5 Day Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness From Edinburgh

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Edinburgh to Oban
5 stops
1
The Kelpies & The Helix
The first stop of the day will be the majestic Kelpies statues. This 30-metre high horse-headed pair are the world's largest equine sculptures.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
2
Stirling Castle
Sit back and relax while we drive to our next destination, and marvel at the impressive Stirling Castle, one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland.
Admission ticket free
3
National Wallace Monument
Heading north, take in breath-taking views as we pass by the famous Wallace Monument, a 67 metre tower at a hilltop overlooking Stirling and commemorating landmark in honour of Sir William Wallace.
Admission ticket free
4
Glencoe
Enjoy a scenic drive through the beautiful Rannoch Moor before stopping at the iconic Glencoe.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
Oban
We arrive in the picturesque seaside town Oban on the west coast of Scotland where we will spend the night.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Oban to Isle of Skye
4 stops
6
Glenfinnan Viaduct
View the world-famous Glenfinnan Viaduct surrounded by beautiful Highland scenery.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
7
Eilean Donan Castle
Stop at the romantic Eilean Donan Castle, the most photographed castle in Scotland.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
8
Isle of Skye
We cross the Skye Bridge to the enchanting Isle of Skye, heading through breath-taking landscapes and finally stopping in Portree.
Admission ticket free
9
Portree
We finish our day in Portree, the beautiful capital town on the Isle of Skye. Visit renowned seafood restaurant or take a walk by the idyllic harbour.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Isle of Skye to Inverness
4 stops
10
Kilt Rock
Explore the impressive 90-metre Kilt Rock and the breath-taking Mealt Falls right next to it.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
11
The Old Man of Storr
Take in views of the ancient rock formation Old Man of Storr and discover its surroundings (weather dependant).
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
12
Learn about Scotland's ancient Caledonian Forest and the work that takes place at Dundreggan to rewild the Scottish Highlands.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
13
Arrive in and explore the capital of the Highlands and film inspiration for the series 'Outlander' that is Inverness.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Inverness
5 stops
14
Head to Beauly, a beautiful village that offers a range of local shops and eating places.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
15
Beauly Priory
Explore the mysterious ruins of Beauly Priory, used in the filming of 'Outlander'.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
16
Culloden Battlefield
We drive to the historical Culloden Battlefield, where where Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobite’s were defeated in 1746. The Culloden Battlefield visitor centre is optional, pay locally.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
17
Clava Cairns
Visit the mysterious chambered cairns and standing stones of Clava Cairns.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
18
Loch Ness
Take an optional cruise on famous Loch Ness. Will you spot Nessie?!
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 5
Inverness to Edinburgh
3 stops
19
Visit Bliar Atholl whisky distillery for a tour and a taste of the ‘water of life’
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
20
Highland Folk Museum
We visit the Highland Folk Museum to get a real taste of Highland life from the past centuries. This brings to life the domestic and working conditions of earlier Highland peoples.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
21
Dunkeld
Take a walk through picturesque Dunkeld and the magnificent Dunkeld Cathedral before heading back to Edinburgh.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.
• The order of the stops on this route are subject to change
• Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.
• 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.

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