Private Tour
Isle of Skye Private 3 Day Tour From Edinburgh or Glasgow
Overview
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72 hours
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Let Macleod Heilan Tours whisk you away to Scotland's most famous Island and do it with a local guide who has extensive knowledge of Scotland.
• Private Tour, exclusively for your group. Luxury Minivan Mercedes V Class or Ford Custom.
• Learn about Scotland’s rich history, culture, and geography.
• Tailor your experience on Skye to visit the must-see locations like the Fairy Pools, Neist Point Lighthouse & Old Man of Storr
• Dedicated tour planner ready to create the perfect tour
Unlike larger group tours YOU can decide where you visit.
Enjoy the splendour of Glencoe, visit the Hairy Coos and then sail over the sea to Skye on the way north and the famous Loch Ness on the way South.
Complimentary bottled Scottish Highland water & Ferry (if available & weather permitting)
Group accommodation is requested to be booked independently in the South of Skye or Portree. request our PDF guide with more information.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
Private Luxury Minivan
Air-conditioned vehicle
Skye Ferry (Optional/Weather & Itinerary Permitting)
Complimentary Bottled Scottish Water
Travellers B&B, Hotels and Accommodation are not included
Meals
Attractions & Entrance Fees
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Loch Lomond National Park, Glencoe, Glenfinnan Viaduct, Inverlochy Castle Ruins
Callander
Edinburgh Departures our first stop will be in the beautiful town of Callander in the Trossachs National Park. Glasgow Departures our first stop will be the conservation village of Luss on Loch Lomond where we will spend some time taking in the bonnie bonnie banks.
Glencoe
After refreshments and photos we will continue North going deeper into the North West Highlands into Glencoe making photo stops as we pass through & take in the most photographed Mountain in Scotland "Buchaille Etive Mor" & the famous Three Sisters.
Glenfinnan Viaduct
The Glenfinnan Viaduct is a 21-arch, concrete railway bridge in the Scottish Highlands, known for its elegant curve and breathtaking scenery we will make a stop here if taking the ferry to Skye from Mallaig. *Weather and availability permitting. Alternatively we will take the Skye Bridge or Glenelg Ferry if the Mallaig ferry is unavailable.
Isle of Skye Full Day Tour, Whisky & Fairy Folklore
Sligachan Old Bridge
Today you will experience the magnificent Isle of Skye voted the 4th best island by National Geographic. What better way to enjoy it with a guide who grew up on the Island. We will have our first stop at Sligachan where we can marvel at the Black & Red Cuillin Mountains. Possibly wash our faces in the river Sligachan (Legend says its gives eternal beauty!) & your guide will tell you about the famous mountains and where the name Cuillin comes from.
Fairy Pools
We will then drive the short distance to the Fairy Pools where there is the option to hike up to the main pools and capture that spectacular photo which has made the Fairy Pools so popular. We will learn about some of the clan rivalry on the island and some of the battles. One fought here at the site of the pools called the battle of the one eyed lady.
Talisker Distillery
After a hike the best way to relax is with a "Wee Dram" so we can visit the famous Talisker Whisky Distillery for a taster if you like or just explore the distillery visitor centre which has just completed a huge renovation. Talisker is one of the most prestigious distilleries in Scotland and "officially' opened in 1830.
Portree
We will lunch in the capital of the island Portree just a small town of 3000 it has lots to offer in terms of views, shopping and eateries. The Harbour designed by Thomas Telford makes a great photo with the colourful houses, church and the lump (The Meall) in the background.
Kilt Rock
After lunch in Portree we will complete the impressive Trotternish Ridge circuit taking in famous sights such as the Old Man of Storr & Mealt Falls which is an impressive Sea waterfall with Kilt Rock as its back drop. This area has had various Dinosaur footprints found and there is even a Dinosaur museum in the nearby village of Staffin.
Quiraing
The Quiraing is Britains largest landslide and the landscape in this area is like no other you will find in the United Kingdom. Used as a film location for many movies including Transformers, BFG & Stardust to name a few you will see why they chose to film in this magical area.
Fairy Glen
We will end the day in Fairy Glen which has a fairy like feel to it. Spelt Faerie Glen it is full of cone shaped grassy hills and interesting rock formations one being called Castle Euan as it looks like an old ruined castle. Your guide will tell you about some stories of the fairy folklore on Skye and where the connection to Fairies and Skye comes from.
Isle of Skye
End your day exploring the Isle of Skye.
Eilean Donan Castle, Loch Ness, Cairngorm National Park & Highland Perthshire
Eilean Donan Castle
We leave Skye behind & still have so much to see as we travel South. Our first stop of the day will be the "biscuit tin castle" Scotlands most photographed Castle Eilean Donan. This has featured in movies such as Bridesmaids and Highlander and is a popular location for those wanting to tie the knot.
Loch Ness
We will arrive at Loch Ness just an hours drive from Eilean Donan at a little town called Fort Augustus where there is an option to go onto the water and do the cruise on the Loch. Loch Ness is one of the most famous of all the Lochs in Scotland with nearly double the volume of water than all of the Lakes in England & Wales combined and is rumoured to have a famous resident in the waters called "Nessie" We will have time to do the cruise and explore the town which will also be the lunch stop of the day.
Pitlochry
After Loch Ness we will drive towards Spean Bridge and the Ben Nevis viewpoint (Commando Memorial) taking in the grandeur off the Nevis Range before heading East and South via the Laggan road entering into the Cairngorm National Park. Gradually making our way through the Cairngorms down towards "Big Tree Country" Perthshire passing by Dalwhinnie Whisky Distillery & Blair Castle. We will have a final stop of the tour in the beautiful town of Pitlochry which is the gateway between Highlands and Lowlands made famous through Queen Victoria and Prince Albert who would regularly visit.
