Three-Day Tour of Loch Ness and Isle of Skye from Edinburgh

3 days • Cancellable until 22 days beforeMin 2 participantsMeet on locationInstant confirmationMin age 5+Guided • Operated by Highland Explorer Tours

Why we love it?

The 3 Day Loch Ness, The Fairy Pools & Isle of Skye tour offers travelers an immersive experience in Scotland's stunning Highlands. Beginning in Edinburgh, participants will explore iconic sites such as Loch Ness and the enchanting Fairy Pools, with a passionate local guide providing live commentary and storytelling throughout the journey. This tour is well-suited for nature lovers and those seeking a blend of adventure and cultural insight, as it includes two nights in a private ensuite Highland lodge with breakfast. Distinctive features include the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of the Isle of Skye and the Great Glen, along with the option of a foreign language audio guide for a more personalized experience.
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Inclusions

  • Passionate Local Guide
  • Live Commentary & Storytelling in English
  • 2 nights’ private ensuite Highland Lodge accommodation, including breakfast.
  • Foreign Language Audio Guide Available
  • Audio guide links will be provided after booking. Please download over WiFi and bring your own headphones

Exclusions

  • Loch ness Cruise - pay at check-in 

Itinerary

Day 1

  • We depart Edinburgh in the morning and cross the Forth Road Bridge on our way to picturesque Dunkeld with its historic cathedral. We’ll make time for a walk through a stretch of magical Perthshire forest at The Hermitage before heading to the Highland village of Pitlochry for lunch. Next, you’ll learn the fascinating story that inspired Outlander at Culloden Battlefield and embark on your own journey through the stones at Clava Cairns. Continuing through Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, we follow the entire length of Loch Ness before arriving at Morag’s Lodge in Fort Augustus, our home for the next two nights. In the evening, you have the option of exploring the loch with an evening cruise, relax by the shores, or visit a local pub for a hot drink or something stronger.

    (Overnight: Fort Augustus)

Day 2

  • We start our day winding through misty glens and peaks as we make our way to Scotland’s west coast. After a photo stop at the Eilean Donan Castle – easily one of the most photographed castles in the country – we head onwards to the Isle of Skye.

    Skye has earned its place on countless travel wish lists and it’s easy to see why. Home to castles, cliffs, and landscapes straight out of a fairytale, the island is steeped in fascinating stories ranging from ancient Celtic myths to Viking sagas – which your guide will bring to life as you explore.

    We’ll take in jaw-dropping sights like the jagged Cuillin Mountains as we venture further to visit the Fairy Pools, a famous series of pools filled with turquoise water. After a full day of exploring Skye’s scenery and history, we make our way back to Loch Ness for the night.

    (Overnight: Fort Augustus)

Day 3

  • We bid farewell to Loch Ness and travel through the Great Glen, pausing at the Commando Memorial beneath the shadow of Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain. Our journey takes us south through the awe-inspiring valley of Glen Coe, one of Scotland’s iconic landmarks of history, wildlife, and myth. Drive through one of the last remaining wildernesses in Europe when we cross the Rannoch Moor, a vast stretch of land that will reveal a little more of Scotland’s diverse terrain.

    We make time for a comfort break in the small village of Tyndrum before we travel further south for a final stop at the majestic Kelpies, the world’s largest equine sculptures, designed by Scottish sculptor Andy Scott. After a fabulous three-day Isle of Skye tour, we arrive back to Edinburgh in the early evening.

Please Note

  • Check-in closes 15 minutes before the departure time. 
  • Have travel insurance
  • Cancellation needs to be made 22 days before the departure date to receive a refund. 
  • 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.
  • Bring passport / photo ID.
  • 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.
  • A double room booking requires two people.
  • 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

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