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BudgetSimple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Mid-rangeComfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.

Combine Scotland in 3 Days with Nearby Countries for an Unforgettable Trip

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Skye High - 3 days

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Our Isle of Skye tour from Edinburgh is a wee gem. Ideal for travellers short on time who want to get the most out of their trip to Scotland. All the best stuff is packed in: Nessie hunting, ruined castles, stunning lochs, and dramatic mountains. During the summer months, you can ride the famous Jacobite Steam train as seen in Harry Potter! *Tour runs during April-October. Check out the '3-Day Winter Skye High' if you are looking to travel between November-March.

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hostel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Edinburgh, Portree, Isle of Skye

Duration3 days

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Winter Skye High - 3 days

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Dreaming of exploring Scotland's rugged wilderness in the winter? Believe us when we say, it doesn’t get any more storybook-like than this! Buckle up for a 3-day escape to the winter highlands of Scotland, from the epic Glen Coe to the elusive Loch Ness. The cherry on top? You’ll spend two nights and a full day exploring the fairy tale island of Skye, surrounded by snow-covered peaks, vast lochs, and timeless legends.

Sightseeing Tours

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hostel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Edinburgh, Isle of Skye

Duration3 days

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Inverness to the Outer Hebrides (Hotel) - 3 days

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Discover the largest island in Scotland on this 3-day tour to Lewis and Harris in the Outer Hebrides, starting and ending in Inverness and staying in 3-star hotels. Head straight to Ullapool to take the ferry ton Stornoway, keeping your eyes peeled for whales and dolphins. Visit the historic Arnol Blackhouse and take in the island's best beaches, cliffs and rural landscapes. See the ancient Calanais Stone Circle before taking the ferry back to the mainland, and returning to Inverness.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Inverness, Stornoway

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Duration3 days

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Lake District From Edinburgh - 3 days

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Experience the beauty of the Lake District on this 3-day tour beginning and ending in Edinburgh. Head south through the Scottish Borders, the rolling Galloway Hills and Southern Uplands to the market town of Keswick before exploring the picturesque Lake District National Park to find waterfalls, forests, mountains, and lakes. Then discover Lake Windermere and the historic towns dotted around the park before returning north to Edinburgh.

Sightseeing Tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Guest House, Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Edinburgh, Keswick

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Duration3 days

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Magic Mull From Glasgow - 3 days

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Discover the wildlife and dramatic landscapes of Mull on this 3-day escorted tour from Glasgow. Begin with exploration of the mainland, including Loch Lomond and Glencoe. Then take the ferry to discover the towering mountains, stunning lochs, and the unique geological wonder of Fingal's Cave. Sample fresh seafood from the abundant ocean and explore the famous sights and local legends. Be amazed by the Isle of Staffa's fascinating rock formations, learn about ancient Christianity at the picturesque abbey on Iona, and stroll through the vibrant harbour town of Tobermory.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Guest House, Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Glasgow, Tobermory

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Duration3 days

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Isle of Skye Discovery - 3 days

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Travel through picturesque Scotland to the Isle of Skye on this 3-day group tour. Beginning in Edinburgh we travel past historic castles and and lochs before reaching the Isle of Skye and the capital of Portree. Explore the best of Skye when visiting sites such as Old Man of Storr and Kilt Rock at Trotternish Ridge and Dunvegan Castle, the home of Clan MacLeod. Travelling back to Edinburgh where the tour ends we stop at Loch Ness to try and catch a glimpse of 'Nessie.'

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Guest House

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Edinburgh, Portree, Isle of Skye

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Duration3 days

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Magic Mull From Glasgow (Hotel) - 3 days

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Discover the wildlife and dramatic landscapes of Mull on this 3-day escorted tour from Glasgow, staying in 3-star hotels. Begin with exploration of the mainland, including Loch Lomond and Glencoe. Then take the ferry to discover the towering mountains, stunning lochs, and the unique geological wonder of Fingal's Cave. Sample fresh seafood from the abundant ocean and explore the famous sights and local legends. Be amazed by the Isle of Staffa's fascinating rock formations, learn about ancient Christianity at the picturesque abbey on Iona, and stroll through the vibrant harbour town of Tobermory.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Glasgow, Tobermory

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Duration3 days

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Orkney Express (Hotel) - 3 days

