Highlands and Isle of Skye: 3-Day Scenic Tour

Discover the best of the Highlands and the Isle of Skye on this 3 day tour from Edinburgh. See Eilean Donan Castle, explore the Highlands and Culloden Battlefield, take an optional Loch Ness cruise, tour Urquhart Castle and enjoy the incredible scenery on the beautiful Isle of Skye.

Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 6 days
Highlights

On our journey of discovery

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - Drive along the bonnie, bonnie banks of Loch Lomond
Luss - There will be a stop here to allow time to wander down to the loch’s edge through this pretty little village
Glencoe - Hear the stories of murder and massacre and take in the waterfalls of this stunning…

What's Included
  • 2 nights accommodation
  • Driver/guide
  • Breakfast
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age 3 years old
  • Luggage restriction: 1 suitcase 55x40x20cm - 15 kg & 1 backpack/handbag per person
  • Double/twin room: these rooms are for 2 people. If 3 people choose this option, you will be allocated a family room for 3, subject to availability. If you prefer 2 rooms, you must choose ‘Single Room’…
Location
1 Parliament Square
Parliament Square
Please check in with Highland Experience staff inside/outside Caffe Nero by 8.15am
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Customer Ratings
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Kerryn_r
Aug 27, 2024
Amazing Trip - Had a great trip! The Isle of Skye and the highlands were dramatically beautiful and seeing the famous Loch Mess was exciting. Our tour guide Alex was very nice and had plenty of information. Would definitely recommend this tour!
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F7365ijjohng
Aug 27, 2024
3 Day 2 Night Ultimate Skye Tour with Highland Experience Tours - WE had a wonderful tour that was hosted by Alex. He took us from Edinburgh to Luss on the shores of Loch Lomond, through Glenco, along the shores of the Caledonian canal and Loch Ness and then to Inverness on Day#1. On Day #2, we drove from Inverness to Isle of Skye where we stopped to see some Highland 'Coos', visited Portree and then stopped at the Staffin cliffs and the Kiltrock formation on the coast as well as seeing th 'Old Man of Storr from the bus. We did not stop because it was raining at the time. We then drove back to Inverness. On the third day we cruised Loch Ness and visited Urquhart Castle with its beautiful shoreline views. We then stopped at the site of the Cullodin Battle followed by the picturesque small city of Pitlochery before returning to Edinburgh. Alex was pleasant and very helpful with his suggestions for dining such as MacGregors for dinner and a pint in Inverness, and MacKenzies for ice cream in Pitlochery. He also played a nice assortment of bagpipe music, Scottish folksongs and ACDC on the bus. Alex gave good historical background on all the regions and stops, and was an excellent driver which made us feel safe on the bus. You will have a memorable experience if you book this tour. John and Darelle from New York
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Andyu464
Aug 26, 2024
Great tour - Great trip. Our driver/guide was great and very informative. We unfortunately had more than the usual amount of rain per Michael. We enjoyed the photo opportunity stops and also had nice lunch stops. Trip advisor could have provided more info - it would have been nice to know that there was a coffee / cafe place right at the Departure site.
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Inspiration597064
Aug 25, 2024
Isle of Skye Tour - Paul was a great tour guide. He was fun and informative making this beautiful tour all we hoped it would be. Can't believe all the amazing places we got to see, they will always be a part of me. If you get the chance do this tour. Thank you Paul
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Girish_s
Aug 24, 2024
Amazing and Memorable - Absolutely delightful journey. Glad I chose this tour. Our driver and guide Neil was excellent. The tour across the Isle of Skye was the best as the views were brilliant..!! The hotel accomodation was also perfect as it was very close to Inverness town centre and allowed an opportunity to walk through the town with much ease. One can only want more time in Inverness to absorb the beauty of the City..!! Since public transport is very weak in the Highlands, this makes a perfect choice.
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Robin_c
Aug 23, 2024
What a wonderful adventure! Thanks to Paul for making it extra special! - What a wonderful way to see Isle of Skye! And our tour guide Paul was a gem!! Wonderful stories and antidotes, knowledgeable in history of the Highlands and Isle of Skye and Scotland in general, great sense of humor, great driving, etc…. I could go on and on! He was also patient with my mom, who is 81 and has difficulty walking sometimes and doing stairs. But Paul was always checking in on “Grandma”. 😄 Highland Explorations is VERY lucky to have him on their team! The BnB in Inverness was also lovely and the staff was great! Many options for breakfast, which was good (and yummy!) We lucked out with beautiful weather, also! And Paul made a non-itinerary stop for us to see coos!! 🧡 My only minor complaint is the stop at Old Man of Storr - it should just be a bathroom break, not to see the formation. There is a much better view of it from our stop at Bridal Falls. It would be much better to bring your guests to a viewing point like that. But all in all, a WONDERFUL experience!
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Klaus_s
Aug 21, 2024
Cold, Rain, Sun, Wind ;-) - A lot of Informations from our guide. Fantastic landscapes nice castles nice Highlands nice villages
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Cdarty1
Aug 15, 2024
Incredible Experience - My Mother and I had an amazing 3 day adventure to Skye from Edinburgh. Neil was the best tour guide and bus driver ever he not only accommodated any request he did it with genuine hospitality ..He showed use the best of Scotland and even some hidden gems that made this an unforgettable adventure . Great big Thank You to Neil and Highland Experiences!
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Joannehs7226lk
Aug 13, 2024
Amazing - Views were amazing Accommodation was wonderful Our bus driver tour guide Iain was superb well inform, very knowledgeable about the country side , Would recommend this tour
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Georgg653
Aug 11, 2024
Three days Highlands, just great! - The tour is a must for anyone who wants to experience Scotland. Our guide was Ian, who is really into his profession. It goes in a comfortable minibus through the Highlands and you see so many fantastic locations and so much information additional information about the country, the people, the food, etc. During the stops you can explore the area yourself and get so many impressions yourself. Glen Coe, Loch Lomond, Loch Ness, Eilean Donan Castle and the ruins of Urquhart Castle, a visit to the museum (very well done) and the Culloden battlefield and a whisky tasting at Dhalwannie, etc. are on the agenda. For us it is certain we will come back and book another tour. We can only recommend the trip.
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up to 10 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 6 days before the start of your experience (local time).