Navigation:
4 Days
Barcaldine - Dunstaffnage - Craignure (Isle of Mull) - Tobermory (Isle of Mull) - Dervaig - Salen - Strontian - Acharacle - Glenfinnan - Corpach - Fort William - Castle Rock of the Cormorants
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.
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)
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
From Barcaldine Castle, travel along the shores of Loch Creran towards Dunstaffnage Castle near Dunbeg. The castle was built around 1275 on a huge rock overlooking the Firth of Lorn. Dunstaffnage was the mighty stronghold of the MacDougalls clan and has a fascinating history.
Must see & do:
Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel | Dunstaffnage Marina
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
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)
Still on the Isle of Mull, enjoy the sites and sounds of Tobermory. 它是座建于18世纪的奇特渔村，村内随处可见色彩绚丽的建筑。 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
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
从德瓦戈前往乔加利湾（Calgary Bay）是一段很短的车程。乔加利湾不仅海景旖旎，而且是茂尔岛最佳游泳场地。 From Calgary, head inland towards Salen making sure you stop by at Aros Castle. 该城堡的历史可以追溯至13世纪，至今任保存着令人赞叹不已的石制大厅遗迹。
Must see & do:
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)
Take the ferry from Fishnish back to Lochaline on the mainland. From here head to Strontian, which means "Fairies' Point" in Gaelic. 这座小镇建于1724年，为当地铅矿上的工人们提供了一处栖身之所。 Sitting on the bank of Loch Sunart, Strontian offers spectacular views of Beinn Resipol mountain.
Must see & do:
Constructions by Thomas Telford
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.
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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
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)
Now head towards Fort William stopping off at Corpach, which sits on the banks of the Loch Linnhe. 科帕奇是座建立于17世纪早期的小村庄，古苏格兰运河的内港即建在此地，游人在此可以饱览英国最高峰——本纳维斯山（Ben Nevis）的雄姿
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After your stop, continue on to Fort William. 这座发展中的小城地处本纳维斯山雄奇壮阔的山坡与林内湾绵长的海滩之间。 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
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
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