6-Day Outer Hebrides and Isle of Skye Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Loch Ness
4 stops
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Edinburgh Bus Station
Check in at least 15 mins in advance at Gate J & K, Edinburgh Bus Station and meet with your driver guide for this tour. We depart from the city of Edinburgh and travel over the Queensferry Crossing, enjoying views of the iconic Forth Rail Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As we journey north through the Kingdom of Fife, the scenery transforms from the rolling farmland of the Lowlands to forested hills and mountains as we approach the Highland Fault line in Perthshire.
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Continuing through Perthshire, often referred to as "Big Tree Country," you'll encounter rich forests filled with majestic Douglas firs and ancient oaks. We'll stop at the Hermitage, where you can decide to go on a fantastic woodland walk that leads you to the stunning Black Linn Falls.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
3
Loch Ness
Leaving the lush forests behind, we begin to ascend towards the impressive Grampian Mountains and Cairngorms National Park, heading to Aviemore. This charming resort, surrounded by mountains and sparkling lochs, is one of the best places for outdoor exploration. You'll have lunch here and some free time to explore the area. Our journey continues through breathtaking glens framed by rugged mountains, with photo stops and comfort breaks along the banks of the mystical Loch Ness, until we reach Corrieshalloch Gorge.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
4
Ullapool
In the early evening, you arrive in the scenic fishing port of Ullapool for your overnight stay.
Day 2
Isle of Lewis and Harris
3 stops
5
First on the agenda today is a ferry journey across the sea. This two and a half-hour boat trip takes you through the Summer Isles to Stornoway, the main town of the Western Isles. But don’t spend your time snoozing and reading as you sail across the ocean; because if you look out to sea, you may spot dolphins and whales. Once you’ve arrived on Lewis and Harris, you head to the North West coast. Your driver-guide will make the most of what weather you’ve been blessed with and take you through traditional crofting towns and seaside ports.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
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You arrive at Stornoway on the Western Isles and have lunch in one of the cafes or restaurants. Recharged with the local specialties, you start your explorations of these unique and remote islands. You will spend your next two days discovering the rugged landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and the slower way of life the Outer Hebrides are known for. You head to the Northwest coast, travelling through traditional crofting towns and seaside ports. Your driver-guide takes you to the Butt of Lewis; the oldest continuously used lighthouse in the archipelago that was designed by the famous engineer Robert Stevenson.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
7
Stornoway
After seeing the dramatic cliffs and facing the powerful Atlantic Ocean you travel through the Isle of Lewis to your overnight accommodation in Stornoway. The evening is yours, so you can decide how to spend your time. Will you try the famous local black pudding? Will you stroll along the picturesque harbour? The choice is yours.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Explore the islands of Lewis and Harris
3 stops
8
Head to Arnol Blackhouse. Here, you can experience what traditional farming life was like in these remote reaches without getting your hands too dirty.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
9
A little down the road, you visit the stone fort of Dun Carloway. This structure is believed to be a fortification or an ancient residence and it was built before 100AD. It's a wonderful location to ponder over the vast swathes of history that have come before you.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
10
You spend the rest of your afternoon discovering more of the island’s hidden gems and beautiful Hebridean beaches. Later, you travel to Stornoway via a different route, passing through a landscape of lochs and moorland that is rich in wildlife. From 8 June 2026, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the optional attraction: the Calanais Standing Stones and their new visitor centre.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Luskentyre beach and the Isle of Harris
3 stops
11
It's time for something a little more dramatic. It's time to see the Isle of Harris. The first thing you notice about Harris are the mountains. And as you weave through the towering marvels, your guide will tell you about the traditions and tales of this part of Scotland. We explore the island in the morning and stop for a short break in Tarbert, nestled in between the Isle of Lewis and Harris.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
12
Luskentyre
Depending on the weather you've been blessed with, you can head to Leverburgh, a charming village with a picturesque harbour, or you have a picnic lunch in a scenic location. Then, you travel to the gem of the island, Luskentyre beach, often ranked among the most beautiful beaches in the world. Here, powdery white sands meet crystal-clear turquoise waters and all that unspoilt beauty is framed by rugged Scottish scenery. Then it's time to say farewell to the remote and tranquil Outer Hebrides because we need to hop back on a ferry in Tarbert and continue over the sea to Skye.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
13
Portree
Your adventure continues on a ferry over the sea to Portree, the largest town in Skye and your base for the next two evenings.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Explore the Isle of Skye
2 stops
14
Isle of Skye
Exploring Skye feels like stepping into a dream, with countless places to explore. You might head north to the Trotternish Ridge and beyond, where you'll encounter geological wonders such as the Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, and the breathtaking Quiraing mountain pass. This part of the island enchants visitors with surreal rock formations, dramatic cliffs, vast open spaces, and an overwhelming sense of wilderness. After all this exploration, we'll pause in one of the island's towns for lunch to recharge for the second part of the day. In the late afternoon, your driver-guide may take you back in time, sharing stories about the legends and clan culture surrounding Dunvegan Castle, or perhaps lead you to a different hidden gem.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
15
Portree
After you've enjoyed the sights of Skye, you have your final evening in Portree. There are plenty of fabulous seafood restaurants to celebrate a fine day of exploring. Will you have dinner and take a leisurely stroll along the picturesque harbour? Or will you seek out pubs and venues hosting traditional Scottish music sessions? The choice is yours.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
Eilean Donan Castle and Glencoe
4 stops
16
Eilean Donan Castle
Perched on a small island, the iconic Eilean Donan Castle, which has recently gained fame as a movie location, has many old stories to tell. You can enjoy refreshments at a local café and stroll along the loch to admire the castle from the outside. Alternatively, you can explore its chambers, where you'll discover a collection of artifacts belonging to the MacKenzie and MacRae clans. Then, we head past shimmering lochs framed by rugged mountains of the Five Sisters of Kintail. After this visual feast of towering peaks, we travel to Fort William for a break.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
17
Fort William
You've got time for lunch in this charming Highland town nestled at the foot of Ben Nevis. Sample local cuisine and wander the streets of the town centre, before you continue the journey south.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
18
Glencoe
Then, your driver-guide may become a little emotional as you move through the valley of Glencoe, one of our most famous natural landmarks. Renowned for its dramatic, rugged slopes, this stunning area was the site of one of the most tragic events in Scottish history. We continue through the wild and desolate landscapes of the Rannoch Moor through the Trossachs National Park past shimmering lochs, rugged mountain peaks, and forest-filled glens and we have a short break along the way.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
19
Edinburgh
Further south, after crossing the ancient natural Fault Line that runs across Scotland, you watch as the rugged and majestic landscape of the Highlands turn into the flat fertile plains of the Lowlands as we return to Edinburgh.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Tour timings are for reference only and may change (subject to group's interests).
• We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
• Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately. To ensure that bookings for passengers traveling together are not separated, please inform us if you have multiple bookings.
• 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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