8 Day Isle of Skye, Orkney & North Coast 500, Steam Train (B&B Twin Rm, for two) from Edinburgh
Let us take you on a journey to some of Scotland’s most stunning and historically significant sights. Discover Orkney’s wild coastline and Neolithic settlements such as Skara Brae, the towering Ring of Brodgar and the Stones of Stenness. Admire the spectacular views of the North Coast 500 beaches and shores. This famous drive will leave you in awe with its impressive landscapes, rock formations and cliff top coastal vistas. You’ll be blown away by the iconic sights and scenery on the Isle of Skye and can indulge in some of Scotland’s finest seafood at the fishing port of Oban. There’s even the chance to travel on the famous Jacobite Steam Train, one of the greatest rail journeys in the world. Your passionate local guide will tell tales of Viking history, myths, and legends. We guarantee this tour will leave you loving Scotland as much as we do!
Highlights
- Dunkeld
- Highland Folk Museum
- Culloden Battlefield
- Clava Cairns
- Dunrobin Castle
- Italian Chapel on Orkney
- Skara Brae
- Stones of Stenness
- Isle fo Skye
- Jacobite Steam Train
- The Kelpies
What's included
- Local Scottish Guide
- 7 nights accommodation
- Jacobite Steam Train
- All ferry crossings
- Italian Chapel
- Skara Brae
Overview
Itinerary
Day 1: Edinburgh to Inverness - The journey takes us past the Forth Bridges to our first stop in the pretty village of Dunkeld, then to the Highland Folk Museum (used for scenes in Outlander), Culloden Battlefield and Clava Cairns.IKIrkwall
Day 2: Inverness to Orkney - Dunrobin Castle enthralls visitors with its beauty and history. It is quite the photgenic castle. After the castle visit will be the ferry to Orkney.
Day 3: Orkney - There is a bit of time jumping today with today's itinerary. The day starts with a visit to the Italian Chapel built by WW2 prisoners and the rest of it is spent being transported to the Neolithic period with stops at Skara Brae, Ring of Brodgar and the Stones of Stenness,
Day 4: Kirkwall to Ullapool - A ferry is taken to return to the mainland where the coach takes the North Coast 500 route once again. There is a stop at Smoo Cave and Northwest Highlands' Geopark , Knochan Crag. Arrive in Ullapool, teh day's final destination at 6:00pm in time to explore the town and grab dinner.
Day 5: Ullapool to Portree - The coach crosses over the Skye Bridge to reach The Old Man of Storr, a well-known rock formation, that has its own legend and Kilt Rock with its hypnotic waterfall. The coach rests for the night in Portree while you walk around and take photos of the colourful homes on the coast.
Day 6: Portree to Oban - Before a final farewell is given to the beautiful Isle of Skye, there is a visit to Sleat Peninsula known as the 'Garden of Skye'. A ferry is taken to Mallaig where there is time for lunch before boarding the Jacobite Steam Train aka 'Hogwarts Express'. The train traverses the Glenfinnan Viaduct before stopping at Fort William. On the way to the fishing town of Oban there is a stop in Glencoe to take photos of the imposing ancient mountains.
Day 7: Oban (Free day) - Today is the day where everyone is free to choose how they want to use it. There are many options to choose from such as taking a ferry from Oban to a Western Isle , a visit to a whisky distillery, or a relaxing day meadering around Oban. The guide has the day off today.
Day 8: Oban to Edinburgh- As the coach leaves Oban and heads for the lowlands, there are views Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument as the coach goes past them. It is now time for a visit to the Kelpies, the world's largest equine scuptures dedicated to workign horses. The coach arrives in Edinburgh around 5:00 pm.
Departure is from the Radical Travel Sales Office on 60 High Street, Edinbrugh, EH1 1TB
Know before you go
Departure is from the Radical Travel Sales Office on 60 High Street, Edinbrugh, EH1 1TB. Please arrive 30 minutes before your departure time to check-in. Adults / Students must be over 18. The minimum tour age is 5 Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated when accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark. Checking in for your Tour Please just bring your Reference Number and photographic ID. Please note that for any tours visiting a whisky distillery, photographic ID (Drivers Licence or Passport) may be required to ensure participation in the gin tasting activity. Students must also bring a must also bring a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC or you will be charged the full price for your tour and an administration fee of 25 GBP. Baggage Allowance 1 x medium case / + 1 x sma x small carry-on bag. Maximum 15 kg. Compulsory Insurance Travel insurance cover is not included in the of your trip. All guests must have travel insurance with medical, evacuation and repatriation cover covering all applicable dates of travel with Highland Explorer Tours. This insurance must cover; personal injury, pandemic events and emergency medical expenses. All cancellations must be made through your agent Evan Evans
Cancellation policy
Cancellations made 21 days or less prior to the departure will incur a 100% fee. 50% fee for cancellation 45-22 days prior to departure.
