3 Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

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(1,067 reviews)

3 days (approximately)
Offered in: German and 5 more

Discover the Highlands and the magical Isle of Skye with its outstanding natural beauty, Viking history, and ancient myths and legends. This is a journey packed with many of Scotland’s most iconic sights and scenery, as well as the chance to visit one of the most picturesque sights in Scotland, Eilean Donan Castle.

What's Included

2 nights accommodation
Transport by climate controlled coach
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Local English Speaking Guide
Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
Meals
Jacobite Steam Train
Dunvegan Castle entry
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This tour will depart at 7:45 am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for the check-in staff wearing blue high-visibility vests there to greet you.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Edinburgh to Portree

    3 stops
  • 1
    Glencoe

    Visit one of Scotland's most epic photographed landscapes

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Fort William

    Break in Fort William. If you're joining the amazing Jacobite Steam Train, you will be leaving from here.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Mallaig

    The Jacobite Steam train arrives at fishing village, Mallaig. From here we take the ferry to the Isle of Skye (ferry is weather dependent.)

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Isle of Skye

    4 stops
  • 4
    The Old Man of Storr

    View the iconic Old Man of Storr

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Kilt Rock

    Visit Kilt Rock with its cascading waterfall

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Lealt Falls

    Beautiful waterfall on the island coast

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Sligachan Old Bridge

    Learn myths and legends during your visit to Sligachan.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Portree to Edinburgh

    5 stops
  • 8
    Eilean Donan Castle

    Photo stop at stunning Eilean Donan Castle.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Immerse yourself in nature at this rewilding centre near Loch Ness.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Fort Augustus

    Explore Loch Ness at charming Fort Augustus. Will you spot Nessie?

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Commando Monument

    Enjoy views of the UK's tallest mountain: Ben Nevis.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Dunkeld

    Break time at Dunkeld, a village in Perthshire, on the banks of River Tay.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children under 5 years old, including infants who do not require a seat, are not permitted to travel. We are unable to accommodate any child under the age of 5.
  • Each traveller is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase weighing no more than 33lbs (15kg) and 1 carry-on bag.
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark
  • During April and October, this tour returns to Edinburgh at 8pm.
Supplied by Highland Explorer Tours Ltd

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