West Coast of Scotland – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan
Overview
Explore Scotland's West Coast your way with this guidebook that illustrates a scenic 297-mile (479 km) point-to-point trip across 12 spectacular destinations. Designed for flexibility, the guide is organised into three parts-covering the mainland coast, Isle of Skye & Isle of Mull—so you only visit the places that you choose.
WHAT TO EXPECT
• This online plan is ready to browse and get inspired – use at home or on your phone on the go.
• An overarching plan to shape your multi-destination holiday, with sample itineraries, for your timeframe from 3 to 14 days.
• Inspire your trip, with places to go, where to stay, plus directions/parking etc.
• Note: the guide itself is not customisable. However, each route includes our own pre-populated Google Maps with pins, plus customisable directions by section on Google Maps.
**Get started today with instant access (choose nearest date as with 1 year access, there’s no need to wait until your travel date). Use on smartphone, tablet, or desktop.
What's Included
- Suggested point-to-point plan
- Sample itineraries to illustrate what’s possible
- 1 account licence = 12 months access
- Access via website – not an app so nothing to download
- Travel and associated costs
- Transport (use own)
- Food and drink
- All Fees and Taxes
- Live guide
Meeting Location
Balloch
Alexandria G83 8QX, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
While you could search for places to go on your own, this guide offers curated context and ready-made itineraries along a recommended journey—so you don’t have to second-guess or piece everything together yourself.
• Loch Lomond – Discover the loch’s beauty, explore Trossachs National Park, and stop in Balloch
• Oban – Enjoy harbour views, fresh seafood, and a stroll to McCaig’s Tower in the “Gateway to the Isles”
• Isle of Mull – Visit Tobermory, Duart Castle, and spot wildlife along scenic coastal routes
• Inveraray – Tour Inveraray Castle, explore Loch Fyne, and learn local history at the Jail Museum
• Drive through Glencoe’s dramatic scenery and admire Ben Nevis near Fort William
• Uncover the story of the Jacobite Risings at Glenfinnan
• Experience the Isle of Skye’s icons: the Old Man of Storr, Fairy Pools, and colourful Portree
Scotland’s West Coast offers wild landscapes, rich heritage, and unforgettable views. Whether you’re drawn to nature, history, or island escapes, this guide helps you shape a journey that fits your style.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-470950P8
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- Suggested point-to-point plan.
- Sample itineraries to illustrate what’s possible.
- 1 account licence = 12 months access.
- Access via website – not an app so nothing to download.
- Travel and associated costs.
- Transport (use own).
- Food and drink.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Live guide.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the West Coast of Scotland – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for West Coast of Scotland – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Suggested point-to-point plan
- Sample itineraries to illustrate what’s possible
- 1 account licence = 12 months access
- Access via website – not an app so nothing to download
- Travel and associated costs
- Transport (use own)
- Food and drink
- All Fees and Taxes
- Live guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
