3-Day Isle of Skye and Highlands Tour from Glasgow
Overview
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3 days
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Discover the best of the Highlands and the Isle of Skye on this 3 day tour from Glasgow. Visit Eilean Donan Castle, explore the Highlands and Culloden Battlefield, take a Loch Ness cruise, tour Urquhart Castle and enjoy a whisky tasting on the beautiful Isle of Skye.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 3 years not accepted. Valid ID for children may be required at check in.
Luggage restriction: 1 suitcase 55x40x20cm - 15 kg & 1 backpack/handbag per person
Glasgow passengers are issued with a train ticket from Edinburgh back to Glasgow on the final day
If you are travelling alone, please choose the ‘Single Room’ option or we may not be able to accept your booking
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
What To Expect
Start of the adventure
Accommodations
Overnight: Inverness
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Drive through the Trossach national Park along the banks of Loch Lomond.
Luss
There will be time to stretch your legs and meander down to the loch edge through this pretty little village
Glencoe National Nature Reserve
Discover the haunting beauty of these majestic mountains. learnt he stories of murder and massacre. There will be time for those all important photographs.
Ben Nevis
If we are lucky you should be able to see the peak appearing over the clouds. This is the UK's highest mountain.
A day on Skye
Accommodations
Overnight :Inverness
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Black Cuillin
The Cuillin mountains offer a captivating opportunity to witness some of Scotland's most awe-inspiring natural beauty. Towering peaks, deep valleys, and cascading waterfalls create a stunning backdrop and provide a glimpse into the untamed wilderness of the Isle of Skye. The Cuillin Mountains are sure to leave a lasting impression on visitors, showcasing the raw power and rugged allure of Scotland's landscape.
The Old Man of Storr
Marvel at this pinnacle rock formation which can be seen from a distance.
Kilt Rock
See for yourself just how much like the pleats of a kilt this rock formation resembles.
Portree
Our lunch stop will be in the little town of Portree - where you can wander down to the harbour watching out for hungry seagulls.
Eilean Donan Castle
Eilean Donan Castle is nestled on a small island at the at the meeting of three lochs in the Scottish Highlands, is a stunningly picturesque fortress steeped in history and surrounded by breath-taking scenery. With its striking silhouette against the backdrop of the rugged landscape, Eilean Donan Castle is a quintessential symbol of Scotland's romantic past.
Inverness to Edinburgh
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Loch Ness
Discover the legendary Loch Ness, nestled in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, where you'll enjoy breathtaking scenery and hear tales of the mysterious Nessie. Take in the tranquil beauty of the loch on a Loch Ness cruise.
Urquhart Castle
Explore the dramatic ruins of Urquhart Castle, perched on the banks of Loch Ness with stunning panoramic views of the water. Steeped in over 1,000 years of history, the castle offers a glimpse into Scotland’s turbulent past and its role in the Wars of Independence.
Culloden Battlefield
Visit Culloden Battlefield, the haunting site of the final Jacobite uprising in 1746, where the fate of Scotland was decisively sealed. Walk the windswept moor and explore the immersive visitor centre that brings the battle and its legacy vividly to life.
Clava Cairns
Step back in time at Clava Cairns, a 4,000-year-old Bronze Age burial site nestled in a peaceful woodland setting. Marvel at the remarkably preserved cairns, standing stones, and passageways that offer a fascinating glimpse into ancient rituals and beliefs.
Pitlochry
Enjoy a scenic stop in the charming Victorian town of Pitlochry, known for its picturesque setting and welcoming atmosphere. Stroll through quaint shops, sample local treats, or take in views of the River Tummel and surrounding hills.
Options
B&B En-Suite Twin
B&B En-Suite Twin: Room for 2 persons with 2 beds and private bathroom
B&B En-Suite - double
B&B En-Suite - double room: Room for 2 persons with one bed and private bathroom
B&B EN-Suite Family Room
B&B En-Suite family room: Family room for 3 persons with private bathroom. 1 double bed and 1 single bed
B&B En-Suite Single
B&B En-Suite Single: Single room for 1 person with private bathroom
What‘s Included
2 nights accommodation
Driver/guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Optional: Loch Ness Cruise and entrance to Urquhart Castle
Optional: Combined Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle Child Ticket
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Reviews
101 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worth every penny
387ernestp,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I’ve travelled the world, but this tour is one I will always remember. Our guide Douggie is mostly responsible for that. His knowledge of the vast region, its history and special backroads made the trek all the more pleasurable. Worth every penny. Tip…choose the B&B’s. They’re awesome!
