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3-Day Isle of Skye and Highlands Inc Accommodation from Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland
Skye Experience 3 Day Tour

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  • 3 days
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Marvel at Scotland’s rural majesty on this 3-day Isle of Skye and Highlands tour from Edinburgh. Admire Loch Lomond and Eilean Donan Castle; and discover the relaxed lifestyle of Skye, with a stroll around the harbor town of Portree. Plus, explore Culloden Battlefield to learn of Scotland’s Jacobite Rising; visit Urquhart Castle, and cruise on Loch Ness. Some entry tickets are at your own expense.
  • See the best of Skye and Scotland's Highlands on a 3-day tour from Edinburgh
  • Skip self-drive and see and learn more with comfy transport and a guide
  • Explore Skye, see Loch Ness, opt to tour Culloden battlefield, and more
  • Relax with return travel, two nights' accommodation, and breakfasts included

What's Included

  • 2 nights accommodation, as per selected
  • Driver/guide
  • Breakfast (2)
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 1 Parliament Square, Edinburgh EH1 1RF, UK

    Please check in with Highland Experience staff inside/outside Caffe Nero by 8.15am

Start time

08:30 AM

End point

  • Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1, UK

    Please note: During August, and other times when there are events taking place at Edinburgh Castle we will use an alternative end point in Edinburgh's New Town.

