From Edinburgh: Scottish Highlands & Isle of Skye 5-Day Tour
Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Edinburgh
Enjoy the beauty of the Scottish Highlands on a 5-day tour from Edinburgh. Experience history, culture and take time to explore the places you visit including Loch Lomond, Skye, and Loch Ness.
5-Day Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh with English-Speaking Guide
This 5-day guided tour explores Scotland’s Highlands, ideal for travelers interested in history, landscapes, and culture, based from Edinburgh.
Highlights
- Admire the Loch Lomond area
- See the Glen Coe landscape
- Discover the Isle of Skye
- Explore Loch Ness and watch for the monster
Tour Description
Travel through the Scottish Highlands staying in bed and breakfast accommodations with an English-speaking guide. The trip covers key historic sites and natural landmarks.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Journey west through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park to Kilmartin Glen. Explore ancient sites including Dunadd Hill Fort and Temple Wood Stone Circle, then overnight in Oban.
Day 2: Visit Glen Coe and learn about the MacDonald Clan massacre. Pass Ben Nevis and Fort William, then see the Glenfinnan Viaduct and Monument before staying overnight on Skye.
Day 3: Full day to explore the Isle of Skye’s Cuillin Mountains, Quiraing hills, and Trotternish Peninsula with your guide. Overnight in Skye.
Day 4: Optional visit to Eilean Donan Castle before traveling to Loch Ness. Options include Urquhart Castle visit and a cruise on the loch. Overnight in Inverness.
Day 5: Travel south with an optional visit to the Culloden battlefield. Pass Cairngorm Mountains and visit Pitlochry before returning to Edinburgh.
Includes
- Transportation
- English-speaking guide
- Bed and Breakfast accommodation
Excludes
- Entrance fees
- Meals
Important Information
- Children under 3 years old are not accepted. Children 3 years and older require valid proof of age (passport or birth certificate).
- Luggage restrictions: maximum 15kg; maximum dimensions 55cm x 40cm x 20cm per person plus a small carry-on.
- Solo travelers must select the ‘Single Room’ option to secure booking.
- Double/twin rooms are for two people. Groups of three booking double/twin rooms will be assigned a family room if available. To have two rooms for three people, one must book a ‘Single Room’.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 14 days before the activity with a £100 administration fee.
For the best experience, book early and pack layers suitable for changing Highland weather. Carry comfortable walking shoes and a camera to capture Scotland’s diverse landscapes.
