5-Day Isle of Skye and Loch Ness Tour from Edinburgh
Why we love it?
Inclusions
- Diesel Train (Scotrail) Journey over the Glenfinnan Viaduct *Except on 8 June, 25 June, 6 July, and 24 August
- Loch Ness Cruise
- Passionate Local Guide
- BnB Double Accommodation
- Ferry Crossing
- Crossing ‘Over the Sea’ to the Isle of Skye
- Culloden Battlefield
- Clava Cairns
Exclusions
- Culloden Visitor Centre (pay on arrival at location)
Itinerary
Day 1
Edinburgh to Oban
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We leave Edinburgh and head to the iconic Kelpies
We leave Edinburgh and head to the iconic Kelpies. We then head north past Stirling and take in views of the Wallace Monument and Stirling Castle. We will make a stop in Callendar before entering the Highlands and stopping at the lovely village of Killin, with its famous waterfall. Later in the day we journey through famous Glen Coe, then head to the quaint fishing town of Oban. (Overnight: Oban)
Day 2
Oban to Isle of Skye
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Today we start bright and early and head north to Fort William
Today we start bright and early and head north to Fort William. There we’ll take a diesel train* on the stunning West Highland Line and cross Glenfinnan Viaduct, famously featured in the Harry Potter movies. As we cross, we’ll take in the sweeping views of the Scottish Highlands and Loch Shiel. We arrive in Mallaig and take the ferry to the Isle of Skye before driving to our overnight destination in Portree. (Overnight: Portree)
*Please note the train ride is not on the Jacobite Steam Train. It is a ScotRail diesel train. The train will not be running on 8 June, 25 June, 6 July, and 24 August
Day 3
Isle of Skye to Inverness
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We explore more of the mysterious Isle of Skye with its awe-inspiring mountains, stunning coastline, and local folklore before returning to the mainland. On the way to Loch Ness, we stop at the incredibly photogenic Eilean Donan Castle and wind our way along the Great Glen where we also visit Dundreggan Rewilding Centre to learn about Scotland’s ancient Caledonian Forest and then on to Inverness, home for the next two nights. (Overnight: Inverness)
Day 4
Inverness
Day 5
Inverness to Edinburgh
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Leaving Inverness, we visit the Highland Folk Museum to get a real taste of Scottish Highland life from the past centuries before heading to a local whisky distillery for a tour and a taste of the ‘water of life’. For our final stop we visit Dunkeld and take a walk through the quaint village, on to the River Tay and make a visit to the cathedral. Our tour returns to Edinburgh in the evening.
Please Note
- Check-in closes 15 minutes before the departure.
- The train will not be running on 8 June, 25 June, 6 July, and 24 August
- We are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.
- 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.
- All attractions are subject to availability. Third party suppliers have the right to close attractions/suspend operations at any time
- Adults / Students must be over 18 at the time of travel.
- Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card.
- The Loch Ness Cruise is not suitable for individuals with mobility difficulty because of the steps to the dock.
- Please note that we cannot guarantee that people who have booked together will be seated together. We do not allocate seats.
- It is very important to return to the coach on time at itinerary stops. Your guide will display the time that the bus departson a clock that will be visible.
- The minimum age for a Highland Explorer Tour passenger is 5 years old.
- Those who are 17 year old pay the adult price, but need to be accompanied by someone aged 18 or over.
- Check-in closes15 minutes before departure
- Tour must be cancelled 22 days before the departure date for a full refund.
- Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.
- Highland hotels and guesthouses do not have lifts/elevators. Guests should be able to walk up steps in order to access rooms.
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 22 days before start
Non-refundable after 22 days before start




