Route 1: The Kintyre 66 (3 days, ~130 miles)

Inspired by its American namesake, the Kintyre 66 loops around the Kintyre Peninsula from Tarbert. Head south on the A83 through the green hills to Campbeltown, once the whisky capital of the world, then continue to the Mull of Kintyre at the peninsula's tip — the views across to Northern Ireland are extraordinary on clear days. Return up the west coast on the B842 and B8001, smaller roads that hug the coast with views across to Islay and Jura. These western roads are narrower and slower but manageable for motorhomes up to 7m. The A83 down the east side is wider and faster.

Route 2: Oban and the Sea Lochs (2 days, ~80 miles)

Start in Oban, the seafood capital of Scotland, where the harbour offers views across to Mull and the fresh shellfish stalls on the pier are unmissable. Drive south on the A816 through Kilmartin Glen, one of Scotland's most important archaeological landscapes with standing stones, cairns, and rock carvings spanning 5,000 years. Continue to Lochgilphead on Loch Fyne, then loop back north via the A83 along the shores of Loch Fyne to Inveraray, a planned Georgian town with a famous castle and jail. Return to Oban via the A819 and A85, skirting the shores of Loch Awe. Roads are good throughout and suitable for all motorhome sizes.

Route 3: Cowal Peninsula and the Holy Loch (2 days, ~60 miles)

From Dunoon, head north along the Holy Loch to Strachur on Loch Fyne. The road through Glen Beich is single-track in places but the scenery — steep wooded hillsides dropping to the loch — is outstanding. Cross to the eastern shore of Loch Fyne and continue south to Tighnabruaich, a quiet village overlooking the Kyles of Bute, one of the most beautiful stretches of water in Scotland. Return via the A8003 and B836 through Glendaruel. Some roads on this route are narrow and winding — best suited to motorhomes under 7m, though the main A roads around the edge are fine for any size.