Scottish Highlands From Edinburgh - 5 days

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5 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

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

Starts

Edinburgh, Scotland

Ends

Edinburgh, Scotland

Highlights

Loch Ness - Hunt for 'Nessie', the mythical beast believed to dwell in the dark waters of Scotland's most famous loch

Ullapool - Stay in this pretty whitewashed fishing village, on the shore of Loch Broom

Plockton - Spend some free time exploring this 'tropical' village, famous for its loch-side palm trees

Isle of Skye - Take in the highlights of this beautiful island, with plenty of hiking and sightseeing to enjoy

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

Glencoe - Soak up the stunning mountain views and learn about the tragic and famous massacre that took place here in 1692

Itinerary

For those drawn to the romance of the Scottish Highlands, the "Scottish Highlands From Edinburgh - 5 days" tour delivers both ease and adventure. Starting in Edinburgh, this easy-paced trip invites experienced travelers and seniors to explore the Isle of Skye, hunt for ‘Nessie’ at Loch Ness, and soak up the charm of Ullapool’s fishing village. Visit ‘tropical’ Plockton with its surprising palm trees, and trek through Skye’s historic and scenic routes. Learn about the Glencoe massacre in Fort William before returning to the capital. The defining feature: a perfect mix of iconic Highland scenery, local history, and relaxed group exploration.

day 1 - Loch Ness, Cairngorms & Ullapool

Edinburgh - Dunkeld - Cairngorms National Park - Loch Ness - Ullapool. Setting off from Edinburgh this morning, our first stop is in the charming highland village of Dunkeld. We then pass through the ancient pine forests of the Cairngorms National Park to Loch Ness. Scotland's most famous loch is allegedly home to a fearsome monster. Keep your eyes peeled as we have some free time to look for Nessie!

We then complete our drive to Ullapool, a pretty whitewashed fishing village on the edge of Loch Broom.

Please note: Check-in closes at 08:45 on day 1 (tour departs at 09:00) - Edinburgh Bus Station Pick Up, Gate J and Gate K, inside Edinburgh Bus Station, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ.

Accommodation: Foinaven, Ullaviews, The Sheiling Guest House or similar

OverNight:Ullapool

day 2 - Exploring the Northwest Highlands

On today's day trip from Ullapool, we take in some of the north-west Scottish Highlands. Admire views of the mountains of Assynt and visit the 15th century ruins of Ardvreck Castle, which was once home to a powerful clan, the MacLeods of Assynt. We also see the picturesque white beach at Achmelvich Bay and the traditional fishing settlement of Lochinver, before returning to Ullapool for the evening.

Accommodation: Foinaven, Ullaviews, The Sheiling Guest House or similar

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Ullapool

day 3 - Plockton & Isle of Skye

Ullapool - Applecross - Plockton - Skye. Leaving Ullapool behind, our first stop today is the Corrieshalloch Gorge, where we can see the River Droma plunge 60 metres over a precipice. We then drive past the mountains of the Beinn Eighe nature reserve and skirt around Loch Torridon. We stop for lunch in Applecross before taking one of Scotland's most scenic drives, Bealach na B, a twisting single track road.

We also make a stop in 'tropical' Plockton, where the palm trees rising on the edge of Loch Carron look slightly out of place. After a short visit, we make our way to the coast and cross the bridge to the Isle of Skye. We're staying in the harbour town of Portree.

Accommodation: Caledonian, Duirinish, Dunborrodale or similar

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Skye

day 4 - Exploring the Isle of Skye

Today we will be exploring the remote Isle of Skye, but there is no fixed itinerary for the day. The weather can be unpredictable, so your guide will choose the best highlights to show you in accordance with the conditions and any events that may be happening on the island during your visit. We are likely to be hiking, in order to enjoy the dramatic scenery of the island. Options include The Quiraing hill walk and the Old Man of Storr Walk, probably the most famous trail on the island. We can also see the Neist Point Lighthouse. Spend the day taking photos, sampling the view and enjoying everything this pristine environment has to offer. In the late afternoon, we return to our accommodation.

Accommodation: Caledonian, Duirinish, Dunborrodale or similar

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Skye

day 5 - Eilean Donan Castle & Glencoe

Skye - Eilean Donan Castle - Fort William - Glencoe - Edinburgh. Leaving Skye, we travel by land to Eilean Donan Castle, a 13th century fortress, located on an island. We then journey south through Glen Garry and past Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. There's a stop for lunch in Fort William and we visit Glencoe in the afternoon. This picturesque area hides a turbulent history, as it was the location of 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. After our visit of Glencoe, we return to Edinburgh, where our tour ends.

Please note: This tour ends at 19:00 - Edinburgh Bus Station Drop Off, George St / St. Andrews Square area, (Within 5 mins of Edinburgh Bus Station), Edinburgh.

Meals:1 Breakfast

Scottish Highlands From Edinburgh - 5 days

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4 nights simple guesthouse

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4 breakfasts

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

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Escorted by a local driver-guide

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20kg 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 itemsNote: 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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