Edinburgh and the Kingdom of Fife (Self Drive - St. Andrews - Dundee - Dunfermline)
❮Edinburgh and the Kingdom of Fife (Self Drive - St. Andrews - Dundee - Dunfermline)
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This 8 night sample itinerary includes:
- Rental a Car for 9 days
- Hotel for 3 nights in Edinburgh
- Hotel for 2 nights in St. Andrews
- Hotel for 2 nights in Dundee
- Hotel for 1 nights in Dunfermline
Driving Time
Edinburgh - St. Andrews: 1 hr. 35 mins. approx.
St. Andrews- Dundee: 35 mins. approx.
Dundee - Dunfermline: 1 hr . approx.
Dunfermline - Edinburgh: 45 mins. approx.
Fife is the name for a former historic county and Pictish Kingdom of Scotland. Today it is home to several popular cities, especially for Golf Lovers. Explore it with a Rental Car, starting in Edinburgh (Scotland's compact, hilly capital, with a medieval Old Town and elegant Georgian New Town with gardens and neoclassical buildings), then, drive to St. Andrews (is where the game originated in 1764, and the Scots have taken great pride in their game). After that, visit Dundee (major industrial city, royal burgh, and seaport of eastern Scotland is affectionately nicknamed the City of Discovery for its indutrial textile mills and factories and leading publishing company); and finally, Dunfermline (the ancient capital of Scotland. It is a place so steeped in fascinating royal history; as birthplace of James I in 1394, Charles I in 1600 and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie in 1835. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in the city, desired hotel and activities.
Flexible Itinerary
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Edinburgh
Day 1Arrive to Edinburgh
Overnight in EdinburghDay 2Overnight in EdinburghDay 3Overnight in EdinburghDay 4Departing from Edinburgh
Transportation to next city by: By Car -
St Andrews
Day 4Arrive to St Andrews
Overnight in St AndrewsDay 5Overnight in St AndrewsDay 6Departing from St Andrews
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Dundee
Day 6Arrive to Dundee
Overnight in DundeeDay 7Overnight in DundeeDay 8Departing from Dundee
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Dunfermline
Day 8Arrive to Dunfermline
Overnight in DunfermlineDay 9Departing from Dunfermline
Scotland
A vacation to the isle of Britain would be incomplete without stopping in Scotland. Edinburgh and Glasgow are some of the most cosmopolitan cities in the United Kingdom, set in an urban landscape with many historic buildings dating from the Victorian era and even earlier, impressive considering Scotland was not spared from the Blitz of World War II. Further afield, rivers flow through beautiful valleys that reach the peaks of the Highlands, an area with its own authentic cultural traditions. Whether you are in mainland Scotland or on one of the offshore islands, this nation offers so many charming experiences for the traveler, from fairytale castles to abbeys in ruins to picturesque villages.
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Edinburgh
Edinburgh has an almost fairy-tale setting and every step is a revelation. Its magnificent architecture shifts from the proud tenements of its medieval Old Town, to the grace and geometric precision of the Georgian New Town. Above it all stands Edinburgh Castle perched high on its volcanic rock looking down on a city where medieval lanes and elegant, sweeping terraces hold over ten centuries of history, mystery, and tradition.
Enjoy the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, Calton Hill, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Princes Street Gardens, St Giles' Cathedral, Scott Monument and so much more! -
St Andrews
The medieval town of St. Andrews was the center of Scotland's religious life for centuries. Surnamed the "home of golf" it is known as the seat where the rules of golf in Britain and the world are codified and arbitrated. Golf was played for the first time in the 1400s, on the site of St. Andrews's Old Course. Visitors come here for the courses ranked amongst the finest in the world, as well as for the sandy beaches. It is also home to Scotland's oldest university, the University of St Andrews.
Admire St. Andrews Cathedral, St. Andrews Castle, The University of St. Andrews, St. Andrews Old Course, St. Andrews Harbour, and so much more! -
Dundee
Located on the north bank of the River Tay's estuary, Dundee is the fourth largest city in Scotland. It is known as the City of Discovery, both in honour of Dundee's history of scientific activities, and of the RRS Discovery, Robert Falcon Scott's Antarctic exploration vessel, which was built in Dundee and is now berthed there. Dundee it's a base for exploring the most famous Glamis Castle. Dundee also makes a good base for those who want to play at one of Scotland's most famous golf courses, Carnoustie.
Enjoy V&A Dundee, Discovery Point and RRS Discovery, Dundee Contemporary Arts, Dundee Law, Slessor Gardens, Dundee Waterfront, and so much more! -
Dunfermline
The ancient capital of Scotland, Dunfermline is a town with a rich historic and cultural heritage, having much to offer to its visitors. The town is intersected from north to south by the picturesque Pittencrieff Park. Much of the Town Centre is a Conservation Area and contains a large number of historic buildings. The most impressive is the Dunfermline Abbey where King Robert the Bruce is buried. The ruins of the former palace sit adjacent to this to the south. Abbots House Museum located nearby is one of the oldest properties in the town and it hosts exhibits relating to Dunfermline and its place in history. The town center also contains a number of historic churches and the gothic style City Chambers which form an important part of the town's skyline.
Dunfermline Abbey, Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum, Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries, Abbot House, Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline Public Park, Historic Streets and Architecture, and so much more!
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Enjoy the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, Calton Hill, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Princes Street Gardens, St Giles' Cathedral, Scott Monument and so much more!
Admire St. Andrews Cathedral, St. Andrews Castle, The University of St. Andrews, St. Andrews Old Course, St. Andrews Harbour, and so much more!
Enjoy V&A Dundee, Discovery Point and RRS Discovery, Dundee Contemporary Arts, Dundee Law, Slessor Gardens, Dundee Waterfront, and so much more!
Dunfermline Abbey, Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum, Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries, Abbot House, Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline Public Park, Historic Streets and Architecture, and so much more!