3-Day Lewis, Harris and the Outer Hebrides Small-Group Tour from Inverness

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3 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

Fine woven materials, white sandy beaches and mystifying monuments: Lewis and Harris contain some of Scotland’s most sensational sights.

The largest island in Scotland boasts beauty, brawns, and brains. The untouched, white beaches snuggle up to gorgeously mesmerising mountains. The local wools and crafting communities combine to create the tough-wearing Harris Tweed. And the ancient stone circles and mysterious chess pieces keep people scratching their heads in wonder.

On this tour, we give you a taste of every part of Lewis and Harris’ unique personality. Your guide explores the Viking past, takes you to traditional bodes, and helps you settle in at the famous port of Stornoway.

Join this tour and escape to one of Scotland’s wildest destinations.

What's Included

Admission Fee - Includes admission to Arnol Blackhouse
Professional and friendly driver guide
Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers)
Round-trip ferry to the Outer Hebrides
2 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast included (B&B or 3-star Hotel)
Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Admission fees, unless specified

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet your Rabbie's guide at the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, Inverness, IV3 5NS. Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour departs.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Inverness - Ullapool - Stornoway

    3 stops
  • 1

    You don’t waste time on this tour. You get up early, travel straight from Inverness to Ullapool, and catch your ferry to the islands. This stunning sea trip takes you along Loch Broom, past the Summer Isles, and out to Stornoway; the capital of the Outer Hebrides.

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Once you’ve arrived on Lewis, your first stop is the ancient past. You travel to the North West of the island and get the chance to visit the ‘blackhouse’ at Arnol*. Dive into this traditional abode and discover how the Highland crofting families lived their day-to-day lives.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    After this, you go through more crofting communities and venture to the northernmost tip of the island, the Butt of Lewis. The lighthouse here boasts epic views of waves crashing against sea cliffs. It’s now time to head back to Stornoway for your overnight stay.

    Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Flexible day touring around Lewis and Harris

    2 stops
  • 4

    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. There’s not many towns around here; but after you’ve had your fill of unspoilt beaches and landscapes, you stop in a small town for lunch.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Now it’s time for one of the great Hebridean highlights, Luskentyre beach. On a good day, the sea turns turquoise and the sands look pristine white. Walk along this phenomenal beach and feel like you’re in the Scottish Maldives.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Carloway Broch - Stornoway - Inverness

    3 stops
  • 6

    Perched on a hillside overlooking the Isle of Lewis, this Iron Age broch has stood for nearly 2,000 years, a testament to the skill and resilience of its builders. As you walk through its stone passageways and gaze across the sweeping landscape, you can almost hear the echoes of past inhabitants who sought shelter and community within its walls.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    You leave the echoes of the past and explore the far west of Lewis; this part boasts some areas of outstanding natural beauty. Your driver-guide ensures you take a unique route that suits the weather and your group's interests. After an eventful morning, you travel to Stornoway and get a ferry to the mainland.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Cast your last glance at the island, and ponder over its rich Gaelic heritage as you make your way across the Minch. Once on the mainland, you continue to Inverness, where you arrive in the evening.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • All Inverness tours will depart from the bus stop next to Inverness Cathedral, Ardross Street, IV3 5NS
  • Arnol Blackhouse – Entrance included in tour price
  • We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.
  • Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
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Historical Tours

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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