Sunday 9/21 – Arrive Edinburgh
Arrive 10:35AM – Take the tram from airport to Princes Street Stop
Check-in 4pm
Ramsay Gardens Grand 4-Bedroom Apartment Next To Castle – 7 Ramsay Gardens, Old Town Edinburgh, EH1 2NA, United Kingdom
Steelers vs Pats at 6PM
Find a sports pub – Belushi’s on Market St, Kitty O’Shea’s (Frederick Street)
Monday 9/22 – Edinburgh
Some Recommended Places to Eat
Greenwoods for breakfast/brunch
Makars Mash Bar – lunch/dinner
Edinburgh Castle
Tickets for 1:45 (30 minute guided tour)
Arthur’s Seat
Arthur’s Seat is an extinct volcano located in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh, Scotland, rising to 251 meters (822 feet) above sea level. It offers stunning panoramic views of the city and is a popular spot for hiking. WEBSITE
Tuesday 9/23 – Drive to Kyle of Lochalsh
Pickup rental car near Waverly Station – Alamo
Edinburgh to Kyle of Lochalsh
Stirling: Visit the historic Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument for Scottish history and panoramic views.
Glencoe: Stunning mountain scenery, hiking options, and the Glencoe Visitor Centre.
Fort William: Known as the gateway to Ben Nevis; good spot for lunch or a walk by Loch Linnhe.
Eilean Donan Castle (Dornie): One of Scotland’s most iconic castles, perfect for photos and a quick explore before reaching Kyle.
Kyle of Lochalsh: Enjoy views of the Skye Bridge, small local eateries, and shops.
The Lochalsh Hotel with Views of Skye Bridge – Ferry Road, Kyle of Lochalsh, IV40 8AF, United Kingdom
Trip Advisor Restaurant List for Lochalsh.
Wednesday 9/24 – Isle of Skye
Youtube Video of possible Isle of Skye Day Trip
Isle of Skye Day Trip Timeline
7:30 – 8:30 am
- Breakfast at Lochalsh Hotel (Kyle of Lochalsh) or in Portree?
8:30 – 9:00 am
- Drive to the Portree area (25 min), stock up on picnic/snacks.
9:00 – 9:15 am
- Stop at The Bride’s Veil Falls (just north of Portree, quick photo and short walk; accessible from the road).
9:15 – 9:30 am
- Drive to Old Man of Storr car park (15 min). Good Article about Hike
9:30 – 10:30 am
- Hike to Old Man of Storr viewpoint (approx. 1 hour for a short hike).
10:30 – 10:35 am
- Short drive to Rigg Viewpoint (just a few minutes north; one of Skye’s most scenic roadside stops, perfect for panoramic photos).
10:35 – 10:45 am
- Continue to Lealt Falls (about 10 min drive).
10:45 – 11:00 am
- Stop at Lealt Falls viewpoint (quick visit and photos).
11:00 – 11:10 am
- Continue to Mealt Falls & Kilt Rock (about 10 min drive).
11:10 – 11:30 am
- Visit Mealt Falls and Kilt Rock viewpoint (about 20 min, iconic cliff and waterfall views).
11:30 – 11:50 am
- Drive to The Quiraing car park (about 20 min).
11:50 am – 1:00 pm
- Walk or hike at The Quiraing (choose a short walk or just admire the landscape).
- Hike website Quiarang Article
1:00 – 1:20 pm
- Drive north to Duntulm Castle ruins (approx. 20 min, beautiful clifftop ruins).
1:20 – 1:40 pm
- Visit Duntulm Castle and enjoy a picnic lunch nearby with dramatic views.
1:40 – 1:45 pm
- 5-minute drive south to the Skye Museum of Island Life. Has a cafe if hungry.
1:45 – 2:30 pm
- Tour the Skye Museum of Island Life (allow about 30–45 min; learn about local heritage).
2:30 – 3:00 pm
- Drive and head to The Fairy Glen (about 30 min drive south near Uig).
3:00 – 3:45 pm
- Explore the Fairy Glen’s unique landscape—short walk and photo opportunities.
3:45 – 4:30 pm
- Relaxed drive back toward Lochalsh Hotel (allow 45 min to 1 hour for scenic drive and any short extra stops).
