Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, Highlands and Loch Ness 3-Day Tour
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72 hours
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Embark on a true Scottish adventure with our 3-day tour small group tour to Skye from Edinburgh. Journey through the magnificent Scottish Highlands, before arriving on the mystical Isle of Skye. Enjoy a full day exploring the island's most beautiful spots, before travelling back down to Edinburgh via the most photographed castle in Scotland, Eilean Donan.
Choose between single, double, or no accommodation at time of booking and travel by air-conditioned coach throughout your journey.
This tour can be booked with accommodation included or without. Accommodation options include: hostel, B&B, or hotel. If choosing to book your own accommodation, please ensure it is within 2km of Portree town centre.
• Please note: from 3rd December 2024 our Edinburgh tours will depart from NCP Castle Terrace, EH1 2EW.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Minimum age is 4 years.
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
This tour can be booked with accommodation included or without. If booking your own accommodation, it must be within 2km of Portree town centre.
Luggage is restricted to one medium sized suitcase per person. For guidance: a medium sized suitcase is considered 60-69cm high and roughly 45cm in width. Luggage storage facilities operated by a third-party are available in Edinburgh.
Please note: from 22nd December to 1st February 2025, Eilean Donan Castle will be closed. We will still stop at the castle for photos and access to the bridge will be available. However, the Visitor Centre and toilet facilities will be closed.
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 To Expect
Travel from Edinburgh to Portree
Luss Pier
From Edinburgh our Isle of Skye tour will head west to collect our Glasgow passengers* and then make our first stop on this Skye tour at the picturesque conservation village of Luss, on the ‘Bonny, Bonny’ banks of Loch Lomond.
Glencoe Lochan
Travelling north via Tyndrum we pass over the atmospheric Rannoch Moor before enjoying time to walk and admire the dramatic Glencoe, site of the 1692 massacre of the MacDonald Clan.
Old Fort of Fort William
Lunch Break in the Fort William area, meal is not included
Ben Nevis
We pause for photos at Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis,
Portree Harbour
Day 1 of the Isle of Skye tour ends in the charming village of Portree, on the Isle of Skye, where we check into our accommodation.
Isle of Skye
end the day of exploring the Isle of Skye.
Full day spent in Skye
Kilt Rock
Waterfall
The Old Man of Storr
The Old Man is a large standing formation of rock part of the Trotternish ridge.
Quiraing
Trotternish Ridge
Dunvegan Castle & Gardens
Summer only. Home of the clan Macleod located 1 mile to the north of Dunvegan on the Isle of Skye.
Lealt Falls
Waterfall
Travel from Portree to Edinburgh
Eilean Donan Castle
We commence our descent via the much-admired Eilean Donan Castle, backdrop for the movie, ‘Highlander’;
Fort Augustus Abbey
We will then move on to the pretty loch-side village of Fort Augustus for lunch and views of Loch Ness.
Ben Nevis
Highest Mountain in the UK
What‘s Included
2 nights accommodation (unless 'no accommodation' option is selected)
Small group tour
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Knowledgeable driver-guide
Food and drinks, unless specified
Accommodation, unless chosen
Attraction Tickets
Gratuities
Restroom on board
Options
Tour Excluding Accommodation
Your 3 day tour will not include accommodation. You must book this yourself. We kindly ask you to ensure the accommodation is located in the centre of Portree, Skye.
Double/Twin/Family B&B
Double/Twin/Family B&B: Double (1 bed that sleeps 2), twin (2 single beds in one room) or family room accommodation at a bed & breakfast is included.
Tour with Single B&B
Our 3 day Skye tour including accommodation in a single room at a Bed and Breakfast. Please note if booking more than one person, we cannot guarantee all rooms will be in the same B&B.
Reviews
1,000 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing 3 Day Tour to Isle of Skye!
M6026PZtarap,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an incredible 3 day tour experience to the Isle of Skye with our tour guides Neil and Michelle! Neil was extremely knowledgeable about the history of Scotland and was an excellent story-teller who kept us well-informed and entertained! Michelle was extremely lovely and warm who also provided us with some excellent bits of trivia and knowledge on Scotland. The 3 day tour flew by and we did and saw so much in the company of these lovely guides. Could no recommend Timberbush tours enough.
Amazing Experience!!!
Munira M,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing experience on our tour. Jilian our tour guide was just awesome!! She made us feel so comfortable. I would definitely recommend anyone who wants to visit the highlands to take this tour.
Terribly, terribly, terribly wonderful time!
S5582XGbrianm,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrew is a great tour guide. His humor and personality really endears him to you like a longtime friend. Thank you for making the Isle of Skye tour a rich time filled with an almost encyclopedic understanding of Scotland and a behind-the-scene history with interesting little facts. When we said goodbye, it felt like we were saying goodbye to a dear friend, then the end of a business transactions. In every way, with gratitude, and appreciation, we are so glad we booked our tour with Timberbush, and that we had the gift of having Andrew as our guide.
Wonderful guide, sides, bit horrible accomodation
Geertje v,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The tour guide andrew was absolutely wonderful and had a really lovely music taste, what a relief! Also absolutely must-see beautiful sights! However, the booked accomodation Tongadale hotel (Skye) for me left much to be desired and I barely slep two nights in a row. The rooms are very dated cubicles, you could hear other guests snoring as if they were in the same room. It’s above a cafe that produces noise till late and then vacuum clean at midnight. You could hear other guests snore through the wall. The cafe in the morning smells like wet carpet/beer and wet dog (which makes you lose your appetite) and service is plain awful, food is mid. Would ask to avoid this hotel, other properties seemed much better.
The trip is one-of-kind and so is Scott, the tour guide!
Kerry M,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Each site was more beautiful than the next. The trip felt so well planned. Scott, our guide was exceptionally knowledgeable, personable, patient, and had a great Scottish themed playlist that created the perfect ambiance to the beautiful scenery. Highly recommend this tour and particularly, Scott.
Highlands and Isle of Skye Tour
G8750CFgabriellaa,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00We booked two tours. The first not done, we were not warned that it had been cancelled, we waited in vain at the collection point and had the day ruined. The second, done quite well, except that the bus driver drove like crazy the whole trip. I totally understand the timing, but you can't drive like that in the highlands and on the Isle of Skye
Exciting highlands in spite of adverse weather
joekieb2025,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As a new comer to Scotland I found this trip full of excitement. Very interesting indeed. Our guide Jim was great, has a wealth of information which he shared. I will definitely recommend this trip.
Discovering Scotland
Nicola P,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We chose this 3-day tour (Highlands, Isle of Skye and Loch Ness) before leaving for Scotland because our Italian tour was cancelled a week before departure and we didn't get to look on the sites or the various comparisons of itineraries between the different agencies. The tour is very nice and suggestive but in our opinion not complete. Our guide Neil was very knowledgeable and a very good driver. If I have to make a small note, I would add a stop at the famous Glennfinnan Viaduct (the famous viaduct where the Harry Potter train passes), because it is a shame to pass by and not see it. In my opinion, entering this stop the tour would be perfect and complete
Great fun
Lachie W,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour guide Andrew was extremely knowledgeable, knowing every loch we passed and heaps of fun facts. He made our heaps of fun. Thank you Andrew
Best of the best!
DavidS24695,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brian is the most awesome tour guide in all of the majestic Scotish Kingdom, he made our experience be so much better, with his never ending amazing stories and driving skills ❤️
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