What To Expect

Day 1

On our journey of discovery

4 Stops

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

Admission Ticket Free

Luss

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Glencoe

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ben Nevis

Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Overnight: Inverness

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Exploring Skye

6 Stops

Black Cuillin

Admission Ticket Free

Kilt Rock

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Old Man of Storr

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Portree Harbour

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Eilean Donan Castle

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Sligachan Old Bridge

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Overnight: Inverness

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3

Monster hunting

5 Stops

Culloden Battlefield

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Clava Cairns

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Loch Ness

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Urquhart Castle

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Pitlochry

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age 3 years old
  • Luggage restriction: 1 suitcase 55x40x20cm - 15 kg & 1 backpack/handbag per person
  • Double/twin room: these rooms are for 2 people. If 3 people choose this option, you will be allocated a family room for 3, subject to availability. If you prefer 2 rooms, you must choose ‘Single Room’ for one person
  • If you are travelling alone, please choose the ‘Single Room’ option or we may not be able to accept your booking
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 6 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 6 full days before the experience’s start time.
  • Any changes made less than 6 full days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • For a 50% refund, you must cancel 2–6 full days before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Wonderful experience through the Highlands
Alena_F, Apr 2024
This tour was absolutely wonderful! Chloe, our tour guide, and Michael, our driver, shared all their knowledge of their homeland with us and organised everything very well. We are very grateful for this experience and look forward to visiting Scotland again.
Response from Host, Apr 2024
Hello, Thank you for leaving this 5* review. We are delighted you had such a special excursion to Skye with Chloe and Michael! They will greatly appreciate your positive feedback. We look forwards to welcoming you back to mystical Scotland in the near future. Kind regards, Georgina Highland Experience Tours
Breathtaking views of Highland with great fun
Durgesh_V, Apr 2024
Had a experience of a lifetime in this three days tour of highlands that exceeded my expectation. Well paced with a fun packed itinerary and breathtaking views of Isle of Ski, Lochness, Ben Nevis, quaint little towns as Portree, Luss and Pitrorchy and not to mention the beautiful capital city Inverness.Thanks much to our tour guide “Joe” who have been the best throughout taking care of all our small needs, always on time, fun to be around and very informative with history, culture, art and music of Highlands. For me “Isle of ski” , “Ben Nevis” “Inverness/Lochness” have been the highlights.Would highly recommend to book this 3 day tour , if looking to explore Highlands.
Wonderful
julie_c, Jan 2024
Had a fantastic time and loved everything! Paul was a great guide and really knew his history! Would love to go back and spend more time there .
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hi Julie, Thank you so much for leaving us a stellar review! We are sure that Paul will appreciate your kind comments and we are so glad that you enjoyed your tour with him! Kind regards, Sofia
Perfect!
Heather_g, Nov 2023
Everything has been Wonderful! Stefan has been amazing. Definitely would refer friends for this tour!
Best Birthday Ever!!! Nov'23
Suzette_M, Nov 2023
After a lifetime of longing to see Scotland, the 3-day Skye & Highlands tour, with guide Ian, was absolutely amazing. It started with finding a "Wee Heeland Coo" and a shiny sign at my seat as a surprise birthday recognition: charming! Ian was a consummate (of-course-kilted) leader, with a wealth of well-told facts and stories, and a few outstanding groaners of jokes, as well as a fun musical playlist. His driving (Sprinter van) felt completely comfortable and safe, even on some pretty hinky roads, and he made every stop a treat with background, suggestions, assisting with photos, pointing out highlights, etc. Top guy! The accommodations at Glencairn & Ardross in Inverness were just a dream, and again a birthday treat of delicious raspberry tarts with a welcoming b-day note -- this level of caring attention to detail by the tour operators and venues was really something special. The space was beautifully appointed, the bed was plush, the bath had towel-warmers and a temperature-set shower, and the breakfast offered so many options, all delicious, in a comfortable, gracious dining room. The sights themselves were plentiful, fun, fascinating and awe-inspiring -- Skye, especially the Quiraing, was... well, i stood on that hilltop and cried with joy. A memory for a lifetime. Though the Old Man tried to hide in the mists, we managed some glimpses We got to feed some Highland Cows, see gorgeous lochs and castles, wander through moving historical sites, visit some engaging towns -- we even dipped our faces into a freezy fairy-blessed stream, encouragd by Ian's tale-spinning and "I'll go first" bravado: every moment was filled with something interesting. Cannot express how fantastic it was. Practical matters: regular and well-timed stops allowed for leg-stretching and a visit to the Loo, and/or to grab a light lunch (lots of options at these stops, we ate well at modest expense), and/or to grab a hot beverage against the typical November chill and wet -- yes, it rained: it's Scotland in November! Properly attired, it was perfectly atmospheric, and the bursts of sunlight were that much more appreciated among the highland mists. Our on-your-own dinners in Inverness were memorable -- especially the required haggis with neeps & tatties, along with some beautiful local salmon and produce Downsides? nearly nil. The van's sound system was spotty, but Ian said there are planned repairs/upgrades: that will be a valuable improvement. The cruise on Loch Ness was brief, a scant half-hour; expected a longer trip; gorgeous scenery and a lovely time, just wish it was a bit longer, an hour at least. For the evenings of DIY dining, i would recommend looking into restaurants and getting reservations beforehand: we were sold out of several venues (found great alternatives, but that was a little grr) Take this tour! If you're lucky, Ian will be your guide, but in any event it will be a wonderful time you'll always remember Thank you for fulfilling a lifelong dream, and giving me the best birthday ever!
