Tour the Scottish Highlands and explore the Isle of Skye on a 3-day guided tour from Edinburgh. You’ll see castles, craggy mountains, picturesque towns, and maybe even a monster on this excursion. Stay overnight in a bed and breakfast accommodation.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: A Spectacular Route North
Our journey begins in Glasgow and journeys north through Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. You'll visit a lovely village and take in views of of the UK’s largest expanse of fresh water, Loch Lomond. We continue on and travel across the brooding expanse of Rannoch Moor, and through Glen Coe. Glen Coe is one of the most incredible places in Scotland. Learn the brutal story of the MacDonald Clan massacre and take in the weeping waterfalls that inhabit this incredible glen. The highland town of Fort William marks the end of Scotland’s oldest and most popular long-distance walks, The West Highland Way. Here, on a clear day, you can take in views of Ben Nevis, the UK’s tallest peak.
Overnight stay in Inverness.
Day 2: A Full Day on Skye
You'll have the full day to explore the Isle of Skye. Highlights include the the craggy Cuillin Mountains, the dramatic hills of the Quiraing, and stunning Trotternish Peninsula. You might see seals out in the waves as you walk along the coast, or a stag standing on a hillside. We will visit the capital of Skye, Portree for lunch.
Return to Inverness for your overnight stay.
Day 3: Monster Spotting on Loch Ness
Drive along the banks of Loch Ness where you can take a boat tour to Urquhart Castle or do a bit of monster hunting from the shore. As you head back to Edinburgh, your route will take you through Inverness, the Cairngorms, and Pitlochry. At the Culloden battlefield, the site of the defeat of the Jacobites, there is the option of taking a tour. Continue on through the stunning Cairngorm Mountains and stop to explore the picturesque town of Pitlochry.
