The Heart 200 route takes in the very best of central Scotland and lowland Perthshire and is easily accessible from both Edinburgh and Glasgow.
We’d recommend you start in historic Stirling, with its iconic castle - a former royal palace and integral to the legends of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce. From Stirling, head north through the Trossachs and the pretty tourist towns of Callander and Aberfoyle, then on to Loch Earn and Loch Tay. Then east to the foot of the Cairngorms and a break for some world-class shopping and refreshment at the House of Bruar, before heading south again via Blair Atholl, Pitlochry, Scone Palace and the ‘Fair City’ of Perth on the banks of the mighty River Tay. The final loop, up through picturesque Glendevon, takes you by Gleneagles Hotel, Crieff, Comrie and Dunblane. Along the way you’ll discover distilleries, golf courses, wildlife parks, castles, gardens and theatres and almost endless opportunities to explore the very best of Scotland’s great outdoors.
Sample Itinerary
Night 1: Starting in Stirling, staying a night at the 4-star Hotel Colessio in Stirling, B&B in a King Deluxe Guest Room
Stirling, known as the Gateway to the Highlands, offers a blend of ancient heritage and vibrant contemporary attractions. Opportunities include Stirling Castle, The National Wallace Monument, The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum and Blair Drummond Safari Park to name a few. As you head north through The Trossachs National Park, visit the charming towns of Callander and Aberfoyle then on to Loch Earn and Loch Tay. Before you head to Pitlochry for your overnight stay, venture into the beauty and tranquillity of the Cairngorms National Park.
Drive from Stirling to Pitlochry via Aberfoyle, Killin, Aberfeldy and Blair Atholl: approx. 119 miles
Night 2: Staying a night at the 4-star Atholl Palace Hotel in Pitlochry, Room Only in an Economy Double Room
In Pitlochry, visit the Scotland’s oldest whisky distillery, the Blair Atholl Distillery or take a riverside walk to the River Tummel. Take a scenic drive south, following the River Tay, stopping in Dunkeld, one of the best preserved historic towns in Scotland and Scone Palace, a Georgian Gothic style palace near the village of Scone.
Drive from Pitlochry to Perth via Blairgowrie: approx. 41 miles
Night 3: Staying a night at the 4-star Leonardo Boutique Huntingtower Hotel in Perth, B&B in a Standard Double Room
Today you’ll drive the Historic South part of the route which will take you to some of the most remarkable places in Scotland. Unearth Loch Leven and Loch Leven Castle which historically has been associated with King Robert the Bruce, Robert the High Stewart as well as Mary Queen of Scots. Make your way up to the market towns of Crieff and Comrie via the famous Gleneagles Hotel, before heading down to historic Dunblane and Bridge of Allan.
Drive from Perth to Stirling via Kinross, Crieff and Dunblane: approx. 85 miles
Example prices start from £252 per person in low season.
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