‘Don to Dusk
Conquer Scotland from east to west
Starting in the granite city in Scotland’s far east corner, navigate your way through the beauty of the Cairngorms, bypassing the stunning ski resort at Aviemore. Your journey will continue to meander down through Loch Lomond national park on your way to a breathtaking panoramic view down on the Isle of Islay. It’s the perfect destination to enjoy the sunset with a wee dram in hand.
Aberdeen to Islay
- 4 days
- 331.5 miles
- £42.29 avg. fuel cost
Top three road trip gems...
Location: Beach Blvd, Aberdeen AB24 5ED
Climb aboard Grampian Eye for panoramic views of the granite city before stepping on to Dead Man’s Drop Tower, that plunges you 80ft. There is something for all the family at Aberdeen’s all-encompassing amusement park.
Location: Lochawe, Dalmally PA33 1AF
Built back in the 1400s by Sir John Campbell, 1st Lord of Glenorchy, Kilchurn Castle offers utterly stunning scenery from its summit — looking out over Loch Awe.
Location: Port Ellen - Kennacraig, Ardbeg Distillery Isle of Islay PA42 7EA
Despite shutting up shop back in 1981, Ardbeg is open once again, growing from strength to strength, and is one of the world’s fastest growing distilleries.
Aberdeen
The home of the ‘Dons is often perceived as being dull and grey thanks to the old stone buildings which build up the city. In fact, Scotland’s third largest city is riddled with cultural vibrancy, offering visitors numerous historic experiences during the day and an electric nightlife scene. Considered a shopping hub for the north of Scotland thanks to the recently established Union Square complex, spend time in the city centre carrying out some well-deserved retail therapy.
Loch Lomond
This is the nation’s largest loch and more than half of Scotland’s entire population live less than an hour away. So, it should come as no surprise that Lomond is a rather popular destination! Furthermore, canoeing, sailing, and swimming are all rife out on the water. So, if you’re a fan of an exhilarating experience, dive on in!
Islay
The two ‘W’s that have made the Isle of Islay so popular are wildlife and whisky. Barnacle geese from Greenland arrive annually and set up home here on this area of undeniable natural beauty which also plays home to some of the world’s most established distilleries. Islay also contains some of the world’s most spectacularly stunning beaches. Come to Islay and you’ll soon recognise life really is a beach!