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Love the idea of a break in the South of Scotland but in need of some inspiration? Relax, we have you covered with a fantastic array of short-break itineraries that are just perfect for exploring. Whether you choose to explore the South West Coastal 300, stargaze in our beautiful dark skies, explore our rich heritage or just get a wonderful taster of what we have to offer, we have the ideal itinerary for you.

Breath-taking views are guaranteed as you explore the glens, forests and coastal routes of the South West Coastal 300. There are activities galore from hillwalking, windsurfing, cycling, kayaking, fishing or playing golf to fill your days and on a clear night you can turn your eyes skyward for another visual delight as more than 7,000 stars are visible to the naked eye at the Galloway Forest Park, the UK’s first International Dark Sky Park.

Follow in the footsteps of our literary giants like Sir Walter Scott and Robert Burns, John Buchan and James Hogg; explore the landscapes that saw battles won and lost; territory captured and liberated throughout our rich history. So much is rooted in these villages and towns, in the forested hills, moors, lochs and coastlines, here where Scotland Starts.

Itineraries suggest activities, places to stay and where to eat, so the only decision you have to make is which one you will try first because we know you’ll be back for more, once you have discovered the South of Scotland.

Abbotsford
Gorgeous Gardens & Glorious Views
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6 Days
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244mi / 392km
Kirkpatrick C2C – 3 day Bitesize Itinerary Central
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3 Days
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60mi / 97km
KC2C Explorer Itinerary Day 8
Kirkpatrick C2C – 2 day Bitesize Itinerary East
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2 Days
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51mi / 82km
Stairhaven Dumfries & Galloway
Kirkpatrick C2C – 3 day Bitesize Itinerary West
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3 Days
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86mi / 139km
Kirkpatrick C2C – 8 day Explorer Itinerary
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8 Days
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177mi / 285km
Rediscovering The Wicker Man
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3 Days
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139mi / 223km
Robert Burns in the South of Scotland
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6 Days
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187mi / 301km
Caerlaverock Castle / image courtesy of VisitScotland / Damian Shields
7 Days exploring History & Heritage on the SWC300
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7 Days
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236mi / 380km
7 Days of Family Fun on the SWC300
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7 Days
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240mi / 386km
Sunrise over Glen Trool / image courtesy of VisitScotland/Damian Shields
4 Days exploring Nature & the Outdoors on the SWC300
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4 Days
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209mi / 337km
Robert Burns Dumfries
7 Days exploring Arts & Culture on the SWC300
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7 Days
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247mi / 397km
Moat Brae Peter Pan
3 Day Family Break on the SWC300
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3 Days
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203mi / 327km
On the Tapestry Trail through the South of Scotland
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7 Days
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283mi / 455km
Crawick Multiverse
3 Days Sightseeing and Stargazing in the South of Scotland
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3 Days
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96mi / 155km
Stargazing Adventure
2 Days Dark Skies Adventure
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2 Days
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80mi / 128km
Mull of Galloway Dark Skies
3 Days Exploring Dark Skies and Natural Beauty of the South of Scotland
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3 Days
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99mi / 160km
Galloway Activity Centre image Courtesy of VisitScotland / David N Anderson
3 Days of Adventure on the SWC300 (South)
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3 Days
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143mi / 229km
Drumlanrig Castle
4 Days exploring History & Heritage on the SWC300
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4 Days
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166mi / 267km
Blackstone Clydesdales image Damian Shields
3 Days of Adventure on the SWC300 (North)
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3 Days
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147mi / 237km
4 Days Stargazing in the South of Scotland
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4 Days
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149mi / 240km
7 Days exploring Nature & the Outdoors on the SWC300
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7 Days
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288mi / 463km