5 Day Isle of Skye, Inverness & Steam Train (B&B Twin room, only for 2 people) from Edinburgh
Take a spectacular journey through the Highlands and the magical Isle of Skye. Venture through a range of classic Highland scenery; experience many local gems and be inspired by myths and legends. We've got mighty Glencoe, the option to ride the 'Hogwarts Express' Jacobite Steam Train, and ruined castles galore. From start to finish, every part of this trip reveals a little more of Scotland's quintessential charm.
Additional Information
We are excited to have you embarking on a wonderful journey with Highland Explorer Tours. Departure is from Radical Travel's sales office on 60 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Check-in 30 minutes prior to the departure. Please bring the documentation listed in the Know Before You Go section of your ticket.
If you have any questions, you may contact our reservations team at: +44 (0)131 558 3738.
Enjoy your adventure with us,
Highland Explorer Tours
What's included
- Local Scottish Guide
- 3* B&B
- Ferry Crossing 'Over the Sea' from the Isle of Skye
- Whisky Tasting
- Culloden Battlefield
- Clava Cairns
- Downloadable audio guides are availabe in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish
- Culloden Visitor Centre
- Loch Ness Cruise
- Armadale Castle and Gardens and Museum of the Isles
Overview
Itinerary
Day 1: Edinburgh to Oban
Check-in at at Radical Travel's sales office on 60 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB.
Departure Time
Check-in closes at 8.15am for tour departure at 8.30am
We leave the Edinburgh at 8:30am and head north to Stirling and the towering Wallace Monument with stunning views of the Castle. We enter the Highlands heading through wild Rannoch Moor and Glencoe and on to the fishing port of Oban. (Overnight: Oban)
Day 2: Oban to Isle of Skye
Take the steam train from Fort William and discover why this spectacular trip has been voted the best train journey in the world by Wanderlust Magazine. Cross the Glenfinnan viaduct featured in the Harry Potter movies and take in the sweeping views of Loch Shiel. We arrive in Mallaig and take the ferry ‘Over the Sea to Skye’. (Overnight: Portree)
Day 3: Isle of Skye to Inverness
We explore more of the magical Isle of Skye with its awe-inspiring mountains, stunning coastline, myths and legends before returning to the mainland. On the way to Loch Ness, we stop at the incredibly photogenic Eilean Donan Castle and wind our way along the Great Glen to Inverness, the Capital of the Highlands.
(Overnight: Inverness)
Day 4: Inverness
Hunt for the elusive monster with a cruise on Loch Ness before turning northward to the stunning beauty of the north-west Highlands. We take in the beautiful town of Beauly with its Priory dating back to 1230, and then it's into the rugged and isolated mountains that secure Scotland's place as one of the last great wilderness in Europe. Learn a bit more about whisky and develop a greater appreciation for its flavour when tasted. Then, it will be time to head back to Inverness for the evening. (Overnight: Inverness)
Day 5: Inverness to Edinburgh
We explore Culloden Battlefield, the scene of Bonnie Prince Charlie’s defeat back in 1746 then the mysterious chamber cairns of Clava Cairns; which inspired the hit TV series Outlander. We visit the Highland Folk Museum to get a real taste of Highland life from the past centuries before heading to Dunkeld with its mighty cathedral, on our way back to Edinburgh. The tour returns at approximately 5.30 pm.
Check-in at at Radical Travel's sales office on 60 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB.
Know before you go
Adults / Students must be over 18.
The minimum tour age is 5
We operate a minimum numbers policy
Departure is from Radical Travel's sales office on 60 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Check-in 30 minutes prior to the departure.
Please be on time returning to the coach for all itinerary stops. The guide will have the time displayed on a clock
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 whisky 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
