Scotland

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Journey Time:
4 Days
Distance:
157 miles (257.2 km)
Airport:
Edinburgh

Plan your route: VisitBritain Journey Planner (visitbritain.transportdirect.info/web2)

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: Baracadline - Dunstaffnage - Craignure (Isle of Mull) - Tobermory (Isle of Mull)

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

Barcaldine

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 and do:

Oban Rare Breeds Farm Park (www.obanrarebreeds.com) | Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary (www.sealsanctuary.co.uk) | McTavish's Kitchens (www.mctavishs.com) | Barcaldine Castle (www.darkisle.com/b/barcaldine/barcaldine.html)

Dunstaffnage

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 and do:

Dunstaffnage Castle and Chapel (www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/oban/dunstaffnage/index.html) | Dunstaffnage Marina (www.dunstaffnagemarina.co.uk/)

Craignure (Isle of Mull)

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 and do:

Torosay Castle & Gardens (www.torosay.com) | Duart Castle (www.duartcastle.com) | Isle of Iona (www.iona.mull.com) | Ben More (www.holidaymull.org/attractions/benmore.htm) | Carsaig Arches (www.holidaymull.org/attractions/carsaig-arches.htm) | Iona Burials (www.iona.mull.com/burials.htm)

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Get your Great British Heritage Pass

For any of you garden lovers or those planning a history or heritage themed trip around Britain, the essential "buy before you leave" product is the Great British Heritage Pass. Providing free entry into over 580 castles, gardens and stately homes across the length and breadth of Britain, it really is the key to unlocking Britain's secrets.

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