Driving Routes

Driving Routes

Scotland motorhome routes and itinerary guide

Scotland is a beautiful country and unlike any other on Earth. Rich in culture, history and natural breathtaking scenery, it also makes one of the best places for a motorhome holiday. Touring Scotland in a motorhome will allow you to experience first hand the fantastic scenery and stunning views of our beautiful lochs, countryside, Highlands and coast. 
 
Take a look around our website for some of our pre-planned, tried and tested touring routes that we recommend for your trip to Scotland. We make sure to pack them with wild camping spots, caravan sites, top tips and the best stops you can make while exploring Scotland. But, of course, you should always take the opportunity of having the freedom to explore, especially when travelling by campervan or motorhome.
 
Please find listed to the right and under the 'Exploring Scotland' tab, some suggestions on possible routes that you may find of interest. 
 
We hope you'll use these suggestions to spark your own ideas on where and what to visit. Of course, these are merely suggestions, the purpose of a motorhome holiday or campervan getaway is to write your own adventure. 
 
We have suggested routes that take you on some of the best road trips in Scotland. Whether it's around the country's north east, through the highlands (such as the famous North Coast 500) or to the Outer Hebrides.
 
As an example, take a look at our week-long route below.

 PERTHSHIRE GATEWAY TO THE HIGHLANDS AND THE WEST COAST

 
 

Day 1

Why not spend your first day in and around Perth, also known as the fair city. Home of some fine art galleries and the oldest repertory theatre in Scotland. 
 
A short drive away is Scone Palace and the National Hunt RaceCourse, or for motorsport enthusiasts, this is also the headquarters for the Scottish Rally Championship, Mcrae Forest Stages rally in October.
 
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Leave Perth and head north in your Motorhome to Dunkeld. If you need to stretch your legs a walk up to the Hermitage situated off the A9 is perfect. 
 
Travel and spend the first night at Pitlochry, a popular and busy Victorian town in the Perthshire Highlands. Don't miss a visit to the Pitlochry Dam and the salmon ladder. 
 
There are also well-signed woodland walks, and it's a paradise for mountain bikers. Close by at Blair Atholl is one of Scotland's many malt whisky distilleries and the famous Blair Atholl Castle, the home of the only private army in Britain. For the more adventurous of you, a half-day booked with Nae Limits could be of interest.
 
Day 2
 
Driving north head for Aviemore, you'll find a winter ski resort and also hill walking and water sports in the summer months. Aviemore is set in Scotland's Cairngorms National Park. Close by at Carrbridge is the Landmark Adventure Park. Very popular with the young and the young at heart. 
For a more relaxing attraction fit in a visit to the Strathspey Railway. Motorhome parking is available at a vast number of sites in this area.
 
Day 3
 
North again to Inverness, plenty to do and see here from shopping to battlefields, the capital of the Highlands of Scotland has plenty to offer everyone. Why not take one of the many boat trips available, and then park up the motorhome for the night on the banks of Loch Ness to do some monster spotting!
 
Day 4
 
For a beautiful scenic route, drive to Ullapool.  Why not stop and spend a peaceful night in your motorhome at Ullapool. Perhaps you'll be lucky enough to watch the fishermen landing their catch.  Then from Ullapool you can work your way down the west coast.
 
Day 5
 
Head along the coast and Visit places such as Gairloch, Arisaig and head towards Fort william. The locks on the Caledonian canal at Fort Augusta or Neptune's Staircase just North of Fort William are well worth a visit. 
 
A fantastic scenic drive down through Fort William and Glen Coe and onto Oban. Ferries are available to the Islands of Mull, Collins, Barra and Uist from Mull, why not have a trip as foot passengers to the picturesque village of Tobermory on Mull.
 
Day 6
 
A leisurely drive in your motorhome will take you to beautiful Inveraray, a visit to the town jail and Inveraray Castle are worthwhile. For seafood lovers don't miss out on the Loch Fyne Oyster bar where restaurant customers will be welcome to park their motorhome overnight overlooking the Loch.
 
Day 7
 
A drive around some of the sea lochs and Loch Lomond. Perhaps fit in time to visit Blair Drummond Safari Park or head across to Stirling where you can see Stirling Castle or climb to the top of the 220ft Wallace Monument. Also close by is the Falkirk Wheel, the only revolving boat lifter in the world. Spend the night in your motorhome in this area to allow you a leisurely drive back to Perth on your final day.