Very enjoyable
sheila_h, Nov 2023
Our guide Stefan was very informative polite and patient.We were picked up on time.the tour was wonderful and excellent value for money.we will recommend it to friends.
Amazing!!!!!
RohiniNabaraj_K, Nov 2023
Stefan was soooo good and helpful. The trip was very comfortable and the Stefan the driver was very patient and he’s excellent tour guide we could ever have. The best highland experience ever … Much thanks for this amazing trip and I hope I can get my entire family on trip with highland tours once again. Thank you Stefan for being an amazing tour guide.
The breathtaking trip to the Highlands.🥰
Yvonne_H, Oct 2023
We had a lovely trip to Skye with amazing stops on the way there and back. Saturday 21st October until Monday 23rd October 2023. Our guide was Stephan. Stephan made or trip fun, informative and educational and unique. I would definitely recommend this trip with Viator. And of course, without doubt I would recommend requesting Stephan. We stayed two nights in Inverness at Ardross Glencairn Guest House. It was very comfortable with a lovely breakfast. Skye is breathtakingly beautiful and Stephan knew where to take us for the best views and photo opportunities. Glasgow, Loch Lomond, Loch Ness, Glencoe, Fort William, Inverness, Clava Cairns, Culloden, Cairngorms, Pitlochry, Edinburgh. All stunning. Thank you again. Yvonne.
Amazing tour guide, Jamie
Sayak_B, Oct 2023
Jamie, the tour guide, had amazing humor and hospitality and ensured a smooth journey throughout the 3 days. He took us to the best spots around the Scottish highlands and enthralled us with Scottish history throughout the drip - he was undoubtedly our highlight of the trip.
Great tour with Brodie!
ShelbyOberg, Oct 2023
We went on a 3 day tour of the Highlands/Isle of Skye with Brodie as our guide and had a wonderful experience! He was entertaining and did an excellent job driving in tricky conditions. There was an issue on the first day with our bus leading to a short delay but during that time he made sure the group was in a place with refreshments/restrooms and took some of us on a beautiful hike to pass time until the replacement bus arrived. The accommodations in Inverness were comfortable and Brodie gave great recommendations for places to eat. All of the stops were beautiful and fun to see. Overall we enjoyed the tour and guide both tremendously and would highly recommend!!
Great tour guide....
Azita_B, Oct 2023
Great tour guide. Informative and a good storyteller. Even though it rained two out of three it was a great tour and recommend it
Visit to Culloden was...
Deborah_D, Oct 2023
Visit to Culloden was most memorable and enjoyable. A bit more time there after the long drive would have been appreciated.
Amazing Three Days
Donna_U, Oct 2023
This trip was sensational, our Tour Guide Andy was the best!!! His love for the Highlands was infectious & he made sure we were well taken care of at all times. I’d highly recommend 😊
Wonderful
REGINA_C, Oct 2023
Andy's enthusiasm and knowledge were inspiring. We felt we experienced Scotland not just toured it. Beautiful sights and good recommendations. Thanks!
Great Experience
Herbert_S, Sep 2023
John, our bus driver was great with his service, great stories and corny jokes. He was very responsive to special requests and any other questions. He covered the safety aspects of our tour very well and was great driver. The hotel was old and clean but did have some issues with the bathroom fan not working. The breakfast was very good at the hotel.
Finding Magic in the Highlands
Elizebeth_R, Sep 2023
Our tour guide/bus driver, Paul Stokes, was excellent. His knowledge of Scottish history was unparalleled, and his bus skills were amazing. I loved everything we saw and did. I would have liked another hour at Culloden.
Thanks Steven B for a great 3 days!
James_M, Sep 2023
Steven B took us to so many places off the beaten path. He had a profound love of Scotland and its history. He brought music to life through his storytelling. He also gifted us with time just to watch quietly as we traveled and to move about in so many locations. What an incredible trip. Appreciated the experiential aspect of this trip. We were right in the midst of so many things. Steven has a wonderful sense of humor and is so patient and welcoming.
The three day tour is a must!
Reg_P, Sep 2023
I discovered Scotland's sad history and have a great appreciation for them as a people, eapecially after going to the battle sight in Culloden. The scenery in the Highlands is absolutely beautiful. The hospitality and humour of our driver, Steven B, was top notch.
We had a great trip with...
Cindy_A, Sep 2023
We had a great trip with Brodie as our guide. He did a wonderful job getting us around to see many different sites, while telling us historical information, folklore stories, and some jokes. Brodie was professional, smart and engaging. Just a note to someone considering this trip-Inverness is about 2 hours from Isle of Skye. Day 2 involves driving back and forth, so there is more time in the motor coach, which takes away from time on the Isle of Skye. Having said that, I feel Brodie did a good job getting us around to the major sights while on the island, without feeling like we were rushed. We chose this tour because we had a lot of places that we wanted to see, and this tour got us around to most of them.
Our guide, John, was...
Hugh_P, Sep 2023
Our guide, John, was excellent and extremely knowledgeable. He went out of his way to make sure we had a wonderful experience.
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