Thursday 9/25 – Drive to Glasgow Airport
Leave Lochalsh and drive to Glasgow Airport.
Driving Route & Timeline for 9/25/25
Total Distance: 181 miles (291 km)
Estimated Total Drive Time: 4 hours (allow extra time for stops and traffic).
Maybe start at Glenfinnan Viaduct for Harry Potter train?
8:00 AM: Depart The Lochalsh Hotel, Kyle of Lochalsh
- Start on the A87 heading southeast.
8:30 AM: Stop 1 — Eilean Donan Castle
- Distance: 8 miles, approx. 15 min drive.
- Recommended visit: 30–40 minutes for photos and a quick tour.
9:15 AM: Resume Drive
- Continue on A87 toward Invergarry.
10:30 AM: Stop 2 — Fort William
- Distance: 62 miles from last stop, about 1 hour 15 mins driving.
- Recommended visit: 30 minutes for a coffee/lunch or stretch.
11:00 AM: Drive toward Glencoe on A82
11:45 AM: Stop 3 — Glencoe Valley
- Beautiful mountain scenery, film locations.
- Recommended visit: 20–30 minutes for photos.
12:15 PM: Continue South on A82
1:45 PM: Stop 4 — Loch Lomond (suggested at Luss or Inveruglas)
- Lochside spot for photos or a brief walk.
- Recommended visit: 20 minutes.
2:05 PM: Continue Toward Glasgow Airport
4:00 PM: Arrive at Glasgow Airport, Return Car at Alamo
- Follow M8 signs from A82 to Glasgow Airport.
- Allow at least 30 minutes for car return and shuttle/walk to terminal.
4:40 PM: Check-In for Flight
6:40 PM: Flight Departs – Ryan Air FR275 (Arrive DUB 7:40)
Route (Summarized)
- A87 → A82 (through Fort William, Glencoe, along Loch Lomond) → Merge onto M8 → Exit for Glasgow Airport and follow car rental return signs.
Get to The Spencer Hotel
- Dublin Express to North Wall Quay (Guild St) BUS 784 (782 is a ten minute walk to hotel from Custom Quay)
Friday 9/26 – Dublin
Guinness Tour at 12:45
Jameson Tour at 6:15
Saturday 9/27 – Cliffs of Moher
Leaves 7:40AM (be there 10 minutes early) from Bus Stop 1171, Lower Gardiner Street (at street number 42, beside Trinity Church)
Looks like its a 15 minute walk from the hotel.
Sunday 9/28 – Steelers Game
2:30 Corke Stadium
Monday 9/29 – Day Trip to Howth
Take DART Train from Dublin Connolly Station to Howth
11 min walk from hotel and 35 minute train ride – trains run often
Hike the Cliffs in Howth
https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/howth-cliff-walk
Grab Lunch in Howth
Recommended pubs…
Howth Coastal Boat Tour
3:00 PM with Howth Adventures – be there 10 minutes early – 1 W Pier, Howth, Dublin, D13 H2V4
Hit Some Pubs then DART back to Dublin
Tuesday 9/30 – Head to Northern Ireland
Pickup Rental Car and Depart Dublin
Europcar – 8:30AM – Europcar Dublin City Centre, Spencer Dock, Park Ln, Spencer Dock, North Wall, Dublin, D01 EK06, Ireland
Late Breakfast in Drogheda or Newry?
The Dark Hedges
The Dark Hedges (near Ballymoney)—spectacular tree tunnel, quick photo stop, easy parking.
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Ballintoy — dramatic cliff walk and rope bridge experience, National Trust parking available.
Dunluce Castle
Dunluce Castle??
Giants Causeway
Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills — UNESCO World Heritage Site, explore basalt columns, visitor center with parking.
Bushmills Distillery Tour???
Go to Hotel?
Wednesday 10/1 – Day in Belfast
Titanic Museum
Cave Hill Country Park for views over the city
Belfast Castle
Black Cab Tour
Return Car to Dublin Airport and Stay at Maldron Hotel
Thursday 10/2 – Leave from Dublin Airport
Flights: Mark 12:30, Jeff 12:15, Bailey 9:30