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5-Day Iona, Mull and the Isle of Skye Small-Group Tour from Edinburgh

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Overview

Available languages

English

120 hours

Mobile ticket

Visit four romantic Scottish islands in five days on a small group excursion from Edinburgh.

You'll explore some of the most dramatic and beautiful scenery on Scotland's rugged west coast, and visit the fabled islands of Mull, Iona, Staffa and Isle of Skye.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum age for travel on this tour is 5 years

You stay two nights in Oban and two nights exclusively in the Balmacara Hotel.

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

Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg of luggage (44lbs); one medium sized suitcase/bag similar to airline standard carry-on luggage (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.

Eilean Donan Castle – We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.

Staffa Boat Trip – You may choose to join a boat trip to Staffa. This departs at 1.45pm and returns at 5pm. We reserve tickets for you, so please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.

Iona Abbey – You have free time on Iona between 12:00pm 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.

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.

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

4 nights en-suite accommodation in either Bed and Breakfast or 3-star Hotel.

Professional driver/guide

All ferry crossings, except optional trip to Staffa

Transportation by top of the range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop off

Meals and refreshments

Admission fees

What To Expect

Day 1

Edinburgh - Trossachs National Park - Oban

Accommodations

Overnight in Oban.

1

Loch Lomond National Nature Reserve

One of Scotland’s largest lochs. Admire the views and take postcard-perfect photos to share with your friends and family.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Inveraray Castle & Gardens

You venture through the impressive mountains of the West Highlands and the magnificent whitewashed 18th Century town of Inveraray, home to the Campbell Clan and the Duke of Argyll.

30 minutes • Admission Not Included
3

Oban

This Victorian harbour town offers excellent seafood and a charming intimacy. This will be your base for the next 2 nights.

5 hours • Admission Not Applicable
Day 2

Oban - Isle of Mull - Iona (optional trip to Staffa & Fingal's Cave)

Accommodations

Overnight in Oban.

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

1

Isle of Iona

You take the small ferry to Iona, birthplace of Celtic Christianity, and ancient burial ground of Scottish Kings. Here you can visit the historic abbey with its intricate carved crosses in the churchyard, or explore rocky headlands and sandy coves. ** Passengers may have less free time on Iona, if they opt for the Staffa boat trip.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable
2

Isle of Staffa

(optional boat trip) Felix Mendelssohn, who visited the uninhabited island of Staffa, off Mull, in 1829, was inspired to compose his 'Hebrides Overture' after hearing waves echoing in the impressive and cathedral-like Fingal’s Cave. The cave walls and surrounding cliffs are composed of vertical, hexagonal basalt columns that look like pillars (Staffa is Norse for ‘pillar island’). You can land on the island and walk into the cave via a causeway. Nearby Boat Cave can be seen from the causeway, but you can’t reach it on foot. Staffa also has a sizeable puffin colony, north of the landing place.

3 hours • Admission Not Included
3

Fingal’s Cave

(optional boat trip) Volcanic rock columns are home to black guillemots, fulmars, puffins and the magical Fingal's Cave.

3 hours • Admission Not Included
Day 3

Oban - West Highlands - Balmacara

Accommodations

Overnight in the Balmacara Hotel

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

1

Castle Stalker

Located in one of Scotland's most beautiful spots and dramatically sited on a small island at the mouth of Loch Laich.

30 minutes • Admission Not Included
2

Glencoe Mountain

The scenery of Glencoe is breathtakingly beautiful! From the spectacular 3 Sisters to the Majestic Buachailie Etive Mor, this has got to be one of the most beautiful places in Scotland!

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
3

Fort William

You then venture through Fort William and under the shadow of Ben Nevis, which at 1,344 meters is the highest mountain in the British Isles. We continue through the Great Glen, a natural fault in the earth’s crust that runs through Scotland.

Admission Not Applicable
4

Balmacara

From here, we'll take you to your overnight accommodation at the Balmacara Hotel, a lovely four star hotel with a classic Scottish view of Loch Alsh. You’re dropped off at your accommodation in the early evening.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable
Day 4

Touring around Isle of Skye

Accommodations

Overnight in the Balmacara Hotel

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

1

Kilt Rock

Picturesque observation point offering panoramic views of waterfalls, cliffs & sea.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Portree Harbour

Set round its natural harbour and fringed by high ground and cliffs, the town is a popular tourists’ holiday destination and the harbour continues to be used by fishing boats as well as pleasure craft.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
3

Quiraing

You may ascend the Quiraing along Trotternish Ridge and be rewarded with spectacular views. Alternatively, you could drink in the scenery at Loch Corruisk or drive through the dramatic Red Cuillin to the little hamlet of Elgol.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
4

Isle of Skye

Finish off your day of exploring the Isle of Skye and overnight in Balmacara Hotel.

