3 days3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh
Length
3 days
Itinerary
3 days planned
Group
Max 16
Guides
English
Overview
Immerse yourself in the wild beauty of the Scottish Highlands and Isle of Skye on this 3-day small-group tour from Edinburgh, with accommodation and round-trip transport included.
Drive through the magnificent Highlands, including Glencoe, and cross to the Isle of Skye for a free day to explore this rugged island.
On the last day return to Edinburgh with a stop at Loch Ness to look for its legendary monster, "Nessie".
Your small-group tour includes breakfast each morning, and personalized attention from your guide with numbers limited to 16 people.
Day by day itinerary
1Edinburgh - Portree⌄
You depart Edinburgh and travel west. This part of your journey is a history lover’s dream. You pass Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, and Doune Castle, before stopping in Callander for refreshments.
Be moved by the sheer beauty and tragic tale of one of Scotland’s most famous landscapes.
You've got time for lunch and exploration, so you can decide what you want to do. Sample local cuisine, wander the streets of the town centre, or visit a local museum to learn more about the area's rich history.
You then stop at the famous Eilean Donan Castle, one of Scotland’s most photographed castles.
Crossing over the bridge to Skye, you follow the dramatic coastline, towards the island’s capital, Portree. And after all this breath-taking beauty, you’re dropped off at your accommodation in the early evening with enough time to go out and explore the town.
Overnight: Overnight in Portree on the Isle of Skye
2Flexible full day touring around Isle of Skye⌄
Today is a flexible day on Skye; and your driver-guide ensures you take a unique route that suits the weather, the local events, and your group's interests. You can travel north to the Trotternish Ridge and beyond. Here you find the geological wonders like Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, and the stunning mountain pass of the Quiraing. Or your guide may take you back in time and teach you about the legends and clan culture surrounding the 13th-century home of the Clan MacLeod, Dunvegan Castle. You return from to Portree in the evening.
Great photo stop at this iconic rock formation. This sharp pinnacle of rock bursts out the land and can be seen for miles around.
Picturesque observation point offering panoramic views of waterfalls, cliffs & sea.
Or your guide may take you back in time and teach you about the legends and clan culture surrounding the 13th-century home of the Clan MacLeod, Dunvegan Castle.
Overnight: Overnight in Portree on the Isle of Skye
3Portree - Edinburgh⌄
We stop for lunch in Fort Augustus, giving you the freedom to decide how to spend your time. You can stroll along the Caledonian Canal and watch the boats navigate its locks, enjoy Scottish specialties in one of the cozy cafés or restaurants, or wander to the banks of the legendary loch in hopes of catching a glimpse of the elusive monster.
We stop for refreshments in one of the Perthshire villages before heading past Perth, over the Firth of Forth, and back to Edinburgh.
What's included
- ✓Travel by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
- ✓Two nights of B&B or 3-star hotel en-suite accommodation
- ✓Driver/guide
- ✓Breakfast x 2
Not included
- ✕Gratuities
- ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✕Admission fees - Eilean Donan Castle (Adults £12.00)
- ✕Refreshments and meals (pre-booking evening meals after 7pm is highly recommended)
Good to know
Starts: Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ "Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure"
Ends: Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ "Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure"
Cancellation: If you cancel at least 21 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding
- Departure from inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for onboard personal items.
- Eilean Donan Castle - We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
- B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
- In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
- Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately. To ensure that bookings for passengers traveling together are not separated, please inform us if you have multiple bookings.
- Please note that Eilean Donan Castle will be closed from 23 December 2026 to 1 February 2027 (inclusive). During this period, the tour will include a photo stop overlooking the castle, but entry to the castle will not be possible. No alternative stop will be added; instead, more time will be spent at other locations on the tour.
- Please note from 1-31 October, the Quiraing on the Isle of Skye will be inaccessible due to road works. Unfortunately, this means you won’t be able to visit the Quiraing during this time, but you may still be able to catch a glimpse of it from a distance.
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