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From Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, the Highlands & Loch Ness 3-Day Guided Tour with Optional Stay Reservation

Person standing by a lake in the Isle of Skye, surrounded by grassy hills.
Glencoe Scotland mountain landscape with green valleys and cloudy peaks.
Old Man of Storr rock formation on Isle of Skye, Scotland, with surrounding landscape.
Tour guide explaining map to tourists in a scenic mountain landscape.

Duration

3 days

Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience
    • Embark on a 3-day Scottish Highlands adventure, exploring iconic sights like Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, and the Isle of Skye.

    • Travel comfortably on a modern coach, with live commentary from an expert guide bringing Scotland's vibrant history and culture to life.

    • Delight in the scenic beauty of locales like Rannoch Moor and the Quiraing, and soak in the views of Britain's tallest mountain, Ben Nevis.

    • Gain exclusive insights into Scottish culture through guided tours of historical landmarks like Dunvegan Castle, Duntulm Castle, and Eilean Donan Castle.

    • Skip the hassle of planning your stay. Choose a B&B, hostel, or hotel, and we’ll reserve it for you—just bring cash or a card to pay the provider directly upon arrival!

    • 3-day tour of the Isle of Skye, the Highlands & Loch Ness

    • Round-trip luxury AC coach transfers from Edinburgh

    • Boarding from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh

    • Expert English-speaking driver-guide

    • Digital translations in French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, and Chinese (Mandarin)

    • Small group of max. 19 people

    Additional paid upgrades:

    • 2-night accommodation in Portree harbour town (reservation only)

      • Bed in a shared room with shared bathroom facilities

      • Single room with private bathroom facilities or an ensuite in a Bed and Breakfast

      • Double room with private bathroom facilities or an ensuite in a hotel

    • Accommodation costs

    • Entry to attractions

    • Food & drinks

  • TOTAL DURATION72 hours
    MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
    Timeline
    Map
    Castle Terrace
    Start point

    Castle Terrace

    Get direction
    62 min by a/c bus
    73.2 km
    19 Killermont Street

    1. 19 Killermont Street

    51 min by a/c bus
    51.7 km
    Luss

    2. Luss

    Free Admission
    64 min by a/c bus
    70.5 km

    Passes By

    Glencoe

    3. Glencoe

    Free Admission
    30 min by a/c bus
    26.3 km
    Fort William

    4. Fort William

    Free Admission

    Lunch

    5 min by a/c bus
    3.2 km
    Ben Nevis

    5. Ben Nevis

    Tickets not included
    78 min by a/c bus
    89.5 km
    Five Sisters of Kintail

    6. Five Sisters of Kintail

    Tickets not included
    77 min by a/c bus
    85.5 km
    Portree

    7. Portree

    Free Admission
    Dunvegan Castle

    8. Dunvegan Castle

    Tickets not included
    Uig

    9. Uig

    21 min by a/c bus
    14.3 km
    Duntulm Castle

    10. Duntulm Castle

    Tickets not included
    22 min by a/c bus
    16 km
    Kilt Rock

    11. Kilt Rock

    6 min by a/c bus
    5.6 km
    Lealt Falls

    12. Lealt Falls

    Tickets not included
    7 min by a/c bus
    8 km
    Old Man of Storr

    13. Old Man of Storr

    Tickets not included
    14 min by a/c bus
    10.9 km
    Portree

    14. Portree

    Free Admission
    62 min by a/c bus
    68.9 km
    Eilean Donan Castle

    15. Eilean Donan Castle

    62 min by a/c bus
    78.7 km
    Fort Augustus

    16. Fort Augustus

    Free Admission
    71 min by a/c bus
    82.5 km

    Passes By

    Pitlochry

    17. Pitlochry

    Free Admission

    Refreshment break

    1 hr 36 min by a/c bus
    113 km
    Castle Terrace
    End point

    Castle Terrace

    Get direction

    Your ending point would be same as your start point

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • What to bring

    • Most accommodation providers only accept cash payments and will not accept debit/credit cards as methods of payment.

    • Bring warm and/or waterproof clothing, comfortable walking shoes and some sun-block or a hat for sunny days.

    What's not allowed

    • Luggage is restricted to one medium-sized suitcase per person (60-69cm high and roughly 45cm in width).

    • Children under the age of 4 are not allowed on this tour.

    Additional information

    • The price of the 3-day Isle of Skye tour does not include accommodation, but it can be reserved for you. Approximate costs are per person per night:

      • Hostel: £30-£40 per person per night

      • B&B (Double/Twin/Family): £70-£110 per person per night

      • B&B (Single occupancy): £100-£150 per night

      • Hotel: From £90+ per person per night (based on two people sharing). Solo occupancy from £150+

    • If the 3-day Isle of Skye tour has no Glasgow pick-ups, it will travel from Edinburgh via Stirling and will not visit Loch Lomond, but will offer an alternative route.

    • Check-in opens 15 minutes prior to the stated departure time and closes 5 minutes prior to the stated departure time. We recommend that all passengers arrive in this window as tours must depart on schedule.

    • This multi-day tour will return to Edinburgh, making an additional stop at Waverley Station for any passengers returning to Glasgow by train.

    • Children aged between 4 and 16 years are eligible for the concessionary rate.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show a valid student ID.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Meet your guide in front of The Ensign Ewart.

    • Address: 521-523 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2PE, United Kingdom.

    Get directions to the meeting point

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