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Visit four romantic Scottish islands in five days on a small group excursion from Edinburgh.
You'll explore some of the most dramatic and beautiful scenery on Scotland's rugged west coast, and visit the fabled islands of Mull, Iona, Staffa and Isle of Skye.
What's Included
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes before departure)
Itinerary
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1
One of Scotland’s largest lochs. Admire the views and take postcard-perfect photos to share with your friends and family.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Inveraray Castle & Gardens
You venture through the impressive mountains of the West Highlands and the magnificent whitewashed 18th Century town of Inveraray, home to the Campbell Clan and the Duke of Argyll.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
This Victorian harbour town offers excellent seafood and a charming intimacy. This will be your base for the next 2 nights.
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
4
You take the small ferry to Iona, birthplace of Celtic Christianity, and ancient burial ground of Scottish Kings. Here you can visit the historic abbey with its intricate carved crosses in the churchyard, or explore rocky headlands and sandy coves. ** Passengers may have less free time on Iona, if they opt for the Staffa boat trip.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
5
(optional boat trip) Felix Mendelssohn, who visited the uninhabited island of Staffa, off Mull, in 1829, was inspired to compose his 'Hebrides Overture' after hearing waves echoing in the impressive and cathedral-like Fingal’s Cave. The cave walls and surrounding cliffs are composed of vertical, hexagonal basalt columns that look like pillars (Staffa is Norse for ‘pillar island’). You can land on the island and walk into the cave via a causeway. Nearby Boat Cave can be seen from the causeway, but you can’t reach it on foot. Staffa also has a sizeable puffin colony, north of the landing place.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included -
6
(optional boat trip) Volcanic rock columns are home to black guillemots, fulmars, puffins and the magical Fingal's Cave.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included -
7Castle Stalker
Located in one of Scotland's most beautiful spots and dramatically sited on a small island at the mouth of Loch Laich.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8Glencoe Mountain Resort
The scenery of Glencoe is breathtakingly beautiful! From the spectacular 3 Sisters to the Majestic Buachailie Etive Mor, this has got to be one of the most beautiful places in Scotland!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Fort William
You then venture through Fort William and under the shadow of Ben Nevis, which at 1,344 meters is the highest mountain in the British Isles. We continue through the Great Glen, a natural fault in the earth’s crust that runs through Scotland.
Admission ticket free -
10
From here, we'll take you to your overnight accommodation at the Balmacara Hotel, a lovely four star hotel with a classic Scottish view of Loch Alsh. You’re dropped off at your accommodation in the early evening.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
11Kilt Rock
Picturesque observation point offering panoramic views of waterfalls, cliffs & sea.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12Portree Harbour
Set round its natural harbour and fringed by high ground and cliffs, the town is a popular tourists’ holiday destination and the harbour continues to be used by fishing boats as well as pleasure craft.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
13Quiraing
You may ascend the Quiraing along Trotternish Ridge and be rewarded with spectacular views. Alternatively, you could drink in the scenery at Loch Corruisk or drive through the dramatic Red Cuillin to the little hamlet of Elgol.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
14Isle of Skye
Finish off your day of exploring the Isle of Skye and overnight in Balmacara Hotel.
Admission ticket free -
15Eilean Donan Castle
An iconic and gorgeous 13th century castle that once warded off Viking invasions.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
16
Tour moves through the Grampian Mountains and along Loch Laggan, before passing Dalwhinnie, home to Scotland's highest whisky distillery.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
17Loch Ness
Then, you travel east taking in the stunning views over Loch Duich and the Five Sisters of Kintail. You continue to Loch Ness for lunch and the possibility of spotting 'Nessie'.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Edinburgh - Trossachs National Park - Oban
Oban - Isle of Mull - Iona (optional trip to Staffa & Fingal's Cave)
Oban - West Highlands - Balmacara
Touring around Isle of Skye
Loch Ness - Pitlochry - Edinburgh
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age for travel on this tour is 5 years
- You stay two nights in Oban and two nights exclusively in the Balmacara Hotel.
- Booking three or more people: we can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
- When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age for travel on this tour is 5 years
- You stay two nights in Oban and two nights exclusively in the Balmacara Hotel.
- Booking three or more people: we can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
- When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg of luggage (44lbs); one medium sized suitcase/bag similar to airline standard carry-on luggage (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
- Eilean Donan Castle – We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
- Staffa Boat Trip – You may choose to join a boat trip to Staffa. This departs at 1.45pm and returns at 5pm. We reserve tickets for you, so please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
- Iona Abbey – You have free time on Iona between 12:00pm and 16:30pm. If you'd like to visit the Abbey, we recommend you book in advance to avoid disappointment, using the link on your voucher.
- B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
- Hotels usually have a relatively central location but may be up to a 20-30 minute walk from local facilities. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know so that we can either book a ground floor room or a hotel with lift access, if available.
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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 21 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 21 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 21 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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