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From Inverness, set out to discover the remote northern archipelago of Orkney on this 3-day escorted group tour, staying in 3-star hotels. Pass through the scenic northern Highlands and visit John o'Groats before taking the ferry to Orkney and heading to the capital, Kirkwall. Discover the 5,000-year-old settlement of Skara Brae, the Viking inscriptions at Maeshowe and the mysterious Brodgar Stone Circle. After exploring Orkney, it's back Inverness.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Inverness, Kirkwall

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Duration3 days

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Edinburgh to Inverness & Skye - 3 days

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Discover the Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye on this 3-day tour. Journey from Edinburgh through the Trossachs and along the shores of Loch Lomond before reaching the dramatic landscapes of Glen Coe and Fort William. Explore the Isle of Skye’s rugged beauty, from the Cuillin Mountains and Portree to the Trotternish Peninsula’s iconic formations. On the final day, then travel south through Pitlochry, with the tour concluding in Edinburgh.

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Edinburgh, Inverness

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Duration3 days

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Glasgow to Skye & Loch Ness - 3 days

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This 3-day escorted tour from Glasgow takes in the best of the Isle of Skye, uncovering dramatic landscapes, breath-taking coastline and historic attractions. You will also see the legendary Loch Ness, Eilean Donan Castle and Glencoe, with its turbulent and morbid history. Skirt the shores of Loch Lomond, spend two nights in the quaint village of Broadford and end our journey back in Glasgow.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Guest House

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Glasgow, Broadford

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Duration3 days

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Inverness to the Outer Hebrides - 3 days

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Discover the largest island in Scotland on this 3-day tour to Lewis and Harris in the Outer Hebrides, starting and ending in Inverness. Head straight to Ullapool to take the ferry ton Stornoway, keeping your eyes peeled for whales and dolphins. Visit the historic Arnol Blackhouse and take in the island's best beaches, cliffs and rural landscapes. See the ancient Calanais Stone Circle before taking the ferry back to the mainland, and returning to Inverness.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Guest House

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Inverness, Stornoway

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Duration3 days

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Lake District From Edinburgh (Hotel) - 3 days

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Experience the beauty of the Lake District on this 3-day tour beginning and ending in Edinburgh, staying in 3-star hotels. Head south through the Scottish Borders, the rolling Galloway Hills and Southern Uplands to the market town of Keswick before exploring the picturesque Lake District National Park to find waterfalls, forests, mountains, and lakes. Then discover Lake Windermere and the historic towns dotted around the park before returning north to Edinburgh.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Edinburgh, Keswick

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Duration3 days

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Scotland Whisky Trail (Hotel) - 3 days

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Experience some of the best whisky in the world on this 3-day whisky trail group tour beginning and ending in Edinburgh, staying in 3-star hotels. Travel through Speyside, the heartland of Scotch whisky whilst visiting some of the most famous distilleries in Scotland. Take part in whisky tasting at Lindores Abbey, mentioned in the first ever reference in whisky, Cardhu, the first distillery pioneered by a woman, and explore the beautiful countryside in Cairngorms National Park and Royal Deeside.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Guest House

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Edinburgh, Grantown-on-Spey

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Duration3 days

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Best of the North Coast 500 (Hotel) - 3 days

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Discover the best of the North Coast 500, Scotland's answer to Route 66 and one of the most scenic road trips in the world, staying in 3-star hotels. Explore forgotten villages and take in pristine coastline. See ancient castles and navigate rolling ribbons of tarmac on this 3-day escorted tour which starts and ends in Inverness. Visit larger settlements too, such as Ullapool, and spend a night in Thurso, the most northerly town on the British mainland. Catch a glimpse of Orkney on the horizon, see grand Dunrobin Castle and end your trip back in Inverness, capital of the Highlands.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Inverness, Ullapool, Thurso

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Duration3 days

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All Scotland 3-Day Tours and Trips

The Best 3-day Trips in Scotland

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The Best 3-day Trips in Scotland

Combine Scotland in 3 Days with Nearby Countries for an Unforgettable Trip

Skye High - 3 days

Winter Skye High - 3 days

Inverness to the Outer Hebrides (Hotel) - 3 days

Lake District From Edinburgh - 3 days

Magic Mull From Glasgow - 3 days

Isle of Skye Discovery - 3 days

Magic Mull From Glasgow (Hotel) - 3 days

Orkney Express (Hotel) - 3 days

Edinburgh to Inverness & Skye - 3 days

Glasgow to Skye & Loch Ness - 3 days

Inverness to the Outer Hebrides - 3 days

Lake District From Edinburgh (Hotel) - 3 days

Scotland Whisky Trail (Hotel) - 3 days

Best of the North Coast 500 (Hotel) - 3 days

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