Outstanding tour!
Phyllis R,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lee, our driver/tour guide, was excellent. He was very knowledgeable about the history and answered all of our questions. He was also very thoughtful and considerate to make sure everyone was enjoying the experience. The itinerary was full but we did have some time to rest during longer drives. It was the perfect combination of activities. This tour makes me want to return to Scotland to experience more of this beautiful country.
Perfect tour to experience the Highlands
perlycke,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great tour where Brodie really did everything possible to get the best out of it. His selection of history, stories and music provided a silver lining to the whole experience. Also, the setup was perfect with two nights in Inverness.
Doesn’t drop you back in Glasgow
Mike G,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Ben, our guide, was a great driver, very knowledgeable and did a good job with keeping things moving efficiently. The only downside is that the tour information claims you get dropped back at the pickup location which is only true for those picked up in Edinburgh. They give you a train ticket if you have to go back to Glasgow which is not as advertised so plan for an extra hour
Grate experience
karenlV9156UG,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Grate experience! Nice bus , good company and best acomodations. Iain was our guide, he keep us entertained whit stories about Scotland and their people.
Bonnie Scotland, not so Bonnie tour.
Navigator45308925008,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The highlands are extremely beautiful, and nothing could have prepared us for the sights we were to behold. The Glen Coe, the Lochs and the hairy coos - the unique and wonderful landscapes of Bonnie Scotland. However, there are somethings that I want to bring to your attention. 1. The pick up points must be detailed well on the itinerary - for example the Glasgow one being right in front of RSNO. The Google location takes you in front of the Buchanan bus station. 2. The driver cannot be responsible for giving us a guided tour and driving us around. That’s too much pressure on them as a driver - and they won’t be able to provide us with a very great explanation of what exactly we are seeing. The driver must be allowed to focus entirely on driving us around as it is very important and they have the safety of themselves and the passengers in their hands. 3. An alternative could be to provide us with pamphlets - that could accompany what little is being told by the driver. This also helps with people that find it difficult to understand different accents as most people on the tour are from different parts of the world. 4. Our tour guide + driver was doing a good job as a driver, but I felt that as a tour guide, he was not all that passionate and enthusiastic - a sentiment I witnessed in most guided tours I have taken in the UK. Moreover, he was rude to us for being 2 mins late (2 minutes being the exact duration ) due to a personal issue. I have been living in Glasgow for the past 5 months and Scottish people are very warm, polite and kind. They are very friendly and easy to talk to but I did not feel the same Scottish warmth from him. If it weren’t for the beautiful highlands, this trip would’ve been a rather uninteresting one.
An unforgettable experience
debbiecH1370FX,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A visit we’ll never forget. The Highlands are a magical place. Each town we stopped at was so beautiful. The b&b hosts in Inverness were lovely. Kenny (“Captain Kirk”) was a wonderful tour guide full of historical facts, stories, an excellent playlist, and a great sense of humor. We miss him already!
Highly recommended
deanlee1972,Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour of the highlands. Experienced wonderful views of the exceptional scenery as well as insightful oversights of the history of the area. Ben our host was highly knowledgeable, very friendly and very funny.
Easy cheese-y!
mary a,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is the way to go! Easy cheese-y tour of Scotland for first time lers. Our driver and guide, Ben M. was the best!
Excellent trip - so many memories
Sabine L,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an excellent trip that was. We started in Edinburgh, though some people joined in Glasgow. We saw so many highlights, I can’t even decide what was the best thing - the three sisters, the first look of the Highland mountains, the beauty of the Isle of Skye or the stones of the Clava Clairns? What made everything even better was our driver/guide Ben. I can’t believe it’s just his first year on the job. He did such a wonderful job - he was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic, always had a joke and he was an excellent driver, never seemed stressed or anything. Everything was perfectly organised and timed by him. All the other guides in the UK will have a hard time now cause I‘ll compare them to Ben :-) I definitely recommend this trip if you don’t want to drive through the highlands yourself and want to learn and see a lot.
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