8 days in London & Scotland Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United Kingdom planner
Start: London
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London
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Edinburgh
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Inverness
— 2 nights
Fly
End: London
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London — 2 nights
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The Square Mile
Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.Bring the kids along to Coca-Cola London Eye and Tower Bridge. There's much more to do: make a trip to Buckingham Palace, steep yourself in history at Tower of London, ponder the world of politics at Houses of Parliament, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Westminster Abbey.
To find maps, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, use the London online trip maker.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to London. In August in London, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) so you can fly to Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh — 3 nights
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Athens of the North
World Heritage-listed Edinburgh combines ancient and modern in a uniquely Scottish atmosphere.Bring the kids along to Edinburgh Castle and The Royal Mile. There's much more to do: take in the local highlights with Walking tours, enjoy breathtaking views from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, explore the striking landscape at Arthur's Seat, and step aboard Royal Yacht Britannia.
To see ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Edinburgh trip maker tool.
You can fly from London to Edinburgh in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from London in August; daily highs in Edinburgh reach 21°C and lows reach 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) so you can go by car to Inverness.
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Inverness — 2 nights
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Gateway to the Highlands
Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.On the 12th (Mon), get in on the family fun at Landmark Forest Adventure Park and then shop like a local with Robertsons. Keep things going the next day: kick back and relax at Rosemarkie Beach, walk around Ness Islands, and then savor the flavors at Food & Drink.
To find more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Inverness holiday planner.
Getting from Edinburgh to Inverness by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In August in Inverness, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) to allow time to fly back home.
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Scotland travel guide
A land packed with thousands of years of history, Scotland is home to numerous thriving cities and a vibrant population proud of its distinct culture, heritage, and art. The Scottish people are fond of saying "Good things come in small packages," and nowhere is that more true than in their compact homeland. Despite its relatively small size, the country is crammed full of attractions, not the least of which are numerous world-famous golf courses and whiskey distilleries. Though the sun may not always shine here, Scotland is a stunning country renowned for its dramatic scenery of mountains, valleys, hills, green fields, and rugged coastlines, guaranteeing a diverse holiday. While most tourists restrict their itinerary to the historic Highlands, where they search for the mysterious Loch Ness monster, you can also explore the Lowlands’ outstanding natural wonders and flourishing cultural scene.
