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Relaxed 12-Day Scotland Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Dundee to Stirling and Edinburgh

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Discover stunning scenery and hidden gems on this 12-day relaxed road trip in Scotland! Dundee, Stirling, Cambuskenneth, Doune, Larbert, Falkirk, Skinflats, Blackness, Penicuik, Edinburgh, Dunfermline, Crosshill, Springfield, and St Andrews await with vibrant culture and lasting memories as you unwind on this self-drive vacation.

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in Scotland, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 4 nights in Dundee, 2 nights in Stirling, and 5 nights in Edinburgh, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in Scotland.

Your journey starts in Dundee, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 12-day relaxed road trip in Scotland to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in Scotland already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning Edinburgh Castle and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent National Museum Of Scotland.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this Scotland road trip itinerary for 12 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in Scotland.

If you want to make your 12-day relaxed self-drive tour in Scotland even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in Scotland includes 11 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 12 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 12-day relaxed self-drive road trip in Scotland today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Dundee - Arrival day
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  • Dundee Contemporary Arts
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Your relaxed road trip through Scotland starts when you reach the incredible city of Dundee, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Dundee and begin your adventure in Scotland.

Dundee is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Dundee. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Scotland. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Dundee, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

A visit to a top-rated local bar is one of the most refreshing ways to cap off a beautiful night in Dundee.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in Scotland. Enjoy your first taste of Dundee as you soak in the city’s unique vibe.

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Dundee
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Drive 1 km, 26 min

  • The McManus Art Gallery & Museum
  • Desperate Dan Statue
  • RRS Discovery
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Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Scotland by joining a traveler-approved tour in Dundee. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Dundee that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in Scotland more memorable.

Exploring the food culture in Dundee offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

A visit to a top-rated local bar is one of the most refreshing ways to cap off a beautiful night in Dundee.

Toast to another unforgettable and relaxing road trip adventure in Scotland!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Dundee
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Drive 20 km, 43 min

  • Broughty Castle Museum
  • Baxter Park
  • Dundee Law
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Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in Scotland more special is by joining unique tours and activities.

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in Scotland, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Dundee.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Raise your glass in celebration of your freedom and relaxed road trip adventure in Scotland!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Dundee
  • Stirling
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Drive 96 km, 1 hour 56 min

  • Verdant Works
  • Magdalen Green
  • Camperdown Wildlife Centre
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Day 4 of your easy, relaxed road trip through Scotland lets you travel at your own pace and visit multiple places in a single day. By evening, drive toward the Stirling, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 2 nights.

When you’re not exploring beautiful places, you can relax in Stirling. Here, you can choose from the best hotels and other accommodations as you get to know more about the culture in the city.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Scotland. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Stirling, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in Scotland.

Soak in the unique atmosphere of Stirling as you commemorate this day of your relaxed road trip with a toast. Cheers to a memorable, leisurely self-drive holiday in Scotland!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Stirling
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Drive 122 km, 2 hours 26 min

  • The National Wallace Monument
  • Stirling Castle
  • Doune Castle
  • Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park
  • Mugdock Country Park
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Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Scotland. Check out all of the tours you can join this day of your leisurely self-drive holiday in Scotland and ensure the experience of a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Stirling, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Stirling and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate it.

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across Scotland.

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Stirling
  • Edinburgh
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Drive 106 km, 2 hours 28 min

  • Falkirk Wheel
  • Callendar Park
  • The Kelpies
  • Blackness Castle
  • Pentland Hills Regional Park
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Day 6 of your relaxed road trip across Scotland offers a day of exciting discoveries. You’ll end your day in Edinburgh, where you’ll stay for 5 nights.

In Edinburgh, you’ll find plenty of places to unwind after a day on the road. Our top recommendations go perfectly with your laid-back road trip in Scotland.

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in Scotland, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Raise your glass in celebration of your freedom and relaxed road trip adventure in Scotland!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Edinburgh
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Drive 27 km, 1 hour 24 min

  • Holyrood Park
  • Arthur's Seat
  • HMY Britannia
  • Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
  • Edinburgh Zoo
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Scotland makes the perfect setting for a calming but fun road trip experience. Aside from amazing sights, Scotland also offers plenty of tours to enhance your relaxed road trip experience.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Edinburgh. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in Scotland!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Edinburgh
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Drive 14 km, 1 hour 6 min

  • Edinburgh Castle
  • Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre
  • Camera Obscura
  • Scottish National Gallery
  • Craigmillar Castle
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Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across Scotland by joining a traveler-approved tour in Dundee. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Dundee that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in Scotland more memorable.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Edinburgh has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in Scotland.

Raise your glass to celebrate another day of your laid-back and relaxed road trip experience in Scotland!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Edinburgh
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Drive 2 km, 32 min

  • National Museum of Scotland
  • St Giles' Cathedral
  • The Real Mary King's Close
  • The Edinburgh Dungeon
  • The Royal Mile
  • More

Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in Scotland more special is by joining unique tours and activities.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of Scotland. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Edinburgh, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Edinburgh and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Soak in the unique atmosphere of Edinburgh as you commemorate this day of your relaxed road trip with a toast. Cheers to a memorable, leisurely self-drive holiday in Scotland!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Edinburgh
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Drive 10 km, 1 hour 19 min

  • Holyrood Palace
  • Museum of Edinburgh
  • Calton Hill
  • Dean Village
  • Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art (Modern One)
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Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Scotland. Check out all of the tours you can join this day of your leisurely self-drive holiday in Scotland and ensure the experience of a lifetime.

Exploring the food culture in Edinburgh offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

Raise your glass and toast to another unforgettable, laid-back road trip adventure in Scotland!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Edinburgh
  • Dundee
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Drive 121 km, 2 hours 40 min

  • Pittencrieff Park
  • Lochore Meadows
  • The Scottish Deer Centre
  • St Andrews Castle
  • Old Course
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Day 11 of your relaxed road trip in Scotland will take you on a self-paced journey to more than one incredible place in one day. See some of the best attractions in Scotland, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

You'll be staying in Dundee on this laid-back road trip through Scotland. You'll stay here for 1 night.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Dundee. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across Scotland.

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Dundee - Departure day
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  • Slessor Gardens
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Day 12 of your relaxed road trip in Scotland is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 12 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 12-day relaxed road trip in Scotland is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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Confirm your package instantly and lock in the best rate with secure payment and guaranteed availability.
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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
Personalize your itinerary
Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
Easily make changes
Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
Enjoy seamless planning
With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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From scenic road trips to city-hopping adventures, we’re here 24/7 to support you across Europe—before, during, and after your trip.

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