30 days in Scotland Itinerary

Dundee, officially the City of Dundee, is the fourth-largest city in Scotland.

Popular historic sites such as St Andrews Cathedral and St Andrews Links are in your itinerary. Blair Castle and Hercules Gardens and Discovery Point will appeal to museum buffs. Change things up with these side-trips from Dundee: The Scottish Crannog Centre (in Kenmore) and St. Ninian's Cathedral (in Perth). Next up on the itinerary: get engrossed in the history at The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery & Museum and explore the historical opulence of Glamis Castle.

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Richmond, USA to Dundee is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Traveling from Richmond to Dundee, you'll lose 5 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Richmond in June, plan for cooler days and a bit cooler nights in Dundee: temperatures range from 63°F by day to 53°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) so you can drive to Edinburgh.

World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Rosslyn Chapel and Greyfriars Kirkyard. Get in touch with nature at Arthur's Seat and Calton Hill. And it doesn't end there: get a new perspective on nature at National Museum of Scotland, explore the historical opulence of Edinburgh Castle, admire the masterpieces at Scottish National Gallery, and see the interesting displays at Royal Yacht Britannia.

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You can drive from Dundee to Edinburgh in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Dundee in June, expect slightly colder with lows of 48°F in Edinburgh. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) so you can travel to Kirkwall.

Kirkwall is the largest town and capital of the Orkney Islands of Scotland. Kick off your visit on the 9th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Barnhouse Neolithic Settlement, steep yourself in history at Skara Brae, then take an unorthodox tour of Ring of Brodgar, and finally explore the ancient world of Maeshowe Chambered Cairn. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Saint Magnus Cathedral, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Italian Chapel on Lamb Holm, then contemplate the long history of Bishop & Earls Palace, and finally get a dose of the wild on Orkney Uncovered.

To find ratings, maps, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Kirkwall itinerary planner.

Getting from Edinburgh to Kirkwall by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. When traveling from Edinburgh in June, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Kirkwall: temperatures range from 57°F by day to 47°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Thu) so you can travel to Inverness.

Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Culloden Battlefield and Highland Folk Museum. Your inner history buff will appreciate Dunrobin Castle and Gardens and Clava Cairns. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Inverness: Nairn Beach (in Nairn), RZSS Highland Wildlife Park (in Kingussie) and Cairngorm Reindeer Centre (in Glenmore). There's much more to do: explore the historical opulence of Cawdor Castle, let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, explore the stunning scenery at Corrieshalloch Gorge, and examine the collection at The Highlanders' Museum (Queen's Own Highlanders Collection).

To find reviews, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Inverness vacation planner.

Traveling by flight from Kirkwall to Inverness takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of bus, ferry, taxi, and train. In June, plan for daily highs up to 62°F, and evening lows to 47°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Fort William.

Fort William is the second largest settlement in the Highlands of Scotland with around 10,000 inhabitants – and the largest town: only the city of Inverness is larger.Fort William is a major tourist centre, with Glen Coe just to the south, Aonach Mòr to the east and Glenfinnan to the west, on the Road to the Isles. Get outdoors at Ben Nevis and Nevis Range Mountain Resort. Step off the beaten path and head to Glen Coe and Glenfinnan Viaduct. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Fort William: Fort Augustus Abbey (in Fort Augustus), Seafari Adventures (in Ellenabeich) and Bridge of Oich (in Invergarry). There's much more to do: identify plant and animal life at Highland Titles Nature Reserve, examine the collection at West Highland Museum, admire the sheer force of Steall Waterfall, and steep yourself in history at Glenfinnan Monument.

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You can drive from Inverness to Fort William in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) so you can go by car to Isle of Skye.

Blessed with picturesque lochs and a dramatic, rocky coastline, the far-flung Isle of Skye remains one of Scotland's most beloved destinations.

Get a sense of the local culture at Eilean Donan Castle and Skye Museum of Island Life. Step off the beaten path and head to The Quiraing and Plockton Seal Trips. Step out of Isle of Skye with an excursion to Bealach na Ba Viewpoint in Applecross--about 1h 40 min away. The adventure continues: take in the dramatic natural features at The Old Man of Storr, stroll through Neist Point, explore the historical opulence of Duntulm Castle, and make a trip to Fairy Glen.

To find maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Isle of Skye trip itinerary site.

You can drive from Fort William to Isle of Skye in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. June in Isle of Skye sees daily highs of 59°F and lows of 49°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) so you can travel to Stornoway.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Thu): take an in-depth tour of The Blackhouse, steep yourself in history at Gearannan Blackhouse Village, then delve into the distant past at Calanais Standing Stones, and finally get engrossed in the history at Bernera Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: don't miss a visit to Dun Eistean, then visit a coastal fixture at Butt of Lewis Lighthouse, and then pause for some serene contemplation at St Moluag's Church.

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Getting from Isle of Skye to Stornoway by journey takes about 4 hours. In June in Stornoway, expect temperatures between 58°F during the day and 48°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) so you can travel to Glasgow.

Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is known for its cultural heritage and the friendliness of its people.

Your inner history buff will appreciate The Necropolis and Doune Castle. Discover out-of-the-way places like Glasgow Cathedral and Inveraray Castle. Get out of town with these interesting Glasgow side-trips: Culzean Castle (in Maybole), Falls of Dochart (in Killin) and Inveraray Jail (in Inveraray). There's lots more to do: view the masterpieces at The Glasgow School of Art, don't miss a visit to National Wallace Monument, see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and explore the ancient world of Antonine Wall Bearsden Bath House.

To see photos, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Glasgow attractions planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Stornoway to Glasgow. Traveling from Stornoway in June, expect nights in Glasgow to be about the same, around 49°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 64°F. On the 30th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.