Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, Highlands and Loch Ness 3-Day Tour
Overview
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3 days
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Embark on a true Scottish adventure with our 3-day tour small group tour to Skye from Edinburgh. Journey through the magnificent Scottish Highlands, before arriving on the mystical Isle of Skye. Enjoy a full day exploring the island's most beautiful spots, before travelling back down to Edinburgh via the most photographed castle in Scotland, Eilean Donan.
Choose between single, double, or no accommodation at time of booking and travel by air-conditioned coach throughout your journey.
This tour can be booked with accommodation included or without. Accommodation options include: hostel, B&B, or hotel. If choosing to book your own accommodation, please ensure it is within 2km of Portree town centre.
• Please note: from 3rd December 2024 our Edinburgh tours will depart from NCP Castle Terrace, EH1 2EW.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Minimum age is 4 years.
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
This tour can be booked with accommodation included or without. If booking your own accommodation, it must be within 2km of Portree town centre.
Luggage is restricted to one medium sized suitcase per person. For guidance: a medium sized suitcase is considered 60-69cm high and roughly 45cm in width. Luggage storage facilities operated by a third-party are available in Edinburgh.
What To Expect
Travel from Edinburgh to Portree
Luss Pier
From Edinburgh our Isle of Skye tour will head west to collect our Glasgow passengers* and then make our first stop on this Skye tour at the picturesque conservation village of Luss, on the ‘Bonny, Bonny’ banks of Loch Lomond.
Glencoe Lochan
Travelling north via Tyndrum we pass over the atmospheric Rannoch Moor before enjoying time to walk and admire the dramatic Glencoe, site of the 1692 massacre of the MacDonald Clan.
Old Fort of Fort William
Lunch Break in the Fort William area, meal is not included
Ben Nevis
We pause for photos at Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis,
Portree Harbour
Day 1 of the Isle of Skye tour ends in the charming village of Portree, on the Isle of Skye, where we check into our accommodation.
Isle of Skye
end the day of exploring the Isle of Skye.
Full day spent in Skye
Kilt Rock
Waterfall
The Old Man of Storr
The Old Man is a large standing formation of rock part of the Trotternish ridge.
Quiraing
Trotternish Ridge
Dunvegan Castle & Gardens
Summer only. Home of the clan Macleod located 1 mile to the north of Dunvegan on the Isle of Skye.
Lealt Falls
Waterfall
Travel from Portree to Edinburgh
Eilean Donan Castle
We commence our descent via the much-admired Eilean Donan Castle, backdrop for the movie, ‘Highlander’;
Fort Augustus Abbey
We will then move on to the pretty loch-side village of Fort Augustus for lunch and views of Loch Ness.
Ben Nevis
Highest Mountain in the UK
Options
Double/Twin/Family B&B
Double/Twin/Family B&B: Double (1 bed that sleeps 2), twin (2 single beds in one room) or family room accommodation at a bed & breakfast is included.
Tour Excluding Accommodation
Your 3 day tour will not include accommodation. You must book this yourself. We kindly ask you to ensure the accommodation is located in the centre of Portree, Skye.
Tour with Single B&B
Our 3 day Skye tour including accommodation in a single room at a Bed and Breakfast. Please note if booking more than one person, we cannot guarantee all rooms will be in the same B&B.
What‘s Included
2 nights accommodation (unless 'no accommodation' option is selected)
Small group tour
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Knowledgeable driver-guide
Food and drinks, unless specified
Accommodation, unless chosen
Attraction Tickets
Gratuities
Restroom on board
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
1,116 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Aisle of sky with Blair
Brenda L,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The music, the culture, the tour guide. It was all spectacular beyond what I could have imagined. Our tour guide was so full of life and brought so much joy to our bus. The scottish music was so appropriate and gave us an appreciation for the culture and the regions.
Highly recommend
Teresa V,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This trip was truly magical! Everything you'd expect from a fairytale land like Scotland. Paul (Santa) was an incredible guide. He even remembered all of our names from the first time he heard them. Brilliant!
Blair was great
232susanp,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was brilliant , Blair made it so much better with his humour ,music and friendliness. He added extra touches like joining us for a ceilidh. He went above and beyond and you can see he really enjoys meeting people and sharing his knowledge.
Amazing tour with Blair
Loro202,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really good tour. Our tour guide Blair made it fun and special..saw everything we wanted to see. Highly recommend, throughly enjoyed. Blair even entertained us with live music.
Tale to tell
Pranil C,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience this has been saw a lot of jaw dropping views which I can’t wait to brag about all thanks to Aussie Mark our tour guide what a guy and a story teller, Isle of skye you have my heart
3 day tour to the Isle of Skye
Sightsee800979,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jacqueline was very knowledgeable about the history and folklore of Scotland. We are happy to have met such a patient and kind person. Great driver too!]
Highly recommend this...
Helen H,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Highly recommend this trip. The Isle of Skye is breathtakingly beautiful. Our tour guide/driver Paul “Santa” made the trip an amazing adventure.
Fabulous experience in Skye
639srishtig,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recently completed the 3-day Scottish Highlands and Isle of Skye tour, and it was absolutely worth it. If you're considering it, I would highly recommend doing the 3-day option - the Isle of Skye is such a unique and beautiful part of Scotland, and having the extra time there really makes the experience special. A huge shoutout to our guide, Blair, who was fabulous from start to finish. He kept the energy high throughout the trip, shared fascinating information about the places we visited, and wove in his own stories and experiences in a way that made the journey feel personal and memorable. You could tell he genuinely loves what he does, and it made a big difference to the overall experience. The tour itself was very smoothly planned and organized. The only thing I'd mention to future travelers is that, as with any Highlands trip, the weather can influence what you're able to see and do. If there's something that's an absolute must-see for you, make sure to mention it at the start so the team can do their best to make it happen (like the highland cows!). I also had a lovely time with the group I traveled with, which added so much to the experience. Looking back, I'm incredibly grateful to the team for creating such a unique adventure and giving us the opportunity to see some of the most stunning landscapes I've ever visited.
Great time
rifate810,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent three day tour, organized well, great guide, very nice B&B, enjoyable atmosphere and great time
No separate guide for tour
Prabhat S,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00This was not a guided tour This is a basically drive to isle of skye where there is no guide You need to buy a electronic guide in Ellen donan castle And every where else The guide and driver both are one person So it is hard for her to do job of two people Recommend to have a separate person for guide
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