Help with solo trip to Scotland w/ 4 -day hike
Sep 29th, 2018, 11:54 AM
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Help with solo trip to Scotland w/ 4 -day hike
Hello Fodorits,
I am planning my first solo trip to another country and I set my eyes on Scotland but need help with finalizing the itinerary. I plan to travel in the second half of May next year (2019).
I will have 10 full days and a must on this trip for me is to spend some time in Edinburgh and do a 4-day long-distance solo hike along the West Highland Way (see details below). I am thinking of squeezing in Glasgow in between Edinburgh and the hike because it's on the way and also doing some sea kayaking or boat trips from Oban after the hike. I'd like someone's opinion on whether I should omit Glasgow, spend a little bit more time in Edinburgh at the start of my trip and take the train straight to the village from which the hike starts (Crianlarich). I also wonder if I should scratch Oban after the hike all together and return to Edinburgh by stopping in Glasgow for a more comprehensive experience.
About me: I am married and my husband has been planning all our family trips for many years. This trip is a personal challenge and the adventure I'd like to take and plan all by myself. I am in my mid forties and in good physical shape. Thank you!!
Preliminary Scotland itinerary: Day 1: am arrival in Edinburgh (1/2 day in the city) Day 2: Edinburgh (1/2 day in the city), late afternoon train to Glasgow Day 3: Glasgow (1/2 day), afternoon train to Crianlarich
Day 4: HIKE Crianlarich to Bridge of Orchy
Day 5: HIKE Bridge of Orchy to King's House
Day 6: HIKE King's House to Knlochleven
Day 7: HIKE Kinlochleven to Fort William
Day 8: Oban (sea kayaking) Day 9: Oban (island boating)
Day 10: morning train to Edinburgh (a little bit more sightseeing in the afternoon)
Day 11: Fly to JFK (New YOrk)
I am planning my first solo trip to another country and I set my eyes on Scotland but need help with finalizing the itinerary. I plan to travel in the second half of May next year (2019).
I will have 10 full days and a must on this trip for me is to spend some time in Edinburgh and do a 4-day long-distance solo hike along the West Highland Way (see details below). I am thinking of squeezing in Glasgow in between Edinburgh and the hike because it's on the way and also doing some sea kayaking or boat trips from Oban after the hike. I'd like someone's opinion on whether I should omit Glasgow, spend a little bit more time in Edinburgh at the start of my trip and take the train straight to the village from which the hike starts (Crianlarich). I also wonder if I should scratch Oban after the hike all together and return to Edinburgh by stopping in Glasgow for a more comprehensive experience.
About me: I am married and my husband has been planning all our family trips for many years. This trip is a personal challenge and the adventure I'd like to take and plan all by myself. I am in my mid forties and in good physical shape. Thank you!!
Preliminary Scotland itinerary: Day 1: am arrival in Edinburgh (1/2 day in the city) Day 2: Edinburgh (1/2 day in the city), late afternoon train to Glasgow Day 3: Glasgow (1/2 day), afternoon train to Crianlarich
Day 4: HIKE Crianlarich to Bridge of Orchy
Day 5: HIKE Bridge of Orchy to King's House
Day 6: HIKE King's House to Knlochleven
Day 7: HIKE Kinlochleven to Fort William
Day 8: Oban (sea kayaking) Day 9: Oban (island boating)
Day 10: morning train to Edinburgh (a little bit more sightseeing in the afternoon)
Day 11: Fly to JFK (New YOrk)
