3 Day Tour from Edinburgh the Isle of Skye Highlands & Loch Ness

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Scottish Highlands & Jacobite Steam Train Journey
4 stops
1
Stirling Castle
Witness the grandeur of one of Scotland's most significant fortresses. Explore the Royal Palace and Great Hall while learning about the legendary battles for Scottish independence.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
2
Glencoe
Experience the atmospheric beauty of Scotland’s most famous glen. Stop for photos of the "Three Sisters" peaks and hear the haunting history of the 1692 MacDonald Clan massacre.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
3
Board the world-famous "Harry Potter bridge" train. Enjoy a nostalgic rail journey through rugged mountains and across the iconic 21-arched Glenfinnan Viaduct.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
4
Portree
Arrive at the island’s capital. Admire the iconic brightly painted houses lining the harbor as you settle in for your first night on the Isle of Skye.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Isle of Skye: Enchanting Landscapes & Clan Legends
4 stops
5
The Old Man of Storr
View the most famous landmark on the island. Marvel at the massive basalt pinnacles that dominate the Trotternish Ridge, formed by ancient landslips.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
6
Stop at the dramatic sea cliffs that resemble a pleated kilt. Watch the Mealt Falls plunge 55 meters directly into the Sound of Raasay below.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
7
Quiraing
Explore the most spectacular landscapes on Skye. This massive landslip features bizarre rock formations and offers some of the most photographed views in the UK.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
Dunvegan Castle & Gardens
Visit the ancestral seat of the MacLeod Chiefs for 800 years. Explore the castle's history, the legendary Fairy Flag, and the beautifully manicured 5-acre gardens.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Castles, Lochs & The Great Glen Homeward Bound
4 stops
9
Eilean Donan Castle
Visit Scotland’s most iconic island castle. Situated where three sea lochs meet, it is a masterpiece of Highland scenery and Jacobite history.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
10
Loch Ness Region
Stop at the southern tip of the world-famous loch. View the impressive Caledonian Canal lock system and keep an eye out for the legendary Loch Ness Monster.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
11
Commando Monument
A poignant stop at this bronze monument dedicated to the original British Commando Forces, offering unrivaled views of the Ben Nevis mountain range.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
12
Explore the "Gateway to the Highlands." Walk through the historic village and visit the ancient cathedral ruins nestled on the banks of the River Tay
30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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