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Isle of Skye and Outer Hebrides, Jacobite Train (Double beds) 2 people - 6 Day Tour

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    June to early September: Daily

  • Duration

    6 days/5 nights

  • Start time

    08:30am

  • Meeting Point

    Make your way to 60 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1TH.

  • Ending Point

    Waterloo Place on Princes Street

Key Highlights

  • Explore the Scottish Highlands on a 6-day specially designed tour
  • Visit places such as The Kelpies, Glencoe, Inverness, Stornoway, the Isle of Skye and more.
  • Search for Nessie, and take in the stunning scenery as you travel
  • Ride the Jacobite Steam Train, a little slice of Harry Potter magic
  • Your tour includes a knowledgeable guide and 5 nights B&B accommodation (double bed)

Overview

Get set for an epic journey into the wilds of the Scottish Highlands. It’s an unforgettable journey over 6 days of exploring and discovering some of Scotland’s most spectacular and iconic destinations. As well as some hidden gems, and the chance to catch a glimpse of that most elusive of creatures Nessie.

Your friendly tour guide is on hand to help fill in any of the details and ensure your tour is as smooth and fun as can be. On the trip you’ll head north and west, taking in the stunning Kelpies, the world’s largest equine sculptures, and pass by Stirling castle. 

While you travel be sure to soak up the scenery, Glencoe and Ben Nevis in particular. It’s up here you’ll learn about the monster at Loch Ness before arriving at Inverness. More stunning scenery, and island hopping. At the Isle of Skye, you’ll explore the magical island, visit breathtaking views and learn about the island’s history. 

Then it’s back towards home, via the marvel that is Glenfinnan Viaduct and the Jacobite steam train. This tour is your intro to the beauty of the Scottish Highlands, a flavour of this stunning part of the world. You’ll find that 6 days may not be long enough!

Itinerary

Day 1: Edinburgh to Inverness

You travel north stopping to marvel at the stunning Kelpies, the world’s largest equine sculptures dedicated to the horse-powered heritage of Central Scotland, designed by Andy Scott. Learn about William Wallace as you pass Stirling Castle, and catch a glimpse of Doune Castle, which appears in Monty Python & the Holy Grail, Outlander and Game of Thrones. Soak up the atmospheric scenery in Glencoe and look out for Ben Nevis – the UK’s highest mountain – on our journey towards Loch Ness. Learn about the legend of the ‘Nessie’, the Loch Ness monster, on your visit to the loch, before continuing onto Inverness. You arrive in Inverness, where you will be spending the night. Free time in Inverness; enjoy a walk along the River Ness or to Inverness Castle for views of the city, then a wander round the various bars and restaurants.

Day 2: Inverness to Stornoway
Start the day with fresh air and stunning scenery at Black Water Falls. You continue north on a beautiful stretch of road and take to the water on the ferry from Ullapool to Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis – keeping an eye out for dolphins along the way! As your Lewis day is the following day, you depart Stornoway and drive south towards the idyllic Isle of Harris. Marvel at the flawless white sand beaches with turquoise sea and a backdrop of mountains. You return to the main town of Stornoway for the night.
Day 3: Isle of Lewis
Prepare for an exciting day touring the cultural attractions on the Isle of Lewis. First, go back to the Neolithic period on your visit to the mysterious 5000-year old Callanish Standing Stones, and then fast-forward to the Iron Age at the broch of Dun Carloway. Experience 17th-century island life at the Gearrannan Blackhouse Village and explore the remote and rugged Atlantic coastline. Visit the Butt of Lewis, the most northerly point on the island to see the isolated lighthouse and the dramatic force of the sea against the cliffs. Free time back in Stornoway; wander around the harbour and go in search of fresh seafood in the local restaurants.
Day 4: Stornoway to Portree
You depart Stornoway and drive back south towards the picturesque Isle of Harris. We will have free time to shop for Harris Tweed and Whisky visitor centre before boarding the ferry and going over the sea to the Isle of Skye, where you spend the afternoon exploring the Trotternish peninsula. Soak up the enchanting scenery and learn about the island’s myths and legends. You arrive at your final stop at Portree in time to enjoy dinner in one of the town’s restaurants and sample some whisky.
Day 5: Isle of Skye
Enjoy a magical day of island exploration on the Isle of Skye. Hear about the island’s resident fairies on our stop at one of the famous Fairy Bridges. Visit the enchanted waters of the Sligachan River with views of the old bridge and the breathtaking Cuillin mountains. You drive over the Skye bridge to view the iconic – and beautiful – Eilean Donan Castle; used in the filming of Highlander and James Bond, The World is Not Enough. Free time back in Portree; visit the shops, restaurants, and picturesque harbour with its colourful facades. 

(Overnight: Portree)
Day 6: Portree to Edinburgh
Wander around Armadale Castle, Gardens and Museum; the spiritual home of Clan Donald and our final stop on the Isle of Skye. Board the ferry back to the mainland, arriving at the fishing village of Mallaig on the west coast. Experience one of the most spectacular railway journeys in the world and travel over the Glenfinnan Viaduct on the Jacobite Steam Train; made famous by Harry Potter. You take the scenic route back to the city through the Cairngorms National Park and arrive in Edinburgh at around 8.30pm.

Inclusions

  • 5 nights B&B accommodation (double room)Gearrannan Blackhouse Village Whisky tastingScottish Guide

Please note

Adults / Students must be over 18 at the time of travel. 

Passenger dropoff is at Waterloo Place Princes Street 

Students must hold a valid ISIC/ISE/ITIC card.

Must have travel insurance 

The minimum age for a Highland Explorer Tour passenger is 5 years old. 

Those who are 17 years old pay the adult price, but need to be accompanied by someone aged 18 or over. 

Multi-Day Travel Declaration: Passengers travelling on one of our multi-day tours are required to fill in a Travel Declaration form that states that proof of double vaccination or proof of negative lateral flow antigen test is required before embarking on our tour. If a passenger does not wish to take a test and cannot produce a vaccine passport/certificate or negative test result, the Operator reserves the right to refuse to allow 'the passenger ' to take part in the tour. In such case, the Operator will not be liable for any refund, compensation or any additional cost incurred by the passenger. 

Please arrive to check-in 15 minutes before departure 

Collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.

Highland hotels and guesthouses do not have lifts/elevators. Guests should be able to walk up steps in order to access rooms. 

The summer and winter itineraries vary slightly. 

Day Tours cancelled a day or more before departure date will receive a full refund. If cancelled 24 hours or less, the cancellation fee will be 100%.

Extended Tours cancelled outside of 45 days prior to departure will be given a fexi-deposit. If the cancellation is made 45 to 14 days prior to the departure a 25% cancellation fee will be charged. If a cancellation is made 14 days or less, the cancellation charge will be 100%. 

*Festival Tours cancelled more than 45 days from the departure date will have a 25% cancellation fee. If cancelled 45 to 22 days prior to the departure, there will be 50% cancellation fee. If a festival tour is cancelled 21 days or less before the tour there will be a 100% cancellation fee. 

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