5 Day Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness From Edinburgh
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120 hours
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Embark on a breathtaking journey from Edinburgh through the majestic Scottish Highlands. Travel across rugged landscapes, explore the enchanting Isle of Skye, and uncover the charm of coastal towns like Oban and the cultural capital of the Highlands, Inverness. From the striking beauty of Glen Coe to the quiet magic of the west coast, each moment brings new sights to marvel at. Along the way, sample world-renowned whisky, wander through historic castles, and experience the depth of Scotland’s natural and cultural heritage.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals.
The order of the stops on this route are subject to change
Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities.
Children under 5 years old, including infants who do not require a seat, are not permitted to travel. We are unable to accommodate any child under the age of 5.
Each traveller is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase weighing no more than 33lbs (15kg) and 1 carry-on bag.
Due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour runs on a bigger bus.
If downloading an audio guide, remember to bring your headset.
The tour may operate with our sister company, HAGGiS Adventures.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Whisky Distillery Tour
Culloden Battlefield
Clava Cairns
Air-conditioned vehicle
Local English Speaking Guide
4 Nights 3 star B&B accommodation
Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
Culloden Visitor Centre
Tips
Food and drinks not provided
What To Expect
Edinburgh to Oban
Accommodations
Overnight at a 3 star B&B in Oban
The Kelpies & The Helix
The first stop of the day will be the majestic Kelpies statues. This 30-metre high horse-headed pair are the world's largest equine sculptures.
Stirling Castle
Sit back and relax while we drive to our next destination, and marvel at the impressive Stirling Castle, one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland.
National Wallace Monument
Heading north, take in breath-taking views as we pass by the famous Wallace Monument, a 67 metre tower at a hilltop overlooking Stirling and commemorating landmark in honour of Sir William Wallace.
Glencoe
Enjoy a scenic drive through the beautiful Rannoch Moor before stopping at the iconic Glencoe.
Oban
We arrive in the picturesque seaside town Oban on the west coast of Scotland where we will spend the night.
Oban to Isle of Skye
Accommodations
Overnight at a 3 star B&B in Portree
Glenfinnan Viaduct
View the world-famous Glenfinnan Viaduct surrounded by beautiful Highland scenery.
Eilean Donan Castle
Stop at the romantic Eilean Donan Castle, the most photographed castle in Scotland.
Isle of Skye
We cross the Skye Bridge to the enchanting Isle of Skye, heading through breath-taking landscapes and finally stopping in Portree.
Portree
We finish our day in Portree, the beautiful capital town on the Isle of Skye. Visit renowned seafood restaurant or take a walk by the idyllic harbour.
Isle of Skye to Inverness
Accommodations
Overnight at a 3 star B&B in Inverness
Kilt Rock
Explore the impressive 90-metre Kilt Rock and the breath-taking Mealt Falls right next to it.
The Old Man of Storr
Take in views of the ancient rock formation Old Man of Storr and discover its surroundings (weather dependant).
Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
Learn about Scotland's ancient Caledonian Forest and the work that takes place at Dundreggan to rewild the Scottish Highlands.
Inverness
Arrive in and explore the capital of the Highlands and film inspiration for the series 'Outlander' that is Inverness.
Inverness
Accommodations
Overnight at a 3 star B&B in Inverness
Beauly
Head to Beauly, a beautiful village that offers a range of local shops and eating places.
Beauly Priory
Explore the mysterious ruins of Beauly Priory, used in the filming of 'Outlander'.
Culloden Battlefield
We drive to the historical Culloden Battlefield, where where Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobite’s were defeated in 1746. The Culloden Battlefield visitor centre is optional, pay locally.
Clava Cairns
Visit the mysterious chambered cairns and standing stones of Clava Cairns.
Loch Ness
Take an optional cruise on famous Loch Ness. Will you spot Nessie?!
Inverness to Edinburgh
Blair Athol Distillery
Visit Bliar Atholl whisky distillery for a tour and a taste of the ‘water of life’
Highland Folk Museum
We visit the Highland Folk Museum to get a real taste of Highland life from the past centuries. This brings to life the domestic and working conditions of earlier Highland peoples.
Dunkeld
Take a walk through picturesque Dunkeld and the magnificent Dunkeld Cathedral before heading back to Edinburgh.
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Reviews
570 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
5 day tour
Stacy A,
May 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Paul was a wonderful guide and we had an awesome group of people. The tour didn't feel rushed and we saw lots of lovely sites.
A wee bit of Scotland magic
Erni T,
Mar 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Scotland Highlands and Isle of Skye are amazing 😍 so beautiful and unique landscape, the countryside is so serene and scenic. We were so lucky to have 3 wonderful guides : Tom, Ryan and Robert. Thank you to all the 3 musketeers who made our experience so special and awesome. Scotland has so much history and fascinating tales, myths and legends. Every day we learnt something fascinating about the new places that we visited. Tom and Robert also taught us a few Gaelic words and played Scottish traditional music. Robert even sang his own song to us. We really enjoyed our 5-day tour in Scotland Highlands and Isle of Skye with them. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see Scotland.
Recommend
Alberto L,
May 8, 2024
- Viator
5.00Fun time, fun group. Tour guide Cara was great.. great pace and we saw a lot in 5 days. I would recommend to all ages..
Absolutely stunning tour and experiences
Jessamy P,
Dec 17, 2022
- Viator
5.00Absolutely amazing experiences! Scotland is lovely - the locals are friendly and helpful, the scenery is spectacular, the history is dark and deep resulting in such depth I haven't seen elsewhere. Our tour guide was phenomenal - knowledgeable, witty, humourous and well organised. He knew so much of the history, the routes and alternatives around winter closures - Owen, thank you for making this such a great trip!
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