4-Day Isle of Skye and Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
Overview
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96 hours
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Discover the beguiling beauty of the Highlands and the Isle of Skye on this 4-day small-group tour from Edinburgh. Explore Isle of Skye at a relaxed pace for views of dramatic sea cliffs, desolate moors and jagged peaks, like Trotternish Ridge, the Quiraing and Neist Point. With a knowledgeable guide at your side, admire castles on islets and craggy hilltops, and see picturesque villages including Glencoe. The experience includes your choice of 3-star accommodation in Lochalsh and Fort William. Numbers limited to 16, ensuring a personalized experience.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age for travel on this tour is 5 years
Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 14kg (31lbs) of luggage per person on our tours. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
Booking three or more people? We can accommodate up to 8 guests in a group, please add each required room to your basket separately
When booking three or more people, efforts will be made to book a combination of suitable rooms (double/twin/single). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
B&Bs tend to be located on the outskirts of towns and you should be prepared for a 20-30 minute walk to local facilities like pubs and restaurants. If you have difficulty with stairs, please mention it to us as lifts will not be available in this type of property.
In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
*Overnight stay in Broadford on the Isle of Skye between 1st January to 28th March 2025, and November 2025 to March 2026.
** Overnight stay in Kyleakin or Kyle of Loachalsh between 1st April till end of October 2025
*** During the winter months (October till the end of April) you take a scenic route through Kyle of Lochalsh and drive over the Skye Bridge.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 21 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 21 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
3 nights en-suite accommodation with breakfast
Small Group Tour (16 people max) for a more personal experience.
Transport by top of the range Mercedes mini-coach
Professional guide/driver
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Admission fees- Eilean Donan Castle
What To Expect
Edinburgh - Glencoe - Fort William
Accommodations
Overnight in Fort William.
The Kelpies & The Helix
On this route, you see one of Scotland’s most amazing modern marvels, The Kelpies. These massive steel horse heads are fantastic to photograph and intriguingly engineered. The largest pair of horse sculptures in the world are made from 300 tonnes of steel.
Glencoe
Be moved by the sheer beauty and tragic tales of one of Scotland’s most famous landscapes.
Fort William - Mallaig - Armadale - Skye
Accommodations
Overnight base in the Lochalsh** or Skye***
Glenfinnan Viaduct
Admire the beautiful viaduct that the ‘Hogwarts Express’ runs along. This is one of the most beautiful railway bends in Britain and featured in the Harry Potter movies. There’s also an iconic monument that commemorates the Jacobites who fought for Scottish independence.
Sleat
Your afternoon will be spent exploring the incredible landscapes of the Sleat Peninsula
Full day touring around the Isle of Skye. Options and attractions are subject to group's interests.
Accommodations
Overnight base in the Lochalsh** or Skye***
Isle of Skye
Today is your opportunity to see some of the most famous wonders of Skye. The Quiraing, the Old Man of Storr, Neist Point: the options are endless. Your guide will choose a unique itinerary to suit the weather and what’s happening on the island. And they’ll always ensure you get a chance to get off the beaten track and discover the best spots for photos. In the late afternoon, you return to your overnight base.
Isle of Skye - Eilean Donan Castle - Edinburgh
Eilean Donan Castle
An iconic and gorgeous 13th-century castle that once warded off Viking invasions.
Dunkeld
Explore historic village of Dunkeld where you have the chance to visit the ruins of the old cathedral.
Options
B&B Double Room
Double en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 large bed).
B&B Single Occupancy Room
Accommodates 1 person in a single en-suite room with breakfast (1 x single bed).
B&B Twin Room
Stay in an en-suite twin room (2 x separate single beds) guesthouse accommodation.
Reviews
195 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour with Jim
Francine S,
Jul 15, 2025
- Viator
4.00Good overview of Scotland Highlands and isle of Skye and so much more. Jim was a fun tour guide with his Scottish sense of humour
Great Way to Experience Highland Life
Katie S,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a beautiful tour through the highlands. The company intentionally stops lots to give you bathroom breaks and time off the bus. It’s important that you expect a small town tour with lots of driving. The tour guide we had, Peter, was funny and knowledgeable. He was also a safe driver. We had rabbie’s book the accommodation. The one in Fort William, The Alexandra, was run down and my bathroom was not thoroughly cleaned. However, the one booked in kylakin, The White Heather, was what small town b&b dreams are made of: a friendly host, a beautiful view, a warm and cozy room. As well, the host worked hard to make breakfast fresh and enjoyable. The final day on the way home, we stopped at a small cafè for lunch and then at 1:30 stopped in at an adorable Victorian town. I do wish rabbies would consider giving guests more time in the Victorian village on future trips so lunch could be enjoyed there instead. Either way, lunch was delicious and the town was enjoyed! A great trip overall! Would recommend to friends looking to see the highlands. My grandmother and I both very much enjoyed the trip.
Great tour! See the most without rushing, meet some kind people
Imke J,
Jun 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour was great. Ashleigh, the guide, was very knowledgeable, friendly and funny and she was good at creating a kind, supportive space during the tour. I loved getting to see places I would've struggled visiting without a car and having almost everything save for dinner planned ahead of time (and even then Ashleigh gave some very good dinner and lunch options and tried many of them herself to give us a good idea of what to expect). I also really enjoyed being able to take my time looking at everything, especially compared to shorted tours that still visit the same number of places - this way, I was actually able to take everything I saw in, rather than rushing, taking a picture and moving on. Ashleigh was also great at adapting to the weather, which was especially useful on the days where it rained so hard we even got some hail mixed in. I was also very satisfied with the hotel and B&B that had been sorted for me, especially the one in Klyeakin, the White Heather Hotel, which had exceptionally friendly and kind staff who were very willing to accommodate, help or even have a quick chat.
Great 4 day experience
Ronnie B,
Oct 12, 2024
- Viator
5.00The historic information that Robert was able to share was pretty amazing. He knew all the dates, battles, kings, and queens. Most of all he knew all the best locations for photographers.
Isle of Skye and Scottish folklore
Derwin B,
Sep 24, 2024
- Viator
5.00The scenery was amazing but what tied it all together was our guide and all her stories. She was the best we have ever had on tours around the world.
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