Fife Coastal Route - 85miles/136km

Between the Firths of Forth and Tay lies the historic Kingdom of Fife. Best known is St Andrews, "Home of Golf" and seat of Scotland's oldest university. Just to the south of St Andrews are the picturesque villages of the East Neuk with their distinctive pantiled roofs and unspoilt beaches. More golden sands can be enjoyed at Burntisland and Aberdour. Less than 30 minutes from Scotland's modern capital is the country's ancient capital, Dunfermline, "The Westminster of the North" and final resting place of Robert the Bruce. Don't miss Deep Sea World at North Queensferry where the longest underwater safari will take you exploring far beneath the waves. Further west is 16th century Culross, an outstanding example of a 16th century town. Whether you approach the Fife Coastal Route from Edinburgh to the south or Dundee to the north you can be sure of spectacular scenery and first class attractions.

58 miles/93 km

The Angus Coastal Route begins in the City of Discovery, Dundee, with its fascinating industrial heritage and maritime traditions and takes you north to Aberdeen, a stunning city of glittering granite. Along the way you will discover a spectacular coastline with picturesque seaside resorts - Broughty Ferry, Monifieth, Carnoustie, Arbroath, Montrose, Inverbervie, Stonehaven - as well as sandy beaches, championship golf courses, nature reserves, country parks and a fertile countryside reaching inland through the Mearns and the Vale of Strathmore to the scenic splendour of the Angus Glens and the Grampians.

Borders Historic Route - 95 miles/152 km

Forget the traffic and discover the dramatic scenery along the Borders Historic Route. Travelling in either direction between the great northern English city of Carlisle and Scotland's capital, Edinburgh, you can savour the area which has been at the heart of Scotland's history and culture for centuries and a major inspiration for Sir Walter Scott's romantic novels. Follow in the footsteps of the reivers by crossing the Border between England and Scotland at Scots Dyke and explore the royal burghs, woollen mills and market towns, historic houses and visitor centres of the Border counties. Here you'll be able to sample true hospitality, local goods, crafts and culture in an outstanding environment. It guarantees a truely memorable start or finish to your visit to Scotland.

Clyde Valley Tourist Route - 42 miles/67 km

Turn off the M74 at Abington (or Hamilton if approaching from the opposite direction) and follow the River Clyde through an area of contrasting landscapes, rich in historical interest. Attractions include the World Heritage village of New Lanark, the model industrial community founded by David Dale in the late 18th century and developed by his philanthropist son-in-law, Robert Owen. Also well worth a visit are the magnificently restored former hunting lodge of Chatelherault, near to Hamilton, the David Livingstone Centre at Blantyre or the cluster of fascinating museums around the market town of Biggar. If you want to try something more strenuous, you can take advantage of the extensive watersport facilities, theme park and nature trails at Strathclyde Country Park.