man spürt so richtig seine Leidenschaft und für diese Gegend, die Landschaft, Kultur und Geschichte, Menschenund Tiere. Ich fühle mich so richtig wohl beim Schmökern und kann gut meine Reise im Herbst vorbereiten. Danke, Stephan!
  
 
 
 
 
  
  
 
 
 Charlotte Löffelmann 
 
21 Januar 2026
 
 
  
Ein sehr netter Shop, als mein bestellter Reiseführer auf sich warten ließ, war der Anbieter sehr freundlich und entgegenkommend, hätte auch notfalls den Reiseführer nochmals geschickt. Für alle die aus Österreich bestellen, sei gesagt unsere Post ist sehr langsam und man muss seine 10 bis 12 Tage rechnen. Aber der Reiseführer ist es wert! Der beste von den Orkney Inseln, den es auf Deutsch gibt! Danke nochmal fürs schnelle Antworten auf die Mails!
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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