Luxury 9-Day Scotland Road Trip from Glasgow to Oban, Inverness, and Edinburgh and surrounding area

Your luxury holiday in Scotland begins as soon as you reach the city of Glasgow. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Scotland is Glasgow - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Glasgow.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic George Square. This square is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Glasgow, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,066 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Glasgow. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Glasgow.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Paesano Pizza. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,948 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Glasgow.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out The Willow Tea Rooms. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,255 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Stereo is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Glasgow, and has an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,954 customers.

As your day in Glasgow is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Scotland.

Make your way to The Anchor Line. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Mono, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars among 1,446 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is The Citizen Glasgow. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,260 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 9-day luxury vacation in Scotland and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across Scotland you will continue exploring the city of Glasgow. You still have 2 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Glasgow. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Glasgow Botanic Gardens. This attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,594 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Kelvingrove Park. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,336 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum art museum, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,580 visitors and is visited by up to 1,037,594 people every year.

The outstanding Riverside Museum is another stop you can visit today in Glasgow. This museum is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,799 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Glasgow, then consider a visit to the incredible Pollok Country Park. Pollok Country Park is a park and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 7,112 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Glasgow has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Glasgow, make sure to check out The Piper Whisky Bar. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,323 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Elia Greek Restaurant. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,187 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Glasgow before is The Ivy Buchanan Street, Glasgow. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Santa Lucia Merchant City Glasgow is one of the best bars in Glasgow and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

You may also want to check out Alston Bar & Beef. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Alston Bar & Beef is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 785 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Max's Bar & Grill. Max's Bar & Grill has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 831 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Scotland has plenty more in store for you.

On day 3 of your luxury road trip holiday in Scotland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Kilwinning and the city of Oban. You’ll stay in Oban for 2 nights.

Your day starts in Kilwinning. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Eglinton Castle your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 396 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this mansion and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Eglinton Country Park. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,052 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this country park and attraction.

Make the most of your day in Kilwinning by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Scotland to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Scotland. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Kilwinning today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Oban, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Perle Oban Hotel & Spa, one of the best restaurants in Oban. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 462 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Scotland! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 4 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Inveraray. You’ll stay in Inveraray for 1 night, which gives you enough time to discover some of the most amazing things to see and do in the city. Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and get ready for an entire day of enjoying Inveraray to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Inveraray. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding Inveraray Castle. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,604 visitors.

When you’re finished at Inveraray Castle, make a stop at the wonderful Inveraray Jail. This incredible attraction is a courthouse, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,265 visitors.

Tonight you will stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Inveraray. We have selected the perfect options for you to have the loveliest experience in Inveraray.

Get cozy and rest before it’s yet again time to hit the roads.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best luxury hotel alternatives if these are not available.

After a long day of exploring, it’s time for indulging in some food. Make a reservation at one of the best restaurants in Inveraray.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Inveraray.

Enjoy an amazing evening in Inveraray, and get ready for more fantastic days to come of your luxury vacation in Scotland!

On day 5 of your luxury road trip holiday in Scotland you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Oban and the city of Inverness. You’ll stay in Inverness for 1 night.

Your day starts in Oban. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Oban distillery your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,259 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this whisky distillery and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible McCaig's Tower & Battery Hill. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,619 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this must-see tourist destination and attraction.

Make the most of your day in Oban by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Scotland to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Scotland. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Oban today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Inverness, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Rocpool, one of the best restaurants in Inverness. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend River House as one of their top choices in the city. River House is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 691 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Inverness is The Mustard Seed Restaurant. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,671 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Johnny Foxes is one of the best bars you can visit in Inverness tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,918 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Black Isle Bar & Rooms. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,982 customers.

Alternatively, try Hootananny. Hootananny is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,802 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Scotland! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 6 of your luxury holiday in Scotland, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the hamlet of Glenmore and the city of Skinflats. You’ll stay in Edinburgh for 2 nights.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Glenmore Forest Park. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,393 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Glenmore is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Scotland. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Scotland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Skinflats.

Make your way to the incredible The Kelpies in Skinflats for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a sculpture and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,904 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Edinburgh.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in Scotland, we recommend you try Makars Gourmet Mash Bar (Edinburgh), one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,814 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend The Edinburgh Larder as one of the top restaurants in the city. The Edinburgh Larder is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,804 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Edinburgh is Bramble Bar & Lounge. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Panda & Sons. This bar is considered one of the best in Edinburgh and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,617 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Dome. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,433 customers.

Alternatively, go to Whiski Bar & Restaurant. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Edinburgh and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,669 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Scotland awaits!

On day 7 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Edinburgh. You’ll stay in Edinburgh for 1 night, which gives you enough time to discover some of the most amazing things to see and do in the city. Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and get ready for an entire day of enjoying Edinburgh to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Edinburgh. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,765 visitors.

When you’re finished at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, make a stop at the wonderful National Museum of Scotland. This incredible attraction is a national museum, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 45,476 visitors.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Edinburgh, the extraordinary Royal Mile. This top-tier point of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,405 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible Holyrood Palace. Up to 17,746 visitors have rated this official residence an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you’re up for one last attraction today, check out the popular Holyrood Park.

Tonight you will stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Edinburgh. We have selected the perfect options for you to have the loveliest experience in Edinburgh.

Get cozy and rest before it’s yet again time to hit the roads.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best luxury hotel alternatives if these are not available.

After a long day of exploring, it’s time for indulging in some food. Make a reservation at one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic Dishoom Edinburgh. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,852 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at Miller & Carter Edinburgh City Centre. Considered one of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, it has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers.

If you’re curious about more of the best restaurants in Edinburgh, Cafe Andaluz is one to check out. Cafe Andaluz is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,019 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Edinburgh.

Many locals go to Chaophraya Thai Restaurant to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,314 customers.

Cafe Royal is another great option in Edinburgh. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,216 customers.

Enjoy an amazing evening in Edinburgh, and get ready for more fantastic days to come of your luxury vacation in Scotland!

Get ready for day 8 of your luxury vacation in Scotland. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Edinburgh and Stirling. You’ll stay in Glasgow for 1 night. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Edinburgh, the incredible Camera Obscura. This popular attraction is a visitor centre that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,536 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Edinburgh Castle, an outstanding castle in Edinburgh. Around 90,949 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Edinburgh is the astonishing Scottish National Gallery. Attracting more than 660,741 visitors annually, it's clear that the incredible Scottish National Gallery is one of the top sights of the area. This attraction is an art museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 13,079 reviews.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Dean Village. This village and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,727 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in Scotland. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Edinburgh.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, the city of Stirling.

Make your way to the incredible Stirling Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing in Stirling. This popular attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,632 visitors.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Glasgow. Luxury hotels in Glasgow offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Glasgow.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Glasgow, La Lanterna. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,068 reviews.

Locals also recommend Chaophraya as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Glasgow. The Chaophraya is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,386 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Ardnamurchan Scottish Restaurant & Bar. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 868 customers.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Glasgow's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Bar 91. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 611 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Òran Mór. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Òran Mór has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,385 customers.

Alternatively, go to The Social. Rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars in 2,394 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in Scotland with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

Today is the last day of your 9-day luxury holiday in Scotland and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Glasgow before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Scotland by heading out to the stunning Glasgow Green. This extraordinary stadium and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 10,762 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Glasgow.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Glasgow, check out the menu at The Italian Kitchen. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 860 customers.

You will then say farewell to Glasgow and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Scotland in your luggage!