Admission Not Applicable
Day 5

Loch Ness - Pitlochry - Edinburgh

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

1

Eilean Donan Castle

An iconic and gorgeous 13th century castle that once warded off Viking invasions.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
2

Grampian Mountains

Tour moves through the Grampian Mountains and along Loch Laggan, before passing Dalwhinnie, home to Scotland's highest whisky distillery.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
3

Loch Ness

Then, you travel east taking in the stunning views over Loch Duich and the Five Sisters of Kintail. You continue to Loch Ness for lunch and the possibility of spotting 'Nessie'.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

Options

B&B Double Room

Double en-suite room with breakfast in a B&B (1 large bed).

B&B Twin Room

Stay in twin room (2 x single beds) guesthouse accommodation. If you require multiple rooms, please add these to the basket separately.

Hotel Twin Room

Stay in twin room (2 x single beds) hotel accommodation. If you require multiple rooms, please add these to the basket separately.

Hotel Double Room

Double en-suite room with breakfast in a 3-star Hotel (1 large bed).

Hotel Single Occupancy Room

Stay in single room (1 x single bed) hotel accommodation.

B&B Single Occupancy Room

Stay in single room (1 x single bed) guesthouse accommodation.

Reviews

4.80

84 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • The best!. Heather was an amazing...

    David T,

    Oct 24, 2016

    - Viator

    5.00

    The best!. Heather was an amazing guide - very knowledgeable and entertaining. Also a great driver. She also was able to take us to off the road views and place she knew about. Just a stunning time!

  • We won't be taking any more Rabbies...

    KB M,

    Jul 17, 2016

    - Viator

    2.00

    We won't be taking any more Rabbies tours nor would we ever recommend them to anyone.

    1. Rabbies changed the itinerary without telling us. The tour said we would spend two nights at Oban and then two nights at Portree and a full day inbetween on The Isle of Skye - that is where my ancestors came fromand that was the reason we signed up for this tour. But using bait and switch, instead we were assigned to BnB in a pimple of a village on the Scotish mainland six miles from the bridge to Skye. Then we spent 8-10 hours on Skye. Not what were were promised by Rabbies. We came to see and experience Skye - not Portlock.

    2. Next, our driver told numerous and long winded stories about his political beliefs supporting Scotish independence from the English about modern day Scotish martyrs recently murdered by The Queen, and stories how real Scots routinely and recently embarrassed the Royal Family and they have constantly tricked and embarrassed the English over the last 700 years. Now, he can hold whatever views he pleases, but he shouldn't be allowed to preach his biases and views over a sound system and literally harangue 16 captive tourists who spent 10-20,000 to get to the British Isles see beautiful scenery and ancient Celtic and Christian sights.

    So, to repeat, we won't be taking any more Rabbies tours nor would we ever recommend them to anyone.

  • Awesome trip. Our tour guide had a...

    Robert D,

    Oct 27, 2013

    - Viator

    5.00

    Awesome trip. Our tour guide had a great way of telling us about the history of Scotland and her attention to detail was of extremely high standard. The tour was relaxing to have time to yourself but also busy enough to see and do plenty of activities. Would recommend to anyone of any age.

  • The bus was very comfortable. Our...

    Terence F,

    Oct 20, 2013

    - Viator

    5.00

    The bus was very comfortable. Our guide, Sara, was excellent,very clear in her information, quite a competent driver and her charming personality enhanced the whole tour.Our B and B accommodation was outstanding. The points visited on the tour were well chosen. We would certainly recommend this to others.

  • Wonderful!,<br/> Audrey was an...

    Alana D,

    May 19, 2013

    - Viator

    5.00

    Wonderful!,
    Audrey was an excellent guide.
    Loved the Islands- Iona and Skye!
    Hairy cuus were so cute!
    Thanks.
    Julie and Alana. Sydney Australia.

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