Edinburgh to the Isle of Skye - 4 days

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4 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Edinburgh, Scotland

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Highlights

Glenfinnan Viaduct - See this iconic stretch of railway, which starred in the 'Harry Potter' film series

Isle of Skye - Take in the best of this dramatic Hebridean island, with a curated itinerary to best suit the weather and any seasonal events

Eilean Donan Castle - Admire this historic 13th Century castle, located on an island where three lochs meet

Ben Nevis - Catch a glimpse of Great Britain's highest peak as you travel through some of the country's finest highland scenery

Itinerary

Let the Highlands enchant you on the "Edinburgh to the Isle of Skye - 4 days" tour, an easy-paced journey perfect for seniors and experienced adventurers. Departing from Edinburgh, this small-group trip showcases Scottish highlights like the Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe, and the striking Kelpies sculpture. On Skye, your guide adapts the sightseeing and hiking options to make the most of your time on the island. Visit the historic Eilean Donan Castle, take in Ben Nevis, and stroll through Dunkeld before circling back to Edinburgh. The tour’s USP is its flexibility—offering tailored activities on Skye to suit every traveler's interests and abilities.

day 1Rannoch Moor, Glencoe & Fort William

Edinburgh - Glencoe - Fort William. As we head out of Edinburgh, we travel north west, stopping to admire The Kelpies. These 30-metre high sculptures depict horse heads, and opened to the public in 2013. We make a lunch stop before continuing our drive, passing by lochs, rivers and lush forests. We cross eerily beautiful Rannoch Moor, stopping for photos at the most scenic spots. Reaching Glencoe, we have time to admire the mountain vistas and learn about the 1692 Glencoe Massacre. Around 30 members of Clan MacDonald of Glencoe were slaughtered here for failing to pledge allegiance to King William III and Mary II.
Skirting the edge of Loch Linnhe, we reach our accommodation in Fort William, a highland town on the shore of the loch.
Please note: Check-in closes at 09:15 on day 1 (tour departs at 09:30) - Edinburgh Bus Station Pick Up, Gate J and Gate K, inside Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.

OverNight

Fort William

day 2Harry Potter & Isle of Skye

day 3Exploring the Isle of Skye

day 4Return to Edinburgh

What's Included

Accommodation

3 nights simple guesthouse

Meals

3 breakfasts

Transport

Transportation in 16 seat Mercedes mini-coach with air-conditioningAll road tolls

Guide

Escorted by a local driver-guide

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All necessary ferry journeys between Scottish Islands and the mainland20kg luggage allowance - This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for onboard personal items.Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

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Edinburgh to the Isle of Skye - 4 days

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