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A week in the Scottish Highlands
Experienced a week in scenic Scotland and explore the beautiful Scottish highlands, Lochs, whiskey tasting, and historic castles. Here are the details of our week long vacation.
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EuropeUnited Kingdom7 days / September 2020
Highs & Lows
Challenge yourself and bag the 2nd highest peak in the UK!
Avoid summer months, the midges are horrendous...
Itinerary Overview
After having our 3 weeks in Canada cancelled by Covid, we were itching to get out in some epic nature. The north of Scotland is like another planet - so rugged and absolutely stunning!
This itinerary includes beautiful hikes in the Caingorms, climbing a mountain, historic battlefields and castles and a boatride on Loch Ness, plus some recommendations for where to eat and drink.
Q & A
What would you have changed?
We wish we'd booked a ride on the Strathspey railway, we drove past it and it looked beautiful!
How was the food?
The Little Puffin, Grantown on Spey
What tips would you give a friend?
Avoid the summer months, Scottish midges are legendary...!
Packing tips?
Warm layers and waterproofs - Scottish weather is very changeable. And comfortable, broken in hiking boots.
Booking details?
We booked Ben Mhor hotel on Booking.com
Lodging
Ben Mhor Hotel , a cosy guesthouse in the gateway town of the Cairngorms National Park. It has a bar with a roaring fire, free parking and a very good Thai restaurant!
Carlisle Travelodge on the A1, just back over the English border!