5-Day Best of Scotland Tour from Edinburgh
Overview
Available languages
120 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the natural beauty of Scotland on a 5-day tour through the Lowlands, Northern Highlands, West Coast and the magical Isle of Skye. Focusing on the breathtaking Scottish countryside, your route explores a diverse range of landscapes and the classic sights of Loch Ness, Glencoe and more. Relax with an expert guide and overnight accommodation in Oban, Skye and near the banks of Loch Ness.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Luggage restriction: 1 suitcase 55x40x20cm - 15 kg & 1 backpack/handbag per person
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age 3 years old
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
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.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
4 nights of accommodation
Transport by air-conditioned mini-bus (up to 35 seats)
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop off at the beginning and end of the tour
What To Expect
On the road
Accommodations
Overnight: Oban
Loch Lomond
One of the most stunning location in Scotland. Drive along the bonnie, bonnie banks.
Inveraray Castle & Gardens
Time to explore the quaint little town of Inveraray
Kilmartin Glen
Step back to Scotland's ancient past.
Over the sea to Skye
Accommodations
Overnight; Skye
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Glencoe National Nature Reserve
The haunting majesty of this stunning glen will astound you. Hear stories of murder and massacre.
Ben Nevis
The UK's highest mountain towers above our lunch stop in Fort William
Glenfinnan Viaduct
You will continue west from Fort William on board your bus, making a stop to view the Glenfinnan Viaduct, made famous by the Harry Potter films. We will also be able to see Glenfinnan Monument - and the gorgeous scenery that surrounds it.
The Misty Isle of Skye
Accommodations
Overnight: Skye
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Black Cuillin
The stunning Cuillin Hills on Skye
The Old Man of Storr
See this strange rock formation
Kilt Rock
Watche the waterfall tumbling over the cliff face
Portree Harbour
Enjoy a stroll around this charmng little town
Isle of Skye
End your day of exploring the Isle of Skye.
Back to the mainland
Accommodations
Overnight: Inverness
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Eilean Donan Castle
The most photographed castle in Scotland awaits this morning
Loch Ness
Time for some monster hunting. There will be the chance to enjoy a cruise on the loch to try and find "Nessie".
Urquhart Castle
Explore the ruins overlooking Loch Ness. Entrance to the castle can be arranged by your driver, combined with a Loch Ness cruise.
End of the trip
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Culloden Battlefield
Walk the battlefield or explore the exhibition of the last battle fought on British soil
Clava Cairns
For Outlander fans this is a must see. It is here that the inspiration came for Clare's trip through the stones.
Options
B&B En-Suite Single Room
B&B En-Suite Single room: Single room for 1 person with private bathroom
B&B En-Suite Twin Room
B&B En-Suite Twin Room: Twin room for 2 persons with private bathroom
Family Room for 3
Family room for 3 people : Room for 3 with a double bed, single bed and private bathroom
B&B En-Suite Double Room
B&B En-Suite Double Room: Double room for 2 persons with private bathroom
Reviews
246 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Would recommend
BERNADETTE H,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent way to see the highlands. Our driver Alex was fantastic & gave a great commentary on the history, legendary tales etc & we had plenty of stops along the way to refresh & refuel.
Amazing experience with Kenny!!
Jennifer G,
Jul 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Kenny was our guide on our five day tour and he was exceptional! Kenny was knowledgeable, energetic, informative, professional, and hilarious. I would recommend highland experiences and specifically Kenny to anyone.
Incredible experience of the trip
Bryce S,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Chris was a fantastic guide. His knowledge and humor really kept everyone entertained the whole time. Our accommodations and bnb hosts were the sweetest people. Definitely worth doing a 5 day tour to add the Isle of Sky!
bad busses and lost time
Dan R,
Jun 27, 2025
- Viator
2.00buses are unreliable and much of tour was rushed and of poor quality. we lost a great deal of time waiting for bus repairs or replacement busses, the result was a very hurried tour with much time lost.
The tour good but accommodation problematic 🥲
AGNETA S,
Jun 17, 2025
- Viator
4.00The accommodation was not very good, the first in Oban was very good, but the last was very disappointing, to small, not proper bathroom
Related Experiences
Operated by Highland Experience Tours