5 Day Isle of Skye, Loch Ness and Inverness (B&B Single Room) 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, whisky tasting 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. You will check-in between 8:00 to 8:15 AM and depart at 8:30am from the Highland Explorer Tours sales office at 60 High Street. Please bring the documentation listed in the Know Before You Go section of your ticket. Audio guides are available in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish.
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 -*(mid-April till mid-October)
- Whisky Tasting
- Culloden Battlefield
- Clava Cairns
- Audio Guides: Mandarin, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
- Loch Ness Cruise ( Purchase at check-in)
- Culloden Visitor Centre ( Pay locally)
Overview
Itinerary
Day 1: Edinburgh to Oban
We leave Edinburgh at 8:30am and head to the iconic Kelpies. We then head north past Stirling and take in views of the Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle. We will make a stop for lunch before entering the Highlands heading through wild Rannoch Moor and Glen Coe and on to the quaint fishing town of Oban. (Overnight: Oban)
Day 2: Oban to Isle of Skye
After taking in the sweeping views of Loch Shiel, we arrive in Mallaig and take the ferry ‘Over the Sea to Skye’. During the summer season, some passengers on the coach will have tickets for the Jacobite Steam Train. Those who do not have train tickets will continue to the next location on the coach. (Overnight: Portree)
Day 3: Isle of Skye to Inverness
We explore more of the mysterious Isle of Skye with its awe-inspiring mountains, stunning coastline, and local folklore 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 where we also visit Dundreggan Rewilding Centre to learn about Scotland’s ancient Caledonian Forest and then on to Inverness, home for the next two nights. (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. (Overnight: Inverness)
Day 5: Inverness to Edinburgh
Leaving Inverness, we visit the Highland Folk Museum to get a real taste of Highland life from the past centuries before heading to a local whisky distillery for a tour and a taste of the ‘water of life’. For our final stop we visit Dunkeld and take a walk through the quaint village, on to the River Tay and make a visit to the cathedral. We return to Edinburgh in the evening.
Know before you go
Adults / Students must be over 18.
The minimum tour age is 5
We operate a minimum numbers policy
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
