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

43 Reviews
Tours Culture & history Deals & Discounts Harry Potter tours Reseller exclusions Eco Certified Nature & adventure Multi-day tours Sightseeing Tours Meet the Locals Nature & Panorama Cruises & boat tours History & heritage Budget Island Tours Medium-risk activities Castle & palace tours

Explore the Highlands on a 3-day tour from Edinburgh that covers Loch Ness, Isle of Skye, and Glencoe. Hear legendary myths, venture through untamed mountains, and stay in fantastic local hostels.

Highlights

  • See the best Scotland has to offer in just three-days with our whirlwind tour
  • Search for the elusive Loch Ness Monster while traveling along the entire loch
  • Explore the Isle of Skye, the jewel of the Scottish islands
  • Take a photo of Eilean Donan Castle, one of the most famous in the world
  • Have your breath taken away by view of the Cuillin Mountains

Description

Our Skye High tour is the perfect way for travelers short on time to see most of Scotland. In just three days, go hunting for the Loch Ness Monster, see ruined castles and stunning lochs, and listen to Celtic myths in a proper Highland pub. Leaving Edinburgh at 7:45AM, take in views of the spectacular Forth Bridges and journey north to Macbeth County. Visit the quaint village of Dunkeld with its historic cathedral sitting on the banks of the River Tay. Drive further into the Highlands and enter the Great Glen. Stop at Fort Augustus on the banks of Loch Ness and search for a glimpse of the legendary beast. Our journey to the Isle of Skye passes one of the most photographed castles in Scotland – Eilean Donan. Our home for the night is the small village of Portree on the Isle of Skye. (Overnight: Portree) Today we explore the Isle of Skye, also known as the ‘Misty Isle’: a bucket-list destinations thanks to its heart-stopping scenery. This wee island is packed with ruined castles, breathtaking views, and faerie stories. Home to the legendary MacLeod and MacDonald Clans, hear Celtic myths and Viking legends from the past millennia. Explore the windswept landscape, coastline, and mountain ranges. In the afternoon, explore Dunvegan Castle, the ancestral home of the Chiefs of Clan MacLeod before returning to Portree. Summer itinerary, April to mid-October. Our first stop of the day is the beautiful Armadale Castle, Gardens, and Museum of the Isles before taking the ferry to the west coast fishing village of Mallaig. Have the option to be a wizard for the day and board the Jacobite Steam Train aka “Hogwarts Express” to Fort William, one of the most spectacular railway journeys in the world and a must for all Harry Potter fans. The train crosses the Glenfinnan Viaduct where a monument to Bonnie Prince Charlie’s campaign now stands. We head south through the dramatic scenery of Glencoe, wild Rannoch Moor then the heart of Rob Roy country before arriving back in Edinburgh late evening.

Includes

Transportation Legendary guide Multi-share dorm bed hostel accommodation, mixed dorms with men and women Ferry across the sea to the Isle of Skye

Important Information

  • The order of the itinerary route is subject to change.
  • Tours are designed for young independent travelers (18-35 year olds) and the young at heart
  • The accommodation is in multi-share hostel dorms
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Gallery

My Guide Book Now! From Edinburgh: Isle of Skye & The Highlands 3-Day Tour

My Lists

Create New Guide

OR

Mini Guides
Arrow

Login to create your guides for Edinburgh.

Add to My Guide

Create New Guide

Cancel

Cancel

Recommended Experiences in Edinburgh

500+ trusted car hire partners globally

Create & Share your own Guide to Edinburgh with friends and family!

Add your recommended places to visit by browsing the website and pressing the icon.

Create your own guide of favourite 'must see' places

Earn your Local Expert badge by Sharing your guides with others

Get your guide seen by submitting it to the Mini Guides section

Lists

We Are Part of the My Guide Network!

My Guide Edinburgh is part of the global My Guide Network of Online & Mobile travel guides.

We are now in 120+ Destinations and Growing. If you are interested in becoming a local travel partner and would like to find out more then click for more info about our Website Business Opportunity.

Nearby Destinations

Events in Edinburgh

Filter Events by Sub-Category

Please select a Date first.

Search for a company in Edinburgh