Forth Bridge
As we make our way back to Edinburgh we will cross over the famous forth road bridge and the Firth of Forth which has three famous bridges one being a World Uniseco heritage site (Forth Railway Bridge) The tour will end at your chosen destination.
Options
Private Isle of Skye 3 Day From Tour Edinburgh or Glasgow
Pickup included
Reviews
28 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Five childhood school friends touring Isle of Skye with John
toniar521,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Learning about the area from our driver, John who knew so much history and knew the area. His recommendations for where to eat and his humor and fun! He provided whiskey and was the best photographer to capture our memories
Saw the Isle of Skye, their specialty, as well as other great stops/places along the way!
349bobh,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour with MacLeod Heilan - The Isle of Skye and our stops along the way were fantastic. Our guide shared a lot of Scottish history and detail and a lot about the country and countryside. It was beautiful and wild country that we saw and experienced. They were flexible and had some stops and options tailored to our group. Sounds like they have other great tour options too. We do highly recommend them!
Amazing Tour of the Isle of Skye
CGMatthews,
Sep 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best time on MacLeod Heilan Tours! John was great working with us when we had to modify our dates. Andy, our tour guide, made sure we saw everything we could possibly hope to see. - and we saw a lot! What a beautiful place! This was a bucket list trip for us, and it surpassed our expectations. I think a private tour is the absolute best way to see the Isle of Skye, and I highly recommend MacLeod Heilan Tours for an amazing time!
Do yourself a favor and book John and McLeod Highland Tours
Warren H,
Jun 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Gosh, I don’t know where to start with the compliments. John was an absolute delight to your us all through the Scottish Highlands for 3 days. He is highly personable and kind. He definitely goes out of his way to make sure you are comfortable, fed, and will keep you on schedule without making you feel rushed and still not miss any of the sites. Due to tardy train schedule, we unfortunately parley missed the viaduct train go by, but that was the only mishap. We would have stayed to wait, but had the frrry to catch. Glencoe was a dream, and the sites on the Isle I will never forget, John and McLeod Highland Tours is the best and I will book again.
Incredible Experience!
Maps50905912780,
Sep 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the inquiry about a tour with Macleod Heilan Tours throughout the tour itself, we were very happy with the professionalism and great communication with this company. Our tour guide, John, having been born on the Isle of Skye, possessed a vast knowledge of the History of Scotland, the Highlands and Isle of Skye. Also one of the most pleasant and convivial persons I’ve ever met. He was a safe driver and knew the lay of the land very well and offered so much information about each stop. We never would have had such an in depth experience had we tried to go to these places by ourselves. The automobile was wonderful: very comfortable, clean and offered a smooth ride. John took us to all the places we’d been interested in seeing, and even revised the itinerary to include Culloden Battlefield. We hadn’t been on a tour like this, and while we knew the basics, I feel that we were happiest here during our recent two week Scotland trip. I am missing the Isle of Skye terribly. We highly recommend this company and will seek out another experience with Macleod Heilan tours when planning our next trip to Scotland.
Fun and Exciting
susansQ9602DD,
Sep 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This Three day tour was definitely the highlight of our week long trip to Scotland . John was an amazing guide!. Having been born on the Isle of Skye, he is a plethora of information when it comes to the History of Scotland , the Highlands and Skye. Our time spent with him was fun, informative and exciting. When the weather changed and roads were blocked he was calm and adapted our tour to make sure we saw all the beautiful scenery of Skye. John is truly a remarkable young man. He shared his life experiences as did we ,and we instantly formed a real connection. If you are looking to plan trip to this part of the world there is no-one I would recommend more to help you plan this trip and accompany you on this adventure .
The Highlight of our Trip
896rogerw,
Aug 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour far exceeded our expectations. We booked the 3 day Isle of Skye private tour directly with Macleod Heilan Tours. The itinerary was excellent and included most of the stops on our wish list. John was prompt with communications prior to the tour and offered suggestions and flexibility with the stops. Our guide, Marco was excellent. He provided us with a great locals view of history, folklore and hidden places. Marco has an obvious passion for sharing his beautiful country with others. We thoroughly enjoyed the many stops, walks, and of course the gorgeous scenery. Stops were adequate and we never felt rushed This tour was truly the highlight of our trip. We highly recommend it!
The greatest tour!
Laurel F,
Aug 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We just got back from our second trip to Scotland and it was nothing short of magic. I want to give the biggest shout out to John from Macleod Heilon Tours who brought us around Skye on a 4 day private tour. We do a lot of tours when we travel and my husband and I agree that this has been hands down the greatest touring experience we have ever had. John is an incredible professional, a phenominal story teller and has great sense of humor. He has so much knowledge of his country and shares it so well. When my kids are asked what their favorite part of the trip is they respond with their tour with John!
Amazing landscape
Gary l,
Jul 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00John, our guide brought the trip to life with his knowledge of the area and of Scottish history. Amazing landscape, beautiful scenery
Best tour of Scotland!
Q5451DKkarenh,
Jun 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such an amazing time on our tour. John was very helpful and detailed in explaining the tour options and helping us find places to stay. Our tour guide was Marco who was absolutely wonderful! He had so much knowledge and fun facts about all the areas we traveled, took several pictures for us, helped us celebrate special occasions and entertained the kids on the trip! This tour was recommended to us and we are so glad it was as they were the very best! If you are planning a trip to Scotland look no further than this tour group!
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