From Edinburgh: 3-Day Isle of Skye and The Highlands Tour

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From Edinburgh: 3-Day Isle of Skye and The Highlands Tour

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Take a 3-day tour of the Highlands, passing Stirling Castle, Loch Ness and Glencoe. Stay 2 nights in Inverness.

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Highlights

See the magnificent Glenfinnan Viaduct
Appreciate the majesty of Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands
Film locations used in James Bond, Game of Thrones, Harry Potter and Outlander
Hear stories of Scottish heroes such as Rob Roy MacGregor and William Wallace
Explore the charming village of Pitlochry and grab a quick bite to eat

Description

Embark on a 3-day guided tour of the Scottish Highlands and visit highlights, including Loch Ness and the Isle of Skye. Learn the history of this lush region from your guide and spend two nights in Inverness. Day 1: Departing Edinburgh, we will drive by the famous Forth Bridges before making a short stop at the mysterious Kelpies. We continue north, to the historic village of Pitlochry. From there we drive through the east edge of the dramatic Cairngorms National Park to stop at the Highland Folk Museum (seasonal April - October). Here you'll experience highland life in the 17th century. See the buildings, the clothes and weapons, and how people lived 300 years ago. Continue north, to visit Culloden Battlefield, site of the last Jacobite Rising, then 'Clava Cairns', incredible 4,000-year-old, Bronze-Age standing stones. A short drive onwards, we arrive at the Capital of the Highlands, where you'll stay for 2 nights, choosing from a local guesthouse, hostel, or hotel (accommodation not included). We arrive at approximately 6:30 PM to dour drop-off/meeting point at Inverness Cathedral on Ardross Street, IV3 5NN. Day 2: After breakfast, depart Inverness and drive across the Kessock Bridge to the Black Isle and marvel at the spectacular scenery of Achnasheen and Loch Carron. Arriving on the Isle of Skye, venture north to explore the highlights of the island, including; the Cuillin Mountains, Trotternish Peninsula, Portree, the Old Man Storr, Kilt Rock and the famous Quiraing. In late afternoon, stop for photographs of the most beautiful castle in Scotland, 'Eilean Donan Castle.' Backdrop to many famous films, such as 'Highlander' and 'Made of Honor', this castle is another must-see iconic landmark! A scenic drive through stunning Glen Shiel follows, returning to Inverness to stay your final night at approximately 7:30 PM. The evening is free for you to do as you wish. Day 3: Depart Inverness for an optional morning cruise of the famous Loch Ness. Drive south to admire the spectacular Glenfinnan Viaduct and the breath-taking views of the Nevis Range at the Commando Memorial. Discover beautiful Glencoe, the most famous valley in Scotland, and hear of its tragic history. Continue south, into the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, while enjoying the scenery on the journey back to Edinburgh, arriving at approximately 7 PM. ** Please note that during the winter season, we will be swapping Day 1 and Day 3’s itineraries to enable us to visit as many places as possible while it is still light outside. Due to weather and/or road conditions during the winter season the route may change at the driver/guide’s discretion. **

Includes

3-day Highlands tour Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Experienced local 'Hairy Coo' driver-guide Live commentary and storytelling Photo stops at iconic locations

Important Information

We do not allow groups over 8 passengers, and ask that group bookings are made as a private tour. Please ensure that you have a working phone number for the lead traveler attached to the booking. Please note that accommodation is not included. You need a 2-night stay in Inverness. Please use the city center drop-off/meetup point at Inverness Cathedral on Ardross Street, IV3 5NN to reference local accommodation to book. We can also send you a list of local places to stay and recommend booking accommodation with a flexible cancellation policy. You may bring a piece of medium sized luggage which can weigh up to 15 kg per person, as well as a smaller bag to be brought with you onboard the bus. Please note that we cannot allow children under the age of 7 onboard the tour, and we are unable to make any exceptions. The arrival time to Edinburgh is an estimate. Please allow a minimum of 2 hours past planned arrival time for any onward travel in case of delays.