5-Day Itinerary for Scotland

• Day 1: Explore Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile.
• Day 2: Take a scenic drive to Loch Lomond and hike in Trossachs National Park.
• Day 3: Visit Stirling Castle and Doune Castle, and have lunch in Dunblane.
• Day 4: Tour the Glenfiddich Distillery and enjoy a whiskey tasting.
• Day 5: Take a ferry to the Isle of Skye and hike the Old Man of Storr.

Time and Cost Estimates:

• Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile: 4 hours, £25.50 per adult
• Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park: 8 hours (including driving), free entry
• Stirling Castle and Doune Castle: 5 hours, £16.50 per adult (for both castles)
• Glenfiddich Distillery: 2 hours, £10 per adult for the basic tour
• Isle of Skye and Old Man of Storr: 10 hours (including ferry ride), free entry
• Total Costs: £57 per adult

Transportation:

To get around Scotland, consider renting a car. The roads can be narrow and winding, but offer stunning views of the country. Alternately, travel by train or bus between cities, and take a ferry to get to the Isle of Skye. Be aware that some rural areas may not have public transportation options available.

Links to Key Attractions:

• Edinburgh Castle
• Trossachs National Park
• Stirling Castle
• Doune Castle
• Glenfiddich Distillery
• Isle of Skye
• Old Man of Storr

Tips:

If you have more time, consider adding a day trip to the Isle of Mull or taking a train ride on the Jacobite Steam Train. If you have less time, consider cutting out the Glenfiddich Distillery visit and spending more time exploring the Isle of Skye.