Scotland history and heritage itinerary

Distance:
157 miles (257.2 km)
Airport:
Edinburgh

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Taking you through the West Highlands of Scotland, this captivating itinerary allows you to relax and indulge your senses while experiencing the history and heritage of Scotland. Marvel at the Isle of Mull, the endless landscape of the Kintyre Peninsula and the picturesque mountains enveloping Fort William and Glencoe.  

Day 1: Barcaldine - Dunstaffnage - Craignure (Isle of Mull) - Tobermory (Isle of Mull)

Barcaldine - Dunstaffnage: 19½ miles (39.3 km)
Dunstaffnage - Craignure (Isle of Mull): 15 miles (24.1km)
Totals for the day: 34½ miles (63.4 km)

바라카들린(Barcaldine)

Credit: Dan Derrett

You’ll find numerous attractions in the area of Barcaldine including Loch Creran, The Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary and fascinating local wildlife such as seals and otters. Head to Barcaldine Castle on the south side of Loch Creran, where you’ll witness spectacular views of the area.

Must see & do:

Oban Rare Breeds Farm Park | Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary | Barcaldine Castle

던스타프나지(Dunstaffnage)

From Barcaldine Castle, travel along the shores of Loch Creran towards Dunstaffnage Castle near Dunbeg. 이 성은 약 1275년에 론 강어귀(Firth of Lorn)를 내다보는 거대한 바위 위에 지어졌습니다. 던스타프나지는 맥두갈 클란(MacDougalls clan)의 강력한 본거지로 매혹적인 역사를 지녔답니다.

Must see & do:

Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel | Dunstaffnage Marina

크레이그너(뮬 섬)(Craignure (Isle of Mull))

Credit: Víctor González

Now, take a scenic 45-minute ferry ride over to the Isle of Mull. Once on the island head for Craignure, nearby you’ll find two wonderful castles – Duart and Torosay. Sitting within 12 acres of gardens, Torosay Castle is actually a working home, but has its main rooms open to the public.

Must see & do:

Torosay Castle and Gardens | Duart Castle | Isle of Iona | Ben More Walk | Carsaig Arches | Iona Burials

Day 2: Craignure (Isle of Mull) - Tobermory (Isle of Mull) - Dervaig - Salen

Craignure (Isle of Mull) - Tobermory (Isle of Mull): 3 miles (5 km)
Tobermory (Isle of Mull) - Dervaig: 7½ miles (11.9 km)
Dervaig - Salen: 19 miles (28 km)
Totals for day: 29½ miles (44.9 km)

토버모리 (뮬 섬)(Tobermory (Isle of Mull))

Still on the Isle of Mull, enjoy the sites and sounds of Tobermory. 이 독특한 어촌은 18세기에 생겨난 곳으로 밝은 색상으로 칠해진 건물들이 가득합니다. In summer, the bay buzzes with fishing boats and yachts, and the long, warm evenings bring the streets to life.

Must see & do:

Tobermory Distillery | Tobermory Fish Company Ltd | Mull Pottery

더베이그(Dervaig)

Experience country driving at its best by taking the steep, windy track to up to Dervaig. Established in the 1700s, Dervaig is home to one of Scotland’s most unusual churches and also to the Old Byre Heritage Centre and the Mull Theatre – apparently the smallest professional theatre in the UK.

Must see & do:

Old Byre Heritage Centre | Mull Theatre | Druimard Country House

살렌(Salen)

"더베이그에서 차로 조금만 가면 캘거리 베이(Calgary Bay)가 나오는데, 이 곳은 뮬 섬(Mull)에서 수영을 즐기기에 가장 훌륭한 곳이자 굉장한 바다 경치를 선사하는 곳입니다. " From Calgary, head inland towards Salen making sure you stop by at Aros Castle. "아로스(Aros)는 13세기까지 거슬러 올라가며, 뛰어난 석조 홀 하우스 옛터를 특징으로 합니다."

Must see & do:

Aros Castle | Calgary Bay

Day 3: Salen - Strontian - Acharacle - Glenfinnan

Salen - Strontian: 10 miles (15.8) km
Strontian - Acharacle: 12 miles (19.5 km)
Acharacle - Glenfinnan: 28 miles (44.8 km)
Totals for the day: 50 miles (80.1 km)

스트론션(Strontian)

Credit: Robert Orr

Take the ferry from Fishnish back to Lochaline on the mainland. From here head to Strontian, which means "Fairies' Point" in Gaelic. "이 작은 마을은 1724년, 지역에서 납을 캐는 광부들의 숙박을 위해 생겨났습니다. " Sitting on the bank of Loch Sunart, Strontian offers spectacular views of Beinn Resipol mountain.

Must see & do:

Constructions by Thomas Telford

아카라클(Acharacle)

From Stronian, travel through Acharacle and on to Tioram Castle. Built in the 13th century, Tioram Castle sits on a small rocky island in Loch Moidart. The castle can only be accessed by boat, so use a local guide boat, or simply take in the breathtaking views from the shore.

Must see & do:

Tioram Castle

글렌피넌(Glenfinnan)

Credit: Y. Ballester

The next stop is Glenfinnan. This picturesque village overlooks the shores of Loch Shiel and has a fascinating visitors’ centre where you can learn more about the local area. The Glenfinnan monument, Church of St Mary & St Finnan and the Glenfinnan House Hotel are great visitor favourites.

Must see & do:

Glenfinnan Monument | Glenfinnan House Hotel

Day 4: Glenfinnan - Corpach - Fort William - Castle Rock of the Cormorants

Glenfinnan - Corpach: 13½ miles (21.6 km)
Corpach - Fort William: 3 miles (5 km)
Fort William - Castle Rock: 26½ miles (42.6 km)
Totals for the day: 43 miles (69.2 km)

코파크(Corpach)

Now head towards Fort William stopping off at Corpach, which sits on the banks of the Loch Linnhe. "이 마을은 1600년대 초에 만들어진 곳으로써, 칼레도니안 운하 유역(Caledonian Canal Basin)이 있는 곳이자 영국에서 가장 높은 산인 벤 네비스(Ben Nevis)이 마주보여 전망이 아주 인상적인 곳입니다."

Must see & do:

Ben Nevis | Caledonian Canal

포트 윌리엄(Fort William)

After your stop, continue on to Fort William. 계속 성장 중인 이 곳은 경치가 좋은 벤 네비스(Ben Nevis)의 경사면과 린 호 (Loch Linnhe)사이에 자리해 있습니다. Visit the West Highland Museum, which is one of the oldest museums in the Highlands and is famous for its extensive Jacobite collection.

Must see & do:

Nevis Range | West Highland Museum | Ben Nevis Distillery

캐슬 록 오브 코모란츠(Castle Rock of the Cormorants)

The last stop on your tour is Stalker Castle, not far from Oban. Built by the Lords of Lorn around 1320, this magnificent Castle sits on the Castle Rock of the Cormorants, within the Loch Laich. You can only reach it by boat, so take a local tour liner over to the island.

Must see & do:

Oban Rare Breeds Farm Park | Oban Distillery | Castle Stalker