3 Day Isle of Skye and the Highlands (B&B Twin Room, for two people) from Edinburgh
Discover the history of Vikings and their ancient myths and legends with this all Scotland tour packed full of our most iconic sights and scenery. Discover the Highlands and the magical Isle of Skye.
Additional Information
We are excited to have you embarking on a wonderful journey with Highland Explorer Tours. Check-in 30 minutes prior to the departure time at Radical Travel Sales Office on 60 High Street, Edinbrugh, EH1 1TB. 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 Guide
- 3* Bed and Breakfast or Highland Hotel Accommodation
- Ferry Crossing
- Dunkeld Cathedral
- Jacobite Steam Train (purchase from Highland Explorer Tours)
- Dunvegan Castle
Overview
Day 1: Edinburgh to Portree - Leaving Edinburgh at 7:45am, we travel past the stunning views of the Forth Bridge and enter the Highlands through Perthshire, a land of forests, rivers and mountains. We visit the quaint village of Dunkeld with its historic cathedral sitting on the banks of the River Tay. It’s then further north into the Highlands before we enter the Great Glen. At Fort Augustus, there is time to explore the shores of Loch Ness and a chance to spot Nessie. The journey continues to the famous Isle of Skye but first, we take in spectacular Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most famous icons. Our home for the night is the Isle of Skye, the ‘winged isle’. (Overnight: Portree)
Day 2: Isle of Skye - We spend the day exploring the dramatic Isle of Skye with its amazing scenery, myths and legends. Hear tales of Bonnie Prince Charlie’s escape from the mainland against the backdrop of the jagged Cuillin Mountains. Highlights include the mysterious rock formation of the Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock with its cascading waterfall and Dunvegan's impressive castle*. (Overnight: Portree) * Option for spring / summer season only
Day 3: Summer and Winter itinerary
(Summer*) April to Mid-October
We have the chance to explore a wee bit more of the beautiful Isle of Skye before taking the ferry to the west coast fishing village of Mallaig. Here you can board the Jacobite Steam Train to Fort William, one of the most spectacular railway journeys in the world if you purchased a train ticket with us before your tour started. The train crosses the Glenfinnan Viaduct where a monument to Bonnie Prince Charlie’s campaign now stands. We head south through the dramatic scenery of Glencoe, wild Rannoch Moor then the heart of Rob Roy country before arriving back in Edinburgh at approximately 8.30pm. The drop-off location, where we say our good-byes, is the Edinburgh Bus Station.
(Winter*) November to March
We head south via the Skye Bridge and through the stunning glens, we pass the Commando Memorial with views to Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. Eerie Glencoe and the wilds of Rannoch Moor await before arriving in Rob Roy country to hear about the rogue who turned to a hero. Crossing back into the lowlands we arrive in Edinburgh in the early evening at approximately 5.30pm.
Departure is from the Radical Travel Sales Office on 60 High Street, Edinbrugh, EH1 1TB
Know before you go
Check-in 30 minutes prior to your departure at Radical Travel's sales office on 60 High Steet.
If you have any questions, you may contact our reservations team at: +44 (0)131 558 3738.
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. 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
