Moon Scotland: Highland Road Trips, Outdoor Adventures, Pubs and Castles (Travel Guide)

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Dramatic landscapes, hauntingly beautiful ruins, and stirring myths and legends: See for yourself why this evocative country has inspired art and folklore for centuries with Moon Scotland. Inside you’ll find:

Flexible itineraries including a journey through the Highlands and Islands, day-by-day itineraries in Glasgow and Edinburgh, a tour of Scotland’s six World Heritage Sites, and more
Strategic advice, whether you’re looking to castle-hop, trace your ancestry, go cliff-diving, or stroll through misty villages
Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Walk along Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, or climb the Arthur’s Seat peak. Explore Neolithic burial chambers and rugged archipelagos in the north, follow the Malt Whisky Trail in Speyside, or hop on the West Highland Railway, one of the world’s most beautiful train rides. Catch a traditional music performance in Glasgow or chat with locals at a corner pub over folk music and a pint. Hike through wild moors and pine forests to deserted villages on Skye, play one of the oldest golf courses in the world, or take a seaplane over Loch Lomond for dramatic views of the Highlands
Honest tips from Scotland expert Sally Coffey
Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
Background information on Scotland’s landscape, history, and cultural customs
Helpful resources on Covid-19 and traveling to Scotland
In-depth coverage of Edinburgh, Glasgow, Southern, Central, and Northeast Scotland, Loch Lomond, Inverness, Orkney & Shetland, the Central Highlands and the Isle of Skye, and the Outer Hebrides
Handy tools such as visa information, a Scottish phrasebook, and tips for LGBTQ+ travelers, families with kids, and seniors
Experience the best of Scotland with Moon’s practical tips and expert insight.

Sticking to the major cities? Check out Moon Edinburgh, Glasgow & the Isle of Skye.
 

About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can’t wait to share their favorite places with you.

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From the Publisher

Top Attractions

Information about Scotland’s top attractions, including Arthur’s Seat, castles, Cairngorms National Park, the Isle of Skye, Neolithic sites, whisky tasting, and more

Useful Information

Essential insight into transportation, visas, festivals and events, outdoor recreation, food and drink, accommodations, local customs, health and safety, packing, history, and more

Maps and Itineraries

Helpful traveler’s maps and easy-to-follow 2-to-10-day itineraries for Edinburgh, Glasgow, the Highlands, Loch Lomond, Inverness, and more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Moon Travel; 1st edition (July 5, 2022)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 560 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1640494170
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1640494176
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.08 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.9 x 7.5 inches