What is the best self-guided itinerary for an 8-day trip to Scotland in April? [closed]

We're trying to plan a budget-minded trek to Scotland in April during school holiday and are wondering if we should simply rent a car and try our luck at B&B's or go the pre-planned route.

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Is 8 days in Scotland enough?

While 8 days isn't enough to see everything, you can cover a surprising amount of ground in that short amount of time! If you want to experience a little bit of everything Scotland has to offer \u2013 historic castles, natural beauty, big cities, and small towns \u2013 this Scotland itinerary is for you.

What can you do in Scotland for 8 days?

For 8 days in Scotland, we'd suggest a schedule such as below. >>> READ MORE

Day 1 - Explore Edinburgh.

Day 2 - Edinburgh to Cairngorms.

Day 3 - Cairngorms to Gairloch.

Day 4 - Gairloch to Skye.

Day 5 - Tour Skye.

Day 6 - Skye to Fort William / Glencoe.

Day 7 - Day trips from Fort William.

Is April a good time to go to Scotland?

Visit in April to Beat Peak Tourist Season Scotland's tourism season doesn't really start till the end of May. This means that if you visit in April you can enjoy Scotland without the summer crowds! Venture to the Highlands & Islands and share your views with fewer fellow travellers.

What can you see in Scotland in 9 days?

This route works well as an itinerary for 9 days in Scotland and could be paced as follows. >>> READ MORE

Day 1 - Explore Edinburgh.
Day 2 - Explore Edinburgh.
Day 3 - Edinburgh to Pitlochry.
Day 4 - Pitlochry to Inverness.
Day 5 - Inverness to Skye.
Day 6 - Tour Skye.
Day 7 - Skye to Oban.
Day 8 - Day trip to Mull & Iona.

5 DAY SCOTLAND ROAD TRIP ITINERARY | BEST THINGS to DO, EAT \u0026 SEE | Travel Guide

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