4-Day Magical Mull, Iona & West Highlands Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh
Overview
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96 hours
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Spend four amazing days exploring the natural beauty and historic treasures of the island of Mull and surrounding areas. You’ll visit Calgary Bay, the islands of Mull, Iona and Staffa (optional) and see Queen Elizabeth Forest Park and the National Park of Loch Lomond. With stops at historic sites such as Stirling Castle, Inveraray Castle and the Abbey in Iona, you'll have plenty of ways to take in the rich history and culture of these ancient isles on this 3-night tour from Edinburgh.
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/family). Preferences should be noted upon booking in the Special Requirements section
Please note: you will be required to choose between either a 3-star bed and breakfast or 3-star hotel at time of booking
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.
Hotels usually have a relatively central location but may be up to a 20-30 minute walk from local facilities. If you have difficulty with stairs, please let us know so that we can either book a ground floor room or a hotel with lift access, if available.
Staffa Boat Trip - You may choose to join a boat trip to Staffa this departs at 1.45pm and returns at 5pm. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
Iona Abbey – You have free time on Iona between 12:30pm and 16:30pm. If you'd like to visit the Abbey, we recommend you book in advance to avoid disappointment, using the link on your voucher.
For your optional Tobermory Distillery ticket you must reserve your time slot in advance. Please use the link printed on your voucher.
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 in a B&B or 3-star Hotel (breakfast included)
Ferry transfers to the Isle of Mull and Isle of Iona
Transport by 16 seat top of the range mini-coach
Driver/guide
Meals and refreshments
Gratuities
Admission fees (e.g optional Staffa boat trip weather permitting)
What To Expect
Edinburgh - Tobermory
Accommodations
You stay three nights in the colourful harbour town of Tobermory, the capital of the island.
Glencoe Visitor Centre
Famous for a bloody ancient massacre, this beautiful spot offers peaceful waterside views from the site of ancient ruins. (Lunch Stop)
Tobermory
After a short ferry ride across Loch Linnhe, you meander through the impressive mountains of Morven to Lochaline, where we take another ferry to the Hebridean island of Mull. You arrive in Tobermory, the island’s capital, for our three-night stay. Tobermory, meaning ‘Well of Mary’, has brightly coloured houses looking over the sea and is often referred to as one of the prettiest harbour towns in Scotland.
Tobermory - Iona or optional trip to Isle of Staffa
Accommodations
You stay three nights in the colourful harbour town of Tobermory, the capital of the island.
Iona Abbey and Nunnery
You head south to Fionnphort, where you take a passenger ferry to the small island of Iona. Iona is an island of quiet charm, and is the cradle of Celtic Christianity. You have time to explore the island’s Abbey, and museum of history and Celtic heritage. There are magnificent Celtic crosses and headstones to see, or, alternatively, you can enjoy a stroll along the peaceful sandy beaches. *Please note that if you book the Abbey then you will not have time to do the boat trip.
Isle of Staffa
In the afternoon, you have the opportunity to take a small boat for an optional trip to the island of Staffa, where nature enthusiasts can seek out the abundant marine life. Staffa is home to Fingal’s cave, which is one of the most amazing geological sites, and is known as ‘Nature’s cathedral’. After a day in the great outdoors, we return to Tobermory for the night. ** ** Please note that due to coronavirus restrictions it is only possible to visit the abbey OR join the Staffa boat tour. It will not be possible to do both.
Flexible day touring on the Isle of Mull
Accommodations
You stay three nights in the colourful harbour town of Tobermory, the capital of the island.
Calgary Bay
Bright white sands front crystalline water in this famously beautiful spot for pictures.
Eas Fors Waterfall
This is one of the most spectacular waterfalls on the island where you can enjoy great views looking on to Ulva
Tobermory Distillery & Visitor Centre
Famous for its local whisky and charming architecture, the small colourful harbour town of Tobermory wins over many who see it. An early afternoon return to Tobermory, allows you to soak up the atmosphere of this pretty town. You have a chance to peruse the small shops, and the local Tobermory whisky distillery.
Tobermory - Oban - Inveraray - Edinburgh
Inveraray Castle & Gardens
Explore the fabulous home town of the Duke of Argyll and its stunning ancestral castle.
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
After leaving the town of Inveraray, you arrive in the National Park of Loch Lomond and travel up more than 800 feet to the ‘Rest and be Thankful’ view. You continue to drive east towards Stirling, with opportunities for photos of the castle, before we return to Edinburgh in the early evening.
Options
B&B Single Occupancy Room
Accommodates 1 person in one single en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 x single bed).
Hotel Single Occupancy Room
Accommodates 1 person in a single en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (1 x single bed).
Hotel Twin Room
Twin en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (2 x separate single beds).
B&B Twin Room
Stay in twin room (2 x separate single beds) guesthouse accommodation.
Reviews
35 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Covered lots of ground in...
Kathryn H,
Jul 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Covered lots of ground in a short amount of time with a very knowledgeable Tour guide. Many favorite picturesque stops.
Beautiful inspiring journey
Carren M,
Aug 22, 2024
- Viator
5.00A wonderful journey through beautiful landscape. Very relaxing and great opportunity to see a part of Scotland not seen by tourists.
First Class Tour
Douglas M,
Jun 30, 2022
- Viator
5.00Our guide Alan was a superb driver and provided a continuous round of information and entertainment during the long scenic driving sections of the journey. Tobermory was an absolutely lovely base for our 3 night stay on Mull and the trips to Staffa, Iona and round the north of the Island all worked really well. A great trip, thank you!
Murray was great! Good knowledge...
Judith A,
Jun 9, 2014
- Viator
5.00Murray was great! Good knowledge and sense of humor; able to accommodate a group ranging in age from 7 to 71. Amazing scenery!
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